Contracting Business

EMCOR Group's Shambaugh & Son L.P. Recognized for Job Creation in Fort Wayne, IN

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:52:00 +0000

Shambaugh & Son applied for the Economic Revitalization Area Designation due to planned growth associated with two local projects.

In one location, Shambaugh anticipates expanding an existing facility by adding on approximately 8,000 square feet of office space and hiring an estimated 30 professionals

How to Find Duct Obstructions with a Manometer

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:22:00 +0000

By Rob 'Doc' Falke

One problem we all face sooner or later is solving the issue of a duct without airflow.

45 Reasons Why You Should “Skip” – Yes, Skip Comfortech

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:49:00 +0000

By Matt Michel

Contractors are already registering for Comfortech in Philadelphia, September 18-20. While it may be the best opportunity to learn how to improve your business this year, you should skip it.

California to Require State ID to Recycle Mercury Thermostats

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:26:00 +0000

Beginning July 1, 2013, these contractors or their employees, upon delivering a waste mercury thermostat to a collection location, must provide the location with their contractors State Licensing Board Identification Number (CSLB).

Alternatively, contractors or their employees may deliver their waste mercury thermostats in a plastic bag or other container and print the CSLB number on the bag or on a label attached to the bag or container.

Up-Staffs, Down-Staffs

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:35:00 +0000

Bryan Jensen

The In’s and Out’s of Servicing Peak Staffing Requirements

In a perfect world, the weather is neither too hot nor too cold, neither too wet nor too dry; every day is a good hair day, your main course always arrives after you’ve finished your appetizer, and, most miraculously, the facility you’re responsible for staffing never varies in labor requirements by more than one or two headcounts over the course of a year.

Building-Data Management a Hot Topic at HUG Symposium

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:37:00 +0000

Handling the flood of building-information data was on the minds of the attendees at the 2013 Honeywell User Group Symposium for Buildings.

Hart & Cooley Completes Construction of Three-story Test Lab

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:30:00 +0000

The laboratory will be used for testing on chimney, vent, duct & accessories for compliance with design specifications, industry requirements and standards.

Construction is now complete on the 1,300 sq. ft. test lab at the Hart & Cooley, Inc. headquarters in Grand Rapids, MI.

Hart & Cooley Completes Construction of Three-story Test Lab

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:30:00 +0000

The laboratory will be used for testing on chimney, vent, duct & accessories for compliance with design specifications, industry requirements and standards.

Construction is now complete on the 1,300 sq. ft. test lab at the Hart & Cooley, Inc. headquarters in Grand Rapids, MI.

John Lanier Named NATE Chief Operating Officer

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:16:00 +0000

Lanier will plan, direct, and coordinate the operations of NATE, manage daily operations and oversee all of NATE’s programs.

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) today announced the appointment of John Lanier to be Chief Operating Officer of North American Technician Excellence (NATE).

Tecumseh Presenting at ATMOsphere Conference

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:46:00 +0000

Sidnei Oliveira, Tecumseh global manager of computer aided analysis, will show early performance results of retrofitting beer and bottle coolers with smaller, more energy efficient compressors and condensing units operating on R290 (propane) as compared to HFC R134a refrigerant.

Women in HVACR Joins Comfortech 2013 in Philadelphia

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:44:00 +0000

by the Contracting Business.com Staff

Mark Your Calendar for the 10th Annual Women in HVACR Conference! “Philadelphia Freedom”

Women in HVACR will host their 10th annual conference, dubbed "Philadelphia Freedom," a the Phildalphia Convention Center. Won't you join us?

Has It Come to This?

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:11:00 +0000

I don't know how the city of Walnut operates, but it's hard to believe the local library is operating on a 50-year old HVAC system. How many energy dollars could have been saved with regular replacement?

A Minute with McIver

Sage Hiring Outlook for Construction Firms: Small/Midsized Firms Will Be Hiring

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:29:00 +0000

The survey revealed that a third of employers in the SMB construction sector have hired or plan to hire in 201. Of those, 84% seek full-time help.

Construction firms in the small and midsized business (SMB) sector expect to increase hiring in 2013, according to the results of a survey announced today by Sage North America. The Sage SMB Hiring Outlook Survey revealed that SMB builders in the U.S. and Canada plan to add jobs as a result of increased demand for their products and services and an improved economic outlook.

If It’s Not Fun, It’s Not Working

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:53:00 +0000

By Mike Moore

Have you ever had an overwhelming problem facing your organization? Have you been looking for the solution on how to rapidly grow your business? Then I suggestion you try open space technology.

The Content Marketing Funnel

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:39:00 +0000

By Chris Vaghn

With its growing popularity, more businesses are creating content on a business blog or website, satisfied to be executing a modern day Internet marketing program.

Creating a Better Marketing Program

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:28:00 +0000

By Andy Fracica

I finally got around to installing QuickBooks Pro 2013 on my computer. I held off buying the new version for as long as I could. I waited for it to go on sale and I found a great deal on Amazon for $130 with free shipping. The lowest I had ever seen it was $99 last year and I didn’t buy it then because I was being cheap – frugal I told myself.

