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.

Piping Practices Advance Hydronic Installations

Materials, technology making changes in the industry

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

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Piping a hydronic system is a key part of installation, and requires time and skill as contractors work to provide top-performing hydronic systems.

The Cube, a 52,000-square-foot, seven-story building in Calgary’s Beltline neighborhood features 65 one- and two-bedroom residential rental units, converted in 2019.

Condensing Boiler Technology Brings Heat to City Building

Repurposing project takes advantage of Weil-McLain’s stainless vertical firetube

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

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In addition to contemporary designs and styling finishes, Mahmoud also sought the latest in boiler technology to heat a new development.

The Taco 0018e allows an installer to look inside the pipes of a residential system and see what’s happening from an app on their phone.

Hydronics Q&A Answers Trending Market Questions

Taco Comfort Solutions and Watts break down current trends, look ahead

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

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To help hydronic contractors and those who are considering hydronic offerings, The ACHR NEWS talked with Mark Chaffee and Jim Erhardt.

Product of the Year Goes to Danfoss

Present and past winners talk about awards

Angela D. Harris

February 5, 2020

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The Danfoss CO2 Adaptive Liquid Management (CALM) Solution received the AHR Expo Product of the Year award.

Taco Celebrates 100 Years of Success

Special awards presented during press conference

Angela D. Harris

February 4, 2020

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Known in 1920 as the Thermal Appliance Company, Taco kicked off its 100 year celebration with a press conference on Monday morning.

Dynatemp Capitalizes on Pregame Party

Hydrocarbons make the rounds with cocktails, wings

Angela D. Harris

February 3, 2020

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Dynatemp International Inc. hosted a 15th floor pregame party at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday, February 2.

Bruce Krinkie, owner and leader of Krinkie’s Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing of St. Paul, Minnesota.

2019 Best Contractors to Work For: HVAC Company Trains Happy Employees to Make Happy Customers

Angela D. Harris

January 27, 2020

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Bruce Krinkie and his father had a vision: If they found employees that wanted to make customers happy, they would teach them HVACR technical skills.

Disruptive Trends Change Zoning’s Role in HVACR

Manufacturers offer contractors advice on shifting market opportunities

Angela D. Harris

January 20, 2020

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Zoning technology has experienced success in both residential and commercial applications of hot water and hydronic systems.

AHR Expo Exhibitors Prepare to Show Off Latest HVACR Products

Crowded aisles and exhibits expected at the AHR Expo

Angela D. Harris

January 13, 2020

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At the AHR Expo, manufacturers from around the world come to give a hands-on look at some of their latest and greatest products.

Service Nation Alliance offers best practice training through webinar, phone, or training.

Five Smart Home Business Tips for Contractors

What Does Your Business Need to Succeed in Home Automation?

Angela D. Harris

December 30, 2019

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Here are five tips to help contractors prepare their employees and their businesses for the smart home movement.

Come learn about ways that you can protect against costly call-backs and common installation pitfalls. We’ll identify common causes that “reverse the flow of money”, aka: spending more on a job than you make.

During the Samsung presentation, you will learn all about how Samsung can provide whole home solutions or building management solutions through technology and integration. Learn what products are available and how the products work.

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In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we discuss tips and tricks to servicing compressors, as well as recent developments in HVAC legislation. We also look at how the use of hydronics and radiant heat are benefiting both the contractor and the end user.

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