Category: HVAC

Achieving high-performance HVAC systems is, in my view, an “art” (i.e., the human skill of creativity, imagination, and practicality) that begins with a high-performance design initiative. Putting aside the energy-efficient aspects of system design, here are a practitioner’s steps that address value engineering and serviceability, providing system efficiency throughout the useful service life of the…

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This week, House Republicans unveiled their much-anticipated tax package, and the news was not great for HVAC tax credits.  The 389-page bill included the repeal of two major HVAC tax credits that address residential energy efficiency improvements. This includes the Section 25C tax credit for HVAC systems, also known as the Energy Efficient Home Improvement…

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As energy regulations and indoor air quality standards continue to tighten across the U.S., HVAC manufacturers are adapting with new technologies. Anshuman Bhargava, Head of New Business and General Manager at AIIR, recently shared how his company is approaching these industry shifts. Bhargava notes that regulations from the DOE and EPA, alongside stricter codes in…

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Spring is the perfect time to evaluate the condition of your air conditioner—before the summer heat puts it to the test. If your current system struggled last year or is showing signs of age, you might be wondering if it’s time to upgrade. Replacing your AC is a significant investment, but waiting too long can…

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Commercial contractors are seeing increased interest in geothermal HVAC — and the latest data backs this up. A new survey by The ACHR NEWS, in partnership with myCLEARopinion Insights Hub, found that 25% of facility managers have already implemented geothermal systems in their buildings, while over half reported familiarity with the technology. “The misconception that…

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Have you ever considered the impact that relationships and connections can have on shaping a successful career?  As someone who has become very involved in several industry and community organizations, I can testify to the power of building strong professional networks. At 51, while I don’t consider myself old, I would say I have a…

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Shipments of residential water heaters, warm-air furnaces, and air-source heat pumps climbed in March, over March of 2024, while shipments of central a/c units fell, the latest AHRI figures show. The context: HVAC industry in March was grappling with talk from the Trump administration of tariffs on imported products, including a 25% tariff imposed on…

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Room Temperature and Sleep: Creating the Ideal Environment for a Good Night’s Rest At Air-Tro, we believe that the key to a healthy – and happy – life is a great night’s sleep, and as Monrovia’s most trusted AC experts, we have seen how room temperature and quality of sleep are connected time and time…

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ST. LOUIS — Copeland is expanding its partnership with Mysa Smart Thermostats in the U.S. after successfully adding Mysa products to its portfolio in the Canadian market. The partnership will complement Copeland’s Sensi portfolio of smart thermostats. While Copeland’s Sensi smart thermostats offer solutions for conventional HVAC and heat pump systems, Mysa thermostats enable homeowners in…

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We hear you and your frustrations regarding the shortage of refrigerants needed for installing the latest equipment required by the AIM Act. When President Trump signed the AIM Act in 2020, the idea was for industry to collaborate with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop rules that would facilitate a smooth transition to the…

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