Residential Controls

How HVAC Contractors Can Zone In on Zoning Systems

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400

For more HVAC contractors to sell zoning systems, they have to understand the benefits, challenges, know how to approach customers to even be able to sell it, and then comes the install.

Selling Smart HVAC on Comfort and Efficiency

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Smart HVAC systems optimize energy usage without sacrificing comfort by using data analytics and machine learning to regulate the indoor environment.

Predictive Heat Pump Thermostat Could Reduce Energy Bills

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Purdue University researchers have designed a predictive thermostat for heat pumps that has been shown to significantly reduce electricity use.

HVAC Contractors Should Look to Controllers for More Profitability

Fri, 24 May 2024 07:00:00 -0400

When it comes to increasing productivity and efficiency, “smart” controls are a great tool, but HVAC contractors also have to be smart about how they use them.

The Evolution of (Smart) Thermostat Capabilities

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Thermostats have come a long way since the first thermostat hit the market. So, it makes sense that consumers demand more from the technology’s capabilities than ever before.

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.

Smarter HVAC Products

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0400

Smart HVAC products today need simplicity, seamless integration, while also achieving a reduction in energy usage.

Smart HVAC Products Work Smarter, Not Harder

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500

At the AHR Expo, manufacturers talked about what’s fueling their design of smart products and ensuring they are simpler, more integrated, and save energy and time.

Copeland, Woosh Air Team Up to Improve Home IAQ

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0500

When the Woosh air quality monitor and smart air filter are paired with a Sensi smart thermostat, users can transform an HVAC system into an air purifier for the entire home.

Resideo Teaming Up With Home Insurer Nationwide

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400

The Resideo-Nationwide partnership will allow U.S. homeowners to leverage technology-enabled prevention capabilities to help avert unexpected damage to their homes, along with the associated expenses, said a statement from the companies.

Copeland Earns Energy Star Canada Award

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 18:00:00 -0400

The honor complements the Energy Star Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence award, which was announced earlier this year in the U.S.

The Go-to Thermostats From Contractors

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Since HVAC contractors are usually the ones installing the systems, not to mention performing maintenance, when necessary, their opinions on comfort controls are not to be taken lightly

Contractors Select Their Top HVAC Controls

woerpelh@bnpmedia.com (Herb Woerpel) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

When considering the multitude of HVAC thermostat options available on the market, who better to decipher the best from the rest than those responsible for their installation and operation?

Name Has Changed, But ASHB’s Mission Remains

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0400

CABA was founded in 1988. As ASHB, its mission — to empower connectivity among people, spaces, and technology to deliver a more livable, sustainable, and efficient connected world — remains unchanged.

2023 Dealer Design Awards: Residential Controls

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 11:00:45 -0400

The Gold in the Residential Controls category goes to a furnace control which allows contractors to carry fewer parts while making more replacements.

CGNA Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Controls Group North America (CGNA) — a member-owned organization of wholesale distributors and vendor partners representing various industries, including HVAC, controls, building automation, refrigeration, combustion/burner boiler, industrial, and equipment — celebrated its 40th anniversary via a conference in Huntington Beach, California.

The Blind Spot of Modern Smart Thermostats

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Motivated both by rising energy costs and sustainability concerns related to climate change, consumers have grown more desirous of energy-efficient living.

DiversiTech Corp. to Acquire Pro1 Thermostats

Thu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The merger between DiversiTech and Pro1 Thermostats is designed to boost availability of thermostats to HVACR distributors.

Thermostat Recycling Launches Banish Mercury Off the Planet Contest

Tue, 23 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The organization recognizes wholesalers that are the ‘champs’ at collecting mercury-containing thermostats.

Lennox Recognized for Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Lennox received a 2023 Green Builder Sustainable Product of the Year recognition.

ecobee Thermostats Are Now Able to Integrate with Generac Home Standby Generators

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Through the new integration, ecobee thermostat owners who also own Generac home standby generators can easily see the status of the generator and remedy potential issues.

Enter Your HVAC Innovation in the 2023 Dealer Design Awards Contest

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The final deadline for product submissions is 5 p.m. EST on April 6.

Today’s Residential HVAC Controls Are Smarter Than Ever

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Programmable thermostats that can be accessed through an internet device are old hat. Here are just a few of the residential HVAC controls products featured at the Georgia World Congress Center, the host venue for this year’s Expo.

Smart Thermostats Help HVAC Contractors Get Ahead

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Smart thermostats offer preventive maintenance options and rebates for customers, but contractors should be sure to get educated — and educate homeowners — on utility rebates like demand-response programs.

HVAC Contractors Get Into the Zone

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Contractors and HVAC technicians can create a wealth of opportunities by adding residential HVAC zoning to their list of services.

Growth Seen in Smart Thermostat Market

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Internet-connected thermostats are gaining wider acceptance in the marketplace. About 30% of residential thermostats in the U.S. and Canada are connected thermostats.

2022 Dealer Design Awards: HVAC Residential Controls

hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli) — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 10:58:45 -0400

The Residential Controls category winners include a smart thermostat, a combination light and thermostat system, and a transceiver system.

Learning More About Internet of Things Solutions

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0400

Internet of things enabled HVAC equipment can make installation and service easier and more accurate for contractors and technicians.

Internet of Things Diagnostics Can Simplify Service Calls

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Internet of Things diagnostics technology can ensure the installation was done correctly, as well as notify technicians of potential service problems, which can keep HVAC equipment operating smoothly and efficiently.

Industry Expects Matter Standard to Spur Smart Home Acceptance

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400

An alliance of technology companies, including smart thermostat manufacturers, has developed Matter, a standard for smart home devices.