March 2 2020 Issue

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we inform contractors of the biggest manufacturer news from the AHR Expo, from product announcements to rebrandings to anniversary celebrations.

More than 50,000 attendees showed up at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando for the 2020 AHR Expo the week of February 3.

AHR Expo in Orlando Welcomes More than 50,000 attendees

More than 1,900 companies exhibit at the event

March 2, 2020

The 2020 show featured more than 200 sessions in the education program, with many sessions inspired by trends happening currently across HVACR.

Arkema Celebrates 60th Anniversary

Company focusing on delivering sustainable refrigerant solutions

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

Arkema celebrated the 60^th anniversary of its Forane refrigerants, and it was excited to commemorate this event with customers during the AHR Expo.

Cambridge technology platforms at AHR Expo 2020.

Cambridge Air Solutions Rebrands to Enrich Lives

Formerly Cambridge Engineering, the company takes a new name

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

The company formerly known as Cambridge Engineering had its own AHR news — a new name, logo, tagline, and website address.

Carhartt Company Gear Focuses on Uniform Service

New commitment to trades and female uniform equality highlighted

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

Attendees stood at the Carhartt Inc. booth waiting for their new khaki hat with a freshly sewn Carhartt Company Gear embroidered patch.

Chemours offered many educational sessions in its booth, regarding the topic of refrigerant regulations.

Chemours Showcases Low-GWP Refrigerant Solutions

Company highlights commitment to the safe transition to A2L refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

The AHR Expo is the marquee event for the refrigerants industry, and Chemours cherished the opportunity to connect with customers there.

anfoss CO2 Adaptive Liquid Management (CALM) solution.

Danfoss Highlights Award-Winning Solutions, Commitment to Innovate

Products designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and meet climate regulations

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

Danfoss was recognized by the AHR Expo Innovation Awards for products that underscore the company’s commitment to producing innovative solutions.

Daikin Applied Introduces New Rooftop And Chillers

Company also touts its decision to transition to R-32

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

Daikin Applied introduced two chillers and a rooftop unit and also took the opportunity to discuss the company’s decision to transition to R-32.

The SWOOSH Drain Gun Big Shot demonstration showed attendees how to carry and use this new DiversiTech tool.

DiversiTech Declares Fastest Hands

Product demonstrations and friendly competition keep everyone busy at the Expo

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

There was a lot to see at the DiversiTech Corp. booth, and attendees were invited to walk through the booth and tour the company’s offerings.

Ecoer Offers Heat Pump, Smart Tech

Cloud-based services make installation, maintenance easier

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

The company continues to offer HVAC solutions built to be used with IoT technology for remote diagnostics, system monitoring, and troubleshooting.

The new Embraco condensing units’ portfolio.

Embraco Adds Refrigerant Options

Global manufacturer making solutions for world and U.S. refrigeration market changes

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

Visitors to the Embraco booth witnessed firsthand what the company had to offer as a global manufacturer of solutions for refrigeration.

Emerson Showcases New Remote Monitoring, Troubleshooting Tools

Products save time, help achieve greater efficiencies than ever

Maria Taylor

March 2, 2020

Emerson’s booth at the AHR Expo displayed a wide array of new products, ranging from tools to compressors to controls.

Two attendees share some feedback with Fieldpiece associates over some of the manufacturer’s portfolio.

Fieldpiece Displays Independent Probe Set, Welcomes Its New CEO

Pressure and psychrometric probes add to array of wireless arsenal

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

The trademark yellow and black Fieldpiece Instruments products seemed to gather comments from loyal contractors across the booth.

A mechanized version of the Floating Air Ductless unit.

Friedrich Aims to Make Contractors’ Lives Easier

Manufacturer innovation leads to easier installation and maintenance, quieter units

Maria Taylor

March 2, 2020

Higher SEER doesn’t make a contractor’s life easier, said the vice president of marketing and product management at Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.

DX Kit Expands Fujitsu’s Possibilities

Next-generation TLAV2 also on display

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

The company highlighted a DX kit that customers can use to transition an existing air handler into part of an Airstage VRF system.

Attendees at the AHR Expo check out the MRV-5 series from GE Appliances.

GE Appliances Rolls out Connected Products for Office, Home

New devices focus on ease of use

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

GE Appliances, a Haier company, debuted its all-new Haier MRV-5 Series at this year’s AHR Expo.

Contractor Feedback Drives General Filters Updates

Design improvements on both sides of humidity control

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

Four years ago, General Filters set a priority for all new product designs: make things easier for the contractor.

Lisa Mulder, Green Link’s vice president of technical service and product development, discusses the company’s range of solutions, including its line of adhesives.

Green Link Updates Knucklehead

Firm listens to contractors’ requests for more options

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

The biggest competitor for Green Link Eco-Engineering’s KnuckleHead line of rooftop supports is wooden blocks.

Chris LaPietra, vice president and general manager of Honeywell Stationary Refrigerants, looks over a list of the company’s offerings.