C.C. Dickson Company Joins Thermostat Recycling Corporation’s Program

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:42:00 +0000

C.C. Dickson Company has partnered with Thermostat Recycling Corporation (TRC) to enhance its recycling efforts and provide its customers additional means to recycle mercury thermostats. C.C. Dickson Company is the newest HVAC Wholesale Distributor to join TRC’s program and currently operates in nine states throughout the Southeast, with a total of 116 branch locations.

Sage Survey of Small and Midsized Businesses Finds Cautious Optimism at Work

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:22:00 +0000

By Joe Langer

As America’s small and midsized businesses continue to weather economic uncertainty and rising business costs, many are keeping tight reins on hiring.

Only a quarter of businesses with one to 500 employees surveyed recently by Sage North America have increased or plan to increase the size of their workforce in 2013, and nearly half plan to keep it the same.

ASHRAE Issues Call for Papers for Annual Conference — June 28-July 2, 2014

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:30:00 +0000

The second annual Research Summit seeks papers that report on HVAC&R research with particular emphasis on high performance building design and its role in a clean energy economy.

The Conference addresses broad topics in the application of technology to practice, specific applications in ground source heat pumps, O&M and indoor environmental quality, as well as new reports on research taking place worldwide.

Clothes Make the Tech: Wrangler Weaves New Construction Pant

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:05:00 +0000

Abrasion testing found the construction pant to last twice as long as other leading brands.

Building on its collection of professional grade workwear designed to meet the demands of men who work long, hard hours,Wrangler partnered with CORDURA, a brand known for its durability in many of the world’s toughest environments, including more than 45 years of military experience.

M&G DuraVent Obtains Approval for Use Of PolyPro — For All NTI NY Thermal Boilers

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:12:00 +0000

Polypropylene venting provides the simplest and quickest venting option possible for a condensing tankless unit.

PolyPro is an engineered system specifically designed for venting heating appliances. Gasketed joints require no primers or adhesives and easily assemble in seconds with just a splash of water.

A.O. Smith's Cyclone Water Heater Obtains Energy Star Certification

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:47:00 +0000

Energy Star has expanded category scope to include gas-fired products operating at 75,000 BTUs or more with a thermal efficiency of at least 94%.

A long time partner of the EPA’s Energy Star program, leading water heater manufacturer A. O. Smith has announced that its high efficiency Cyclone commercial gas water heater line is now Energy Star certified.

Bosch to Recognize Commercial Installations for Design, Energy Efficiency

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:19:00 +0000

The Bosch Green Living Awards program will recognize and reward residential and light commercial installations employing Bosch systems with design, execution, and energy efficiency excellence.

Bosch Thermotechnology has announced a new awards program focusing on industry professionals who install and specify Bosch heating and cooling products in the United States and Canada.

Grundfos Supports Pump Standards During DOE Public Meeting

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:44:00 +0000

Greg Towsley says there's a need for greater transparency in the pump industry.

Grundfos will continue to support the Department’s plan for developing the rulemaking by hosting analysts at its facilities to provide detailed information on efficiency standards’ impact on technology, engineering, distribution channels, manufacturing and employment.

The Bosch Experience Center at Serenbe Grand Opening

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 18:43:00 +0000

In late May, 2013, Bosch held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open its Experience Center in Serenbe, a sustainable community development located south of Atlanta.

June 2013 ContractingBusiness.com

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Helping HVACR Managers Run Better Businesses Since 1944

In This Issue:

Executive Roundtable
VRF in the Comfort Equation
Become a 'Lifestyle' Contractor
Contractors Like New Pressure Controllers
Refrigeration: Alternative Systems Expand
Leak Detection Methods

2013 Executive Roundtable: Ingenuity Creates Opportunity System Performance vs. Home Performance: Become a Lifestyle Contractor Contractors See Impact of Controllers on Business

ServiceChannel Introduces 'ServiceClick' Contractor Console

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 20:07:00 +0000

Service Click is an online dashboard to aid commercial contractors in better servicing their clients and managing their business.

This new tool provides contractors with an updated view of all client activity, enabling them to spot service problems before clients do as well as receive detailed summaries of all work orders,proposals and invoices across multiple clients.

Bosch Holds Grand Opening for Experience Center at Serenbe

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:43:00 +0000

by the Contracting Business.com Staff

Bosch officially opened its Experience Center within Serenbe, a sustainable community development located south of Atlanta, which has partnered with Bosch to promote green living.

Bosch officially opened its Experience Center within Serenbe, a sustainable community development located south of Atlanta which has partnered with Bosch to promote green living.

Service Roundtable Download June 2013

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:45:00 +0000

This motivational poster is a perfect tool for reminding your employees every day what’s at stake when you’re all involved in a small business together.

This motivational poster from Service Roundtable is a perfect tool for reminding your employees every day what’s at stake when you’re all involved in a small business together.

Servicing PV-Equipped HVAC Systems

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:08:00 +0000

By Andrew Rosenthal and John Wiles

Your service technicians may begin to encounter HVAC units that are directly connected to photovoltaic (PV) power sources. Are they prepared to service these units efficiently and safely?