Manufacturer Reports

HVACR Press Fittings Provide Ideal Solution for Data Centers

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:47:28 -0400

Data centers produce enormous amounts of heat and require intricate cooling systems to keep servers from overheating and running in good condition. For data centers located in regions such as South Florida that consistently experience high temperatures, efficient and well-functioning cooling systems are crucial.

Report: Commercial Contractor Confidence Nearly Doubled Since 2023

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Just 3% of commercial contractors were pessimistic about the upcoming year in 2024, compared to 22% in 2023.

Elevating HVAC Excellence: A Proactive Approach to Customer Relationships

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The foundation of success for HVAC pros lies in establishing client relationships, recognizing that being the initial point of contact during times of need is paramount.

Terravis Energy Testing New Heat Pump Prototype

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Terravis executes detailed tests that monitor the heat pump's performance across 12 ambient temperature points, from 14°F to -31°F.

Survey Finds Majority of Homeowners Open to Heat Pumps

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:45:00 -0500

The survey explored homeowners’ attitudes toward the Inflation Reduction Act and home upgrades, specifically heat pumps, that increase sustainability.

Allied Air Announces Price Increases

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Allied Air Enterprises is planning to raise prices on residential products by as much as 10% and on commercial products by as much as 12%.

LG Air Conditioning Names VP of Operations

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Darren Gibula is familiar with LG, the company said, having spent nearly six years with the company in the Air Conditioning Technologies division in operations and customer experience roles.

Lennox to Increase Prices on Residential Equipment

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Lennox Industries plans to increase prices on residential equipment and accessories by up to 10% beginning Monday, Feb. 5.

WaterFurnace to Hike Prices of Commercial Equipment

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:05:00 -0500

The move is a reaction to rising refrigerant and overall logistical costs, and the increases will take effect Jan. 1, 2024, a press release from WaterFurnace said.

Johnson Controls Touts Renovation of Headquarters

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:35:00 -0500

“This campus has been designed to create a culture of collaboration and sustainability with our OpenBlue digital platform at the core of its design,” said Vijay Sankaran, chief technology officer at Johnson Controls.

RBI Expands its Torus Line of Products

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

The full Torus line is now available in sizes ranging from 3,000 Btuh to 4 million Btuh, making the units ideal for a wide array of applications.

Bradford White Reaches Out to Help the Hungry

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

The donation from Bradford White will help Mel Trotter Ministries meet the needs of struggling families and individuals in the Grand Rapids, Michigan, area through its annual Thanksgiving Day meal and turkey distribution.

RenewAire Wins Brilliance Award for its ERVs

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

The innovations of the hard-wired EV Premium Series align with the Brilliance Awards’ theme of automation technology.

Heating Up: Condensing Boilers Poised to Become Top Heating Option Among Consumers

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Condensing boilers save space and time on installation, as installing a condensing boiler is a pretty seamless process for a few reasons.

$169 Million in Grants to Boost Heat Pump Manufacturing

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 14:10:18 -0500

The selected projects, which have not been finalized, would be the first awards coming out of DOE’s use of the Defense Production Act (DPA) to increase domestic production of five clean energy technologies, including electric heat pumps.

Trane to Adjust Prices on Residential HVAC Equipment

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

The residential division at Trane Technologies announced that some prices will go up by as much as 5% while others will decrease or remain unchanged. The adjustments take effect in January.

Navien Starts Shipping New NPF Hydro-furnace

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:20:00 -0500

The NPF Hydro-furnace, Navien Inc.'s first HVAC product, claims an annual fuel utilization efficiency of 97% and can be outfitted to burn either natural gas or liquid propane.

Field Controls, Tadiran Team Up to Distribute IAQ Product

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Field Controls will become the primary U.S. distributor of the Tadiran Airow 3, a hydrogen peroxide air cleaner designed to enhance IAQ in residential and commercial spaces.

DiversiTech Acquires 3 Italian Companies

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

DiversiTech's acquisition of Niccons, GIA, and Vorpa, all based in Italy, will significantly enhance the product range and service and manufacturing capabilities of DiversiTech Europe, a press release from the company said.

Turbocor Marks 10 Years as a Danfoss Company

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:00:23 -0500

More than 130,000 Danfoss Turbocor compressors have been installed around the world.

Nibco Announces Executive Appointments

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

The appointments are effective immediately and reflect the company’s commitment to its long-term growth strategy, a press release from Nibco said.

Copeland Now Builds CO2 compressors at 2 U.S. Plants

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 12:40:00 -0500

The change comes as the industry anticipates accelerated adoption of CO₂refrigeration technology being driven by food retail businesses pledging sustainability targets and needing to comply with environmental regulations.

LG, University of Alaska Team Up on Heat Pump Research

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

The partnership is intended to facilitate collaboration among LG innovators, university researchers, local industry, and government agencies to help drive market transformation through research on heat pump technology and electrification.

HVAC Industry Veteran Named to ECM Management Team

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Mark Atherstone will oversee the commercial and residential distribution of ThermaClear, the company’s anti-thermal degradation technology.

Bradford White Donation to Boost Explore The Trades

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Bradford White is donating $8,000 to Explore The Trades to support the creation of 1,000 poster kits that will showcase careers in the trades and will be distributed to educators and counselors across North America.

Johnson Controls Offers New Training Programs, Resources

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Ducted Systems Academy programs feature a combination of hands-on experiences, virtual resources, on-demand courses, and in-person courses at the state-of-the art academy in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Goodway Promotes Tim Robb to New Executive Position

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

New Carrier Furnaces Have NFC Capability

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Near-Field Communication functionality has been incorporated into the existing Carrier Service Tech App for dealers and technicians.

Superior to Build Hydrogen-Fueled, Zero-Emissions Boilers

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:00:08 -0400

The DCC boiler eliminates greenhouse gas emissions, providing a clean and eco-friendly source of steam for various industries and applications, Jericho Energy Ventures said.

Mojave to Manufacture Air Conditioning in South Carolina

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Mojave’s patented ArctiDry technology uses a highly concentrated salt solution to passively pull water from air.