Honeywell Searches for Molecules to Meet Refrigerant Demand

Technology, regulation drive search for alternatives

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

Regulations, technology, and demand for improved performance are driving a push to new refrigerants, a demand Honeywell is working to meet.

Under the glow of Johnson Controls blue, a busy Tuesday morning at the AHR Expo found the new York Sun Select and Choice rooftop units surrounded on all sides.

Johnson Controls Encourages Upward Mobility With Rooftop Units

New rooftop units step into existing footprints, offer efficiency upgrades

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

At a booth thick with traffic at the AHR Expo’s, commercial product manager Schlegel talked about Johnson Controls’ new YORK Sun Choice rooftop unit.

The Energence Ultra-High Efficiency packaged RTU.

Lennox Helps Contractors Work Faster for Customer Comfort, Health

New equipment saves energy while operating and saves time during servicing

Maria Taylor

March 2, 2020

“Obviously, energy conservation and energy efficiency are two huge trends in the market.”

LG offers innovations like a built-in mirror for its mini splits.

LG Earns AHR Innovation Award

Company looks to create an entire ecosystem for customers

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

LG won an Innovation Award at this year’s AHR Expo for its Hydro Kit, a new indoor heat exchanger for LG VRF systems.

At the 2020 AHR Expo, LG Components announced the addition of a new compressor to its product line — the R1.

LG Components’ R1 Compressor Targets North American Market

Merges strengths of rotary and high side scroll technology

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

And at the 2020 AHR Expo, the company announced the addition of a new compressor to its product line — the R1 Compressor.

Specially designed for its 70th anniversary, the Malco Products booth was a large island with special overhead signage.

Malco’s 70th Anniversary Booth Celebrates Milestones, Quality

New booth showcases the history of hand tools for HVAC technicians

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

Celebrating its 70^th anniversary, Malco Products designed its entire booth around the company’s history as well as its push towards the future.

MARS/Heat Controller used its booth at the AHR Expo to demonstrate its solutions for the multifamily market.

MARS Comfort Aire Offers Options For Hotels, Multifamily Applications

Features air handler and condensing unit

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

MARS/Heat Controller used its booth at the AHR Expo to demonstrate their solutions for the multifamily market.

METUS displays the durability of its HyperHeating P-Series.

Mitsubishi Electric Trane Aims to Change the Heat Pump Paradigm

Works to create products with a smaller footprint

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

The product line offer by Mitsubiushi Electric Trane US is getting bigger while the products themselves are getting smaller.

Modine Focuses On Education, Efficiency, and Emission Standards

Company showcases its products that meet or exceed current standards

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

Modine’s goal at this year’s AHR Expo was to educate customers about how its products meet current standards and efficiencies.

NAVAC Features Lineup of Battery-Operated Solutions for Technicians

Lightweight tools can be transported easily by technicians

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

NAVAC prides itself on developing new, innovative vacuum solutions and tools for the HVAC industry through intensive research and development.

Critical Cool: Nortek Targets Data Centers

Ultra-low NOx furnace also earns positive reviews from California contractors

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

Nortek chose to focus its 2020 AHR Expo message on what it is doing to keep computer rooms cool.

Victor Flynn stands next to the ClimaPure XE Series ductless heat pump system.

Panasonic Redefines Comfort in Its Quest to Deliver Quality Air for Life

Indoor air quality plays a significant role in ensuring occupants are comfortable

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

The theme of Panasonic’s booth this year was “Redefining Comfort to Deliver Quality Air For Life.”

Parker Sporlan’s SCS-PB Superheat Control System for Pulse Width Valve with Bluetooth feature.

Parker Sporlan Designs Products to Make Life Easier for Contractors

Company offers easy-to-use control system

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

Parker Sporlanls latest offerings include a rugged carrying case, off-the-shelf valves, and a simple-to-use board for refrigeration control.

Rawal Devices Highlights Control and Valve Duo

APR Control maintains sights on establishing more comfortable humidity levels

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

The Rawal Devices team welcomed this year’s attendees to learn more about two core offerings from the company, starting with the APR Control.

Tony Julian, RGF’s vice president of commercial air products, explains one of the company’s products at the AHR Expo.

RGF Environmental Group Expands IAQ Offerings Into Commercial Space

Company sees growing awareness of services

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

Awareness of indoor air quality continues to grow and RGF Environmental Group Inc. is seeing strong demand for its line of purification systems.

Heath Owens and Becky Kelly were happy to discuss Rheem’s new commercial and residential products on the show floor.

Rheem Highlights Product Innovation

Company also marks first year of sustainability initiative

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

At the AHR Expo this year, Rheem’s air division showcased many of its innovative solutions, including two products that are new to the marketplace.

An attendee at the AHR Expo checks out the Rotovision tool.

Rotobrush Offers More Powerful Unit for Industrial Applications

BlowBeast joins ‘little brother’ BrushBeast

Ted Craig

March 2, 2020

The latest offering from Rotobrush International LLC, a Texas-based manufacturer of duct cleaning products, is the BlowBeast Negative Air Machine.

