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More homeowners in more climate zones are demanding heat pumps, and new technologies are making this sustainable switch possible. 

As New York enacts and implements new regulations focused on reducing energy use and carbon emissions, Modular Comfort Systems’ expertise in designing and delivering high-efficiency systems, and Daikin’s decarbonization technology and capabilities, will combine to deliver comprehensive HVAC solutions that help customers trim both their utility bills and carbon footprints.  

From CSR assistance to automated invoicing, businesses have plenty of opportunities to streamline operations with a little help from automation tools. 

The acquisitions of Sierra Air Conditioning Inc., Sierra Air Conditioning of Idaho LLC, and Silverado Mechanical LLC expand Airtron’s presence in the Western U.S. and establish the first national HVAC installation business dedicated to servicing the single-family-home new construction market.

“More heating-degree days year-to-year helped produce sales growth in all seven of our regions during January,” said Brian Loftus, HARDI’s macroeconomic and residential market analyst.

Utilizing the company’s Internet of Zoning (IoZ) technology, the Bliss Zoning System enables homeowners to easily manage both lighting and temperature settings through a single, user-friendly app, allowing for customized comfort in every zone.

This premium system ensures indoor comfort even at outdoor temperatures as low as -22°F (-30°C) while maintaining high efficiency with a SEER2 rating of up to 33.5 SEER2. AIRSTAGE Orion XLTH+ offers superior heating performance, maintaining full rated (100%) capacity at -15°F (-26°C) and 90% rated capacity at -22°F (-30°C). Its compact outdoor unit, slim wall-mounted indoor unit, and extended line set lengths (up...

At the 2025 AHR EXPO, organizations discussed the initiatives they’re taking to tackle the workforce shortage including bringing awareness to the industry, emphasizing company culture, providing necessary up-to-date training, and embracing technology and AI to ultimately, bring more bodies in. 

SMART Local 206 served as an early adopter and model for national expansion for the first childcare benefit offered in the unionized building trades.

Jim Schnorr, who joined the firm two years ago and had been serving as vice president of business development, moves to president of N.H. Yates. Jon Thomas, who had served as president, moves CEO, and Dan Kelbaugh moves from executive vice president to COO.

Low-GWP A2Ls provide a cost-effective alternative to pricier options like CO2 for commercial refrigeration equipment. They also feature a familiar architecture for technicians and deliver benefits such as energy efficiency and easier installation and maintenance. 

The initiative will integrate Carrier’s battery-enabled HVAC technology, delivered through its Home Energy Management System (HEMS), with Google Cloud’s artificial intelligence-powered analytics and WeatherNext AI models built by Google DeepMind and Google Research.

There are 4 main categories of tools to check for A2L compatibility, but that doesn’t mean HVAC technicians need to replace all their tools upfront. 

Professionals at any level can now enroll in the new courses through a dedicated portal being launched for the PHCC Academy, an online platform offering training programs with specialized courses for everyone from pre-apprentices to seasoned business owners.

The Treasury Department announced that it will not enforce penalties or fines against U.S. companies that do not register under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). 

The partnership will offer Rapid Locking System customers access to the combined 300 years of experience that Pac West Sales representatives have accumulated.

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.

The Heavy Metal Summer Experience is a nonprofit program, supported by trade industry associations, vendors, educators, and individuals, that aims to introduce students across the U.S. and Canada to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing careers.