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CARB Proposal Offers New Options For Stationary Refrigeration Retrofits

Stakeholders expressed concern over meeting low-GWP requirements in existing stores

March 9, 2020

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) held a public workshop in January to discuss its proposals for reducing high-GWP HFCs.

Fairbanks Energy Services Designs New, Highly Efficient Heating System for RSCC Wire & Cable

The installation is estimated to deliver a project payback of under 2.5 years

February 26, 2020

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Fairbanks Energy Services announced the completion of an HVAC and mechanical system upgrade for RSCC Wire & Cable.

A student assesses the compressor equipment on a job site.

Compressor Retrofits on the Rise in Commercial Refrigeration

Energy-efficient upgrades need to be weighed against total system replacement

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

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Recommissioning a system can help determine if a compressor replacement makes sense, or if the whole system should be replaced.

The Cube, a 52,000-square-foot, seven-story building in Calgary’s Beltline neighborhood features 65 one- and two-bedroom residential rental units, converted in 2019.

Condensing Boiler Technology Brings Heat to City Building

Repurposing project takes advantage of Weil-McLain’s stainless vertical firetube

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

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In addition to contemporary designs and styling finishes, Mahmoud also sought the latest in boiler technology to heat a new development.

Advances in technology mean a heater like this meets the needs of a warehouse owner while providing more space for storage.

Contractors Turn to Retrofit Market To Counter Construction Cycles

Building owners look to replace HVAC systems as needs change

Ted Craig

February 3, 2020

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What if contractors used retrofitting to pay the bills and used new construction to fuel the profit margins?

Leveraging the Power of HVAC Tech to Retrofit Performing Arts Building

The iconic Ebell of Los Angeles undergoes an HVAC facelift with LG

February 3, 2020

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The Ebell of Los Angeles’ management team sought an HVAC solution to address the full needs of the theater and the occupants throughout the complex.

Project Files: Episode 24 — The Lido House

Maria Taylor

January 24, 2020

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The project team and property management realized they needed to maximize open space for use by hotel guests. They chose LG’s Multi V™ 5 and Multi V™ S VRF systems, noted for energy efficiency and flexibility in design and installation options.

Wall Street Tower, a 17-story residential facility.

Luxury Apartment Complex gets a Makeover

Firm oversees design, installation of mechanical system retrofit

Ted Craig

January 20, 2020

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Wall Street Tower’s managers recently completed a sweeping $4.5 million renovation of the building, which was constructed in 1986.

Plywood walls covered in a very convincingly poured concrete mural containing the HVAC system.

Blackrock HVAC Founder Creates Hydronic Masterpieces

Old Toronto home receives full gut remodel, premium HVAC treatment

Angela D. Harris

December 23, 2019

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Among hydronic/plumbing and mechanical professionals, there are few who turn their trade into craftsmanship, and Orest Omeliukh is one.

Community Church Benefits From Unitary Variable Refrigerant Flow Retrofit

Contractor explains the ins and outs of specialized commercial project

Angela D. Harris

December 9, 2019

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With over 1,000 Sunday service attendees and many church activities throughout the week, energy efficiency for the sake of cost savings was critical.

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