During the 2026 AHR Expo, NAVAC pushed HVAC tool innovation forward with 18 new product launches, including digital manifold gauges that adopt smartphone-style touchscreen technology to make diagnostics faster and intuitive.
The measureQuick App is a diagnostics and performance analytics platform that consolidates data from smart HVAC tools to provide technicians with real-time insights and detailed reporting.
Technicians can now view, log, and analyze live system data, such as temperature, pressure, subcooling and superheating, directly within the measureQuick ecosystem.
These two real-world case studies from ES NEWS Commissioning columnist Miles Ryan show how vertical piping and air pockets can throw off your instrumentation, and what you can do to ensure your readings reflect reality.
Known for its commitment to high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction, ITM Instruments operates multiple service locations across Canada, a press release from NAVAC said.
Tool manufacturers explain the broad categories of tools that might need an update to comply with new A2L refrigerant systems: leak detectors, manifolds, vacuum pumps, recovery machines, and gauges that can sense R-454B.
Technicians have the choice of using either a digital or mechanical manifold gauge. Each one has its benefits and disadvantages, which is why it may pay to own one of each kind.