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The ACHR News - January 25, 2021

2021 January 25

In this issue, The ACHR NEWS offers comprehensive coverage of the ten AHR Innovation Award winners, exploring how the technologies are driving the HVAC industry forward. In addition to this, we look at the importance of IAQ solutions to restaurant owners in a COVID-19 era, and what the election means for the industry. Also in this issue: Duct Issues, measuring system temperatures, and much more. Distribution Trends examines the keys to running a successful HVAC distribution company, as well as tips for increasing HVAC sales.

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Restaurant Owners Hang Hopes on IAQ Solutions

For indoor dining establishments, reducing risk of virus transmission is key to reopening

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Joanna R. Turpin

January 18, 2021

For restaurants offering indoor service — or would like to in the near future — finding ways to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19 is vital.

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What the Presidential and Georgia Election Results Mean for the HVAC Industry

With the Senate tied and HFC phasedown approved, attention turns to A2Ls, tax policies, regulatory targets

Robert beverly achr

December 31, 2020

The range of policy possibilities hinged on which party took control of the Senate after Georgia’s Jan. 5 runoff election.

AHR Expo Innovation Awards.

2021 AHR Innovation Award Winners

Products recognizing for driving the future of the HVAC industry

January 25, 2021

While the AHR Expo itself is not taking place in 2021, innovation in the field of HVACR can never be canceled.

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Don’t Tuck Duct Issues Into the Install

Updated attitudes and upfront adjustments can insulate these jobs from a host of problems.

Robert beverly achr

January 17, 2021

The owner has bought into the project, the contract has been signed, and the design has been designed. Today is ductwork day.

Ben Landers of Blue Corona.

Heightened Spam Protection Makes Following Best Practices More Important

HVAC contractors need to avoid appearing as a bad actor

Ted web

December 13, 2020

Concerns over privacy and cybersecurity increased this year, causing email service providers to make filters stricter.

HVAC Business Diagram

Americans Choosing Home HVAC Upgrades to Improve IAQ, Comfort, Energy Efficiency

HVAC contractors tap into increased demand due to canceled holiday travel plans, continued work-from-home

Ted web

November 25, 2020

In the spring, the outlook for the HVAC industry, like the rest of the economy, seemed dim. But the situation soon changed.

Filter Fan.

Determining What Filter Fan Suits Your Application and Environment

Select a filter fan appropriate for the electrical equipment in use, cooling demands, and environmental conditions

December 4, 2020

Filter fans perform a critical task of cooling equipment within electrical enclosures while also protecting equipment from harmful materials.

Measure System Temperatures.

Measure System Temperatures to Diagnose Uncomfortable Rooms

Advice for when HVAC equipment isn’t heating properly

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David Richardson

January 11, 2021

Let’s look at how you can use a return grille and supply register temperature measurement to uncover one source of uncomfortable rooms.

Utah State University Cooling System.

Utah State University Invests in “Free” Cooling

School looks for an efficient system to keep costs down

January 7, 2021

As the main campus expanded, so did the need for cooling capacity.

TJ O’Connor, president of Farmington Consulting Group.

HVAC Contractors: Flexibility Helps but Can’t Supplant Face Time

Dealers still value in-person relationships while warming up to conveniences

Robert beverly achr

January 9, 2021

What is most important to contractors when selecting a distributor?

Setting Out For New Sales Frontiers.

Setting Out For New Sales Frontiers

Be honest with yourself when the growth mentality has faded

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Darrell Sterling

January 13, 2021

How excited are you about the products and the market that you are selling into?

Pradip Krishnadevarajan.

Keys for Small HVAC Distributors in 2021: Churn and Pricing

Pricing and data are signs of a small distributor headed for bigger things

Robert beverly achr

January 10, 2021

A dedicated in-house pricing pro and a sales manager who can use data to get out in front of customer behavior are two signs of a smaller distributor headed for bigger things.

Kyle Cline of Locke Supply Co.

Meet The Wholesaler: Kyle Cline

This Locke Supply VP discusses his favorite job interview question and a rather large jobsite marketing idea.

Robert beverly achr

January 13, 2021

Wholesalers spend their Sundays a few different ways, but Kyle Cline has been spending his finishing up his college degree after a few years away.

FYI - The ACHR News

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - January 25, 2021

January 25, 2021

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.

HARDI

HARDI Distributors Report 3.6% Revenue Increase in November

DSO was 48 days

January 7, 2021

The average annual sales growth for the 12 months through November 2020 is 3.2%.

Breaking-News

The Refrigeration School Inc. and Sigler Wholesale Distributors Launch HVAC Employee Bootcamp

Program provides career training opportunities for aspiring skilled trades professionals

December 28, 2020

The RSI Pro Tech Bootcamp is a series of customizable programs designed to provide hands-on HVAC technician training.

Veterans

J&W Heating and Air Installs HVAC System in Home Gifted to Injured Veteran

Contractor partners with YORK Factory Direct to support Building Homes for Heroes

December 11, 2020

The contractor partnered with YORK Factory Direct to support Building Homes for Heroes.

Noel Henderson.

Obituary: Noel Henderson

December 29, 2020

Those in industry throughout the Ohio Valley lost a dear friend and colleague when Noel Henderson passed away Dec. 22, 2020.

Turner Collins.

Obituary: Turner Collins

December 30, 2020

HVAC Excellence announced the passing of Turner Collins, a founding father of HVACR programmatic accreditation.

Maturing Millennials Make Up New Market of Home Owners

Maturing Millennials Make Up New Market of Homeowners

HVAC contractors need to understand different habits, expectations

Ted web

June 22, 2020

As millennials age, they are growing in importance to HVAC contractors as both customers and employees.

Guest Commentary - The ACHR News

Updating Your Customers Respects Their Time

A little customer service can go a long way

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January 23, 2021

What it would mean to your customers if gave them several simple updates on the day they’re expecting service?

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EffectiV HVAC Inc.: Purification Suite

January 25, 2021

EffectiV HVAC’s UV diffusers integrate ozone-free UV lamps and design to increase air contact with UV-C light.

Slim-Line

Seifert Systems Inc.: Enclosure Air Conditioners

January 25, 2021

The SlimLine Vario Series of enclosure air conditioners can be adjusted and set to provide only the cooling needed for a particular application.

What's New - The ACHR News

Daikin: Vertical Air Handler

January 25, 2021

Daikin added a vertical configuration to its PreciseLine air handlers.

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