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Service Clinic: Troubleshooting Zone ControlsA basic understanding of zone control systems can be a real plus in the troubleshooting process.... |
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More From ServiceWhat Every Cunsumer Really Wants to Know“Nothing happens ‘till somebody sells something.” That’s a common phrase that rings through sheet metal shops across the country, but in recent years our industry has learned that sales don’t happen until we have “taught the customer something.”... Report Writing EssentialsIt is becoming more clear that the old idea of installing high efficiency equipment and simply sealing up duct work does not deliver the energy efficiency we’ve been promising our customers. Effective contractors test and diagnose the live performance of the system and prescribe surgical repairs. These custom repairs enable the system to deliver the efficiency the equipment promises. Let’s take a look at what should be included in a good diagnostic report and repair recommendation.... Meet the NATE Top TechsAt HVAC Comfortech 2009, North American Technician Excellence (NATE) recognized five Top Techs from across the country. ... SERVICE TIPTo maintain efficiency, regular preventative maintenance is required. A cleaning and maintenance label is usually included in a conspicuous place on the... Marketing & Selling Energy ServicesThe first article in this series explained why mechanical service contractors are the ideal service providers to offer energy savings to their customers.... AirTight Mechanical Establishes Links with Danfoss, PDU CablesAirTight Mechanical, Inc., a commercial HVAC contractor based in Charlotte, NC, has been granted partner status by Danfoss and PDU Cables. ... SERVICE TIPQ: I have a new HMI sight glass that is showing a wet condition, right out of the box. Can I use this in my system and will it give the proper moisture... Key Elements of an Energy Services OfferingThis is the second article in a three-part series on energy services for commercial HVAC contractors. In the first article (See CB, Nov. 2009, p.38; or... Shifting Utility ProgramsThe winds of change are finally beginning to blow in the world of government and utility energy savings programs. After over 30 years of the same old, same old, it appears that very soon more of our installations will require verification of performance by a third party. In the halls of state energy leadership groups the phrase “enough is enough” is echoing. We’re in for a change and we’re not yet sure what is on the horizon or how it may impact our businesses. ... 30 Things Every Technician Should Know – Part 21. Moonlighting is not only theft of customers, revenue, equipment and vehicle wear and tear, and the illegal use of the company’s license, it is a disservice to the customer. Sooner or later a moonlit job will go bad or an accident will occur, leaving the customer high and dry, unprotected by insurance or the financial resources of a company that can make the customer whole.... |
