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AI Can Help Solve Commercial Refrigeration Challenges
Tech shortages, leaky systems, and rising costs can all be mitigated with AI
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Joanna R. Turpin
Joanna Turpin is a Senior Editor at The ACHR NEWS. She can be contacted at 248-786-1707 or joannaturpin@achrnews.com. Joanna has been with BNP Media since 1991, first heading up the company’s technical book division before moving over to The ACHR NEWS, where she frequently writes about refrigerants and commercial refrigeration. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Washington and worked on her master’s degree in technical communication at Eastern Michigan University.
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Refrigerant Transition Takes a Big Step in 2025
Prepare to say goodbye to the manufacture of R-410A units and hello to California’s HFC ban
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Selling Smart HVAC on Comfort and Efficiency
Intelligent systems can increase customer satisfaction, meaning more referrals for contractors
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EPA Grants One-Year Extension for VRF Systems Using High-GWP HFCs
The proposed rule is designed to mitigate worries about unsold inventory
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HVAC Equipment Prices Expected to Keep Rising
OEMs predict that prices will continue to increase on both A2L and R-410A systems
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Expert Advice on Navigating that First A2L Installation
Contractors need to be prepared to install the new R-32 and R-454B systems
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IRA Funds Start To Trickle Down To States
Questions remain about qualifications for contractor participation
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OEM Unveils Refrigerant Detection Systems
Johnson Controls’ RDS was displayed at recent HVAC Excellence Education Conference
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Sizing Heat Pumps For Colder Climates
Improper installation can lead to costly mistakes and uncomfortable homeowners
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New Company, Quilt, Launches Ductless Heat Pump
Former Google employees form startup with a mission to shake up the HVAC market
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