During World War II, the message movies, newspapers, and good old Rosie the Riveter sent women was to do their part to help defeat the Axis powers by entering skilled positions in aircraft and munitions factories. Women did in unprecedented numbers. 1 Once the Allies won the war, many women traded in their tools for […]
Read MoreHVAC/R
Energy-Saving Tips on Heating, Cooling and Water Usage That Will Help People Save Money
We love our conveniences like air conditioning and lighting—so much so that we’re willing to spend money on them. And we spend a lot of money on energy. The average home spends about $2,000 on energy per year. 1 Is spending so much money on energy really necessary? We don’t think so. Homeowners and business […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of HVAC/R Careers?
HVAC/R is not a one-size-fits-all career. With job growth for heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers (49-9021) set at 14 percent through 2024, 1 the HVAC/R field is also diverse in the types of jobs it offers to people who specialize in this profession, depending on their level of training and experience. Climbing […]
Read MoreWhat Is Evaporative Cooling?
Nearly half of residential energy costs are from HVAC units. Evaporative cooling can be less expensive to purchase and typically require less energy that other types of refrigeration. This technology has been commonly used in commercial settings like industrial kitchens, laundries, dry cleaners, greenhouses, loading docks, warehouses, factories, construction sites, workshops, and kennels. HVAC technician […]
Read MoreWhat Is Variable Refrigerant Flow?
Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system installations are increasing as the heating and cooling source in hotels, schools, and multifamily residential buildings. The VRF industry is expected to grow by 10.8 percent from 2016 to 2021. 1 What is VRF and why is its popularity increasing? Introduction to Variable Refrigerant Flow Unlike traditional central air conditioners, […]
Read MoreAir Balancing an HVAC System
There are regulations for many industries including HVAC. Air balancing an HVAC system is one of them. Let’s examine the importance of air balancing in HVAC. What is air balancing? Simply put, air balancing is a process of checking that an HVAC system is running efficiently enough for the occupants to be comfortable. There are […]
Read MoreWhat Is Geothermal HVAC and How Does It Work?
When it comes to environmentally friendly HVAC systems, geothermal heat pumps are a promising and increasingly popular option. Baby boomer customers are attracted to the energy savings geothermal HVAC systems offer. Millennials consider going geothermal because it’s better for the planet. 1 In fact, geothermal is expected to supply 10 to 20 percent of the […]
Read More
Get Started