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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...

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...

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. 

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.

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...

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...

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...

Experts Weigh Cost, Codes, and the Future of HRVs/ERVs

 AHR Expo experts discuss the evolving role of HRVs and ERVs in home ventilation, focusing on cost, energy codes, and practical challenges for builders and homeowners.

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

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The Engineer Redefining High-Rise HVAC in New York and New Jersey

Tarang Patel is setting new standards for high-rise HVAC engineering in the New York and New Jersey region, with published innovations in ventilation and system design recognized a...

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. 

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...

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...

California Revisits HVACR Sales Reporting

California regulators are exploring HVACR equipment sales tracking to boost permit compliance, but industry groups warn the proposal could create costly, burdensome reporting requi...

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.  

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...

The Future of Refrigerants for HVAC Compressors and Their Challenges

Written by Brett Hopkins of Trelleborg Sealing Solutions R&D, ES NEWS’ latest Case in Point examines how new refrigerants and elastomer technologies are impacting HVAC compress...

A New Field-Service App Specifically for HVAC Contractors

ClimaCall was created to help HVAC companies manage service calls, technicians, customers, estimates, contracts, payments, and daily operations faster and with less chaos.

The impact of the Cyber Resilience Act on HVAC/R

As HVAC/R systems become increasingly connected, cybersecurity is emerging as an essential concern. The European Union is addressing this challenge through several initiatives, inc...

AK Water Works Launches HVAC Division

WARREN, Ohio – What began in 2020 as a plumbing, excavating, waterproofing and drain company has now branched out into providing heating, ventilation and air conditioning services...

Systemair Introduces Topvex SR and TR Air Handling Units for High-Performance Buildings

Topvex SR and TR are built for teams that need dependable, efficient ventilation solutions backed by global engineering expertise. 

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.

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.