Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News articles from November 2008

Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News archives from November 2008

Allied Air Enterprises.(Price Increases)
November 3, 2008... Allied Air Enterprises (Columbia, S.C.) increased prices up to 5 percent on commercial products and accessories, effective Jan. 1, 2009.

Lennox Industries Inc.(Price Increases)
November 3, 2008... Lennox Industries Inc. (Dallas) increased prices up to 5 percent on commercial products and accessories, effective Jan. 1, 2009.

Walker-J-Walker, a subsidiary of EMCOR Services (Memphis, Tenn.).(Contractors)
November 3, 2008... Walker-J-Walker, a subsidiary of EMCOR Services (Memphis, Tenn.), relocated its headquarters to 54,000 square feet of new space at 6045 East Shelby Drive in Memphis, Tenn.

Ductz Indoor Air Professionals.(Contractors)
November 3, 2008... Ductz Indoor Air Professionals (Ann Arbor, Mich.) appeared on the television show "Designing Spaces," educating viewers about IAQ.

Home Comfort Zones Inc. (Portland, Ore.) appointed Western Heating & Air Conditioning (Boise, Idaho).(Manufacturers)
November 3, 2008... Home Comfort Zones Inc. (Portland, Ore.) appointed Western Heating & Air Conditioning (Boise, Idaho) as its authorized dealer for the Boise, Idaho, market. Distribution

Industrial Controls Distributors LLC.(Distribution)
November 3, 2008... Industrial Controls Distributors LLC (Wanamassa, N.J.) hired Peter Tomczyk as branch sales manager for its Milwaukee office. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Nexstar Network.(Organization)
November 3, 2008... Nexstar Network (Little Canada, Minn.) selected Cube Six Inc. (Matthews, N.C.) to provide its members with ServMan, an enterprise management system software package.

Hydraulic Institute (HI).(Organizations)
November 3, 2008... The Hydraulic Institute (HI) made the educational presentations from its annual meeting available at its Website, www.pumps.org.

NCI announces acquisition of ISL.
November 3, 2008... SHEFFIELD LAKE, Ohio -- At the International Service Leadership (ISL) Owners Conference, it was announced that the National Comfort Institute (NCI) has acquired ISL. NCI has long been known as a leader in providing professional training on...

Preventing mold growth in hospitals: consultant encourages scrutiny of HVAC Design in health care facilities.(FOCUS: HEALTH CARE MARKET)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Mark Nunnelly will be the first to tell you that there are no guarantees to yield a zero mold growth in a health care facility. To prove his point, all the president of Nunnelly & Associates, based in Birmingham,...

Provide better value with better air-handling system.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
November 3, 2008... I read Joanna Turpin's editorial ["High Energy Bills Change Conversation"] in the Sept. 22 issue of The NEWS and was compelled to respond to the "Bad Ductwork" portion. I have been in the HVAC business since 1986, and all 22 years have...

Been there, done that.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
November 3, 2008... [Editor's note: This letter is in response to Mark Skaer's article "Striving for Super Efficiency," Sept. 8.] Having started in this business in '75, I guess that makes me an old timer, and I find myself amused at how so many "new"...

AHRI sponsors AHR Expo Mexico.(newsline)(Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute)(Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition)(Brief article)
November 3, 2008... MONTERREY, Mexico -- The Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) Mexico was held Sept. 22-24 in Monterrey, Mexico. According to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), a co-sponsor of the event,...

Unified Group hosts forum.(newsline)(Brief article)
November 3, 2008... BROADVIEW, Ill. -- More than 35 HVAC companies intend to improve their service departments as a result of The Unified Group's 2008 Service Management Forum held in Salt Lake City. The Unified Group members were able to share best practices...

ASHRAE, IFMA to sign MOU.(newsline)
November 3, 2008... ATLANTA -- The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) are entering into an agreement that increases cooperation between the two groups. ...

PSM adds four organizations.(newsline)
November 3, 2008... PARSIPPANY, N.J. -- Pump Systems Matter[TM] (PSM) partnered with four new sponsor organizations. New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Schneider Electric/Square D Co., and Sulzer...

Emerson hosts facility tour at Copeland compressor plant.(newsline)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ST. LOUIS -- Emerson Climate Technologies hosted a tour for St. Louis-area contractors at its Lebanon, Mo., Copeland Scroll[R] compressor plant. Various Emerson Climate divisions teamed up to provide a plant tour and...

IFMA survey reveals strategy.(newsline)
November 3, 2008... HOUSTON -- Facility managers are increasingly following a master plan when implementing sustainable practices and are tying their efforts to measurable goals and business strategy, according to the results of a new International Facility...

