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The ACHR NEWS - March 6, 2023

2023 March 6

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we provide contractors with some of the biggest manufacturer news from the 2023 AHR Expo, which took place in Atlanta, Georgia, Feb. 6-8. HVACR manufacturers discussed recent trends across the industry, covering everything from heat pumps to the refrigerant transition and more, while showcasing new products and innovations. Also in this issue: Chat GPT for contractors, combustion gas "personalities," and HVAC sting operations.

Check back throughout the week for additional content.

Matt-Michel

HVAC Contractors Should Stay Wary of Stings

It’s springtime, which means sting time

March 4, 2023

While HVAC, like any profession, is not corruption free, it is neither corruption riddled. A sting of one contractor damages all contractors.

AHR Expo 2023 in Atlanta

AHR Expo 2023 Draws Big Crowd in Atlanta

March 6, 2023

In what could be the last time the AHR Expo is held in Atlanta, the event saw a drastic uptick in attendees from the event last year in Las Vegas.

FYI - The ACHR News

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - March 6, 2023

March 6, 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.

GE Furnace

Residential Heating Scene Shows Mix of Cold Climate Heat Pumps, Furnaces

Manufacturers see dual fuel as a way to bridge the electrification transition

February 27, 2023

Cold climate heat pumps were on full display on the AHR show floor and manufacturers were eager to share their progress reports in the Department of Energy’s CCHP Challenge.

Daikin Fit

Heat Pumps Dominate Residential Cooling Scene at AHR

Focus shifts from a/cs to heat pumps; new products align with IRA tax credits

February 28, 2023

In the realm of residential cooling, two trends popped out at the 2023 AHR Expo: the new federal tax credits and heat pumps.

Emerson White-Rodgers Furnace Ignition Module

Today’s Residential HVAC Controls Are Smarter Than Ever

Smart thermostats give homeowners, contractors ultimate monitoring

Matt jachman

March 1, 2023

Programmable thermostats that can be accessed through an internet device are old hat. Here are just a few of the residential HVAC controls products featured at the Georgia World Congress Center, the host venue for this year’s Expo.

Tom McGreal and Jason Moskowitz

Homes, Buildings Going Ductless

With newer products, ductless manufacturers are ready for a market boom

Matt jachman

March 2, 2023

Major manufacturers are betting that ductless HVAC is catching on in the U.S.

Climatix RTU Optimization Solution

Commercial Controls and Building Automation: Advancing It All

Advancing controls and building automation means providing less solutions, with more capabilities than ever

Hannah belloli

March 3, 2023

Trends at this year’s AHR Expo within commercial controls and building automation were improving energy efficiency, making buildings more adaptable, streamlining workflow to make things easier for HVACR contractors, and a greater emphasis on cybersecurity and digitization.

Arkema Booth

Low-GWP Refrigerants Take Center Stage

New solutions are designed to replace R-410A, R-134a, and others

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Joanna R. Turpin

March 5, 2023

Refrigerant manufacturers highlighted their low-GWP refrigerants for both air conditioning and refrigeration applications at the 2023 AHR Expo.

Cleaver-Brooks CBEX3W Boiler

Boilers: There’s an App For That

Smart, connected boiler controls are part of the green energy transition

March 14, 2023

Connectivity was the top trend among boiler manufacturers at this year’s AHR Expo.

Philip Smyth at Johnson Controls Booth

New Rooftops Meet DOE Energy Standards and More

Many recently launched units also achieve decarbonization, electrification, and IAQ goals

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Joanna R. Turpin

March 16, 2023

Manufacturers were eager to show off their latest energy-efficient RTUs, many of which can also be used to meet building owners’ decarbonization and electrification goals.

Steril-Aire UVC Lights

Pandemic Drives Era of Residential IAQ Awareness

Building resiliency, decarbonization, balanced ventilation, and UVC among the top trends

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March 15, 2023

The global pandemic caused many people to reevaluate how they had been living their lives, and when it came to life at home, indoor air quality (IAQ) became a top priority.

FastWRAP Estimating Software

Software: Digitize, Digitize, Digitize

Software manufacturers look for more opportunities to connect, communicate

Hannah belloli

March 17, 2023

Since software can already do so much, manufacturers at this year’s AHR Expo focused on how to expand what can be digitized and how AI can be utilized in order to save contractor’s time and simplify the process.

