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When Hunter's Shop 'n Save grocery store in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, burned to the ground in January 2023, owner Dan Craffey vowed to rebuild. True to his word, on June [...]

In the current economic climate, end users are becoming increasingly cost-conscious, prompting a shift in the way they approach their HVAC systems. Rather than opting to replace their systems, many [...]

For the last several years, the HVACR industry has been laser focused on the AIM Act, which gave the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority to phase down the consumption [...]

IAQ is a critical component of any HVAC system, but the approach to ensuring proper air quality can differ significantly between traditional ducted systems and ductless HVAC units. That's because [...]

In addition to the product grid on page 8, The ACHR NEWS is featuring the industry's latest commercial cooling products in the following photo feature. The manufacturers provided The ACHR [...]

Amid growing concerns regarding the environmental impact of refrigerant emissions, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a significant step in reducing their impact with the enactment of the [...]

Every year, The ACHR NEWS introduces the latest cooling equipment available for the upcoming summer season in order to help contractors distinguish between brands. Like last year, this year's Cooling [...]

The compressor plays a crucial role in the operation and performance of air conditioning or refrigeration systems, because without this vital component, there would be no cooling for products or [...]

Bryan Orr, host of the popular HVAC School podcast, once again moderated a panel discussion at the AHR Expo about the current and future state of affairs in the HVACR [...]

In recent years, the cost of HVAC equipment has increased significantly, driven by factors that include rising raw material prices, supply chain disruptions, higher consumer demand, and labor shortages. Regulatory [...]

It's not every day that a new HVAC company enters the U.S. market. However, thanks to a $33 m illion investment led primarily by environmental venture capital firms, such as [...]

The advent of smart home technology has revolutionized the way homeowners interact with their living spaces. And it will likely continue, as home automation is expanding in just about every [...]

As mandated by the AIM Act, the commercial refrigeration sector is transitioning away from high-GWP refrigerants such as R-404A and R-134a, in favor of low-GWP options like C[O.sub.2] (R-744) and [...]

On October 6, 202.3, EPA released a proposed rule to manage the existing stock of HFC refrigerants and their substitutes. This rulemaking is the third component of the AIM Act, [...]

The HVAC industry is gearing up for some challenges in 2024 that could put a damper on the incredible growth it's experienced over the last few years. Inflation and higher [...]

Just like many other industries, the HVACR sector is up against a number of challenges in 2024 that could put a damper on the amazing growth it has experienced over [...]

Driven by regulatory action, the data center industry is undergoing a significant transition to low-GWP refrigerants. Under the AIM Act, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is mandating that new cooling [...]

The HVAC industry is undergoing another refrigerant transition due to federal legislation known as the AIM Act, which mandates the phasedown of high-GWP refrigerants like R-410A. That means by the [...]

As mandated by the AIM Act, the commercial refrigeration industry is transitioning away from high-GWP refrigerants, such as R-404A and R-134a, to low-GWP alternatives, such as C[O.sub.2] (R-744) and propane [...]

The HVAC industry is in the midst of yet another refrigerant transition, moving away from highGWP options like R-410A in many types of comfort cooling equipment, towards lower-GWP alternatives such [...]

GOLD The Gold award in the HVAC Commercial Equipment category goes to Goodway Technologies' updated RAM-5DC-ID Chiller Tube Cleaner, which now features the Reverse Stop Assembly Speed-Feed Gun. This advanced [...]

As the HVACR industry navigates the transition to low-GWP refrigerants, Copeland has been hard at work, developing advanced technologies that are optimized to work with these eco-friendly alternatives. To learn [...]

Many contractors are accustomed to installing heat pumps in warmer areas, where they've been widely used for a long time. However, with the emergence of cold climate heat pumps, demand [...]

As mildly flammable (A2L) refrigerants begin to enter the marketplace, ensuring the safety of technicians and end users is becoming even more critical. For that reason, manufacturers are equipping their [...]

In addition to the product grid starting on page 8, The ACHR NEWS is featuring the industry's latest commercial cooling products in the following photo feature. The manufacturers provided The [...]