Thermal imaging cameras.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The i-Series thermal imaging cameras--the i40, i50, and i60--offer infrared (IR) diagnostic capabilities designed to help users find problems faster and more easily. The scalable picture-in-picture function allows...

Two-stage gas furnace.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The SmartComfort[TM] VS 95 natural gas furnace features 95 percent AFUE efficiency and easy installation, plus the comfort and energy efficiency of two-stage, variable-speed heating. The furnaces are available in...

Low-profile dehumidifier.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The CM100 compact dehumidifier is designed for confined spaces, high performance, and easy installation. Drawing 6 A, it removes up to 70 pints of water per day at 80[degrees]F and 60 percent relative humidity. The...

Portable MIG welder.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Millermatic[R] Passport[R] Plus is an all-in-one, 45-pound, suitcase-style MIG welder that can be carried to the jobsite. The package carries an 8-inch spool of wire and a gas bottle. According to the...

Universal Twinning/ Paralleling Kit.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The TK-400 Universal Twinning/Paralleling Kit is designed to allow a single thermostat to control two separate HVAC units and can also be expanded to control a total of four HVAC units. It can be used on common or...

Tankless water heater.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The T-K3-SP is the newest addition to the company's family of tankless water heaters. This unit is built specifically for smaller residential projects like single-family homes, apartments, or condos with no more than...

Light commercial Web temp. control.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... The JENEsys snap! is an application that automates the setup and operation of a Web-based temperature control application for light commercial properties including institutional, national account, or high-end residential buildings. The...

Gas furnace.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Plus 80x is a quiet and energy-efficient, high-quality gas furnace designed to help lower cooling costs. According to the manufacturer, it can increase the SEER level of one of the company's 13- or 14-SEER air...

Refrigeration compressor.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The miniature, variable-speed, hermetic, rotary refrigeration compressor utilizes a 24-V sensorless brushless dc motor. It is designed for use with refrigerant HFC134a, although other refrigerants are also...

Rechargeable flashlights.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Enhanced versions of the Stinger[R] LED and Stinger DS[TM] LED rechargeable flashlights offer extraordinary brightness and durability with new power C4[TM] LED technology. The new lights nearly double the brightness...

Split-ductless heat pump.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Mr. Slim[R] MSZ-FD (indoor unit)/ MUZ-FD (outdoor unit), part of the Mr. Slim M-Series high-efficiency, split-ductless heat pump system line, features increased energy effectiveness for superior performance, said...

Web-based monitoring software.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A new version of HOBOlink[TM], the company's Web-based energy and environmental monitoring software, is available. Compatible with the company's HOBO U30 GSM and Wi-Fi-based remote monitoring systems, HOBOlink...

Dual-fuel system.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Hybrid Heat[TM] dual-fuel system combines a furnace with a heat pump, rather than an air conditioner. According to the manufacturer, the system will allow homeowners to save money for years to come, since they...

Commercial estimating software.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESS)
November 3, 2008... D4Cost aids in estimating construction expenses, allowing users to access a historical library that includes more than 1,100 documented, completed projects. According to the company, the software is ideal for anyone in the commercial building...

Fighting off Legionnaires' disease.(FOCUS: HEALTH CARE MARKET)
November 3, 2008... More than 30 years ago, a sinister disease of unknown origin created a panic in Philadelphia. Several people attending an American Legion's convention in Philadelphia in late July 1976 became severely ill with flu-like symptoms and soaring...

Hospitals deal with energy costs.
November 3, 2008... Improving the quality of patient care while saving energy and being operationally efficient is a three-legged stool that many U.S. hospitals continually work to balance. For instance, the board of Evans Memorial Hospital, a 49-licensed bed...

The toughest investment you'll make: employee turnover can lead to big profits.(money talks)
November 3, 2008... This story begins the same way many an HVAC story does--with a technician choosing the highway rather than their owner's way. Often in this industry, a technician makes the decision to leave his employer and start a business of his own....

ACCA service managers step up during forum.(meeting update)
November 3, 2008... HOUSTON -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) put its first National HVACR Service Managers Forum into the annals of Texas history. Kevin Holland, ACCA vice president said, "This exceeded our wildest expectations. We actually...

Change management.(meeting update)
November 3, 2008... HOUSTON -- Service managers play a key role in the success of a contracting business. In addition to usually being the key technical troubleshooting resource in a company, they often manage the largest single department in the company. At a...

They have style, too.(meeting update)
November 3, 2008... HOUSTON -- Raise your hand if you think good communication skills are essential tools needed to be effective in your job? Keep your hand up if you think you do it well? Sarah Michel begins every training session on communication styles...

