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Angela D. Harris

Angela Harris is the Technology Editor. She can be contacted at 248-786-1254 or angelaharris@achrnews.com. Angela is responsible for What’s New and Technology articles for The NEWS. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in English from Oakland University and has nine years of professional journalism experience.

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Customer awareness and VRF adaptability.

HVAC Contractors Discuss Residential Variable Refrigerant Flow Trends

A tale of two VRF contractors

Angela D. Harris

December 9, 2019

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As HVACR technology advances, contractors often find themselves navigating new learning curves on a regular basis. VRF is no exception.

The staff at Oliver Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical in Morton, Pennsylvania, dress up in work-appropriate Halloween costumes.

Holiday Fun Can Build HVAC Customer Relationships

Gifts, parties, and the art of balancing business and celebrations

Angela D. Harris

December 9, 2019

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Handling the holidays successfully comes down to handling employees and customers effectively and with class.

Technology, Efficiency Spur Variable Refrigerant Flow Market Growth

Manufacturers address trends, give contractors advice

Angela D. Harris

December 9, 2019

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Both commercial facilities and residential domiciles are taking advantage of heating and cooling technology at accelerated rates.

Community Church Benefits From Unitary Variable Refrigerant Flow Retrofit

Contractor explains the ins and outs of specialized commercial project

Angela D. Harris

December 9, 2019

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With over 1,000 Sunday service attendees and many church activities throughout the week, energy efficiency for the sake of cost savings was critical.

The Aeroseal trailer is a simple physical addition for service teams to deploy the duct-sealing technology in the field.

Add-On Services Dispel the Myth of the HVAC Slow Season

Contractors talk increased customer base, improved bottom line

Angela D. Harris

November 11, 2019

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Contractors can find themselves searching for a way to keep employees working and for their businesses to survive. Enter add-on services.

Brad Casebier (right) and his HVAC team.

New Trade Divisions Can Help Contractors Grow Business

Lessons learned from adding new trades to existing companies

Angela D. Harris

November 11, 2019

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Some contractors stick with what they know in their current HVAC business and grow by adding another trade to the company altogether.

Natural Disasters Highlight Need for HVACR Emergency Planning

Contractors recount emergency experiences, lessons learned

Angela D. Harris

November 4, 2019

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Emergency situations test the ability of contractors to protect their employees, businesses, and customers. Doing this successfully requires a plan.

Tips, Maintenance, and the Future of Boiler Technology

Manufacturers provide inside look at best practices and trends

Angela D. Harris

October 21, 2019

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There is a small army of those willing to help technicians provide and maintain the best possible boiler for hydronic systems.

Customer Health Is an Indoor Air Quality Priority

Contractors share how indoor air quality improves health conditions

Angela D. Harris

October 21, 2019

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The EPA cautioned that there are still concerns about air quality, both outdoor and indoor.

Disinfecting LEDs are now available for disinfecting ductless mini-split, helping to prevent mold growth that would otherwise be re-introduced into the home.

Indoor Air Quality Demand Shifts Toward Homeowners

Market expected to move from add-on to mandatory

Angela D. Harris

October 21, 2019

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Contractors and manufacturers aren’t the ones creating demand for IAQ products. The customers are.

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ACHRNEWS

2019 December 2

Week 1: December 2
In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we look at unique applications of HVAC technology, and new markets contractors should consider expanding into.

Week 2: December 9
We also examine Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology, and the benefits that contractors can pass along to their customers through the equipment.

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