There are numerous factors for this trend, including energy efficiency, government incentives, and technology improvement. But HVAC contractors are still the boots on the ground in this electrification mission.
We asked four HVACR distribution executives for their thoughts on a variety of topics impacting a rapidly changing industry. Here’s what they had to say.
Industry experts are telling contractors to stay informed and get involved with the new regulations that are likely to impact everyone this coming year
Carrier has also opened orders for R-454B-compatible fan coils and evaporator coils. Available units will begin arriving in warehouses across the country in early April.
Through its nonprofit arm, Project Empower, RevoluSun collaborated with Daikin to provide 88 dual-zone Daikin Cirra ductless heating and cooling systems for modular shelters at the Ohana Hope Village in west Maui.
During a panel discussion at the AHR Expo, industry experts discussed a wide variety of topics including the refrigerant transition, workforce training, and the push for the adoption of heat pumps.
His jacket was emblazoned with the logo of a manufacturer of high-performing heat pumps, but when I mentioned that we were thinking of getting one, the tech shot down the idea.
While the installation of heat pumps may seem to be slowing due to inflation and rising interest rates, coupled with a confusing rollout of federal funding, they are expected to pick up speed this year.
On Demand Homeowners are demanding energy efficient solutions and a smart thermostat is the perfect compliment to a heat pump installation, enabling savings and efficiencies.