Category: HVAC

BALTIMORE — RMF Engineering will lead a chiller upgrade project at the University at Albany (UAlbany), which is part of the State University of New York system. The project, part of UAlbany’s $30 million decarbonization plan, involves replacing two aging absorption chillers at the central power plant, which was built in the 1960s, with high-efficiency electric centrifugal…

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In the world of industrial cooling, the true cost of a replacement part often isn’t visible on a price tag. Decisions made in the equipment room — what to order, where to source it — can shape how well a system runs for years to come. Third-party components may promise quick fixes or cost savings,…

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In a modest facility just outside Chicago, the future of American manufacturing is taking shape at Madon Sheet Metal. The company’s decision to specialize in welded products, particularly curb adapters and roof accessories, was born of both practical wisdom and market insight. “Welded stuff, we usually get a little bit more lead time with so it’s…

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The Louisville Northeast Regional Library stands out with its bold façade: angled, textured metal panels sweep across glass curtainwall sections, giving the building a dynamic, sculptural edge. This LEED Gold-certified facility is the final piece in a trio of regional libraries designed to put nearly every Derby City resident within five miles of a full-service…

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Employee turnover is not a new phenomenon, but it has become more challenging for companies in recent years due to many global changes. Additionally, with many industries experiencing an increase in retirements, organizations are struggling with the loss of tribal or field knowledge. As a result, many companies are looking for better ways to hire,…

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America’s construction industry is sending mixed signals this spring. On paper, job numbers look solid—the sector added 11,000 jobs in April, and employment is up 143,000 positions year-over-year, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors’ (ABC) analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Nonresidential construction, in particular, remains a bright spot, with specialty trades…

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AC Not Cooling? Take This 60-Second Summer Readiness Test If your AC is not cooling, don’t wait until it breaks down. This 60-second readiness test can help you catch problems early and stay comfortable all summer in North Jersey. Your 60-Second AC Home Readiness Test Answer the following with a simple Yes or No: Do…

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CHICAGO — Madison Industries, one of the world’s largest privately held companies, has acquired Research Products Corp. (RPC), which manufactures residential and commercial IAQ and controls products under several brand, including AprilAire, DriSteem, and EWC Controls. RPC will become a part of Madison Air’s platform of IAQ solutions, a press release from Madison Industries said. Madison…

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I often dream of a world that has no technology. Besides telephones with rotary dials — those are kind of fun, and you do need to be able to reach people in case of an emergency. I’d like there to be movie theatres, too, if that counts as technology. And things like a/c, heat, electricity…

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In the HVAC industry, outstanding leadership transforms ordinary businesses into exceptional ones. As the HVAC Know It All wall of fame continues to grow, I sought out an “HVAC Boss” worthy of recognitiona leader whose approach to business sets the standard for others. After canvassing my Facebook groups for recommendations, I discovered Wade Hamstra, Vice…

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