The majority of households in the United States rely on some type of furnace or boiler for heat.1 Overall, natural gas furnaces are the most commonly used heating equipment in most parts of the country. The southeastern parts of the country are the exception; here, electric furnaces are more common.2 What is a furnace? What […]
Read MoreSearch Results for "label/home winemaking"
How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last? Tech Tips for Prolonging a Unit’s Lifespan
On average, an air conditioning system can last between 15 and 20 years if it is well-maintained. Yet, many AC systems will begin to lose efficiency around the 10-year mark, making this age the time for customers to consider whether to pay for major repairs or a replacement.1 Knowledge of an air conditioner’s lifespan can […]
Read MoreFaculty Connections – Meet Todd Edwards
Todd, 53, an RSI graduate, is an instructor at The Refrigeration School. He currently teaches Phase 7 (Comfort Systems Commercial) and is training to teach Phase 8 (Advanced Troubleshooting) in the Refrigeration Technologies program. Born in Philadelphia, Todd moved to Phoenix in 1981 as a teenager. He joined RSI about 8 months ago and has 31 years of […]
Read More3 Careers for Moms Going Back to Work
Are you a mom getting ready to re-enter the workforce? Feeling overwhelmed? Want to make a smart decision—one that could save you precious time? We get it. Going back to work is a big decision after having kids. That’s because working moms really have two jobs: raising their kids and clocking forty hours or more […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Vocational Training
About to graduate from high school and dreading the idea of college? Did you know there are other options? Vocational training is one gaining national attention lately. Vocational training is increasingly becoming a vital component of the U.S. economy because it prepares students for in-demand career opportunities in the skilled trades. If you’re interested in […]
Read MoreGraduate Connections – Meet Ivan Bejar
Ivan, 30, was born in Mexico but has lived in Phoenix since he was 8 years old. Ivan graduated from the RSI Electro-Mechanical Technologies (EMT) program in December 2018. Thanks for your time, Ivan. What did you do after high school? I was a day porter for Pivot Building Services, basically janitorial work. Slowly but […]
Read MoreSkilled Labor Shortage Alert: Where Are All the Qualified HVAC/R Techs?
The HVAC/R industry has a problem: too many jobs and not enough qualified workers to fill them.[1] This year, 79 percent of construction firms plan to create more positions, but nearly just as many companies are concerned about being able to find and hire workers with the right skills, according to a survey by the […]
Read More