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The ACHR NEWS - August 1, 2022.

2022 August 1

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, the Supreme Court limits the authority of the EPA to set regulations and two bills were introduced to push electrification. We also discuss staying safe while preparing for power outage season, rising demand for smart thermostats and mini-split technology, and what the growth of the marijuana market means for HVAC contractors. Also in this issue: women in HVAC is good for business, checking insurance coverage, HVAC marketing, ransomware, CO₂ refrigeration systems.

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Supreme Court.

Check on EPA Seen as Plus for HVAC Industry

SCOTUS decision sets tone for other federal regulatory agencies

Matt jachman

July 20, 2022

HVACR trade groups are welcoming a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that limits the power of federal agencies to set regulations without explicit direction from Congress.

HVAC Technician.

Stay Safe While Preparing for Power Outages

Contractors push for preventative maintenance, weather awareness

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July 14, 2022

Storms are not the only thing that lead to power outages — as temperatures continue to rise, the nation’s power grid is only put under more strain. Planning ahead and staying safe is key.

Is It Time To Turn Up The Thermostat in the U.S.?

European countries are mandating higher t-stat settings to save energy

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Joanna R. Turpin

July 8, 2022

We Americans like things cold. Where we don’t like to be cold is at work. In fact, as more employees are returning to office buildings, being cold is one of their biggest complaints.

Emerson Sensi Smart Thermostat.

Growth Seen in Smart Thermostat Market

29% of households plan to buy in 2022, but some reluctance remains

Matt jachman

August 1, 2022

Internet-connected thermostats are gaining wider acceptance in the marketplace. About 30% of residential thermostats in the U.S. and Canada are connected thermostats.

Daikin Fit System.

Ducted Mini-Split Air Handlers Offer Flexibility

These energy-efficient systems can be used to replace traditional forced air equipment

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Joanna R. Turpin

August 2, 2022

Most of the rest of the world has relied on ductless mini-split systems for their heating and cooling needs for decades, but that has not been the case in the U.S. That may be changing with the advent of ducted mini-split systems.

Grow Optimized Dehumidifier.

Marijuana Market Creates Opportunities for HVAC Contractors

Kush makes cash for contractors: Humidity control, good air quality necessary for indoor grow facilities to flourish

Hannah belloli

August 2, 2022

The cannabis market continues to make money. And there’s plenty to go around to HVAC contractors who see the need of them within the space.

July 25, 2022 NEWSRoom

July 25, 2022 NEWSRoom: AIM Act, Water Heater Definition, Viral Ad, DDA 2022

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July 25, 2022

Catch up on the latest headlines in this episode of the ACHR Newsroom.

The NEWS Podcast

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Decarbonization and the HVAC Industry

July 13, 2022

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to Mark Lessans, senior director of sustainability and regulatory affairs for Johnson Controls.

The NEWS Podcast

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Geothermal Trends

June 22, 2022

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to WaterFurnace CEO John Thomas.

Rhoads Energy Team.

Rhoads Energy Rebrands Service Technicians as Cool Crew

Company and its affiliates unify tech crews under single name to promote HVAC service offerings

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March 22, 2022

By rebranding their service technicians as the Cool Crew, Rhoads Energy made a conscious effort to shift their reputation an energy products company that does service work to an HVAC company that sells energy products.

Maria Dezenberg.

Unsurprisingly, Women in the HVACR Trades Are Good for Business

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Maria E. Dezenberg, PhD

June 2, 2022

While researchers don’t know exactly why companies with women on staff perform better, the benefits of women in the workplace speak for themselves.

Insurance policy.

HVAC Contractors Look More Closely at Insurance as Costs Rise

Few business owners check their coverage on a regular basis

Ted craig

May 20, 2022

Insurance is an unavoidable expense, but there are steps business owners can take to reduce these costs.

Marketing HVAC.

Should I Pause My HVAC Marketing When Business is Good?

Justin jacobs

June 24, 2022

We might not know exactly when the weather will shift, but we do know that it will happen eventually. That’s why marketing should never stop.

Eric Brackett

Ransomware is Rampant: Is Your HVAC Business Safe?

While a host of protective measures can limit the risk, outsourcing to an expert third party cybersecurity firm might be the safest option

Eric brackett

November 25, 2021

With ransomware attacks on high profile businesses like Colonial Pipeline and JBS Foods in the headlines, HVAC businesses are increasingly asking, “Are we next?”

Life Cycle Chart

The A-B-C-D of HVAC for Indoor Cannabis Growing Facilities

March 18, 2022

A big part of the growth cycle of the cannabis plant is deeply rooted in the ability of the plant to absorb and rid itself of water vapor, so we now add a D to HVAC for dehumidification.

Business Briefs

The Employee Attendance Dilemma

Richard D. Alaniz

June 17, 2022

Absenteeism has significant and costly effects on a business, but the conversation with employees should not take on an accusatory tone, since most absences are for legitimate reasons.

Supermarket Refrigeration Case.

CO₂ Refrigeration Systems: Obstacles and Opportunities

Experts weighed in on this natural refrigerant at Danfoss online event

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Joanna R. Turpin

July 14, 2022

Danfoss Climate Solutions recently held an online event, where experts discussed CO₂ refrigeration systems, including the challenges and opportunities this natural refrigerant offers both food retailers and contractors.

TXV.

