In the Oct. 15th issue of The NEWS, we examine the difficulties facing commercial HVAC contractors as they deal with the consequences tariffs have had on the industry. We also discuss in-house sheet metal fabrication shops.
At some restaurants, customers can place an order online and go pick up lunch “as soon as possible” or “at a scheduled time.” Increasingly, service providers — like medical offices — are giving customers the option to schedule online, too. And the HVAC field is no exception.
Ductwork is a mandatory comfort delivery system. In fact, the only thing optional about it is whether or not HVAC contractors make their own fittings and duct runs.
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.
Although ductwork doesn’t require quite as much maintenance as other HVAC equipment does, there are steps to be taken to ensure its longevity, safety, and efficient operation.
Referrals are what successful companies thrive on, and they are what allow for massive growth and expansion. The services or products are so outstanding that the consumer raves to family, friends, and neighbors.
Mechanical contractors in California should keep an eye on the state’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) as it continues work on a standard with a working title of Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment.
And the reason for all the hype is that the Daikin Fit does exactly what it says: It fits the comfort needs, budget barriers, and space constraints of homeowners who are looking to upgrade their HVAC systems without breaking the bank.
The key to high close ratios and record sales is listening … listening to find, to be exact. Listen to understand their point of view, their challenges, their concerns, their objectives.
The five winners for this year’s contest will be recognized during a press event at DiversiTech’s booth (B817) during the AHR Expo on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
For two nights a week over five weeks, pre-apprentices not only learn about a career in sheet metal, they are trained in OSHA 10, which includes CPR and first aid training; introduction to drafting, layout, shop fabrication, welding, and introduction to architectural sheet metal; and interview preparation.
The solar power system marks another milestone in Ingersoll Rand’s Global Climate Commitment, which includes a 35 percent reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint from its operations by 2020.
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It captures, cleans, and recycles the water back through the system, conserving approximately 16 ounces per minute based on the average flow-through furnace/air handler humidifier.
When the system identifies a potential issue, it immediately alerts up to eight people with custom phone calls, allowing personnel to quickly address the situation.
Designed in-house, it is form-pressed and robotic laser welded to minimize the number of weak points that could be prone to thermal stress and corrosion. Oval shaped tubes within the heat exchanger contain internal turbulators designed to improve both the heat transfer rate and the structural integrity of the assembly.
This meter has been built to last, offering long-term stability and robust built quality for field use. It measures AC/DC voltage, current (A, mA, μA), and resistance/continuity for electronic system troubleshooting.