February 24 2020 Issue

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we discuss tips and tricks to servicing compressors, as well as recent developments in HVAC legislation. We also look at how the use of hydronics and radiant heat are benefiting both the contractor and the end user.

Manufacturers Fret over CARB Deadlines for Air Conditioning Systems

At recent meeting, stakeholders anxious over HFC phasedown timeline

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

Since many low-GWP refrigerants are flammable, changes must be made to building codes and standards before they will be acceptable in HVACR equipment.

Department of Energy Considers the End of Noncondensing Gas Furnaces, Water Heaters

ACCA and other opponents cite proposals’ retrofit obstacles

Robert Beverly

February 24, 2020

The availability of noncondensing gas furnaces and water heaters hangs in the balance as the DOE considers energy efficiency standards and industry input.

The commissioning of Fujitsu VRF systems at a residence in New Jersey.

Five Good Reasons Why A Good Compressor Can Go Bad

Failures often result from installation mistakes and poor maintenance

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

Compressor failures are often a result of installation mistakes and/or poor maintenance, which means that they can usually be prevented.

Compressor Installation and Maintenance.

Compressors' Lives can Be in Danger From Moment of Installation

Compressors don’t die, they’re murdered

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

Many new systems have no chance of long-term success due to improper installation, said Martin Hoover of Empire Heating and Air Conditioning.

A student assesses the compressor equipment on a job site.

Compressor Retrofits on the Rise in Commercial Refrigeration

Energy-efficient upgrades need to be weighed against total system replacement

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

Recommissioning a system can help determine if a compressor replacement makes sense, or if the whole system should be replaced.

Why Contractors Should Run Local Service Ads (LSAs) Across Google

Utilizing digital advertising for your company's growth

Lance Bachmann

February 24, 2020

It’s no secret that the internet has transformed how contractors market their services, attract new customers, and generate revenue growth.

Piping Practices Advance Hydronic Installations

Materials, technology making changes in the industry

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

Piping a hydronic system is a key part of installation, and requires time and skill as contractors work to provide top-performing hydronic systems.

The Cube, a 52,000-square-foot, seven-story building in Calgary’s Beltline neighborhood features 65 one- and two-bedroom residential rental units, converted in 2019.

Condensing Boiler Technology Brings Heat to City Building

Repurposing project takes advantage of Weil-McLain’s stainless vertical firetube

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

In addition to contemporary designs and styling finishes, Mahmoud also sought the latest in boiler technology to heat a new development.

The Taco 0018e allows an installer to look inside the pipes of a residential system and see what’s happening from an app on their phone.

Hydronics Q&A Answers Trending Market Questions

Taco Comfort Solutions and Watts break down current trends, look ahead

Angela D. Harris

February 24, 2020

To help hydronic contractors and those who are considering hydronic offerings, The ACHR NEWS talked with Mark Chaffee and Jim Erhardt.

Four Skills You Need to Optimize a Duct System

Add these abilities to your HVAC repertoire to exceed expectations

David Richardson

February 24, 2020

This article is a summary of the skills you need to test, diagnose, and optimize an existing duct system.

WaterFurnace donates $27,000 to USO of Indiana

Company provides matching gift from money raised at 31st Annual Supplier Golf Outing

January 6, 2020

WaterFurnace raised the proceeds during its 31st Annual Supplier Golf Outing, held at Brookwood Golf Club, Fort Wayne.

CoolSys Opens New Southern California Training Center For Its Technicians

Will equip CoolSys technicians will tools for success

February 10, 2020

CoolSys opened the doors of its new, state-of-the-art training facility in Fullerton, California, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Service Roundtable Will Host the International Roundtable

Event will take place in San Diego on March 11-12

February 10, 2020

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with residential contractors and experts in HVAC and other industries.

SpeedClean and HVAC School Release Free “Coil Cleaning Guide” E-book

E-Book is to educate contractors on best practices and real data

January 2, 2020

SpeedClean and HVAC School have collaborated to educate contractors on the importance of coil cleaning and thorough maintenance programs.

