Trane, Commercial HVAC

New Year Ushers in Era of A2L Refrigerants

OEMs are rolling out new HVAC systems that use lower-GWP alternatives

February 20, 2025

Manufacturers are launching a wide range of A2L equipment, and with proper training and adherence to best practices, HVAC contractors can confidently address the challenges of working with mildly flammable refrigerants.

HVAC Manufacturers Share Data Behind BMS Retrofits

Building automation helps achieve greater energy efficiency in commercial HVAC systems

Matt Jachman

November 27, 2024

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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.

How Building Automation Aids ESG Goals

With more companies putting a focus on ESG principles, the HVAC industry is positioned to help make those goals a reality

Dylan Kurt

August 29, 2024

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Building automation systems can boost heating and cooling efficiency by more than 20%.

Changes in Chiller Use

Versatile chillers offer efficiencies, but their uses bring new challenges as well

Matt Jachman

April 10, 2024

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Chillers are being used as heat pumps, outfitted with heat-recovery systems, used in building electrification projects, and installed in arrays to cool data centers.

The Top 5 IoT Applications in the HVAC Industry

The IoT offers numerous benefits to the built environment and the HVAC equipment installers tasked with keeping its occupants comfortable

Herb Woerpel

June 13, 2023

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The ACHR NEWS compiled a list of the top 5 benefits IoT technologies can offer contractors based on information provided from a handful of HVACR controls manufacturers.

Saving Energy With Air Handlers

Design, equipment, and the right control system can increase system energy efficiency

Matt Jachman

May 30, 2023

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Engineers say that, designed properly, run strategically, and equipped with the right accessories, air-handling units can help save energy in a commercial HVAC system.

Cooling Chillers: A Primer

Experts discuss different chiller systems, their technologies, and applications

Matt Jachman

May 1, 2023

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Chillers use the principles of thermodynamics to remove heat from a conditioned space. But “chiller” is a broad term that encompasses system configurations, refrigeration technologies, and methods of rejecting captured heat. Experts take a closer look.

New Rooftops Meet DOE Energy Standards and More

Many recently launched units also achieve decarbonization, electrification, and IAQ goals

Joanna R. Turpin

March 16, 2023

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Manufacturers were eager to show off their latest energy-efficient RTUs, many of which can also be used to meet building owners’ decarbonization and electrification goals.

Welcome Women Into HVAC and the Skilled Trades

The future of the industry depends on it

Michelle Murphy

January 18, 2023

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The HVAC industry relies heavily on trade groups to build and install its systems, and we will only fulfill the demand if we welcome women into the HVAC workforce.

2022 Dealer Design Awards: HVAC Residential Equipment

Gold-winning app offers remote troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities

Layan Dahhan

July 27, 2022

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The HVAC Residential Equipment category winners include a troubleshooting and diagnostics app, an electronically communicated air handler unit, and a v-shaped coil.

Manufacturers Report Record Revenues, but Supply Chain Hits Profits

Commercial market remains weak for most

Ted Craig

February 22, 2022

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A combination of continued consumer spending and increased interest in IAQ drove sales throughout the year. Higher costs driven by supply chain issues ate into the profits for most companies, however.

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New Year Ushers in Era of A2L Refrigerants

HVAC Manufacturers Share Data Behind BMS Retrofits

How Building Automation Aids ESG Goals

Changes in Chiller Use

The Top 5 IoT Applications in the HVAC Industry

Saving Energy With Air Handlers

Cooling Chillers: A Primer

New Rooftops Meet DOE Energy Standards and More

Welcome Women Into HVAC and the Skilled Trades

2022 Dealer Design Awards: HVAC Residential Equipment

Manufacturers Report Record Revenues, but Supply Chain Hits Profits

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