Nick Kostora

Nick Kostora is Web Editor of The NEWS. He joined BNP Media in 2014 and most recently served as products and education editor of The NEWS. He can be contacted at 248-244-6496 or nickkostora@achrnews.com.

Nick is responsible for posting online exclusive content including Extra Edition, Breaking News, Manufacturer Reports, and more; producing the eNewsletter; and contributing to the print edition. He holds a bachelor's degree in Online Journalism from Central Michigan University.

Lennox Industries New and improved Landmark® Rooftop Units - The NEWS - ACHR

Lennox Takes Home Gold and Silver in Commercial Equipment

Aaon brings a strong rooftop unit forward to get the bronze

Nick Kostora

July 23, 2018

In a highly competitive race, the Elite® Series Large Split Systems from Lennox Industries found a way to pull away from the field (which included some internal competition we will get to for the silver honors) and earn the gold award in the HVAC Commercial Equipment category of this year’s Dealer Design Award contest.

Fieldpiece Instruments 8 CFM Vacuum Pump - The NEWS - ACHR

Wireless, Feature-Rich Products Top Electronic and Hand Tools

Fieldpiece Instruments takes home the gold with the 8 CFM Vacuum Pump

Nick Kostora

July 23, 2018

The 8 CFM Vacuum Pump from Fieldpiece Instruments earned its place atop the Electronic and Hand Tools category.

Fluke Corp. T6 Electrical Tester - The NEWS - ACHR

Electrical Tester Evolution Earns Fluke Gold in Testing and Monitoring

TSI and Dwyer Instruments bring exciting products to a competitive category

Nick Kostora

July 23, 2018

Taking home the golden honors in the Testing and Monitoring category of this year’s Dealer Design Awards is the T6 Electrical Tester from Fluke Corp. The product, first introduced to the marketplace in September 2017, went through years of research before launching.

Training in as Little as Nine Days Has Technicians Ready to Enter the HVAC Workforce

Fast-track training provides quick, accessible avenue to the trades

Nick Kostora

July 16, 2018

While the traditional avenue will continue to be the main path into HVAC, the realities of the technician shortage and the lack of qualified talent yearning to enter the industry have put a spotlight on other training paths, including fast-track training.

Understanding How to Sell Home Automation Products

Becoming familiar with and introducing smart HVAC units, security systems, and more

Nick Kostora

June 11, 2018

Selling home automation products is not something that can be added to a business model without time, effort, or planning. Contractors must understand how to introduce home automation, who the target audience is for the wide array of products and services that fall under its umbrella (hint: it’s just about everyone), and perhaps most importantly, have a firm grasp of home automation themselves.

Properly Vetting Companies Is Crucial When Venturing Into Cannabis Market Segment

Ensuring companies are legitimate is essential before starting work on grow rooms

Nick Kostora

April 25, 2018

The legality of marijuana use, both medically and recreationally, continues to increase across the U.S. Ballot initiatives are popping up in new states seemingly every year, which means the marketplace is burgeoning and spreading around the country. As it pertains to the HVAC industry, this can be a bit of a double-edged sword.

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Will Have Immediate Impact on HVAC Industry

Many fear negative ramifications from new tariffs

Nick Kostora

March 23, 2018

New U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports are going to have major consequences for a multitude of manufacturing segments around the globe, but the HVAC industry looks to be particularly impacted.

BSRIA Predicts Steady Growth for Several Major HVACR Markets

Nick Kostora

March 12, 2018

Every year, the AHR Expo brings forth educational sessions that help contractors and manufacturers better understand how the HVACR industry functions and how it is constantly changing and evolving.

Fieldpiece Displays Tools, Recovery Machines, and More at AHR Expo

Nick Kostora

February 26, 2018

Fieldpiece Instruments brought a healthy mix of the past, present, and future to its booth at this year’s AHR Expo in Chicago.

Honeywell Expands Connectivity and Broadens its HVAC Portfolio

Nick Kostora

February 26, 2018

Honeywell Intl. Inc. honed in on the connected home during the 2018 AHR Expo while also expanding its already broad portfolio in a number of different market segments, including hydronics, potable water systems, humidification, and IAQ.

On Demand As AI workloads and high-density computing push traditional cooling methods to their limits, the data center industry is accelerating the adoption of next-generation HVAC technologies.

Nick Kostora

ARTICLES

Lennox Takes Home Gold and Silver in Commercial Equipment

Wireless, Feature-Rich Products Top Electronic and Hand Tools

Electrical Tester Evolution Earns Fluke Gold in Testing and Monitoring

Training in as Little as Nine Days Has Technicians Ready to Enter the HVAC Workforce

Understanding How to Sell Home Automation Products

Properly Vetting Companies Is Crucial When Venturing Into Cannabis Market Segment

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Will Have Immediate Impact on HVAC Industry

BSRIA Predicts Steady Growth for Several Major HVACR Markets

Fieldpiece Displays Tools, Recovery Machines, and More at AHR Expo

Honeywell Expands Connectivity and Broadens its HVAC Portfolio

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