Joanna R. Turpin

HVAC Industry Is Poised for Growth in 2022

Original Equipment Manufacturers note supply chain issues and labor shortages could be a challenge for the coming year

March 29, 2022

Despite supply chain issues making it difficult to obtain some types of HVAC equipment and components last year, sales appeared to be fairly robust.

Joel Long, president of PHCC-National Association.

Supply Chain Issues Could Crimp Sales This Year

Obtaining HVACR equipment and components could be a challenge through 2022

Joanna R. Turpin

March 28, 2022

The pandemic has created a number of winners and losers over the last two years, with some businesses closing down completely and others doing quite well. For the most part, HVAC contractors fell into the latter category.

EnVisioneering Connect! Highlighted HVACR Trends, Technologies

Danfoss’ virtual conference addressed IAQ, chillers, rooftop units, heat pumps, refrigerants, and more

Joanna R. Turpin

March 17, 2022

AHR Expo Features Refrigeration Solutions

New equipment and components were on display at this annual HVACR event

Joanna R. Turpin

March 8, 2022

On the show floor, refrigeration manufacturers were ready to show off their latest equipment and components, which included new compressors, condensing units, and other solutions.

HVACR Industry Must Work Harder To Retain Technicians

Lack of labor is becoming an almost insurmountable problem

Joanna R. Turpin

March 1, 2022

Everyone seems to be talking about the labor shortage these days. The labor shortage has been a big problem in the HVACR industry for decades, and from all indications, things are going to get worse before they get better.

Take Time To Train For Refrigerant Transition

Contractors and technicians need to learn how to safely handle A2L refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

March 1, 2022

Unlike the last transition, which shifted from the use of one nonflammable refrigerant to another, many of these new refrigerants are mildly flammable (A2L), so additional training will be needed in order to safely use them.

Arkema Features Low-GWP Refrigerant Solutions

Company also highlights innovative partnership

Joanna R. Turpin

February 28, 2022

One of the things Arkema looked forward to most this year at the AHR Expo was reconnecting with its customers and peers after a two-year hiatus, which allowed them to talk about their continued efforts in sustainability and partnership with Nutrien Ltd.

Senior product manager of product management, Rosa Leal.

Rheem Focuses on Sustainability

Company highlights its innovative solutions that enable efficient products

Joanna R. Turpin

February 28, 2022

Sustainability is core to the thinking at Rheem and was a common theme throughout the AHR Expo.

Emerson Celebrates Copeland’s Centennial

Decarbonization, electrification, and low-GWP refrigerants also highlighted

Joanna R. Turpin

February 28, 2022

At the AHR Expo this year, Emerson highlighted solutions aimed at helping contractors and OEMs achieve regulatory requirements with ease and meeting the need for highly efficient, reliable systems.