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Hitachi air365 Max Offers Efficiency and Comfort, Simplifies A2L Compliance

In commercial buildings with zone-based heating and cooling needs, such as hotels, offices and mixed-use properties, VRF systems can provide as much as 30-45% energy savings compar...

1942: From Overlooked to Essential: HVACR’s Full-Circle Moment

In 1942, an editorial in The Electric Refrigeration News warned that leaving refrigeration off the essential list could threaten the war effort. Nearly 80 years later, during COVID...

Rising Demand for AC Repair Technicians: HR Trends in Skilled Trades 2026

Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec 30 Apr 2026|News archiveRising Demand for AC Repair Technicians: HR Trends in Skilled Trades 2026Cooling systems do not fail without warning. They...

Is Your HVAC Ready for Super El Niño?

HVAC systems are heading into their busiest season, placing them under heavy strain and increasing the risk of costly issues.

How to Compare HVAC Training Programs Without Getting Misled

Most trade school brochures look the same. The photos show students in hard hats, the copy promises hands-on training, and the websites list career outcomes […] The post How to Com...

The Booming Industry of HVAC Maintenance

In the world of comfort and climate control, the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) maintenance industry is experiencing unforeseen The post The Booming Industry of...

The Rise of GWIN "Assisted DIY" HVAC: Why Homeowners Are Moving Beyond Traditional DIY Mini Splits

A New Category Emerges: GWIN HVAC Bridges the Gap Between Risky DIY Installs and High-Cost Traditional HVAC Services OLD HICKORY, Tenn., April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For ye...

Going High Tech with HVACR Tools

Battery power, wireless connectivity, and integration with smartphone apps are some of the common features of newer smart tools for HVACR professionals. 

1953: Refrigeration Creates Mass Marketing of Frozen Dinners

HVAC solutions help solve growing populations and prevent food waste 

Coalition for Grid Utilization Increases HVACR Contractor Opportunities

HVAC systems are starting to play a bigger role in the power grid — and thanks to a new partnership, that shift could further be accelerated.

Refrigerant Recovery is a Revenue Opportunity

As HFCs are phased down under the AIM Act, HVAC contractors can use refrigerant recovery and reclamation to manage supply risks, support customers, and create new revenue opportuni...

Digitalisation in the HVAC/R market: where we are, barriers and opportunities (Part 1)

The use of electronic systems for measurement, control and monitoring across all areas of refrigeration - both commercial and industrial - has been a growing trend for years. Most...

Software Rules in HVAC Load Calculations

Load calculations, and using software to do them, are key traits of the contractor of the future, according to a new ACCA report.  

HARDI, PHCC Defend EPA Rules on HFC Allocations

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors–National Association (PHCC) are urging the U.S. Suprem...

Sustainable HVAC Solutions for Multifamily Communities

Advanced technology offers efficient and flexible options for single-family and multifamily heating and air conditioning solutions. Building new rental housing that’s intended to...

Manufacturer Q&A: Bridging the Knowledge Gap in HVAC Training

HVAC manufacturers share how they’re stepping up to ensure new technicians, and the instructors who teach them, are keeping up with modern technology. 

Myths vs. Facts: Residential HVAC Edition

Homeowners are sometimes misled by common myths about heating and cooling equipment, but contractors have techniques for battling misinformation.  

The Engineer's Guide to Heat Pump Maintenance: Boosting Efficiency and Preventing Costly Repairs

The 2026 energy landscape presents a clear reality for homeowners and property investors: electric heating and cooling systems are officially the new standard. Industry experts now...

How to Transition Into HVAC From Another Career

Switching careers takes nerves and can make one question their decision. That hesitation is normal and shared by many people who go on to build […] The post How to Transition Into...

Latest Research on Cooling Equipment in the HVAC System Market by MarketsandMarketsâ„¢

Preserving the Past with Future-Ready Comfort

When the Las Vegas Natural History Museum added a new dinosaur exhibit, the project team turned to a Hitachi Topflow VRF heat pump system to deliver quiet, efficient comfort in a t...

AHRI Data Shows Heat Pumps Drove Growth in March 2026

Heat pump shipments climbed 9.8% in March 2026, continuing a years-long trend as refrigerant transitions and regulations reshape the HVAC industry. 

Midea ceiling-mounted inverter AHU

USA: Midea is promoting its inverter-driven Pancake AHU as an easy to install ceiling-mounted ducted solution for a wide range of climates, including cold-weather conditions. ... R...

The Future of Comfort: Emerging Trends in Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems

Future of Comfort