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The ACHR News - September 9, 2019

2019 September 9

In this issue of The NEWS, we present the Residential Heating Showcase, featuring the latest heating equipment to hit residential HVAC. We also discuss developments in the tools and test instruments market.

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  • Feature Articles
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  • Newsline
  • FYI
  • New HVAC Products

Cover Story

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Do It Yourself Means Profit Opportunities for Contractors

“Do It Yourself” Means Profit Opportunities for HVAC Contractors

From pre-project advice to fixing follies, understanding the modern DIY’er
Robert Beverly
September 9, 2019
From offering pre-project advice to cleaning up fix-it follies, weigh a few scenarios and understand the modern DIY’er when shaping a policy.
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Feature Articles

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Residential Heating Showcase 2019

Residential Heating Showcase 2019

New systems designed to keep homeowners warm and toasty
September 9, 2019
The showcase features the product grid, including technical facts, such as unit tonnage, refrigerant type, efficiency rating, and cooling capacity.
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California Air Resources Board Explores Feasibility and Costs of New Regulations

California Air Resources Board Explores Feasibility and Costs of New Refrigerant Regulations

Stakeholders share concerns over California’s rapid transition to low-GWP refrigerants
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
September 9, 2019
At CARB’s stakeholders’ meeting, manufacturers and end users expressed concern about the feasibility and cost of implementing these regulations.
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Selecting tools for HVACR.

Four Factors to Consider When Choosing Tools

Contractors, technicians share tool buying practices
Angela Harris - The ACHR News
Angela D. Harris
September 9, 2019
Contractors and technicians know what it means to have the necessary tools to do a good job. But getting the best tools is easier said than done.
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The pipe-joining version of spark-free technology.

Emerging HVACR Industry Trends Spark Tool Changes

Manufacturers look at tool design, future expectations
Angela Harris - The ACHR News
Angela D. Harris
September 9, 2019
Contractors looking to stay on the cusp of jobsite technology are looking to manufacturers for the next step their tool arsenal should take.
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What's New

A Brief Glance at the HVAC Tool Market

From recovery machines to hand tools and everything in between
Angela Harris - The ACHR News
Angela D. Harris
September 9, 2019
To help contractors and technicians with their choice of daily tools, here is a sampling of some different products on the market and their features.
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An undersized, leaky, and poorly insulated duct system.

Five Reasons HVAC Systems Don’t Maintain Comfortable Conditions

Hidden reasons the system might not be working
David Richardson
David Richardson
September 9, 2019
Let’s look at five hidden reasons HVAC systems might not keep up when the temperatures get hot, how to test for them, and potential repairs.
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The contractor panel consisting of Art Sutherland, Robert Leonard, Ryan Welty, and Peter Comeau (left to right).

Alternative Refrigerants are a Natural Fit for Supermarkets

Conference discusses ‘future-proof’ options for commercial refrigeration
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
September 9, 2019
ATMOsphere America convened to educate attendees about how natural refrigerants can be viable alternatives for commercial refrigeration equipment.
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Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for June 2019

September 9, 2019
Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.
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Take Time to Verify the Diagnosis of System Faults

Take Time to Verify the Diagnosis of System Faults

Correctly identifying the issue leads to profitable service calls
Joe Marchese
September 9, 2019
Correctly diagnosing system faults is important to profitable service calls and to the reputation of technicians and their companies.
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Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems.

Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems, Part 3

How to diagnose air-side and refrigerant problems
John Tomczyk
September 9, 2019
This is the third installment in the air conditioning troubleshooting series, and will cover how to diagnose air-side and refrigerant problems.
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Joe Rone - The ACHR News Tech of the Month - September 2019

Tech of the Month — September 2019: Joe Rone

September 9, 2019
Rone joined Air Control Home Services in Lake Havasu, Arizona, eight months ago as a residential service technician.
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Columns

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Guest Commentary

Communication Is Key To Business Success

Quick tips for success in interpersonal relationships
Megan Jackson - The ACHR News
Megan Jackson
September 9, 2019
Our ability to listen and process information is key to navigating thru life’s twists and turns, especially in business.
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Newsline

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ACCA and Money Mailer of South Bay Partner on Exclusive Benefit Program

Members can get 50 percent discount on first two months of advertising
July 17, 2019
ACCA announced a partnership with Money Mailer of South Bay to offer ACCA members an exclusive advertising discount.
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7-Eleven and Honeywell Collaborate To Reduce Carbon Footprint

Honeywell’s lower GWP refrigerant is being used in 7-Eleven convenience stores
July 30, 2019
Honeywell and 7-Eleven Inc. announced the adoption of Honeywell R-448A refrigerant across the United States and Canada.
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Trane Unveils Building and Investments to Deliver Community Benefits

Company celebrates investments in its facility at ribbon-cutting event
August 7, 2019
Trane held a celebration of its business, social, and environmental sustainability at its ribbon-cutting event.
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NASRC Workshop to Address HFC Phasedown in New York

Will discuss challenges and opportunities of phasedown
August 9, 2019
NASRC and the New York DEC will host a free workshop to help supermarket stakeholders prepare for future refrigerant regulations in New York State.
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Third Annual Ridgid Experience Winners Earn Trip to Headquarters

Planning for next year’s contest underway; details to be announced in early 2020
August 14, 2019
Nine enthusiastic Ridgid tool users received a trip to Ridgid World Headquarters as part of the third annual Ridgid Experience Contest.
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Local Trade Associations Give Back to Veterans

Event to take place September 14
September 2, 2019
The Heat and Plumb the County event will help nearly 50 residents who do not have the means to pay for home repairs.
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FYI

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FYI - HVAC Briefs

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - September 9, 2019

September 9, 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.
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New HVAC Products

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Privacy-Rail

Superior Aluminum Products Inc.: Equipment Fencing

September 9, 2019
Designed to conceal outdoor equipment like HVAC units, this provides privacy to locations where an extra level of security or privacy is desired.
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Ultraviolet-Tool

UV Resources: High Output UV Lamp

September 9, 2019

This product disinfects HVACR airstreams, cooling coils, and drain pans to keep them free of infection-causing microorganisms and organic matter.


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Raypak-Boilers

Raypak: Condensing Boiler

September 9, 2019
These vertical fire-tube modulating condensing boilers feature stainless steel, vertical fire-tube construction.
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Sinamics

Siemens Corp.: Infrastructure Drive

September 9, 2019
This product is optimized for pump, fan, and compressor applications in industries such as water/wastewater, HVACR, and more.
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METUS-Heat-pump

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US: Heat Pumps

September 9, 2019
Each of these system utilizes one breaker spot in an electrical panel versus the typical two breaker spots.
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What's New

Trimble: Estimating Solution

September 9, 2019
This cloud-hosted solution includes estimating functionality, graphical takeoff, and managed pricing services.
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What's New

Refrigeration Technologies LLC: Refrigeration Control

September 9, 2019
This product introduces two fan speeds to evaporator fans: low speed when no refrigerant is needed and high speed only during active cooling.
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What's New

Franklin Control Systems: Variable Frequency Drive

September 9, 2019
Now available up to 40 hp, this product has a smartphone interface and comes in stand-alone, disconnect, and bypass versions.
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