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Startup With New Technology Raises $10 Million

Mon, 04 May 2026 11:10:00 -0400

Barocal will initially target fast-growing applications, including data center cooling and commercial refrigeration, tapping into a global HVAC market estimated at $450 billion.

Trane Technologies Unveils the World’s Largest HVAC Training Center

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:24:37 -0400

With capacity for up to 4,500 students per year and over 100,000 annual training hours, the ATTC provides immersive, hands‑on experiences that equip technicians with the necessary skills to commission, maintain, repair, and optimize increasingly complex climate control systems.

F.W. Webb Expands to Somerdale, New Jersey With New Wholesale Store

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:07:58 -0400

Located at 900 Kennedy Boulevard, the 44,000-square-foot facility will serve plumbing, heating, HVACR, and other professionals seeking a convenient source for systems, tools, equipment, parts, and accessories.

BlackRock Launches $100M Skilled Trades Initiative

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:27:54 -0400

In the first phase, BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative will deploy $100 million in grant capital to nonprofit and workforce development partners across multiple states over the next five years, reaching 50,000 workers.

Home Depot Subsidiary to Acquire Mingledorff's

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0400

The move is part of The Home Depot’s plans for expanding its offerings for professional trades customers.

Enertech Global Announces Tim Wright as CEO

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:11:07 -0400

Wright has spent much of his career alongside the team he now leads. He harbors a deep knowledge of Enertech and a strong appreciation for its potential.

David Kellough, Who Helped Found HARDI, Dies at 82

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400

David Kellough was instrumental in bringing together the Northamerican Heating and Airconditioning Wholesalers Association and Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Wholesalers to form Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International.

Annual Conference Marks Transition for ACCA Board Leadership

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Kurt Hudson of LC Anderson, Inc. has stepped into the role of chair from senior vice chair. Hudson takes over for 2025–2026 Chair Eddie McFarlane of Sila Services, LLC.

House Vote Puts Heat Pump Rebates in Jeopardy

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:30:00 -0500

One measure approved by the House would revise the rules for setting energy efficiency standards for appliances, and the other would repeal the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program, which provides low- and moderate-income homeowners with rebates for installing heat pumps and other qualifying electrical equipment.

Taco Presents Dan Holohan Comfort Award at 2026 AHR Expo

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:45:00 -0500

From Asia to North America, Kang Ho Lee’s impact on fluid technology and hydronic education earned him Taco’s prestigious Dan Holohan Award at AHR 2026.

Trane Technologies to Acquire LiquidStack

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:14:18 -0500

The transaction is expected to close in early 2026, subject to closing conditions. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Women in HVACR Unveils New Leadership for 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:40:43 -0500

Together, the executive board and board of directors guide WHVACR's strategic direction, oversee financial stewardship and ensure strong governance in support of the organization's mission.

Copeland Launches KF Variable-Speed Scroll Compressor with Variable Frequency Drive Platform

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:38:27 -0500

The KF is Copeland’s variable-speed scroll compressor for the 1.5- to 5-ton North American residential market, designed for comfort — especially in cold climates.

A.O. Smith Buys Valve Manufacturer for $470 Million

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500

The 115-year-old Leonard Valve designs and manufactures water temperature control valves, digital and thermostatic mixing systems, and related monitoring devices that are used in hospitals, schools, universities, industrial facilities, and other institutional and commercial settings.

Refrigerant Firm Hudson Acquires Longtime Partner

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Refrigerants Inc., a longtime Hudson Technologies Inc. partner, was acquired by Hudson for $2.5 million.

Carrier Advances Rooftop Heat Pump Technology with Commercial Field Trials

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 18:50:13 -0500

Carrier’s new 10-14-ton rooftop heat pump unit has been installed at a large national retailer in upstate New York as part of ongoing field trials.

ServiceTitan's 2025 AI in the Skilled Trades Report

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:20:22 -0500

The report surveyed over 1,000 contractors across multiple residential and commercial verticals and found that trades businesses are moving fast to adopt AI, and shaping how the next generation of field service companies operate.

Canadian Firm Acquires HVAC Manufacturer

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:30:00 -0500

“We welcome the Whalen team as they join VAST and appreciate the opportunity to work with them to continue the great tradition of The Whalen Company as a manufacturer of superior products and flexible designs for the high-rise HVAC market in North America,” said Mark Heisz, CEO of VAST.

A Skeptical EPA Weighs the Future of Energy Star

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500

The arrival of the second Trump administration in Washington, D.C., this year brought talk of canceling the Energy Star program, though the HVAC industry and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have expressed support for it.

Danfoss Inaugurates Expansion of Monterrey, Mexico Factory

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0500

The new production area will add about 300 new full-time positions, strengthening Danfoss’ commitment to Mexico as a key manufacturing hub.

ESCO Institute Hits the Road With Mobile Recording Studio

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500

The ESCO Institute is taking Did You Know? HVACR Show has launched a fully equipped mobile recording studio — to bring authentic industry conversations directly to training centers, manufacturers, and live events across the country.

RectorSeal Acquires MARS Parts

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:30:00 -0500

RectorSeal closes its acquisition of MARS Parts, adding motors, capacitors, relays, and contactors to its HVAC lineup.

SkillCat and NATE Partner to Make Certification More Accessible

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:49:18 -0500

Through this collaboration, the NATE Ready-to-Work (RTW) certificate is now available directly inside SkillCat’s mobile app — empowering anyone, anywhere to study, prepare, and get certified entirely from their phone.

Airedale by Modine Unveils Skid-Based CDU

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:05:01 -0400

Engineered for longevity and performance, each unit features components including stainless steel pipework, 25-micron filtration, and active harmonic filtration, delivering a sustainable liquid cooling solution with an expected lifecycle that could exceed 15 years.

Nidec Expands in Mena, Arkansas, with $19 Million Investment

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:30:50 -0400

The company is planning a 61,000-square-foot expansion to support growth over the coming five years.

Rheem Launches Residential Packaged Dual Fuel System

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 11:47:47 -0400

The RDFXYC unit is available in 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-ton models in both single- and three-phase configurations.

Resideo: New Dehumidifer Represents 'Next Wave'

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:20:00 -0400

“Our new Whole Home Dehumidifier was re-designed from the ground up to deliver the ultimate in performance, efficiency, and quality," said Pat Tessier, vice president of product development for Honeywell Home and First Alert at Resideo.

Carrier Launches TechAdvantage Ignite

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:57:42 -0400

TechVantage Ignite combines classroom training and self-paced online learning with mentorship and on-the-job training.

BNP Media Unveils IgniteDemand: A Data-Driven Platform Redefining B2B Demand Generation

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:49:04 -0400

IgniteDemand moves beyond traditional lead-gen programs that delay delivery or lack actionable insight.

Trane Upgrading Chiller Plant at University of Louisville

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:10:00 -0400

This upgrade will replace major plant components, including chillers, cooling towers, primary pumps, and the energy-management system, with high-efficiency technology and artificial intelligence-ready automation.