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Commercial HVAC Contractors Dealing With Tariff Consequences

MCAA offers contractors tips for revamping existing contracts

October 15, 2018

These actions have increased the prices of sheet metal and aluminum, among other items, and they seem to be having a trickle-down effect for commercial HVACR contractors.

How Will New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Affect HVAC?

Matt Michel

May 28, 2018

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The new U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs are, at best, unsettling for the HVAC industry, nation, and world economy. Here is how the tariffs can be expected to impact the HVAC industry.

Nortek Air Solutions Announces Price Increase to All Products

Increase will initially be 6%, with a range of 2-10% based on material content and type

April 10, 2018

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ST. LOUIS — Nortek Air Solutions is announcing a six percent price increase effective immediately to all product lines, with a range of 2-10 percent based on material and content type. This increase is in response to the US government issuing new tariffs on imported steel (25 percent) and imported aluminum (10 percent).

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Will Have Immediate Impact on HVAC Industry

Many fear negative ramifications from new tariffs

Nick Kostora

March 23, 2018

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New U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports are going to have major consequences for a multitude of manufacturing segments around the globe, but the HVAC industry looks to be particularly impacted.

Statement From AHRI on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

March 2, 2018

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The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), which represents manufacturers of heating, air conditioning, commercial refrigeration, and water heating products and equipment, is disappointed in the decision announced today by President Trump to impose additional tariffs on steel and aluminum. AHRI does not support additional tariffs on steel and aluminum due to their impact on manufacturers and consumers.

The Rising Cost of Steel Affects HVAC Industry

Kyle Gargaro

November 28, 2016

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While the volatile steel market had been trending downward the last few years, U.S. prices have more than tripled since March.

Wolf Steel USA Inc.: Pellet Stove

September 5, 2016

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This pellet stove offers polished ceramic finishes, solid cast-iron components, and quiet operation. The unit is strong enough to evenly heat an entire home via its smart-zone heating technology.

HVAC Wholesalers Worried About Changing Steel Price Fundamentals

John Packard

January 16, 2015

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Flat rolled steel prices have been dropping over the past few weeks and the wholesalers who service the mechanical contractors are concerned as the pace of the price decline quickens.

Dec. 30, 2013: New Steel Service Body Is Light Enough for Half-Ton Trucks

Half-Ton Trucks Now Provide Towing Capacity and Horsepower of Heavy-Duty Trucks, with Better Fuel Economy

December 30, 2013

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Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies, a supplier of transferable service bodies made of steel and fiberglass composite, has announced the release of the Load'N'Go ST-2000. This model is a secure, steel service body unique in that it is light enough for half-ton pickup trucks.