Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News articles from May 2005

Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News archives from May 2005

York International Corp. has announced a price increase of 3 percent to 5 percent on all products sold by its Engineered Systems Group based in York, Pa.(Price Increase)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * York International Corp. has announced a price increase of 3 percent to 5 percent on all products sold by its Engineered Systems Group based in York, Pa. The increase is effective immediately,

Filtration Group.(appointment)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * Kevin Lynch was hired as executive vice president of Filtration Group (Aurora, III.) and president of Filtrair.

Modine Manufacturing Co.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * Modine Manufacturing Co. (Racine, Wis.) has been named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens for 2005 by Business Ethics magazine.

Danfoss.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * Contractors purchasing a new KPU pressure and temperature control from Danfoss (Baltimore) will receive a lottery ticket packed with each control. Every ticket wins either an American Express gift certificate or a carabiner flashlight.

Dreisilker Motors Inc.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * Dreisilker Motors Inc. (Glen Ellyn, III.) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Sid Harvey Industries.(appointment)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * Sid Harvey Industries (Garden City, N.Y.) has appointed Rich Carbonaro as vice president of purchasing.

United Rentals Inc.(new branch offices in New York)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * United Rentals Inc. (Greenwich, Conn.) opened branches in New York; Fort St. John, British Columbia; Chino, Calif.; and Fairmont and Huntington, W.Va.

ACES A/C Supply Inc.(appointment)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * ACES A/C Supply Inc. (Houston) named Mike Davenport president.

The Independent Quality Alliance (IQA), in partnership with Lehigh Carbon Community College.(Schools)(Gino Nicolai Hydronic Radiant Simulator Training Center)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... * The Independent Quality Alliance (IQA), in partnership with Lehigh Carbon Community College, opened the Gino Nicolai Hydronic Radiant Simulator Training Center.

Ranken prepares for upgrade: St. Louis Technical College updates HVACR Department.(Ranken technical college)(heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration)
May 2, 2005... ST. LOUIS -- The HVACR Technology Department at Ranken Technical College will have plenty to celebrate before 2007. That is saying a lot, especially since this private, nonprofit, degree-granting institution of higher learning will be...

NADCA revises duct cleaning standard.(National Air Duct Cleaners Association )
May 2, 2005... LAS VEGAS -- NADCA ACR 2005. IICRC S-520. ASHRAE S-180. For those who weren't sure what these letters and numbers mean, speakers at the recent National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) meeting and exposition spelled out their importance....

NAOHSM expands its educational programs.(industry NEWS)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... EAST PETERSBURG, Pa. -- The National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers (NAOHSM) has further enhanced its 2005 educational schedule with some new programs. A new addition to the course schedule is a three-day air Conditioning...

Network '05 provides ways to increase profits.(industry NEWS)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... FALLS CHURCH, Va. -- Network '05, the annual convention of the American Supply Association (ASA) and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association (PHCC), will focus on adding value to the supply chain so that everyone is more...

Luxaire adds image archive to dealer extranet site.(Luxaire Heating and Air Conditioning )(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... NORMAN, Okla. -- Luxaire Heating and Air Conditioning announced improvements to UPGNET, the Luxaire dealer extranet site. A fresh, new look and the addition of an image archive reflect Luxaire's commitment to helping independent HVAC dealers...

Continental Chillers use ICOR's NU-22.(Continental Chillers LLC )(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis-based manufacturers Continental Chillers LLC and ICOR International Inc. have joined forces to provide environmentally friendly, non-ozone depleting systems for air conditioning, process cooling, and...

Bryant dealers sponsor Little League Baseball.(Bryant Heating and Cooling Systems)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... INDIANAPOLIS -- Last year, Bryant Heating and Cooling Systems announced its national sponsorship of Little League Baseball. According to the company, this sponsorship has proven to be a "home run" for dealers and their communities. Bryant...

Echelon networks protect works of art.(industry NEWS)
May 2, 2005... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Echelon Corp. announced that New York's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is using a state-of-the-art building automation system (BAS) based on Echelon's networks to protect its priceless art collection from environmental damage...

NATE exam review presentations available.(North American Technician Excellence)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... DES PLAINES, Ill. -- To assist its members in preparing to take the North American Technician Excellence (NATE) series of exams, the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES) has released two NATE exam review presentations on CD--one for...

