New advancements in heat pump technology are emerging as part of a broader push towards electrification and decarbonization, and manufacturers are rolling out innovative systems. Source link
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HVAC professionals are concerned about the transition to A2L refrigerants, especially whether they need to replace all their tools. It’s prompting changes in the tools required for HVAC systems, but most existing tools are likely still compatible...
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In an interview, Stan Kolbe, executive director of government and political affairs at SMACNA discussed the economic effects of the U.S. Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum, set to resume on March 12. He highlighted concerns raised by the...
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The New York State Department of Environment Conservation (or NYSDEC) has since paused part of its recent refrigerant regulations. Specifically, the ones that banned the distribution or sale of bulk regulated substances with GWP100 greater than...
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The AIM Act has led to the shortage of refrigerant supply like R-410A, and now the EPA is counting on recovery and reclaim to avoid potential shortages. Previously, EPA reported that only small amounts of HFCs were actually being complained, and...
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There key strategies to addressing smoke from wildfires come at an opportune time. The wildfires that started blazing throughout southern California on January 7 were further ignited through high wind speeds, and a lack of water impeding...
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Back in March of 2024, Michael Hart of San Diego was arrested for smuggling HFCs into the United States from Mexico. He then sold them. The AIM Act prohibits the importation of HFCs without allowances issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection...
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As we prepare to ring in the New Year, and a new president, it’s pertinent to take a look back and reflect on the things that impacted the HVACR industry, politically. For starters, the ongoing transition to lower-GWP refrigerants. Additionally...
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Homeowners want to see their contractors listing prices on their website, according to a survey conducted by The ACHR NEWS in conjunction with myCLEARopinion. But, also according to that survey, a strong number of contractors aren’t doing that...
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Though our president-elect doesn’t take office until January, HVACR groups are already looking forward to what they think is to come: more business-friendly regulation. Senior political analyst at BIPAC, Jim Ellis, told ACCA members during a...
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It was about three years ago when private equity zeroed in on HVAC contracting. Jacques Zureikat of Houlihan Capital called it “the perfect storm.” COVID created uncertainty, which turned the attention of private equity companies to more...
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