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HVAC Manufacturers Share Data Behind BMS Retrofits

Building automation helps achieve greater energy efficiency in commercial HVAC systems

November 27, 2024

HVAC OEMs have building automation systems for large commercial and public buildings that increase energy efficiency. These systems can be used with equipment from different manufacturers.

Efficiency Rebates Gaining Momentum

But Contractors Can Still Get on Board

Matt Jachman

November 20, 2024

Opportunity is knocking for the HVAC industry in the form of consumer rebates offered through the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and contractors who haven’t planned their approach to leveraging these incentives would be well advised to do so now.

Voice of the Distributor

HARDI’s 2024 study of HVACR distribution offers a snapshot of market changes

Matt Jachman

November 15, 2024

A study shows that the business environment for HVACR distributors is shifting following a pandemic-driven boom and higher-than-normal gross margins.

HVAC Associations Excited About Election Results

Trade groups prep for a new, and more favorable, they say, climate in Washington

Matt Jachman

November 15, 2024

With Republicans winning both the presidency and Congress, leaders at HVACR trade groups say the new national political environment will, on balance, be good for the industry.

HARDI Heads to Atlanta

Distributors’ annual conference to address political, regulatory, technological issues, and more

Matt Jachman

November 14, 2024

The theme of the 2024 conference, “Navigate,” reflects the trade group’s mission to help members stay on track during uncertain times.

Friedrich Floating Air Pro Heat Pump System

OEMs See Growth in Single-Zone Ductless Market as Homeowners Expand, Remodel

Home Improvement

Matt Jachman

November 13, 2024

The work-from-home trend, a shortage of new housing and other factors are leading people to expand their homes and remodel existing spaces. They’re often turning to single-zone ductless products to heat and cool those new living spaces.

Contractor Pro Homeowner Series

Few Homeowners are Aware of HVAC Incentives, Survey Shows

Matt Jachman

November 12, 2024

Low public awareness of incentives that can subsidize residential HVAC purchases means contractors have the opportunity to educate and position themselves as trusted advisors, marketing experts say.

Data Shows Just How Much Smart Thermostats Can Save on Heating, Cooling Costs

Four HVAC manufacturers share the numbers to back their efficiency claims

Matt Jachman

October 17, 2024

Thermostat manufacturers say they have the studies to show that the use of their smart, connected thermostats can help homeowners save on their HVAC-related energy costs.

Harris vs. Trump on HVACR

The presidential candidates take different approaches to issues that affect the industry

Matt Jachman

October 16, 2024

In their public remarks and respective campaign platforms, the presidential candidates have outlined their positions on issues that could impact the HVACR industry.

While on the Job, a Quick-Thinking Tech Saves Customer

Matt Jachman

October 15, 2024

Cameron Lowe was on a routine system checkup when his customer, David Killian, was stricken. "I was just gone. My heart had stopped," Killian recalled. A dispatcher talked Lowe through cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and together they kept Killian alive.