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Herb Woerpel

Herb Woerpel was a senior editor with The ACHR NEWS. He is committed to delivering practical, insightful information in an accessible, engaging way. Herb joined BNP Media in 2011. He most recently served as editor-in-chief of Engineered Systems and was previously employed as managing editor of The ACHR NEWS. Before joining BNP Media, he worked as a reporter with the Advance Newspapers, a subsidiary of MLive/The Grand Rapids Press. He holds a bachelor’s degree in news editorial journalism from Central Michigan University and boasts 16-plus years of professional journalism experience.

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HVAC Accreditations, Certifications Provide Credibility, Status

Herb Woerpel

May 28, 2012

Numerous associations, institutions, and organizations offer accreditation and certification across the many sectors of the HVACR industry. For technicians, certification classifies a worker as a top performer. The same holds true for accredited HVACR associations, schools, and training programs.

Herb Woerpel

May 21, 2012

The staff at MM Comfort Systems has been providing heating and cooling solutions in the greater Seattle area for more than 35 years. What is it about this company that sets them apart from other contractors?

Herb Woerpel

May 21, 2012

More than a year since its introduction, could Congress finally be ready to vote on S. 1000, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act (ESICA) of 2011?

Herb Woerpel

May 14, 2012

Members of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) recently visited Washington, D.C., to share their thoughts and concerns with legislators through AHRI’s annual Public Policy Symposium.

Herb Woerpel

May 7, 2012

The Great Recession has hit few places harder than Flint, Mich. Yet Ken Hardin, owner of Ken Hardin Heating and Cooling, has found continued success through traditional cost-cutting measures and an innovative invention that is helping his customers during difficult economic times.

Herb Woerpel

May 1, 2012

With your support, this instructor — who helped mold you into the HVACR workhorse you are today — can gain the recognition he or she deserves.

Herb Woerpel

April 23, 2012

Known by such monikers as “fly-by-nighters,” “chuck-in-a-truck,” and “moonlighters,” unlicensed contractors are likely approaching homeowners in your neighborhood right now. While these under-the-table workers may offer what seems like a great bargain, their discounted prices may end up costing much more in the end.

Herb Woerpel

April 23, 2012

As ductless technology grows in popularity, so does the number of contractors installing the systems. Contractors across North America have reported that adding ductless systems to their product offerings has been a profitable endeavor.

Herb Woerpel

April 23, 2012

Ductless technology is a rapidly growing and maturing branch of the U.S. HVAC market. What do manufacturers have to say about this increasing trend?

Herb Woerpel

April 16, 2012

A number of high-level policymakers, business representatives including some HVACR manufacturers, and nongovernmental organization leaders recently converged in Orlando for the 2012 Energy Efficiency (EE) Global Forum.

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