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When there is an infrastructure need, like a central air equipment failure, why not step back and assess how well was this equipment performing before it failed, asks Howard McKew, P.E. ASHRAE.

Solving frost or ice issues with a walk-in freezer is generally not difficult but will require a thorough inspection to find the root cause of the issue. 

Power generation utilizing hydrogen is in the spotlight for both the mobility and stationary markets; however, the potential heating applications of hydrogen are just as prominent.

The deal marks The Exigent Group's second acquisition in Northwest Ohio, following its partnership with Smith-Boughan Mechanical in July 2024.

Eight manufacturers are putting what they learned during the Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge into new heat pumps, and two companies already have new models on the market. 

While ownership of smart devices — including smart thermostats, TVs, and appliances — are significantly higher than when the study was first commissioned in 2022, homeowners were also more likely to be concerned about data privacy in 2024, the survey showed.

A federal court has struck down President Biden's mandate requiring project labor agreements on large federal construction projects, but some cities continue to embrace PLAs.

The old adage still holds: Fail to plan, plan to fail. Employees should be given a voice in the planning process. 

We must monitor indoor metrics broadly and continuously, writes ES NEWS Columnist Stephanie Taylor, M.D., M. Arch, CIC.

There’s been steady growth in the popularity of heat pumps overall, but their attractiveness varies across different market segments, according to an HVAC executive who follows the trends. 

While this won't replace regular chimney maintenance or eliminate the need for proper venting systems, it's an important step toward making chimneys more sustainable.

As the HVACR industry transitions to low-global warming potential (GWP) and natural refrigerants to support the global energy transition, contractors and wholesalers need modern tools to overcome operational challenges such as using physical manuals, PDFs and product bulletins as well as calls to technical support when installing or repairing systems.

If contractors want to find the marketing agency that’s the best fit for them, they have to know and communicate their goals and expectations, and then find a firm that can help them meet/exceed them.

This unique competition featured ten outstanding ideas from Synergy members, with attendees voting to determine the most impactful and innovative submission.

It doesn’t really matter how important homeowners think these certifications are, because the HVACR industry knows their actual importance. They build confidence, ensure technicians stay up-to-date, and build trust.

The industrial gas safety series will measure across a multitude of gas concentrations and ranges, protecting employees working near hazardous gases in the field.

The American Gas Association shared an open letter with President Trump, his administration and Members of the 119th Congress last week outlining five important steps the industry can collaborate on to unleash America’s full energy potential, drive the economy and jobs of the future and protect our national security.

There are four main reasons that led to the increase of buy-ups in HVAC manufacturing in 2024.

Those with eligible locals will receive email instructions on how to claim their benefit, and a dedicated concierge team is available at (866) 943-5449.

Stablecoins 101: Change could be coming to the way HVAC contractors get paid. See how stablecoins could equal faster transactions, lower fees, and improved cash flow.

Through the expanded partnership, F.W. Webb now offers Rheem’s residential and commercial HVAC solutions, all of which are R-454B-compliant and engineered to meet the latest industry regulations.

Christine’s journey began after contracting COVID-19, which led to the development of a rare condition known as Necrotizing Autoimmune Myelopathy. 

ES NEWS Columnist Miles Ryan writes this article not just for the commissioning providers out there, but for the controls techs and TAB providers who are consistently set up for failure.