In 2004, Rob Falke, the late president and co-founder of National Comfort Institute (NCI), began the journey to add HVAC system performance testing and verification to NCI’s offerings. He knew our industry needed a better way to help people understand the difference between the HVAC equipment and the HVAC system. He called his approach a…
MILWAUKEE — The A. O. Smith Corp. board of directors announced that Kevin Wheeler will transition from chairman and CEO to executive chairman, effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025. At that time, Stephen Shafer will be appointed to the board and will assume the role of president and CEO. As executive chairman, Wheeler will continue to lead the…
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✕ Homeowners aren’t exactly racing to buy HVAC accessories online— at least, that’s a takeaway from a recent survey by The ACHR NEWS and myCLEARopinion Insights Hub. While interest has grown slightly since 2023, only 10% of homeowners called online accessory sales “extremely important,” and 37% said it’s “not very important.” Still, contractors are leaning…
When it comes to keeping your home comfortable, choosing the right cooling system is a big decision. Two of the most common options are traditional air conditioners and heat pumps. While they can look similar on the outside, these systems operate differently and offer unique benefits. So how do you decide which is right for…
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If your air conditioner or heat pump isn’t keeping your home as cool or comfortable as it should be, the compressor could be to blame. The compressor is often called the “heart” of your cooling system—it pumps refrigerant through the system so that heat can be transferred out of your home. When it starts to…
PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga. — ASHRAE has unveiled what it calls a robust and future-focused technical program for its 2025 Annual Conference, scheduled for Saturday, June 21, through Wednesday, June 25, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown and the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. This year’s conference will offer professionals at all levels an opportunity to engage…
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As the seasons shift and outdoor temperatures begin to warm, your heating system will finally get a well-earned break after months of hard work. But before you shut it off and forget about it until fall, it’s wise to assess how well it performed during the colder months. If your furnace, boiler, or heat pump…
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The ever-changing tariffs require HVAC manufacturers to plan for the unexpected. How will these tariffs affect HVAC pricing, supply chain, and demand? The ACHR NEWS sat down with Tower Tech CEO Mathu Solo to find some answers. ACHR NEWS: To start off, talk a little bit about Tower Tech and explain who you are. …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Code Council, a source of model codes, standards, and building safety solutions, and United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada (UA) signed an agreement that underscores both organizations’ commitment to the trades workers in the plumbing and mechanical fuel…
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HVACR distributors across the U.S. are grappling with a growing shortage of R-454B in cylinders, even as new equipment — already pre-charged with the refrigerant — remains readily available. What started as a smooth transition from R-410A to the new A2L refrigerant has evolved into a complex logistical challenge, marked by a cascade of supply…
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