Offset Left Snips

Tools/Test Instruments: Getting Connected

Safer, more digital, smart tools with Bluetooth connectivity that are ready for A2L refrigerant regulations among top trends at this year’s AHR Expo

Hannah belloli

March 10, 2023

Contractors are seeking tools that are equipped to handle A2L refrigerants, offer Bluetooth and wireless compatibility, operate efficiently, save the user time, and are safe to utilize.

Condair DL Series Dehumidifier

Humidification and Dehumidification Bring Wellness and Comfort

Manufacturers focus on making air comfortable in the aftermath of the pandemic

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March 11, 2023

Comfortable, clean air. That’s what end users on both the residential and commercial sides are looking for in the aftermath of the pandemic.

Addison FrostShield

Filters, DOAS, and Portable Units Contribute to Commercial IAQ

New technology, developments help make air cleaner for occupants

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March 15, 2023

Whether it is through the use of high-level filtration, UV lights, or other technology, manufacturers have been using the increased awareness of IAQ to their advantage, designing products to meet these new demands.

Johns Manville Booth at AHR Expo 2023

Gear Up! Having the Right Equipment Can Make the Difference in HVACR Installations

HVACR isn’t all about compressors and condensers, heat pumps, and higher-efficiency furnaces

Matt jachman

March 12, 2023

Here’s a sampling of what the staff of The ACHR NEWS found at the exhibits of several companies whose products support and supply the men and women who design, build, and install heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems.

Danfoss at AHR Expo 2023

Compressors Help Energy Users Achieve Their Sustainability Goals

Decarbonization, low-GWP refrigerants, and energy efficiency were highlighted on the show floor

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Joanna R. Turpin

March 9, 2023

End users are looking for more from their systems than just reliable cooling; they also want sustainable equipment that features better energy efficiency and low-GWP solutions. Several compressor manufacturers have happily obliged.

Rivacold BEST Monoblock

Refrigeration Solutions Featured at AHR Expo

New equipment and components were on display at this annual HVACR event

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Joanna R. Turpin

March 18, 2023

At the AHR Expo, refrigeration manufacturers displayed their latest equipment and components that are geared toward the commercial refrigeration market.

Steve Smith - Enertech Global LLC

Energy Savings, New Technology, Incentives: The Market for Geothermal is Heating Up

With renewed incentives, geothermal heating and cooling systems are now poised to meet the moment

Matt jachman

March 8, 2023

Though geothermal systems can cost several times more than traditional HVAC units, the energy savings may be substantial.

ChatGPT Could Be the ‘Write’ Choice for HVACR Contractors

The free AI language model can help improve customer service, as well as train technicians

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Joanna R. Turpin

January 31, 2023

AI is a rapidly evolving field that has the potential to revolutionize many industries, including business, healthcare, education — and HVACR.

Combustion Gas Characteristics

Five Combustion Gas Characteristics You May Recognize

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David Richardson

January 10, 2023

It’s our job to control different combustion gases to prevent them from causing harm. Likewise, we also must focus on recognizing and improving the parts of our personality that may make us toxic to others.

The ACHR NEWS Podcast

The NEWSMakers Podcast: 14-Year-Old Plumber Turned HVAC Business Owner

Hannah belloli

February 23, 2023

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, The NEWS’ business management editor Hannah Belloli is joined by Ray Landry, owner and president of Landry Mechanical in Millbury Massachusetts.

February 27, 2023 - NEWSRoom

February 27, 2023 NEWSRoom: Surplus Equipment, NY Decarbonization Plan, Slowing Sales, HVAC Opportunities

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February 27, 2023

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

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for December 2022

February 15, 2023

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

Ben Poole

HVAC Tactical Works to Change Industry Mindset

Founder of HVAC swag brand uses social media to empower “the guys (and gals) in the trenches”

March 2, 2023

As HVAC Tactical gained traction across social media, Founder Ben Poole realized that the brand had potential to do what he really wanted: create a community that could change the prevailing mindset within the HVAC trade.

Taco’s AHR Press Conference Honors John Hazen White III

Hydronics giant presents his family with 2023 Dan Holohan Award

February 7, 2023

Taco Comfort Solutions presented the Dan Holohan Lifetime Contribution to Comfort Award to John Hazen White III’s wife to honor him after his sudden passing in November 2022.

AHR Hosts Innovation Awards, Announces Product of the Year

Cielo’s Breez Max smart thermostat wins Product of the Year

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February 7, 2023

At the AHR Expo's Innovation Award winners ceremony, 10 manufacturers were given awards for their innovative products, a donation was gifted to The Atlanta College and Career Academy, and the Product of the Year was announced.

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