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Beth Goldstein Promoted to Chief Human Resources Officer

Former executive vice president of human resources fills expanded company role

April 23, 2019

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CoolSys announced Beth Goldstein has been promoted to the role of chief human resources officer (CHRO).

‘Just Cause’ Employee Termination

How to make sure you've covered your bases

Richard D. Alaniz

April 8, 2019

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The decision to fire or terminate an employee, especially when reluctantly made, generally creates anxiety for the employer forced to take such action.

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HVAC Contractors Share Practices To Restrict Drug User Hires

Joanna R. Turpin

March 26, 2018

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The HVAC industry has struggled for years with a skilled labor shortage. Various explanations for why this is happening run the gamut from lack of vocational training in high schools…

Help Wanted: The HVACR Industry Faces an Annual Deficit of 17,000 Service Techs

HVACR contractors, manufacturers, and distributors are struggling to secure qualified service technicians

Steve Howard

March 22, 2018

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The Rees Scholarship Foundation has awarded more than $700,000 to 400-plus deserving students since 2003. Each year, the foundation awards scholarships of up to $2,000 each to qualified students who are enrolled in an HVACR program at an accredited institution.

Mars Air Systems Names Christopher Burke Vice President of National Sales

Burke assumed his new role effective February 2018

March 19, 2018

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Burke previously held leadership positions with Trane and Goodman Manufacturing, will continue to report to company president, Steve Rosol, and supports more than 200 factory-trained manufacturers’ representatives and dealers/distributors across the U.S. and globally.

Be Prepared to Professionally Handle Employee Resignations

HVAC contractors discuss their companies’ exit strategies

Nicole Krawcke

March 12, 2018

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There are many things changing in the U.S. workforce, including, it seems, the amount of time spent with an employer.

Vertiv Set to Acquire Geist, Expand Global Rack PDU Portfolio

The acquisition is expected to strengthen offerings for cloud, colocation, and edge providers as well as strengthen channel

February 4, 2018

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The Geist acquisition comes just a week after Vertiv announced the acquisition of Energy Labs, a privately owned, San Diego-based manufacturer of direct and indirect evaporative cooling systems.

Field Controls Names Ed Reynolds Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Reynolds will manage and direct the sales and marketing team and report directly to Field Controls' president

February 2, 2018

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Reynolds boasts eight years of experience with Field Controls, most recently serving as director of OEM sales.

Sexual Harassment Policies Protect HVAC Contracting Businesses

Nicole Krawcke

January 31, 2018

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With the issue dominating major media outlets toward the end of the year, small business employers — including HVAC contractors — should take the time to review current sexual harassment policies in place, or, if they don’t have a policy, consider implementing one.

Southwire's 12 for Life Program a Model for Trades Growth

Anthony Lagunzad

January 25, 2018

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The skilled trades lack qualified talent. While certainly not a new problem, this issue is glaringly lacking a clear-cut solution.

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You want to grow your business, gain a competitive advantage, and provide your customers with better service. You’re considering adding a new service line, but aren’t sure the best way to do it. Not all service lines are created equal and you must choose wisely or risk creating problems instead of reaching your goals.

Contractors using smart HVAC maintenance technology have demonstrated clear advantages of predictive diagnostics. Through this technology, the technician workflow has advanced and as a result, has enabled the ‘know before you go’ service call, assisted labor management and also enabled a new 24/7 maintenance program approach within traditional HVAC operations.

ACHRNEWS

2019 November 4

Week 1: November 4
In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we look at trends in the smart thermostat market, and the opportunity those products provide contractors and homeowners.

Week 2: November 11
We also look at ways contractors are expanding their services and innovating to grow their businesses beyond a traditional HVAC model.

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