Marijuana Market

HVAC Price Increase List: February 2026

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

The groundhog saw his shadow, and that means at least six more weeks of increasing prices on HVAC equipment.

Marijuana’s Legal Landscape

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Attorney Tray Batcher offers ACCA members an overview of how to address marijuana use, which is now legal in many states, by their employees.

Precise Grow Environments From Precise HVAC Tech

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Smarter HVAC equipment in indoor agriculture benefits both the technician and the grower, and the most-precise is yet to come.

Marijuana and Workplace Law in 2023

ralaniz@alaniz-law.com (Richard D. Alaniz) — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

The marijuana industry is booming across the country. While marijuana use is still viewed negatively by many, this is rapidly changing.

Balancing Marijuana Usage Policies in the Workplace

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Since current testing for marijuana can’t indicate whether or not an employee is currently impaired, it’s important HVAC supervisors are trained on how to recognize impairment and drug policies state what to do if an employee is impaired during work.

Marijuana Market Creates Opportunities for HVAC Contractors

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

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.

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

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0400

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.

Grow Rooms Leave No Room for Hazy HVAC

robertbeverly@achrnews.com (Robert Beverly) — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Cannabis grow facilities offer HVAC requirements and pitfalls unlike just about any other application.

Chillers Provide Ideal Conditions For Cannabis

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

For grow facility applications, chilled water systems make a lot of sense, as they can provide an optimal growing environment.

Project Files: Episode 41 — High Mountain Cannabis Fabric Ductwork

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 01:00:00 -0400

Cannabis operations can take years to perfect their HVAC. But for Brandon Schmitzer of High Mountain LLC in Vassar, Michigan, the HVAC side was a cinch.

Proper HVAC Setup Lowers Energy Costs for Marijuana Producers

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400

The legal cannabis market continues to represent the dot-com era. Plenty of opportunity remains.

HVAC Manufacturers Develop Creative Solutions for Air Movement, Indoor Air Quality

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Diverse examples show the importance of air movement and the creative ways in which contractors and manufacturers have dealt with it successfully.

Dehumidification Plays a Crucial Role in Cannabis Crop Production

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Grow rooms are a prominent example of the potential and the challenges of indoor agriculture.

What Every Cannabis Grower and Investor Needs to Know About Polypropylene Pipe

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Polypropylene pipe has become increasingly popular, ranging from uses in radiant heating of sports fields to applications in breweries.

Changing Laws Complicate Drug Testing of Employees

Wed, 20 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400

As more states legalize marijuana in one form or another, testing becomes more complicated.

Air Purification Technology Brings Cleaner Air to Grow Facilities

GordonWhite@achrnews.com (Gordon White) — Tue, 19 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Willy Gardiner, founder of The Garden grow company, knows about the importance of air quality in high-yield and high-grade cannabis cultivation.

Agriculture and Livestock Climate Control Products

Fri, 15 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400

When contractors start to work with grow facilities, there are multiple considerations for successful product installs.

Infographic: The Anatomy of a Grow Facility

GordonWhite@achrnews.com (Gordon White) — Mon, 11 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Regardless of what the facility grows, contractors must be aware of a number of interweaving needs.

Protecting Profits in Cannabis Facility HVAC Projects

robertbeverly@achrnews.com (Robert Beverly) — Thu, 07 May 2020 11:00:00 -0400

A solid understanding of the cannabis-specific design requirements for any project can avoid inadvertent violations and their consequences.

Reducing Cannabis Odors is a Growing Concern

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400

As cannabis farms crop up, often encroaching on existing communities, and property owners are starting to complain about their distinct smell.

As Legal Cannabis Grows In More States, HVAC Contractors See Opportunities

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:00:00 -0400

The cannabis industry is growing quickly as more states legalize marijuana. And the industry has a high demand for HVAC services.

Serving Cannabis Industry Offers Technical, Business Challenges

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 05:29:00 -0500

The cannabis industry shows potential for massive growth, and HVAC contractors working in the field see plenty of demand for quality systems.

High Times for HVAC in Grow Facilities

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:05:00 -0400

Indoor farming encompasses more than just cannabis and includes all kinds of agricultural products, including produce and livestock.

Growing Into the Indoor Grow Market

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:04:00 -0400

Getting involved in the indoor grow market is not as simple as a clever marketing campaign.

What It’s Really Like To Be An HVAC Guy In The Marijuana Market

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:03:00 -0400

The NEWS spoke with Kean, who hails from Lake Forest, California, about what it’s like to work in the burgeoning marijuana industry.

Growing Concerns: Cultivating Marijuana-Friendly HVAC

robertbeverly@achrnews.com (Robert Beverly) — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:02:00 -0400

The "Cannabis Grow Facilities: Challenges for HVAC Design & Operation" session at AHSRAE's winter conference was well-attended.

Farmers Grow a New Stream of Revenue Through Vertical Farming

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:01:00 -0400

According to a recent report, the vertical farming market is estimated to be valued at $5.8 billion by 2022.

Cultivation Facilities: UV-C’s Role in Protecting Crops and System Efficiency

dan.jones@uvresources.com (Daniel Jones) — Mon, 06 Aug 2018 07:29:00 -0400

As the industry shifts from small, unregulated cultivation rooms to larger commercial-scale operations subject to oversight, cannabis production is becoming more sophisticated. Part of this transition involves protecting crops from damaging airborne microorganisms that might proliferate in room air and cause the plants to develop mold and powdery mildew. Not only can such microbes ruin the crop, but they can force the entire facility to shut down due to health violations.

Survey Says: Do you have a problem working on marijuana grow facilities?

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 07:00:00 -0400

Readers answer the question: Do you have a problem working on marijuana grow facilities?

Going All in: Opening Up the Old HVACR Mailbag ...

Mon, 09 Jul 2018 07:30:00 -0400

Full disclosure: I was struggling with what to write about in this column. So I decided to let the readers decide. Time to open up the old HVAC mailbag and address questions or comments from our loyal readers.