HVAC/R

Winter is coming and that means it is time to check if your HVAC system is ready to handle the cooling temperatures. Homeowners who make sure that their HVAC units are maintained can lessen their chances of having costlier problems should the units stop working properly. Fall is the ideal time to have a contractor […]

Our daily lives are becoming increasingly digitized including HVAC systems. Yet, smart HVAC technology can pose security risks. A few years ago, Target’s HVAC system allowed hackers to breach into the company’s network and steal the data of 40 million credit and debit cards. 1 Recently, small businesses have targeted by hackers hunting for valuable […]

As with any field, HVAC/R industry has its own terminology. Here are some terms you will become more familiar with. HVAC/R Terminology “HVAC/R” is an abbreviation for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Here is the breakdown of specific terminology that falls in each category of HVAC/R. Heating Heating: The addition of energy to cause […]

Supermarket HVAC/R is a large industry in the US. They make up 2% of commercial building space and account for 6% of total commercial building energy consumption in the states. 1 A lot of a supermarket’s energy costs comes from refrigeration, so greater energy efficiency in refrigeration can mean greater net profits for supermarkets. HVAC […]

Refrigerant leaks can be very frustrating. Imagine, in the middle of a heat wave, the refrigeration system stops working because it is low on refrigerant. For businesses that rely on cooling, like supermarkets or data centers, this may have major consequences. Yet, even if it doesn’t lead to a complete outage, refrigerant leakage can have […]

When working in the field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), it can be helpful to stay informed of the latest trends. Ductless HVAC equipment is a growing trend. In fact, there have been double-digit increases in sales of ductless systems in the U.S. for each of the last five years. What is ductless […]

Many refrigerants contain substances that damage the ozone layer or contribute to global warming. The Clean Air Act requires the Environmental Protection Agency to keep the environment free from certain pollutants like refrigerant. These rules shape the HVAC/R industry, so it’s important for technicians to keep track of them and other relevant trends to ensure […]