Aerotech P&K.(new laboratories)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... Aerotech P&K (Phoenix) has opened laboratories in Los Angeles and Pensacola, Fla. Associations

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).(appointments)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) ejected Samuel Hunter as president, Harry Mashburn as senior vice president, Steve Massie as vice president, and Victor Weston as treasurer.

The Unified Group.(board of advisors appointed)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... The Unified Group (Broadview, Ill.) has formed a board of advisors to oversee the group's business areas. The chairs and co-chairs of the board are Michael O'Connor, Kelly O'Brien, Woody Woodall, Sonia Nelson, Marc Mapel, Dave Nichols, John...

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) announced the winners of its 2005 Safety Masters Club.(Associations)
May 2, 2005... The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) announced the winners of its 2005 Safety Masters Club including Dial One Aleyden (Des Plaines, III.), Temperature Inc. (Memphis, Tenn.), Energy Management Specialists Inc. (Cleveland), CHC...

The Sheet Metal Contractors of Iowa.(scholarship fund)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... The Sheet Metal Contractors of Iowa selected Iowa State University students Aaron Brace, Chad Hotovec, and Jeffrey Soseman to receive $3,000 from the Ed Lord II/SMCI Scholarship fund.

The Arizona chapter of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA Arizona), the Phoenix Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC), and Sheet Metal Workers International Association (SMWIA), Local 359, are working together to provide instruction on various topics.(Associations)
May 2, 2005... The Arizona chapter of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA Arizona), the Phoenix Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC), and Sheet Metal Workers International Association...

Service Roundtable.(appointments)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... Service Roundtable named Rich Goldberg, John and Vicki LaPlant, and John Morana as new "Consult & Coach Partners."

Energy Systems Group to upgrade campus facilities.(enhance energy efficiency)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. -- Energy Systems Group (ESG) and Emory & Henry College (EHC) are partnering to implement $5 million in campus-wide building improvements designed to enhance energy efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the environment for...

Propane heater recall announced.(industry NEWS)(DESA Heating Products and Scheu Manufacturing Co)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... WASHINGTON D.C. -- The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with DESA Heating Products and Scheu Manufacturing Co., announced a voluntary recall of the All-Pro, Reddy Heater, and Master Infrared (Tank Top)...

Bare tube condenser.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The BLG condenser unit contains new bare tube condenser coils in its refrigeration system, replacing regular fin-type condenser coils. Bare tube condenser coils use bare tubes to perform the same task as fin-type coils, but without trapping as...

Impeller.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The XR motorized impeller is completely speed controllable, the manufacturer says. The unique coupling of the motor and impeller minimizes space requirements and provides vibration-free operation, the company states. Both motor and impeller are...

Fluid cooler.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The MH fluid cooler with CoolBoost[TM] technology combines the function of a cooling tower and heat exchanger into one closed-loop system. It features mechanical, induced-draft technology with crossflow fill media and coil bundle. The unit...

Packaged heat recovery unit.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The X-Pack[TM] packaged heat recovery unit product line utilizes Heatex[R] crossflow plate heat exchangers and advanced manufacturing techniques to attain low cost and high performance, the company says. Standard units are manufactured in sizes...

Boiler brochure.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... A new, six-page brochure covers the Futera III Series full-modulation boilers and water heaters with 3:1 turndown. Information and photos detail the product's performance characteristics, installation flexibility, and service features. The...

Refrigeration solenoid valves.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... A redesigned line of refrigeration and air conditioning solenoid valves meets pressure ratings of up to 450 psi, which is required by new refrigerants as well as application demands from fractional tonnage to 1 1/4-inch orifice sizes, states...

Starter module.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The CSX Series of compact starter modules provides cost-effective motor soft start, bypass, and soft stop functions, the company states. The CSX Voltage Ramp controls starting and stopping control with three simple adjustments for initial start...

Digital P/T chart device.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The 52245 compact digital pressure-temperature chart is a pocket-sized device. It offers fast and accurate pressure-temperature references on a large, easy-to-read LCD, the company says. The automatic power-down feature shuts off the unit five...

