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FEATURED COLUMNISTS

  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Commentary

    The Mayans Were Wrong. Yay!

    In his 2013 kick-off column, Editorial Director Mike Weil makes light of the end of the world and looks forward to good things happening in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration industry in 2013....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Commentary
    Contracting Business

    The Keepers of Your Commercial HVAC Company's Image

    If perception is reality, then the perception that your commercial prospects develop of your company can seriously impact the success of your team’s selling cycle....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Commentary
    Contracting Business

    Goal for 2013: Stay Connected Online

    Staying connected online is no longer an option, nor is it only for techno-nerds and large companies. It’s as important as the Yellow Pages used to be. Here are my suggestions for staying connected during the upcoming year. As I wrote them out for you I realized I need to take a little of my own advice....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Commentary
    Contracting Business

    So Your Child Wants To Be A Contractor ...

    If you are hopeful that your progeny are interested in coming into the family heating, ventilation, and air conditioning business and, eventually, taking it over so you can live the life of Riley, then here are 25 "rules of thumb" you should share with them to help them onto the road to success....More

FEATURE STORIES

  • Jan. 10, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    AHR EXPO 2013

    The show will offer over 100 educational sessions, workshops, exams and presentations, with 40 of the sessions being offered at no extra charge. The show floor will feature the Building Automation and Control showcase as well as the Software Center showcase. New Product and Technology Theaters will have over 70 new product presentations. Attendees won’t want to miss the 11th Annual AHR Expo Innovation Awards, which will be presented on Tuesday, Jan. 29th, at 1p.m....More
  • Jan. 10, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    Growth Strategies That Work

    Leading HVAC contractors tell us how they've managed to remain stable and sustain their companies in uncertain times....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    Looking Forward: Will Housing Stay Hot? Will Commercial Sector Have Good Luck?

    Economist Ken Simonson and leading contractors weigh in on market outlook for 2013, and what's happening in their regions that gives them cause for hope....More
  • Jan. 2, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    Cutting Edge Public Sector Work Keeps Technicians Busy

    As one of New Mexico’s foremost intelligent building leaders, ECI combines routinely-honed technical expertise and training with cutting-edge technology and energy efficient equipment to deliver environmental comfort, security, access, and control....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    Running a Mid-Size HVAC Company: How to Make Your Challenges Small and Your Profits Large

    In a mid-size company, you may find that you’re uniquely situated to truly show your interest in your customers’ business, and your appreciation for it....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    COMFORT FAQ: What Should I Do to Improve My Marketing in 2013?

    Whether you have ample funds for marketing or a limited marketing budget, it’s a major mistake to neglect marketing to recent (past 2-3 years) customers. If your reputation is good, be certain your past customers can link your reputation with your name....More

SERVICE

REFRIGERATION

  • Jan. 10, 2013
    Product
    Contracting Business

    Refrigeration Service Today: New Products

    New impellers from Rosenberg USA deliver low-noise and highly-efficient air cooling in an uninterruptible power supply. The Klein Tools VDV measures cable length and locates faults, in addition to simplifying inventory, estimates, and billing. The FasTest RQD provides fast, easy and safe connections for high pressure refrigerant filling operations....More
  • Jan. 10, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    Cold Snap: Commercial Refrigeration Expands

    Gains in all markets will benefit from users’ desire to increase efficiency, due to the narrow profit margins throughout the food industry....More
  • Jan. 10, 2013
    Article
    Contracting Business

    Contractor Insights: Memphis Mechanical Services, Inc.

    The company’s service and installation mix is 85% refrigeration and 15% light commercial. Memphis Mechanical serves a 100-mile radius within the tri-state region of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi....More

BUSINESS BITS

  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    Daikin Opens Virtual Doors to Daikin AC University

    The new technology gives those who buy and recommend Daikin equipment access to instructional videos, online collaboration, classroom instruction, and webinars....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    A.O. Smith’s Paul Jones Named State Development Chair

    OECD member companies play a pivotal role in addressing challenges facing the global economy....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    ASHRAE Seeks to Boost Chiller Efficiencies Through Amendment

    The proposed efficiency requirements in addendum "ch" increase annual energy savings to 23.1%vs. Standard 90.1-2004 and 8.3 percent vs. Standard 90.1-2010....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    GEO Awards Southern Company/Gulf Power for Geothermal Awareness

    According to the Gulf Power website and the U.S. Department of Energy, geothermal technology is the most energy-efficient and environmentally clean space-conditioning system available today....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    Lochinvar Names First VIP Winners for 2012-13

    Both winners will be awarded Lochinvar’s famous Nashville Experience, the top prize given to VIP Contractors....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    HARDI Reports 11.6% Boost in October Distributor Sales

    The gain was widespread, with six of the seven reporting regions showing growth for the month of October....More
  • Dec. 4, 2012
    article
    Contracting Business

    Unico System to be Installed in DOE Challenge Home

    The Challenge Home program represents a new level of home energy performance based on rigorous requirements, which are designed to ensure exceptional levels of energy savings, home comfort, health and durability....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    News
    Contracting Business

    Spirax Sarco Announces 2013 Steam Training Schedule

    Spirax Sarco has released its 2013 schedule of training center courses covering all aspects of steam. The curriculum’s objective is to provide organizations with new skills to reduce energy costs and improve the safety and efficiency of steam plant operations. Spirax Sarco training centers are in Columbia, SC, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, and Allentown, PA. Each program is designed specifically for steam users involved in engineering, operation, and maintenance....More

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