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The ACHR NEWS - February 20, 2023

2023 February 20

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, OEMs expect the IRA to boost HVAC sales in 2023, we release a primer on the nine types of heat pumps, and talk about smart thermostats. We also discuss diagnosing ductless equipment, accomodating pregnant workers, the importantance of succession planning for an HVAC business. Also in this issue: troubleshooitng potential relays, troubleshooting defrost timers, LinkedIn for contractors, and more.

Check back throughout the week for additional content.

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LinkedIn: A Gold Mine for HVAC Contractors

Michelle LaFrance

January 10, 2023

Many contractors spend money on Facebook with very little to show for it, so it’s well worth it to consider allocating some of that time and money toward LinkedIn.

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OEMs Expect IRA to Boost Sales in 2023

However, inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession could dampen growth

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Joanna R. Turpin

February 20, 2023

The last two years have been very good for the HVAC industry, thanks to robust demand for new equipment; however, manufacturers worry that inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession could dampen growth in 2023.

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The 9 Types of Heat Pumps

As heat pumps become more popular, it’s important to learn about the various types available

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Joanna R. Turpin

February 14, 2023

As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular, which will likely increase sales in the coming years. The key is to know which type of heat pump will work best for an application, as there is a wide range of equipment from which to choose.

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FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - February 20, 2023

February 20, 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.

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Smart Thermostats Help HVAC Contractors Get Ahead

Maintenance insight helps contractors, while rebates appeal to customers

Hannah belloli

February 20, 2023

Smart thermostats offer preventive maintenance options and rebates for customers, but contractors should be sure to get educated — and educate homeowners — on utility rebates like demand-response programs.

Ice Breaker Joe Marchese

Troubleshooting Defrost Timers

A faulty defrost timer in a refrigeration system can lead to problems

Joe marchese

February 21, 2023

Technicians should learn how to troubleshoot defrost timers, as they can be the culprit if a freezer that uses an electric heater as its supplemental heat source has a frozen evaporator coil.

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Diagnosing Ductless HVAC Systems

What to look for when a ductless system isn’t working right, or at all

Matt jachman

February 21, 2023

The use of ductless heat pump HVAC systems has broadened considerably since they were introduced to the U.S. market decades ago, but their technology isn’t familiar to all technicians or in all parts of the country.

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Single-Use Plastics Bans are Coming for HVAC

Packaging is the target of this growing green initiative, may lead to price hikes

February 11, 2023

As a user of plastics in packaging materials, HVAC is getting caught up in regulations regarding single-use plastics.

February 13, 2023 NEWSRoom

February 13, 2023 NEWSRoom: AHR Expo Recap

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February 13, 2023

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

Basic Furnace Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Basic Furnace Maintenance and Troubleshooting

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January 14, 2023

The ACHR NEWS visited Flame Furnace in Warren, Michigan to learn how to do maintenance and basic troubleshooting on a furnace.

Business Briefs

Pregnant Employees and Employer Obligations

Richard D. Alaniz

May 25, 2022

While sexual harassment and gender equity issues often garner more attention, how to accommodate a pregnant employee who may have work limitations continues to vex employers.

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HVAC Family Playbooks: Before Death Do Us Part

How HVAC business owners can ensure their family’s well-being long after they’re gone

Hannah belloli

February 12, 2023

While a business owner may have things set up businesswise for when their time comes, preparing a “playbook” with relevant paperwork will help take care of the surviving spouse or family.

Relay Components

Troubleshooting Potential Relays

A malfunctioning relay can damage the compressor, so techs must understand the warning signs

February 15, 2023

If a potential relay is malfunctioning, the compressor motor is in danger of not starting, stalling, locking rotor, or even burning out. That is why technicians should understand how to troubleshoot potential relays.

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Servicing HVAC and Changing Lives

It’s all about helping others for this Virginia contractor

Hannah belloli

October 19, 2022

A Virginia contractors goes from working out of his two car garage to a 120,000-square-foot warehouse, and along the way helps change lives.

Project Files: Episode 57 - VRF, DOAS Retrofit at Bếp Vietnamese Kitchen

Project Files: Episode 57 — VRF, DOAS Retrofit at Bếp Vietnamese Kitchen

February 3, 2023

A restaurant where it’s hot and stuffy is a miserable experience, so one owner wanted to do whatever was needed to avoid that situation, especially since the specialty item on the menu was hot soup.

How To Solve The Refrigeration Technician Shortage

An NASRC report details ways to improve recruitment, training, and retention

January 31, 2023

NASRC has released a report summarizing the commercial refrigeration industry’s increasingly critical technician shortage.

Thermostat Recycling Corp.’s Collections Decreases

Fewer mercury-containing thermostats remain to be collected

February 10, 2023

TRC collected 28% fewer pounds of mercury from thermostats in 2022 when compared with 2021.

Daikin Applied & enVerid Systems: Vision and Skyline Air Handlers

Daikin Applied & enVerid Systems: Air Handlers with Sorbent Ventilation Technology

February 5, 2023

The Vision® and Skyline® air handlers are now available with IAQ-boosting Sorbent Ventilation Technology™ (SVT) from enVerid Systems, which provides the clean air changes required for healthy indoor spaces while decreasing the volume of outdoor air needed and total cooling load of facilities.

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Fujitsu General America: Mini-Split and VRF Controller

February 5, 2023

The Kagami Controller offers touchscreen control of Airstage H, J and V-Series systems, designed to blend with interior designs.

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Rheem Manufacturing Company: G/E and A/C Heat Pumps

February 5, 2023

The Renaissance 15–25-ton G/E and A/C has the install-ability, serviceability, and reliability of the Renaissance Line contractors have grown to love, but now it is even bigger, with added features like a flexible footprint with two return options to choose from – making replacement jobs easy.

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White-Rodgers: Furnace Control

February 5, 2023

The 50M56X-843 Universal Single Stage Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) Integrated Furnace Control offers a single-stage universal replacement that can be configured for either PSC or ECMx blower motors.

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Rotobrush: Duct Cleaning Machine

February 5, 2023

The all-new smarter & more powerful BrushBeast DR has an advanced auto stop feature, redesigned direct drive system, speed rotation settings, and more. Trade & financing options are available on all duct cleaning packages.

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YELLOW JACKET: Combustion Analyzer

February 5, 2023

The Combustion Analyzer CA502 ensures the safety, efficiency, and proper operation of residential and light commercial heating appliances and combines three key measurements into one analyzer: Ambient CO Monitor, Manometer and Combustion Analyzer.

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Mueller Streamline Co.: Copper Press Fittings

February 5, 2023

Proprietary DualSeal™ Ring Design and other industry first innovations make Streamline® ACR Copper Press Fittings a trusted solution for flameless refrigerant joining.

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Johnson Controls: Rooftop Units

February 5, 2023

Choice Ultra-High Efficiency Rooftop Units (RTUs) provide value to owners from start to finish. Designed for simple installation and service, Choice RTUs can use existing curb fits and ductwork and offer single-side access to connections, coils and compressors.

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RectorSeal: Lineset Covers

February 6, 2023

Designed for residential and commercial HVAC installations of ductless and ducted systems, Cover Guard lineset covers provide adjustable support from two to four inches with quick snap-on covers to accommodate multiple linesets and condensate drains.

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SpacePak: Cold Climate Air-to-Water Heat Pump

February 6, 2023

The Solstice Inverter Extreme (ILAHP) is an inverter-driven cold climate air-to-water heat pump that provides hydronic heating, cooling, and DHW, without the use of fossil fuels.

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