HARDI Distributors Report 7.4 Percent Revenue Growth in December

DSO was near 50 days

February 11, 2020

The average sales performance by HARDI distributors was an increase of 7.4 percent during December 2019.

Rees Scholarship Foundation Awards $85,500 to Aid Aspiring HVACR Technicians

Forty-nine studying HVACR and water heating industry are awarded

January 9, 2020

The Clifford H. "Ted" Rees, Jr. Scholarship Foundation announced awards totaling $85,500 to 49 students, including seven military veterans.

ASHRAE Breaks Ground on Global Headquarters Renovation Project

Staff scheduled to move into new headquarters by October 2020

January 13, 2020

The event marked the beginning of the renovation on a two-story, 66,700 square-foot building, located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia.

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - February 24, 2020

February 24, 2020

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.

Coleman® HVAC brand of Johnson Controls: Commercial HVAC Unit

February 24, 2020

An optional four-stage IntelliSpeed™ discrete fan control allows units to deliver 15 percent higher IEER ratings than some high-efficiency units.

FläktGroup SEMCO: Ventilation System

February 24, 2020

This product expands the Pinnacle Series dehumidification capabilities and optimizes temperature control.

System Air: Air Handling Units

February 24, 2020

This line of units offer an energy efficient ventilation solution for commercial, hygiene, marine, and industrial applications.

AquaMotion Inc.: Single-Pipe Circulator

February 20, 2020

Designed for a tankless heater without a built-in pump, this product works on single-pipe systems.

Resideo Technologies Inc.: Water Leak Detection

February 20, 2020

Professionally installed on the main water line, the device contains a flow sensor and advanced machine-learning technology.

Klein Tools Inc.: Multi-Use Megohmmeter

February 24, 2020

This megohmmeter is capable of producing 125V, 250V, 500V, and 1,000V test voltages for insulation resistance measurements up to 4000MΩ.

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS): Sales App Upgrade

February 24, 2020

This in-home selling and quotation app for HVAC contractors is designed to make in-person sales calls easier, efficient, and persuasive.

Automated Logic Corporation: Smart Valves

February 24, 2020

Designed in partnership with Belimo®, the new smart valve offers seamless connectivity to the WebCTRL® building automation system.

Tjernlund Products Inc.: Reversible Basement Fan

February 24, 2020

This product automatically and simultaneously rids basements or other areas of stale, musty, or smelly air and draws in fresh outside air.

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

2020 February 24

Cover Story

Manufacturers Fret over CARB Deadlines for Air Conditioning Systems

Feature Articles

Department of Energy Considers the End of Noncondensing Gas Furnaces, Water Heaters

Five Good Reasons Why A Good Compressor Can Go Bad

Compressors' Lives can Be in Danger From Moment of Installation

Compressor Retrofits on the Rise in Commercial Refrigeration

Why Contractors Should Run Local Service Ads (LSAs) Across Google

Piping Practices Advance Hydronic Installations

Condensing Boiler Technology Brings Heat to City Building

Hydronics Q&A Answers Trending Market Questions

Four Skills You Need to Optimize a Duct System

Newsline

WaterFurnace donates $27,000 to USO of Indiana

CoolSys Opens New Southern California Training Center For Its Technicians

Service Roundtable Will Host the International Roundtable

SpeedClean and HVAC School Release Free “Coil Cleaning Guide” E-book

HARDI Distributors Report 7.4 Percent Revenue Growth in December

Rees Scholarship Foundation Awards $85,500 to Aid Aspiring HVACR Technicians

ASHRAE Breaks Ground on Global Headquarters Renovation Project

FYI

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - February 24, 2020

New HVAC Products

Coleman® HVAC brand of Johnson Controls: Commercial HVAC Unit

FläktGroup SEMCO: Ventilation System

System Air: Air Handling Units

AquaMotion Inc.: Single-Pipe Circulator

Resideo Technologies Inc.: Water Leak Detection

Klein Tools Inc.: Multi-Use Megohmmeter

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS): Sales App Upgrade

Automated Logic Corporation: Smart Valves

Tjernlund Products Inc.: Reversible Basement Fan

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