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The ACHR NEWS - January 23, 2023

2023 January 23

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, industry economists predict a mild recession, new efficiency standards are in effect for 2023, and the refrigerant transition picks up its pace. We also discuss heat pumps for multifamily homes, opportunities in IAQ, running an HVAC company, and welcoming women into the trades. Also in this issue: post-pandemic stress in the workplace, refrigerant glide, surge protector myths, and more.

Check back throughout the week for additional content.

Welder

Is a Recession in the Cards for 2023?

Industry economist believes it’s inevitable but predicts it will be mild

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Joanna R. Turpin

January 18, 2023

ABC chief economist Anirban Basu believes a recession will occur in 2023, based on higher interest rates and other indicators that suggest the economy may be slowing down.

Air Conditioners

New Year, New HVAC Efficiency Standards

2023 brings revised efficiency minimums, ratings system for some HVAC equipment

Matt jachman

January 21, 2023

The new year brings new minimum energy-efficiency standards for single-phase residential air conditioners and heat pumps, as well as new methods of measuring efficiencies and new terms to describe those measurements.

Midea Window-Mounted Unit

Heat Pumps for Multifamily Homes

Energy savings, electrification, and incentives drive new era of heating

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January 23, 2023

In the past, heat pumps were typically installed in single-residence homes, but nowadays, the technology has evolved and can be used in many other building applications — such as multifamily homes.

Refrigerant Containers

The Refrigerant Transition Picks Up the Pace in 2023

Industry experts offer their views on the state of refrigerants this year

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Joanna R. Turpin

January 24, 2023

The HVACR industry is undergoing another refrigerant transition and industry experts offer advice about what contractors need to know about the transition, as well as how to prepare for it.

Indoor Air Quality Products

Contractors Find Opportunities in Indoor Air Quality

Discuss ways to market IAQ products amid heightened awareness

Matt jachman

January 24, 2023

Interest in indoor air quality products and services has soared in the last three years, so contractors who aren’t consistently marketing IAQ may be missing sales opportunities.

House Construction

Washington State Pushes for Heat Pumps

Energy regulations in Washington state to mandate them for most new buildings

Matt jachman

December 10, 2022

Heat pumps for both space and water heating will be required in most new homes in the state of Washington beginning next July.

HVAC Technician

From Technician to HVAC Business Owner: Changing Your Mindset

Running an HVAC business like a technician won’t work

Hannah belloli

December 30, 2022

In order for a technician to transform into a true HVAC business owner, they have to leave their truck behind and enter into the business owner mindset.

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Welcome Women Into HVAC and the Skilled Trades

The future of the industry depends on it

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Michelle Murphy

January 18, 2023

The HVAC industry relies heavily on trade groups to build and install its systems, and we will only fulfill the demand if we welcome women into the HVAC workforce.

Mental Health.

Skilled Workers Struggle with Post-Pandemic Stress

Labor shortage, supply chain issues, and changing work expectations add pressure

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September 30, 2022

Working in the trades already comes with its fair share of stress, but for the last couple years, the industry has also had to deal with COVID-19, supply chain issues, the material shortage, rising gas prices, and much more.

Professor John Tomczyk

The Definitive Guide to Temperature Glide, Part 2

Always consult the P/T chart when calculating superheat and subcooling for refrigerant blends

January 20, 2023

Service technicians need to be careful when reading the pressure/temperature chart because if they choose the wrong values, they will make mistakes diagnosing the system.

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Three Myths About HVAC Surge Protectors

November 16, 2022

To make an educated decision when selecting a surge protector for an HVAC system, it is important to dispel some common myths. Here are three myths about surge protectors.

Snowmelt System

Big or Small, Snowmelt Systems Carry the Load

Snowmelt systems provide convenience, comfort, and sometimes save lives

January 19, 2023

Hydronic snowmelt systems can bring convenience and comfort to places like zoos, sidewalks, decks, pools, and driveways — but they can also save lives.

HVACR System Innovation Takes Off

Decarbonization is leading to new technologies being introduced

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Joanna R. Turpin

January 4, 2023

In the U.S., the federal government along with numerous states have pledged to aggressively reduce — and potentially eliminate — carbon emissions over the next few decades.

Project Files: Episode 56 - CO2 Technology for Meal Prep Facility

Project Files: Episode 56 — CO₂ Technology for Meal Prep Facility

Heatcraft’s low-GWP install leads to 50% energy reduction, $2 million grant

January 3, 2023

In spring 2020, Heatcraft Refrigeration Products helped Faber Street Foodworks LLC build a $20 million, 56,000-square-foot food production facility in Union City, California. But creating a custom solution for a very large sustainable food processing facility was no easy feat.

Refrigerants

The 2023 Refrigerant Transition: What You Need to Know

HVAC industry experts discuss what contractors can expect

January 6, 2023

The 2023 refrigerant transition has many HVAC contractors asking questions. The ACHR NEWS connected with four industry leaders to walk us through what this means for the contractor.

The NEWS Podcast

The NEWSMakers Podcast: 2023 HVAC Predictions

January 8, 2023

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to Frank Windsor, president of Rinnai.

FYI - The ACHR News

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - January 23, 2023

January 23, 2023

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.

Fieldpiece, SkillsUSA Announce Second Annual #MasteroftheTrade Scholarship

To present $25K in scholarship funds to support rising stars in the HVACR Industry

January 6, 2023

Fieldpiece Instruments, a provider of tool and test instruments for HVACR professionals for over 30 years, announced the second annual #MasteroftheTrade Scholarship.

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California Dairy Installs CO₂ Chiller System

South Creek Dairy embraced environmentally friendly milk cooling and water heating

January 4, 2023

After months of hard work from the teams at PRO Refrigeration and San Joaquin Valley Dairy Equipment, South Creek Dairy in Earlmart, California, is now producing milk with the climate in mind.

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Underperformance in HVAC Business: Three Days is a Trend

John conway

January 7, 2023

When running a business, when is it time to react? If you react too quickly, you can create chaos. Too slowly, and you can fall behind. Three days is a trend.

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ECM Technologies: Treatment Solution

January 20, 2023

Oil fouling can leave HVAC units operating at 70% or less of their original capacity. ThermaClear is a nano-fluid formulated to optimize refrigerant system heat transfer by displacing oil buildup and permanently protecting the coils from future thermal degradation.

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Carrier: Zone Controls

January 23, 2023

Designed for pressure independent variable air volume (VAV) and pressure dependent variable volume and temperature (VVT) applications, the TruVu zone HVAC controllers feature built-in control programs that are engineered for efficiency, energy savings, and equipment performance.

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Nortek Air Solutions: Fanwall Technology

January 25, 2023

Mammoth V-Cube Slim system is a high efficiency solution for floor-by-floor air conditioning in medium- to high-rise commercial and institutional buildings.

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LGM Series: Air Handling Units

January 27, 2023

The 120-volt LGM Series offers installation versatility.

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