A Ruskin employee shows an attendee the finer points of the ADC105 addressable damper controller.

Prototype Previews and Practical Applications Keep Ruskin Busy

Attendees get hands on with building components, and extreme weather louvers

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

Attendees had a chance to touch and see the late-stage prototype louvers and discuss current building trends.

Samsung HVAC Training Goes On The Road With Mobile Training Truck

Offerings play the angles to deliver comfort with little fanfare

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

In addition to a rolling product display, Samsung’s center has hosted instruction ranging from basic HVAC courses to advanced installation tips.

Shurtape Features Comprehensive Assortment of Tapes for the Trades

Comprehensive tape collection can benefit contractors

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

For the HVAC contractor’s tasks, one tape won’t cut it. So Shurtape offers a collection.

Spectronics Announces Latest Generation of Leak Detection Dye

The company continues to expand line, save users money

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

Spectronics Corporation is a 60-year-old company with a new generation of Made in the USA refrigerant leak detection dye — AR-GLO 5.

From left: John Hazen White Jr., Cheryl Merchant, Dan Holohan, and other members of the Taco “family” celebrate 100 years at the company’s evening party.

Taco Marks 100 Years, Looks Ahead

Gratitude, products, and a party gives attendees plenty to do at Taco booth

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

On the way into the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, two things were evident: the sun was shining, and Taco was in town.

Tecumseh Showcases New Solutions

New products are designed to use low-GWP refrigerants and improve energy efficiency

Joanna R. Turpin

March 2, 2020

One of the reasons why Tecumseh regularly exhibits at the AHR Expo is for the increased visibility that it provides in the refrigeration industry.

Uponor Aims to Cover All the Bases

New professional services offering walks clients through their hydronics project from start to finish

Maria Taylor

March 2, 2020

At the AHR Expo, Uponor unveiled several new offerings designed to position the manufacturer as a full-service piping provider.

Yellow Jacket’s Newest Tools Connect Contractors Via Bluetooth

Wireless technology improves speed, convenience for contractors

Gordon White

March 2, 2020

Yellow Jacket highlighted its newest tools at the AHR Expo, featuring new smart technology to increase the speed and accuracy of technicians’ work.

The Versatec XL, a large commercial water-source heat pump.

WaterFurnace Creates a Bigger Impact by Paring Down Unit Sizes

Redesigns combine technology and a slim-fit “twinning” format

March 2, 2020

Bigger isn’t always better — especially when it comes to HVAC equipment that needs to fit into tight spaces.

Tony Landers, vice president of sales and marketing, The Whalen Company, shows an attendee how the slide-out coil pack allows for simplified service and maintenance.

Whalen Company Concentrates on Ease of Service and Maintenance

Standalone partnership with Nyle Water Heating Systems introduced

Angela D. Harris

March 2, 2020

The Whalen Company had an extraordinary time showing attendees and customers what the company has to help them in the business.

ZoneFirst Keeps Spreading the News

Job one: Getting the zoning upside to register with hesitant contractors

Robert Beverly

March 2, 2020

Contractors need to equip themselves to be ambassadors when it comes to zoning.

ASHRAE To Release New Building Guide

It will also renovate headquarters to represent its values

Maria Taylor

February 4, 2020

ASHRAE celebrates its 125th anniversary with two major undertakings slated to take place in 2020.

Danfoss Offers Insights Into HVACR Industry

Current trends include efficiency, refrigerants, and electrification

Joanna R. Turpin

February 5, 2020

Danfoss hosted its 25th annual press breakfast, offering insights into the state of the company, as well as the HVACR industry.

Emerson E360 Breakfast Takes A Look Toward The Future

HVACR refrigerants, regulations, and the future were discussed

Maria Taylor

February 5, 2020

HVACR refrigerants, regulations, and a look to the future were the topics of discussion at Emerson’s E360 Breakfast.

Product of the Year Goes to Danfoss

Present and past winners talk about awards

Angela D. Harris

February 5, 2020

The Danfoss CO2 Adaptive Liquid Management (CALM) Solution received the AHR Expo Product of the Year award.

Johnson Controls Panel: Doing More with Better Data

Digital advancements, analytics step up as carbon-neutral pressures build

Robert Beverly

February 3, 2020

JCI hosted an executive panel for a substantial crowd of customers, press, and even a student or two.

LG Aims to Provide a One-Stop Solution for Its Clients’ HVAC Technology Needs

Company foresees a future of integrated products working to serve building occupants

Ted Craig

February 5, 2020

LG Electronics USA Inc. made a somewhat unusual statement for a company with a large booth at the AHR Expo: it’s not an air conditioning company.

Radiant Professionals Alliance Honors Bob “Hot Rod” Rohr

Rohr is a 50-plus-year veteran of the radiant heating industry

February 7, 2020

This year, the honor was bestowed upon Bob “Hot Rod” Rohr, a 50-plus-year veteran of the radiant heating industry.

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