Items Tagged with 'HVAC Trends Video Articles'

In this video, we talk with Jan Brockmann, CEO, president of the executive management, and regional president EMEA at Bosch Home Comfort Solutions. Brockmann talks to us about what’s leading to the increase of consolidation in HVAC manufacturing.

Climate Control Group’s Dan Ellis discusses the commercial and residential geothermal market and how tax incentives (or lack thereof) have affected its adoption, new opportunities for geothermal installation and application, and solutions contractors can employ to offset geothermal cost.

Addison’s Peter Fung and Ross Miglio discuss the projected growth of the data center market by 2026, how contractors can break into the market and then succeed, what skillsets or type of training is required to service mission critical facilities, and what success for HVACR contractors looks like in this sector.

Resideo’s Scott Harkins discusses how smart thermostats and connected platforms can help HVAC contractors strengthen customer relationships, streamline installs, and stay involved as homeowners expand their smart home systems.

Dennis Stinson, senior vice president of sales at Fujitsu General HVAC solutions of America, discusses how import tariffs and global supply shifts still influence product sourcing and competitive dynamics in the HVACR market today.

VRF technology is gaining momentum due to built-in controls, zoning, and flexible design. With minimal ductwork and integrated heating and cooling, it offers a less intrusive solution for modern buildings. But as Doug Bougher of LG explains, success with VRF starts with proper training and commissioning.

Heat pumps aren’t what they were 20 years ago — and contractors need to be ready to explain why. From proper load calculations to educating homeowners about cold-climate performance and cost savings, today’s sales conversation requires both technical precision and confidence at the kitchen table.

Ductless systems are shedding their niche label. With inverter technology driving efficiency and manufacturers expanding indoor options, the line between ductless and traditional unitary equipment is blurring. Here’s why more contractors are turning to ductless — and what it means for the future of HVAC.

The latest refrigerant phase down didn’t just test equipment — it tested the entire supply chain. With questions still swirling around EPA guidance, contractors are looking for clarity. A Chemours expert breaks down what went wrong, what’s improved, and what comes next.

Jimmy Thompson, senior sales manager, HVAC, at Podium, talked with us about how AI helps contractors communicate with homeowners, how contractors can take the first step toward implementing AI, how AI can help build authentic connections, and the biggest AI barrier’s he’s seeing from techs in the field.