Reasons Why TXVs Overfeed Refrigerant

Proper TXV settings will keep refrigeration and air conditioning systems operating efficiently

July 27, 2022

Making sure the TXV is metering the right amount of refrigerant into the evaporator and is not overfeeding the coil is one way technicians can help their customers’ refrigeration and air conditioning systems operate safely and more efficiently.

Vacuum Level Diagram.

Understanding Vacuum Level Measurements

Noncondensables can cause problems if not removed from a refrigeration system

July 19, 2022

Technicians should pull the necessary vacuum to ensure the system they are working on is properly evacuated.

Residential Heat Pump.

Senate Bills Aim to Push HVAC Electrification

HEATR offers tax credits for heat pumps, ICEE HOT provides rebates

Matt jachman

July 3, 2022

Two new bills pending in the U.S. Senate are designed to speed the electrification of HVAC systems, decrease the amount of fossil fuels used in buildings, and cut carbon emissions.

Downtown Denver Rooftop Replacement.

Project Files: Episode 49 — Downtown Denver Rooftop Replacement

Heavy lift helicopter brings chillers up 31 stories

June 10, 2022

The cooling towers located on the roof of Granite Tower in Denver were meant to last 20 years. But at nearly 40 years, the cooling towers and fluid coolers were well past their life expectancy.

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for May 2022

July 16, 2022

Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

FYI - The ACHR News

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - August 1, 2022

August 1, 2022

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.

JohnsonControls

Johnson Controls and Accenture Collaborate on OpenBlue Innovation Centers

Centers to seed further development of AI-enabled building control system products and services

July 12, 2022

Accenture and Johnson Controls are collaborating to deliver and operate two new OpenBlue Innovation Centers.

Hudson Technologies CEO Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell

July 14, 2022

Hudson Technologies Inc., a provider of sustainable refrigerant products and services to the HVACR industry, rang the Nasdaq Closing Bell on Tuesday, July 12, 2022.

Kroger Pressured To Eliminate HFCs In Stores

Environmental groups, customers petition company to adopt low-GWP refrigerants

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Joanna R. Turpin

July 6, 2022

Kroger, the largest grocery chain in the United States, is facing pressure from a coalition of stakeholders to eliminate HFCs from their refrigeration systems.

Greenheck Celebrates 75 Years

July 20, 2022

Greenheck, an engineer and manufacturer of air movement, control, conditioning, and distribution equipment, is celebrating its 75^th anniversary.

Princeton Tec. Announces HVAC Sales Reps

July 13, 2022

Princeton Tec. announced that the company has completed its national coverage for sales representatives for U.S.-made Princeton Tec.

Money.

HVAC Contractor Milestones: The Million Dollar Month

Teamwork makes the dream work!

Chris hunter

July 13, 2022

I’ve seen a few contractors regularly hitting million-dollar days, but the lesson is more about what successful contractors do that enables them to hit goals like this.

Bradley Digital Mixing Valve

Bradley Corp: Digital Mixing Valve

July 28, 2022

The Navigator Digital Mixing Valve was engineered to deliver and maintain water temperatures within +/- 3º F, even during low and zero demand periods.

Ingenii Flashing Line

Ingenii: Flashing Linesets

July 28, 2022

Ingenii’s FLASH5 and FLASH8 products feature a unique two-piece design that dramatically reduces the costs associated with damaged linesets, as builders are no longer required to remove, replace, and repaint siding.

Ruskin EME620DD

Ruskin: Stationary Louver

July 28, 2022

The EME620DD from Ruskin is a newly-designed, 6-inch deep, horizontally-bladed, stationary louver designed for generator rooms or other spaces that require safety equipment to continue running during a storm event.

Unico Slotted Outlets

Unico Inc: Slotted Outlets

July 28, 2022

In addition to its Twist Fit System round outlets, Unico now also manufactures rectangular outlets with Twist Fit System connectors.

SunTouch (Watts) Smart Thermostat

SunTouch (Watts): Smart Thermostat

July 28, 2022

With the SunStat ConnectPlus Thermostat from SunTouch, customers can remotely access and control their floor warming system, using voice control with Alexa and Hey Google.

Heraeus Noblelight Soluva Air F

Heraeus Noblelight: UVC Air Purifier

July 28, 2022

The new Soluva Air F is an in-room UVC (UVGI) air purification device designed to disinfect room air.

NOVO gas analyzer

Seitron Americas: Combustion Gas Analyzer

July 28, 2022

The New NOVO Combustion Analyzer by Seitron Americas is a portable, compact, economical, and highly accurate Combustion Gas & Emissions Analyzer for any HVAC Professional’s needs!

Greenheck Damper

Greenheck: Balancing Dampers

July 28, 2022

The ABD-Z2 is the latest addition to Greenheck’s line of automatic balancing dampers that provide precise airflow regulation for energy efficient indoor air quality.

siemens motor/drive combo package

Siemens Industry Inc: Motor/Drive Package

July 28, 2022

Siemens Industry Inc. released combination motor/drive packages, allowing an OEM or end-user the option to select the optimum solution for a variety of heavy-duty industrial motion control applications from a single source.

Midea EVOX Inverter Heat Pumps

Midea: Inverter Heat Pumps

July 28, 2022

Available in six sizes from 18,000-60,000 BTUs, many of Midea’s EVOX Heat Pumps are Energy Star compliant and hold high COP, HSPF, and SEER ratings.

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