November 4 2019 Issue

Week 1: November 4
In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we look at trends in the smart thermostat market, and the opportunity those products provide contractors and homeowners.

Week 2: November 11
We also look at ways contractors are expanding their services and innovating to grow their businesses beyond a traditional HVAC model.

Natural Disasters Highlight Need for HVACR Emergency Planning

Contractors recount emergency experiences, lessons learned

Angela D. Harris

November 4, 2019

Emergency situations test the ability of contractors to protect their employees, businesses, and customers. Doing this successfully requires a plan.

Trends in the Smart Thermostat Market

Anticipating problems is on manufacturers’ minds, but where is the real payoff for contractors?

Robert Beverly

November 4, 2019

“Diagnostics!” Concise and emphatic, Gene LaNois knew immediately when asked what’s new in the thermostat market.

Emerson contractor installing a smart thermostat.

Smart Thermostats Demand Smart Strategies for Avoiding Pitfalls

Pricing structures, brand synergy, and compatibility present complications, but opportunities await

Robert Beverly

November 4, 2019

From the first mention to pricing and installation, smart thermostats represent a variety of decisions and possible mistakes.

Smart Thermostats Present and Future Infographic

Infographic: Smart Thermostats: Present & Future

November 4, 2019

Top considerations for homeowners when they purchase thermostats.

Forty-four 750-gallon tanks that store ice provide air conditioning at One Bryant Park.

HVAC Industry Shoots for Sustainable Skyscrapers

Tall buildings require strategic solutions when it comes to renewable energy

Ted Craig

November 11, 2019

Tall buildings present a challenge to sustainability. For example, some sources of renewable energy don’t make very good economic sense.

The Aeroseal trailer is a simple physical addition for service teams to deploy the duct-sealing technology in the field.

Add-On Services Dispel the Myth of the HVAC Slow Season

Contractors talk increased customer base, improved bottom line

Angela D. Harris

November 11, 2019

Contractors can find themselves searching for a way to keep employees working and for their businesses to survive. Enter add-on services.

Brad Casebier (right) and his HVAC team.

New Trade Divisions Can Help Contractors Grow Business

Lessons learned from adding new trades to existing companies

Angela D. Harris

November 11, 2019

Some contractors stick with what they know in their current HVAC business and grow by adding another trade to the company altogether.

Air Sealing Requires Whole-House Philosophy

Will improve profits and customer's home comfort

Ted Craig

November 11, 2019

More HVAC contractors should consider adding air sealing to their menu of offerings.

AHR Expo Announces 2020 Innovation Award Winners

Ten products are recognized as the best in their categories

October 10, 2019

Hosted annually by the AHR Expo, products in 10 industry categories are recognized for their innovative contribution to HVACR.

Daikin Applied Has Big Plans For Future Growth

Bundled solutions and new products will help them achieve their goals

Joanna R. Turpin

October 18, 2019

Daikin welcomed more than 1,300 sales representatives and customers to its biennial group sales meeting.

How to Find the Technical HVAC Information You Need

Tracking down wiring diagrams and other materials can require patience

Joe Marchese

November 4, 2019

Controls offer many benefits to the design and operation of a system, but they can add a level of difficulty when troubleshooting a system failure.

Tracking Down the Cause of Compressor Motor Overheating

Voltage imbalance in three-phase system may be elusive reason for the problem

John Tomczyk

November 4, 2019

One of the more popular three-phase electrical services that is supplied to medium-size commercial buildings is the Wye or Star configuration transformer.

New Refrigerants, Regulations Challenge Supermarkets

Evolving shopper preferences also disrupting traditional food retailing models

Joanna R. Turpin

November 4, 2019

Quickly adjusting and responding to market and policy changes will be necessary for end users and refrigeration engineers and contractors.

Tech of the Month — November 2019: Chris Fry

November 4, 2019

Fry has been with ICS for five years. He started in sheet metal, but moved over to the service side.

Three Reputation Management Best Practices for Navigating Crises

A strategy is crucial to dealing with crises correctly

Susan Miller

November 4, 2019

From workplace accidents to severe weather and product recalls, no business is immune from crisis situations — including the HVACR sector.

Winners of Distributors’ Education Foundation Scholarships Announced

Scholarships awarded to children of Carrier and Bryant contractors

September 23, 2019

Carrier and Bryant have announced the 25 recipients of this year’s Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarships.

Hoshizaki America Celebrates New Warehouse and Distribution Center

The new facility is located in Columbus, Ohio

October 15, 2019

Hoshizaki America Inc. announced the opening of a new sales and distribution facility, 30 minutes north of Columbus, Ohio, in Lewis Center.

Samsung Hosts Crowd of Distributors, Issues Awards

Wholesalers recognized for exceptional performance

October 9, 2019

Samsung hosted business partners to recognize business performance, develop relationships, and communicate the future of Samsung HVAC America.

ACCA Announces New Staff Additions

Adds new director of membership and advocacy, manager of communications, and manager of HVACR Education

October 22, 2019

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America welcomed Matt Grizzard, Deb Weiner, and Matt Akins to its team.

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Opens Product Showcase Room

Offers interactive experience with METUS products

September 30, 2019

METUS developed the Product Showcase room over an eight-month period, culminating in the grand opening on August 28.

Johnson Controls Rooftop Center of Excellence is Oklahoma Project of the Year

NEDC receives award for Excellence in Economic Development

September 30, 2019

Johnson Controls announced the NEDC received a Project of the Year Award for Excellence in Economic Development.

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.

ACHR NEWS

2019 November 4

Cover Story

Natural Disasters Highlight Need for HVACR Emergency Planning

Feature Articles

Trends in the Smart Thermostat Market

Smart Thermostats Demand Smart Strategies for Avoiding Pitfalls

Infographic: Smart Thermostats: Present & Future

HVAC Industry Shoots for Sustainable Skyscrapers

Add-On Services Dispel the Myth of the HVAC Slow Season

New Trade Divisions Can Help Contractors Grow Business

Air Sealing Requires Whole-House Philosophy

AHR Expo Announces 2020 Innovation Award Winners

Daikin Applied Has Big Plans For Future Growth

How to Find the Technical HVAC Information You Need

Tracking Down the Cause of Compressor Motor Overheating

New Refrigerants, Regulations Challenge Supermarkets

Tech of the Month — November 2019: Chris Fry

Columns

Three Reputation Management Best Practices for Navigating Crises

Newsline

Winners of Distributors’ Education Foundation Scholarships Announced

Hoshizaki America Celebrates New Warehouse and Distribution Center

Samsung Hosts Crowd of Distributors, Issues Awards

ACCA Announces New Staff Additions

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Opens Product Showcase Room

Johnson Controls Rooftop Center of Excellence is Oklahoma Project of the Year

FYI

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 4, 2019

New HVAC Products

RectorSeal: Condensate Flushing Tool

A. O. Smith Corp.: Water Heaters

LeakSmart®: Water Flow Monitoring

Palmer Wahl Instruments Inc.: Diaphragm Seals

RTK®, a CIRCOR International brand: ControlValve

FläktGroup® SEMCO™: Wheel Cassette Replacements

Cooper&Hunter: Single-Zone Mini-Split

Rotobrush® International LLC: Negative Air Machine

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