By Dave Consulo The tools and processes HVAC professionals relied on before COVID-19 aren’t the ones needed now. Dave Consulo The challenging circumstances of 2020 dramatically altered every aspect of the industry. Contractors and technicians faced unprecedented challenges in their mission to deliver essential services. Success required rapid adaptation to evolving customer expectations about safety, efficiency, and transparency. Many of the tools and protocols developed or widely adopted in 2020 and 2021, like remote… Read More
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Women in Energy Will Host Virtual Conference in June
Women in Energy invites all industry professionals to attend their Virtual Conference from June 1-2, 2021. This year’s educational program will help you advance your career and make new connections. Sessions will focus on advocating for yourself, navigating change and seizing opportunities, leveraging data to make informed decisions, strengthening communication, as well as timely legal advice for employers and employees. You’ll also gain valuable insight from industry leaders during panel discussions about how to succeed… Read More
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Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Announces New Vice President of Supply Chain
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), a leading supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, is pleased to announce the hiring of Robert D. Smith as vice president of supply chain management. Robert D. Smith A long-time employee of Ingersoll Rand and Trane Technologies, Smith joins METUS with over 27 years of experience in product engineering, plant management, distribution, logistics and supply chain. Smith most recently served… Read More
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Haier’s Innovative New Pearl Range
The new range of Pearl air conditioning units from Haier HVAC Solutions sets the standard for comfort cooling and heating. The range offers greater protection against airborne health hazards, features innovative self-clean technology and comes with an in-built wi-fi module giving the user complete flexibility and control. The stylish, new Pearl ac unit from Haier HVAC Solutions The modern, stylish design is available in a crisp, matt white finish and is a perfect solution for… Read More
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Recent Shocks Put Vulnerable Manufacturing Supply Chains Under the Spotlight – New Principles Required to Solve the Age-Old Problem of Supply and Demand
“From COVID-19 vaccine production to the graphic pictures of a heavily laden container vessel stuck in the Suez Canal, recent events have really thrown global supply chains under public scrutiny. For example, each of the five leading vaccines have a huge supply chain associated with their production. As many as 280 materials go into making the Pfizer vaccine coming from 86 suppliers from 19 countries around the world—and any shortages or delivery delays have been… Read More
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FRACCA Conducts 2021 Virtual Conference
The Florida Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Contractors Association (FRACCA) held its 2021 Annual Conference virtually on March 24, 2021. The 2-hour Zoom event featured guest speakers discussing topics which impact how contractors conduct their businesses. Dale Carnegie Partner and Trainer Christine Ramirez conducted an interactive presentation on personal relationships Attorney Tray Batcher of Cotney Construction Law Group provided an update on the latest American Rescue Plan and encouraged FARCCA members to take advantage of their… Read More
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