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Dylan Kurt

Dylan Kurt

Dylan Kurt is an editor with The ACHR News. He is an award-winning political journalist with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Iowa. Growing up, Dylan spent a lot of time fetching tools and assisting his dad, who held professional licenses in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration, at his small plumbing and heating business.
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Advancements in AI a Boon to HVAC Customer Service

New tools are helping streamline tasks for CSRs
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
June 27, 2024
As AI technology continues to advance and becomes nearly indistinguishable from a human representative, HVAC companies can use these tools to help streamline the workloads of CSRs.
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Making Life Easier for Techs on National HVAC Tech Day

On a day when techs are celebrated, see what some in the industry are doing to improve their experiences
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
June 22, 2024
Technicians often perform thankless jobs, but there are people in the industry that are making efforts to make the trade more enjoyable
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Money

Setting Young HVAC Techs On The Right Track

The importance of knowing what to do with that first big paycheck
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
June 17, 2024
To ensure employee happiness and a long tenure at their new company, it may be worthwhile to provide new technicians with a basic financial plan for their personal wealth.
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The Philosophy Needed to 10x an HVAC Business

Hoffmann Brothers use ‘win-win-win’ as a way to drive growth
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
June 9, 2024
Keeping the customer, the employees, and the company itself all happy and in concert is the key to unlocking growth.
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Lennox CEO Sees Opportunity in Face of Challenges

HVAC industry poised to be the solution to many problems
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
June 5, 2024
Despite all the turmoil and uncertainty in today’s climate, Lennox’s CEO Alok Maskara sees many silver linings on the road ahead.
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Air Handlers Still at the Heart of HVAC

From protecting presidential documents to keeping NASCAR fans cool, air handlers play an important role with HVAC systems
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
May 21, 2024
New technology has made air handlers more efficient and much quieter, and when paired with heat pumps, a great all-electric and sustainable option.
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Generation Z

HVAC Needs Gen Z

The industry is desperate for workers, and Gen Z is desperate for good work
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
May 13, 2024
Gen Z is looking for a stable career that doesn’t require a boatload of debt to get a foot in the door, and the HVAC industry just might be the answer.
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2024 Summer Weather Forecast

2024 Summer Weather Forecast

HVAC contractors should expect hot, dry weather with chances of severe storms and power outages
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
May 13, 2024
Across the country, experts are predicting this summer to be much like the last, with higher-than-normal temperatures and decreased precipitation.
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High-End HVAC Systems Offer High Value

With enhanced features and future-ready capabilities, high-end systems are a worthwhile investment
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
May 6, 2024
Customers looking for increased value out of their HVAC systems will find high-end features like connectivity, greater efficiency, and more intuitive controls attractive.
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Skimming the Surface on HVAC Marketing Strategy

Food for thought for contractors looking to make themselves known
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
May 3, 2024
Establishing a brand, web presence, and marketing strategy can be an intimidating endeavor, but it’s one that today’s HVAC contractor needs to tackle.
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