ACHR NEWS

This issue of The ACHR NEWS takes a look at an emerging generational divide in attitudes when it comes to HVAC equipment according to a newly conducted survey, a guide on how contractors can meet homeowners’ expected lead times, an introduction to the new ACHR NEWS HVAC awards contest, announcing the Innovation Award winners for the 2025 AHR Expo, what to expect for trends, educational opportunities, and new technology at this year’s AHR Expo, how the transition to low-GWP refrigerants will impact grocers, a guest column exploring what people actually want from a business, and the latest from SNIPS NEWS.

Check back throughout the week for additional content.

New Survey Shows Generational Divide in Attitude, Expectations Toward HVAC

While 25% of consumers aim to schedule HVAC maintenance in advance, 34% report delaying essential services due to economic pressures

Dylan Kurt

December 17, 2024

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Some say they’re “house poor” and wait until the last minute for HVAC maintenance. Some schedule in advance. A savvy contractor can figure out how to reach both groups.

Contractor Pro Homeowner Series

Meeting Homeowners’ Expected Lead Times

Step 1 is finding out what those expectations are — and whether they’re realistic

Hannah Belloli

November 26, 2024

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59% of homeowners expect their new HVAC equipment to be installed within 2-3 weeks of the quote.

Saying Goodbye to the Dealer Design Awards and Hello to the HVAC All-Star Awards

ACHR NEWS is launching a new contest in 2025

Dylan Kurt

January 13, 2025

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Our team at ACHR NEWS is excited to recognize more aspects of the HVAC industry, and have readers cast votes on their favorites.

Innovation Award Winners Take Center Stage at AHR Expo

Ten award-winning products will be featured at the HVACR industry’s premier event

Joanna R. Turpin

January 8, 2025

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The 2025 AHR Expo Innovation Award winners showcase 10 cutting-edge products and technologies poised to shape the future of the HVACR industry.

Heat Pumps, Efficiency, and AI Set to Take Center Stage at AHR

Manufacturers excited to put latest technology on display

Dylan Kurt

January 10, 2025

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The 2025 AHR Expo will shine light on the HVAC industry’s continued march toward ever-increasing efficiency.

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How the Refrigerant Transition Will Impact Grocers

Food retailers grapple with challenges posed by evolving regulations

Joanna R. Turpin

January 9, 2025

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The AIM Act requires food retailers to not only navigate a complex array of compliance deadlines, but to adopt new refrigeration technologies that use low-GWP refrigerants.

HVAC Infrastructure Can Be Recession Proof

Contractors can offer HVAC, fire and life safety infrastructure assessments at ‘nominal cost’ to recession proof their business

Howard McKew, P.E., C.P.E.

January 23, 2025

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When there is an infrastructure need, like a central air equipment failure, why not step back and assess how well was this equipment performing before it failed, asks Howard McKew, P.E. ASHRAE.

DOL Pick Reaches Across the Aisle

Lori Chavez-DeRemer will likely strive to be a Secretary of Labor for all HVAC professionals

Chris Lewis

January 20, 2025

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Shortly after his victory on Election Night 2024, President Donald Trump announced a key nominee for his next administration: Republican Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon.

ANSI Recognizes HVAC Cleaning Standard, Highlighting Energy Efficiency Gains

Adherence to ACR protocols can reduce energy consumption by 30% or more, with studies showing up to 60% reductions in fan energy

Austin Keating

December 19, 2024

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The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has officially recognized ACR, the NADCA Standard for Assessment, Cleaning & Restoration of HVAC Systems, as a benchmark.

Apprentice Readiness Programs Help Prepare Future Sheet Metal Workers

Pre-apprenticeships and ARPs take many forms, playing a vital role in workforce development

Tiffannie Bond

January 7, 2025

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ARPs and pre-apprenticeship programs are different in every city, every state, but they can help fill vacancies with employees who are ready, skilled and in it for the long haul.

Ruskin Positions for Growth in Data Centers, Clean Energy, Hurricane Resilience

Despite some sectors like offices showing decline, data centers, hospitals and more are fueling heightened demand for sheet metal louvers and dampers

Austin Keating

December 13, 2024

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When you look at a modern data center, its entire skin is often made up of louvers and dampers.

From Shakespeare to Sheet Metal: A New Leader's Journey

Madon Sheet Metal co-owner shares experience combatting imposter syndrome as she moved from teaching to the sheet metal industry

Austin Keating

January 8, 2025

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In an industry where precision and expertise are paramount, Devon Madon's perspective challenges traditional notions of competence — and confidence.

Veterans Find New Path in Sheet Metal Trade as SMART Heroes Marks Seven Years

Mike Harris, administrator of the International Training Institute and co-creator of SMART Heroes, emphasized the crucial role of external support like DeWalt

SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff

December 16, 2024

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Program offers veterans a concentrated seven-week course equivalent to the first year of sheet metal apprenticeship training.

What Do People Want from You?

Justin Jacobs

January 15, 2025

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Creating a genuine human connection with customers can help HVAC contractors dominate their market.

Joint Venture to Bring Inverter Swing Compressors to U.S.

November 26, 2024

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Copeland will hold a majority share in the joint venture with Daikin Industries Ltd. The partnership will sell inverter swing rotary compressors in the U.S. residential HVAC market.

European HVAC Manufacturer Entering North American Market

December 20, 2024

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While Clivet currently exports to 90 countries worldwide, the agreement with Mits Air represents its first expansion into North America.

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - January 13, 2025

January 13, 2025

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For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week.

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2025 January 13

Cover Story

New Survey Shows Generational Divide in Attitude, Expectations Toward HVAC

Meeting Homeowners’ Expected Lead Times

Feature Articles

Saying Goodbye to the Dealer Design Awards and Hello to the HVAC All-Star Awards

Innovation Award Winners Take Center Stage at AHR Expo

Heat Pumps, Efficiency, and AI Set to Take Center Stage at AHR

How the Refrigerant Transition Will Impact Grocers

SNIPS NEWS

HVAC Infrastructure Can Be Recession Proof

DOL Pick Reaches Across the Aisle

ANSI Recognizes HVAC Cleaning Standard, Highlighting Energy Efficiency Gains

Apprentice Readiness Programs Help Prepare Future Sheet Metal Workers

Ruskin Positions for Growth in Data Centers, Clean Energy, Hurricane Resilience

From Shakespeare to Sheet Metal: A New Leader's Journey

Veterans Find New Path in Sheet Metal Trade as SMART Heroes Marks Seven Years

Columns

What Do People Want from You?

Newsline

Joint Venture to Bring Inverter Swing Compressors to U.S.

European HVAC Manufacturer Entering North American Market

FYI

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - January 13, 2025

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