HVAC and refrigeration are similar fields but with distinct differences. While students can receive HVAC training at a vocational school or a community college and learn about both at the same time, they may eventually choose to specialize in only one. Each field requires tools, equipment and licensing that are industry-specific. While being trained in both […]
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Overview of Refrigerant Reclamation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 1 explains that refrigerant reclamation is the re-processing and upgrading of a substance through such mechanisms as filtering, drying, distillation and chemical treatment. This is done to restore the substance to a specified standard of performance. Refrigerant reclamation can only be performed by a trained and experienced EPA-certified refrigeration […]
Read More5 Drought Management Solutions in HVAC
Since 2010, the Southwest has been plagued by a severe drought, which adversely affects water and energy resources, reports the United States Drought Monitor. This need for water conservation brings to attention the importance of “green” technologies in HVAC systems. HVAC can account for 10-25% of a building’s water consumption, depending on building type, size, and […]
Read MoreThe State of the HVAC Industry in Arizona
Few areas of the country need air conditioning like Arizona. The American Southwest is known for hot and arid weather, little to no rainfall, and huge population growth, reports the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In fact, the Arizona population grew three times faster than the national average between 2000 and 2010. As a result, increased construction, […]
Read More3 National Competitions for HVAC Students
HVAC students participate in both classroom and practical training as part of their curriculum. Within a hands-on vocational training program, opportunities for demonstrating newly acquired technical knowledge are plentiful. But did you know that some HVAC organizations offer competitions for HVAC students? These competitions are hosted by independent organizations and allow students to enter for […]
Read MoreHVAC and Energy Efficiency in Data Centers
ACR News recently reported that Apple has decided to invest more than 1.7 billion euros into data centers over the course of the next two years. What will the money be used for? Among selecting a location, building the structure, and bringing a data center online, industry professionals must ensure that the center’s temperature-sensitive equipment maintains […]
Read MoreThe Role of HVAC/R in Modern Medicine
If you are admitted to the hospital to have a surgical procedure, because you were in an accident or have a serious illness, you may wonder any number of things, like how competent the doctor is who will be treating you, whether your nurse will be a good caretaker, or when the facility offers visiting […]
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