Valve catalog.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The 36-page 2005 catalog and price list is available. The new catalog includes the company's expanded valve line, which now offers larger sizes. All of the valve categories--check valves, butterfly valves, backflow preventers, and automatic...

Residential boiler.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The high-efficiency residential boiler is compact, lightweight, adaptable, and easy to install, says the company. The heart of the Solution[TM] boiler is the gasketless copper finned-tube heat exchanger. It has a low-mass design, thereby...

Air cleaners.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... Models LA 1400S and LA 2000S ceiling- or wall-mount commercial-grade air cleaners offer a capacity of 800 to 2,100 cfm and gather over 95 percent of particulate down to 0.01 micron, the company states. Each unit has a variable-speed control....

Pool air purifier.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The Chloraguard[R] indoor air purification system removes chloramines and other airborne contaminants commonly found in indoor pool spaces. The unit's filter uses Multi-Mix[R], a chemical media, to the contaminants. The system is a gas-phase...

Compressors.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The H21J is the next generation of Benchmark reciprocating compressors. The company says a hard-start kit now is unnecessary. According to the manufacturer, with the compressor's improved efficiencies, the compressor can add an entire half...

Service management software.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... An enhancement in version 6.1 of the SAM Pro Enterprise software suite is a new Project Manager Workbench, which tracks costs and billing for complex or lengthy jobs. The ReportAnywhere component now supports relative dates for report...

Boiler brochure.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... A brochure is available on the RV Series forced draft gas, oil, and dual-fuel fired steam and hot water boilers. The boilers are available in eight standard sizes from 3.5 million to 8 million Btuh. All models have at least 5 square feet of...

Drive.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The line of ACH550 AC drives has been expanded to include a 600-V unit, in a 2- to 150-hp range, which will allow the drives to be installed in commercial applications in Canada as well as the United States. The company says the 2- to 150-hp...

Industrial gas-fired heaters.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The R-Series direct gas-fired heaters provide customers with an extremely energy-efficient method to heat and ventilate commercial and industrial facilities, the manufacturer states. The heaters use 15-percent outside air and a backward-incline...

Modular chiller.(what's NEW)
May 2, 2005... The Flex Series high-efficiency modular chiller exceeds the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 90.1 efficiency standards delivering a COP rating of 4.91 when using only one module at full load...

Linc Service Network rolls out red carpet: contractor group focuses on growth opportunities in 2005.(Conference Update / Linc Service Network)
May 2, 2005... PITTSBURGH -- "Nobody Does it Better." That was the theme of the Linc Service Network's 2005 Continuing Education Conference (Con Ed) in late March at the Westin Convention Center Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh. The setting was...

Service network gets business insights.(Conference Update / Linc Services Network)
May 2, 2005... PITTSBURGH -- A business that embodies the principles put forth by Jack Welch is going to be very successful. That was the theme of a seminar presented by Don Lehr, Linc Service Network's senior director of staffing and development, to...

Linc's top contractors applaud group.(Conference Update / Linc Services Network)
May 2, 2005... PITTSBURGH -- John Cloutier and Fred Haynes have some things in common. The two commercial HVAC contractors are very successful, and their businesses represent the cream of the crop of the Linc Service Network franchises. Cloutier is president...

Tracking down airflow problems.(Technician's Viewpoint)(Column)
May 2, 2005... Have you ever had one of those customers you just can't seem to make happy? You've tried everything in your power and vast depth of your knowledge and expertise, but the person insists that the building just isn't comfortable? The customer...

Solving excess oil problems.(focus: Chiller Products and Services)
May 2, 2005... Everyone knows that excess oil in a chiller's refrigerant can create serious performance problems. But what many don't know is the frequency with which oil migrates to the refrigerant side and what percentage of chillers and refrigeration...

Industrial chillers use variable speed.(chiller products and services)
May 2, 2005... Certain manufacturing processes require careful temperature control. And in many cases, industrial chillers play a key role. Injection molding and extrusion to form plastic shapes are examples of such processes. Plastic parts in...

Preseason checkup for centrifugal chillers.(focus: Chillers Products & Services)
May 2, 2005... Performing a thorough inspection and tuneup of centrifugal chillers now, during the precooling season, can mean fewer service calls, improved comfort, and reduced energy use throughout the cooling season. The overall goals of planned...

