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Building owners will think of hiring the design engineer to complete any one of the tasks addressed herein, but often overlook the thought of how an HVAC contractor could join the task team. 

The Trump administration is reconsidering regulations that were priorities under the previous administration, leading to uncertainty in the HVACR industry. Contractors should stay informed, as these changes may impact their business. 

How a father-son duo built an Illinois sheet metal equipment company into a manufacturing success story that spans 40 years and two generations.

Thermo Pride and Norwood Manufacturing are being acquired by R.W. Beckett Corp. of North Ridgeville, Ohio, in exchange for $27.6 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments.

Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, replaces its aging cooling towers — overhauling its entire mechanical system with advanced, low-maintenance technology.

A2L refrigerants are replacing R-410A, offering low-GWP benefits with mild flammability risks. By following safety standards and using proper leak detection, the transition can be safe and seamless.  

Southern Ice will operate under its existing name and under the direction of its current leadership team to provide continuity to customers, employees, and OEM partners, a press release from Watsco said.

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler has made sheet metal worker Abrego Garcia's case a centerpiece of recent May Day rallies.

The bar grilles are crafted from Invi Air’s diffuser material, engineered to minimize condensation, static, and dust buildup.

As President Trump promises to roll back or reconsider a number of environmental and efficiency regulations, states may implement their own stricter standards. 

For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week.

The average taxpayer now has an extra $3,000 on hand - here's how HVAC contractors can capitalize. 

Austin now requires all homes to have A/C to keep indoor temps below 85°F, citing heat safety concerns.

The new facility will launch during B&J’s 50th anniversary and will give the company the opportunity to consolidate operations, open a dedicated technician training center, and store an in-house inventory to beat regional supply chain slowdowns.

The regulatory landscape for HVACR is shifting fast. Insights from the recent IIAR conference reveal how Washington’s evolving agenda is impacting the industry. 

Over the past year Quilt has invested in understanding installation challenges, resulting in the creation of a top-tier support program tailored to address unique industry and field needs. 

While the majority of the company's products are made in the U.S., some are imported and will be subject to tariffs, a statement emailed to Everkem customers said.

With energy costs rising with SEER2, variable-speed tech is poised to take more of the market share 

The tariff working group will publish guidance documents, conduct webinars, and meet with U.S. Department of Commerce officials as needed to confront the challenges as they arise while the administration’s trade policy changes are implemented.

Aspen manufactures products under the Aspen, Aspen Pro, and AirMark brands and is a contract manufacturer for several leading HVAC OEMs.

Eden is building a sales funnel for the $400 billion U.S. home‑services market that will enable contractors to leverage instant pricing and a wealth of home-specific data, a company press release said.

Adaptable for universal applications, the Combat P-Trap prevents blockages of condensation drain lines due to the buildup of bacteria, slime, rust, scale, sludge, airborne dust, silt and algae, commonly known as “White Slime” or “Zoogloea.”