Inverter technology is the unsung hero of the HVAC world. Initially used primarily in high-end and ductless HVAC equipment, it is now being incorporated into a wider range of systems. [...]

AIREASE Model: 4SCU23LX air conditioner Serviceability features: Removeable panels on all four sides with stationary corner posts allow room for easier cleaning and reassembly. Isolated controls compartment with independent inverter [...]

Often called the 'heart' of the system, the compressor plays a crucial role in the operation and performance of an air conditioning or refrigeration system. That's because without a compressor, [...]

Summer is officially over, and while the calendar says it's Fall, it's still pretty hot in a good chunk of the U.S. In fact, this summer was a warm one [...]

Second-quarter earnings for several major HVAC manufacturers were impressive. Compared to last year, Carrier's second-quarter sales increased by 12% to $6.7 billion; Trane's revenues rose by 13% to $5.3 billion; [...]

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently proposed new energy efficiency standards for residential water heaters. The proposed standards would require most standard-sized electric water heaters to use heat pump [...]

As most already know, the AIM Act, which passed in December 2020, will reduce HFC refrigerant production by 85% by 2036. The initial reduction began last year with a 10% [...]

Many homeowners are choosing to replace their gas appliances with electric equipment for reasons ranging from environmental considerations to health and safety concerns to improved comfort. And don't underestimate the [...]

As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular. Thanks to generous tax credits and rebates being offered by utilities, as well as state and federal governments, [...]

While it is not possible to predict whether a recession will occur in 2023, there are some indicators that the economy may be slowing down. For example, according to Dodge [...]

BY JOANNA TURPIN ACHR NEWS STAFF The demand for innovative, energy-efficient, and high-performing HVAC equipment continues to grow, thanks to homeowners who understand the benefits that these premium systems can [...]

Tens of thousands of HVACR contractors and industry professionals gathered at McCormick Place in Chicago in January for the three-day AHR Expo. The annual event gave manufacturers the opportunity to [...]

New regulations are bringing some significant changes to the HVAC industry, while supply chain issues are causing equipment shortages, as well as a steady stream of price hikes from manufacturers. [...]

In addition to the product grid on page 6, The ACHR NEWS spotlights the industry's latest commercial heating products in the following photo feature. The manufacturers provided us with a [...]

Every year, The ACHR NEWS introduces the latest heating equipment that is available for the upcoming winter season. The intent is to help contractors prepare for this busy period by [...]

The current environmental trend right now is electrification, which is part of a broader global strategy to decarbonize economies around the world. In the U.S., the federal government, along with [...]

There is some confusion in the HVAC industry over whether or not R-410A condensing units can continue to be manufactured after December 31, 2024, in order to service existing systems. [...]

GOLD The Gold award in the Refrigeration and Ice Machines category goes to the intelliGen Field Mount (iFM) kit from Heatcraft Refrigeration Products. The iFM kit is a universal, field-mount [...]

GOLD The Gold award in the Commercial Controls category goes to Specified Controls' motorized balancing damper retrofit kit. The kit enables contractors to convert any manual balancing damper into a [...]

There's a lot going on in the HVAC industry next year, and contractors need to prepare for what's coming. For example, as part of the AIM Act, the manufacture of [...]

There are a number of issues facing the HVACR industry, particularly where commercial refrigeration is concerned. These include evolving regulations, a scarcity of technicians, rising material and labor costs, and [...]

In 2022, Congress approved the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which will dish out billions of dollars in tax credits and refunds to Americans choosing to make energy-saving upgrades, such as [...]

As a result of the electrification trend, more homeowners are choosing to replace their gas furnaces with heat pumps. However, this type of retrofit can be complex and expensive, as [...]

Global demand for comfort cooling is growing, which is contributing to increased carbon emissions and putting a strain on electricity grids around the world and in the U.S. In fact, [...]

Last December, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a proposed rulemaking that outlined its strategy to prohibit the use of high-GWP HFCs in new air conditioning and commercial refrigeration systems. [...]