August 26 2019 Issue

In this issue of The NEWS, we present the Top 40 Under 40, young professionals thriving in the HVACR industry. We also discuss the relationship between HVACR and food retailers, and how this knowledge can aid contractors looking to grow in this market.

Cutting Corners During Installation Leads to Poor Performance of Cooling Systems

Shortcuts Usually End Up Shortchanging Customers

Joanna R. Turpin

August 26, 2019

Poor installation leads to unhappy customers and increased costs. The best solution is to correctly install the system in the first place.

2019 Top 40 Under 40 HVACR Professionals

The NEWS’ Top 40 Under 40 List

Kyle Gargaro

August 26, 2019

While hundreds could certainly have been highlighted, we were tasked with choosing the top 40. Check out the list to see who made this year’s list and get to know the individuals who are already leading the trade into the future.

From left: Luis Serrano, technician, Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning; Barton James, ACCA president and CEO; and Eric Knaak, ACCA chairman of the board and vice president and general manager of Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning.

White House Draws Worker Education Pledge from ACCA, HVAC Leaders

A 75,000-opportunity commitment highlights ACCA’s day at the White House

Robert Beverly

August 26, 2019

Representatives from American industries came to the White House to observe the Trump administration’s Pledge To The American Worker.

Solutions for the HVAC Workforce Problem

Industry leaders recommend paths for contractors

Kyle Gargaro

August 26, 2019

Getting new blood into the HVAC workforce is a top priority for the industry. The NEWS asked a few industry leaders to address the topic.

Harsh Environments Are Tough on Refrigeration Equipment

Units in c-stores, restaurants need regular maintenance in order to keep running smoothly

Joanna R. Turpin

August 26, 2019

High temperature fluctuations, foot traffic, dirt and debris, and more can wreak havoc on units, particularly if they are not well maintained.

Food Retailers See Benefits in HVACR Retrofits

Even small upgrades in supermarkets can result in big energy savings

Joanna R. Turpin

August 26, 2019

Store owners and managers are always looking for ways to lower operating expenses, and their refrigeration systems can be a good place to start.

Sign printed with a warning of the radiant tubing installed under the floor.

Five Ways to Maintain and Repair Radiant Installations

Contractors share best practices for avoiding meltdowns

Angela D. Harris

August 26, 2019

Radiant maintenance and repairs are straightforward until it’s time to rip out the flooring because of a leak; then, it can be a catastrophe.

SkillsUSA HVACR Competition Sets Record

National Competition attracts more than 6,400 students competing in 103 trades

Mike Murphy

August 26, 2019

The winners of the SkillsUSA Championships in HVACR were announced at the awards ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference.

Balancing Customer Cash Flow with Proper Procedure

Replacing, repairing, and extending the life of refrigerant coils

Angela D. Harris

August 26, 2019

Technicians should guide customers to decisions based not on the emotion of a financial moment, but on the long-term outcome of the choice.

Keep HVAC Technician Morale High During Summer

Balance workload, improve efficiency, and show appreciation to employees

Don Rackler

August 26, 2019

As you battle with summer, ensure workload is evenly distributed, improve tech efficiency, and be certain that your employees feel appreciated.

Danfoss to Host Refrigerant Week

Will equip contractors and installers for refrigerant change

August 9, 2019

The event will prepare contractors and installers to handle the refrigerant transition through a program of webinars, podcasts, and more.

ACCA Seeks 2019 Service Manager of the Year Nominations

Deadline is September 20

July 29, 2019

ACCA is seeking nominations for its Service Manager of the Year Award program.

HVAC Contractor Donates Heat Pump to Wounded Warrior

July 29, 2019

Lifetime Heating and Air Conditioning helped a wounded veteran achieve comfort in his life.

OESP Raises More Than $20,000 at Care to Ride

Raises money for its charity, Oil Heat Cares

July 18, 2019

OESP raised more than $20,000 for Oil Heat Cares during its spring Care to Ride event, held in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

HARDI Annual Conference: Registration Opens for Pulse 2019

Conference will occur in New Orleans

July 24, 2019

HARDI has launched registration for the 2019 Annual Conference: Pulse, which will take place this December 7-10, in New Orleans.

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - August 26, 2019

August 26, 2019

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.

Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc.: Heat Pipe Line

August 26, 2019

This product line includes more than 350 options that provide cooling solutions for cloud and edge computing, data communications, HVAC, and more

Nu-Calgon: Aerosol Coil Cleaner

August 26, 2019

This product is a detergent, degreaser, and deodorizer all in one, and is recommended for cleaning all types of coils, including microchannel.

Saelig Co. Inc.: Thermal Inspection Camera

August 26, 2019

This product provides high quality radiometric images full of detailed thermal information in a handheld pistol-grip camera.

RLE Technologies: Wireless Wi-Fi Sensor

August 26, 2019

This product allows users to leverage their existing Wi-Fi network to monitor environmental conditions in a facility.

Napoleon Heating and Cooling: Natural Gas Furnace

August 26, 2019

This product accommodates new construction projects by utilizing modular heat exchangers and blowers that slide in and out.

Trent Technologies Inc.: Condensate Drain System

August 26, 2019

This product uses air, instead of water, to form the drain seal. The air seal design prevents the ingestion of outside air and eliminates flow blockage

Apex Industrial Tools: Anti-Mar Covers

August 26, 2019

This product is part of a series of non-marring covered tools that provides protection and control on the jobsite.

On Demand As AI workloads and high-density computing push traditional cooling methods to their limits, the data center industry is accelerating the adoption of next-generation HVAC technologies.

In this session, we will cover how to design VRF systems for the U.S. market using new A2L refrigerants. These systems provide an advanced zoning solution by using inverter technology to deliver precise heating and cooling control across multiple zones and spaces.

ACHR NEWS

2019 August 26

Cover Story

Cutting Corners During Installation Leads to Poor Performance of Cooling Systems

Feature Articles

2019 Top 40 Under 40 HVACR Professionals

White House Draws Worker Education Pledge from ACCA, HVAC Leaders

Solutions for the HVAC Workforce Problem

Harsh Environments Are Tough on Refrigeration Equipment

Food Retailers See Benefits in HVACR Retrofits

Five Ways to Maintain and Repair Radiant Installations

SkillsUSA HVACR Competition Sets Record

Balancing Customer Cash Flow with Proper Procedure

Columns

Keep HVAC Technician Morale High During Summer

Newsline

Danfoss to Host Refrigerant Week

ACCA Seeks 2019 Service Manager of the Year Nominations

HVAC Contractor Donates Heat Pump to Wounded Warrior

OESP Raises More Than $20,000 at Care to Ride

HARDI Annual Conference: Registration Opens for Pulse 2019

FYI

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - August 26, 2019

New HVAC Products

Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc.: Heat Pipe Line

Nu-Calgon: Aerosol Coil Cleaner

Saelig Co. Inc.: Thermal Inspection Camera

RLE Technologies: Wireless Wi-Fi Sensor

Napoleon Heating and Cooling: Natural Gas Furnace

Trent Technologies Inc.: Condensate Drain System

Apex Industrial Tools: Anti-Mar Covers

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