Refrigerant pressures, states, and conditions.(refrigeration zone)
May 2, 2005... This is the first in a series of columns addressing advanced basics in the understanding of the refrigeration cycle. All of these columns deal with refrigerant pressures, states, and conditions as applied to a refrigeration system with a...

Condenser coil.(the HOTLINE)
May 2, 2005... Question: From Hugh Gither Pensacola, Fla. Prior to changeout, a condo had a 1.5-ton condenser and a 1.5-ton air handler (evaporator coil). The condenser coil was 23 years old. The seller agreed to change out the condenser unit....

Blower motor.(the HOTLINE)
May 2, 2005... Question: From Richard Hawkins Mansfield, Ohio I had a flood in my basement. I had it cleaned up but now my blower motor is not working. It does put out heat, but not enough. The furnace turns on but also shuts off after a minute...

Solid state.(the HOTLINE)
May 2, 2005... Question: From John West Chesterfield, Va. My question involves GE Motors model number 5SME39SL0601 ECM programmable motor. What would be the best way to determine if the solid-state area is defective or the motor? Why do you have...

Refrigeration energy efficiency.(refrigeration zone)
May 2, 2005... It wasn't that many years ago when a trip to a supermarket, no matter the outside temperature, may have required the toting along of a coat and gloves. That's because many markets had open refrigerated and frozen food cases to make it easier to...

Examining electronic controls.(refrigeration zone)
May 2, 2005... Electronic controls have been incorporated into many aspects of our industry. Troubleshooting may cause grief for some service technicians who are unfamiliar with these types of controls. But many of the same troubleshooting procedures that are...

A better understanding of superheat.(refrigeration zone)
May 2, 2005... While there is a lot of talk these days about the coming of 13 SEER, there are more current concerns regarding existing 12-SEER units. "There are estimates that many 12-SEER air conditioners are actually running at 6 SEER," said Rey Harju,...

Portable units help Marines in Iraq.(Field Solutions)(Nordic Air Inc)
May 2, 2005... GENEVA, Ohio--Winning a $45 million contract to build portable air conditioning units can be a life-changing experience for most companies--and for those using the equipment. At least it's true for Ohio-based Nordic Air Inc. and the United...

School gets help after tornado: aggressive cleanup, restoration services performed at Nebraska campus.
May 2, 2005... When a tornado with the destructive power of several bombs tore through a school campus last spring near Lincoln, Neb., it left devastation that reminded observers of a war zone. "It was surreal," said Dr. Roy Baker, superintendent of the...

Technology improves classroom air quality.(Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory)
May 2, 2005... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Echelon Corp. announced that the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is using the company's technology to develop a prototype HVAC system to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) in California's 85,000 portable classrooms. ...

Technology takes on corrosion challenge.(Field Solutions)(TechniCoat Inc. coating technology )
May 2, 2005... The island of Guam in the Western Pacific Ocean has significance to that generation which fought in World War II and to those subsequent generations via history books and high school exams. Ceded by Spain to the United States in 1898, it...

Understanding the four P's of air quality.(pollutants, pressurization, people, and pathways)(National Air Duct Cleaners Association)
May 2, 2005... LAS VEGAS -- When it comes to understanding the components of indoor air quality (IAQ), one must understand the four P's: pollutants, pressurization, people, and pathways. This was the message from Loren Hubbard of Lindhart Technical...

NADCA Forum addresses international issues.(National Air Duct Cleaners Association)(Brief Article)
May 2, 2005... LAS VEGAS -- The 16th annual National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) meeting and exposition certainly had an international flavor to it. An international forum occupied the attendees' time for the entire first day. Speakers from all over...

Energy star and the EPA get it right.(Environmental Protection Agency)
May 2, 2005... It seems the sun, the moon, the planets, and even a few stars are in perfect alignment. This could be one of those wondrously rare occasions when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has exercised an uncommon degree of common sense. ...

Industry can learn a lot from the NCAA.(our INSIGHTS)(National Collegiate Athletic Association )
May 2, 2005... While it might not be fair to compare this industry with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), I think this industry should examine what it has done over the years in regard to getting exposure. The NCAA knows how to do it....

Some examples of good things to come.(GAMAzine news)
May 2, 2005... This copy of GAMAzine News will give you a taste of the kinds of in-depth, on-target articles you can expect to find in the next issue of GAMAzine, GAMA's journal of the space heating, water heating, commercial food service, and power...

Counterfeits: GAMA takes on a threat to profits and safety.(GAMAzine news)(Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association works on Product counterfeiting)
May 2, 2005... Counterfeit products are a big drag on the world's economy. If you doubt it, consider the effects of fakes on the United States alone. The FBI estimates that counterfeit products cost U.S. businesses $250 billion in lost sales last year,...

GAMA provides educational information.(Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association)
May 2, 2005... Like any organization, GAMA is looking continuously at new ways to meet the needs of its members and respond to an ever-changing world. One area where GAMA has expanded its Services is educational information. The following describes some...

Interchangeability--new gas will affect your appliances.(gas transmission and distribution companies guidelines)
May 2, 2005... The natural gas supply in the United States is changing. As the volume of liquefied natural gas (LNG) imported to the United States increases over the next 10 years or so, the characteristics of the natural gas supply will change even more. ...

A power plant in the basement: it's a furnace. It's a generator. It's both.(future technologies)(combined heat and power)(Climate Energy LLC)
May 9, 2005... MEDFIELD, Mass. -- In the residential market, it can be difficult to differentiate products. It's up to the contractor to provide the differences when it comes to providing quality, service, and accessories. This is still largely true, but...

First-quarter A/C shipments a record.
May 9, 2005... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The HVAC industry could be headed for another record year. The industry is currently running 5 percent ahead of the 2004 record-setting year, with 1,667,520 total shipments of unitary air conditioners and heat pumps in the...

Trane.(Price Increase)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... Trane (Tyler, Texas) announced a price increase of 3-8 percent on residential and light commercial unitary products and accessories, effective July 1.

Air Comfort Corp, (Broadview, III.) has been accepted as a member of the Building Owners and Managers Association.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... Air Comfort Corp, (Broadview, III.) has been accepted as a member of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Chicago division.

Fluidics Inc. (Philadelphia) has been awarded the 2004 Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) certificate of commendation.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... Fluidics Inc. (Philadelphia) has been awarded the 2004 Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) certificate of commendation for safety achievement.

York International Corp.'s Unitary Products Group.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... York International Corp.'s Unitary Products Group (Norman, Okla.) is extending online learning opportunities to Coleman and Luxaire dealers with the Net.Prophet interactive Web site. Coleman and Luxaire Liberties program dealers may sign up for...

Reliable Controls.(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... Reliable Controls (Victoria, British Columbia) announced that MACH1, MACH2, and MACH-Vision have been officially added to the BTL listings.

Fedders Corp.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... Fedders Corp. (Liberty Corner, N.J.) appointed Peter Gasiewicz as senior vice president.

ECR Technologies Inc.(Manufacturers)(Appointed Brian King as chief operating officer)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... ECR Technologies Inc. (Lakeland, Fla.) announced the addition of Brian King as chief operating officer.

The 2005 National Affordable Comfort Conference is scheduled from May 16-20 in Indianapolis.(Associations)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... The 2005 National Affordable Comfort Conference is scheduled from May 16-20 in Indianapolis. For more information, visit www.affordablecomfort.org.

Modern gauges.(EXTRA EDITION)(Brief Article)
May 9, 2005... Digital gauges can save you work time, callbacks, and help keep your customers happy. For details on some typical jobs where the use of a digital analyzer saved time and money, read the technical article "Profiting With Modern Digital Gauges."...

Women as key decision makers.(reader MAIL)(Letter to the Editor)
May 9, 2005... Wow! What a shock I had when I read the question that Scott wrote to Sharon Roberts in the March 21, 2005 edition ["Ask Sharon: She Can Handle The Appointment Herself"]. I was thoroughly offended and I am not even his customer. I wondered if he...

Shrinking the number of no defects found.(reader MAIL)(Letter to the Editor)
May 9, 2005... First, my compliments to Shawn Lee and Peter Powell on their [respective] articles ["Don't Bury The Compressor Before It's Dead" and "The Condemned Compressor"] in the April 4 News. The return of no defect found compressors has been a burden...