GreenChill looks at certification.(REFRIGERATION zone)
November 3, 2008... ORLANDO, Fla. -- The GreenChill Advanced Refrigeration Partnership continues to grow in membership, in the commitment of its members, and in new programs. In the latter are plans for a service contractor and technician certification through...

Refrigeration has more 'legal' feel.(REFRIGERATION ZONE: show report)
November 3, 2008... ORLANDO, Fla. -- Government regulations on everything, from such basic issues as what kind of vehicles you can drive and refrigerants you can use, to such loft y topics as carbon footprints and sustainability, are expected to become even more...

Refrigerant numbering system explained.(REFRIGERATION ZONE: ice breaker)
November 3, 2008... There are many different types of refrigerant used in our industry today. They are produced by several different manufacturers and have numerous ways of identification. One proper method of identification is referring to a refrigerant by its...

Digital capacity control for compressors.(REFRIGERATION ZONE: the professor)
November 3, 2008... [Editor's note: This is the third in a series of three columns about scroll compressors that began in the Sept. 1 issue of The NEWS and continued in the Oct. 6 issue.] Compressor capacity control is desirable for optimum system performance...

Honeywell secures global rights.(REFRIGERATION ZONE: the professor)
November 3, 2008... MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J. -- Honeywell has secured global rights from DuPont allowing the company to sell R-422D, a replacement for R-22 in refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. R-422D--a non-ozone-depleting hydrofluoro-carbon (HFC)...

Testing for leaks in refrigeration systems.(REFRIGERATION ZONE: field solutions: HILL PHOENIX TWEAKS TECHNOLOGY FOR LEAK DETECTORS)
November 3, 2008... Leak detectors are a familiar part of a technician's arsenal of service equipment. Sometimes familiar leak technology gets tweaked. That was the case when Hill Phoenix, a manufacturer of refrigeration systems for commercial installations, was...

Living green--change for the better.(industry news)
November 3, 2008... With the presidential election upon us this week, the word "change" is being tossed back and forth like a Frisbee. Regardless of which candidate you plan to vote for, one thing is certain; they all promise change. The funny thing is,...

Solar making a big comeback.(meeting update)
November 3, 2008... SAUGATUCK, Mich. -- The energy crisis has turned a lot of eyes to solar power as a source of sustainable and renewable energy. That statement was made 40 years ago and is being made again today. But this time, people are paying attention. ...

Treating the common code.(meeting update)
November 3, 2008... SAUGATUCK, Mich. -- The "bigs" rolled into a seaside resort town in Western Michigan to talk about changes in Michigan's residential and commercial codes. Phil Forner, owner of Allendale Heating Company Inc., Allendale, Mich., former ACCA...

I'm finally getting the green thing.(my two cents)
November 3, 2008... Going Green! I may be the only person who even occasionally writes for a national publication who has not yet written an article about green. Part of the reason is the fact that although I definitely believe in the concept of green, trying to...

Powell's ponderings: competitors share need for techs.(opinions: VIEWS AND INSIGHTS FROM THE EDITORIAL STAFF AND GUEST COLUMNISTS)(Editorial)
November 3, 2008... Contractors who are on the lookout for qualified service technicians know that getting them is only one-third of the equation. The next two steps involve training and keeping them. There are many dynamics in those last two and their relation to...

Skaer-tactics: why not Joe comfort specialist.(editors' blogs)
November 3, 2008... Unless we have a repeat of the 2004 "hanging chads" fiasco, this week we find out who will be the 44th president of the United States. It will not be Joe the Plumber, but John McCain certainly put Ohio plumber Joe Wurzelbacher in the limelight....

Gargard's world: polls, polls, and more polls.(editors' blogs)
November 3, 2008... During this election season, which thankfully comes to a close this week, we have been inundated with polls. And, of course, Senator Obama's staff cites polls in which he is ahead by double digits while Senator McCain's folks cite polls...

First Service Air Conditioning Contractors Inc. (Midland, Texas) became members.(Contractors)
November 10, 2008... First Service Air Conditioning Contractors Inc. (Midland, Texas) became members of the Unified Group (Broadview,III.).

RHP Mechanical Systems (Reno, Nev.) joined.(Contractors)
November 10, 2008... RHP Mechanical Systems (Reno, Nev.) joined the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Horizon Services Inc. (New Castle, Del.) was awarded the 2008 Community Service Award.(Contractors)
November 10, 2008... Horizon Services Inc. (New Castle, Del.) was awarded the 2008 Community Service Award from Nexstar[R] Inc. (Little Canada, Minn.) and the Nexstar[R] Legacy Foundation.

Networkcar[R] (San Diego) changed its name to Networkfleet[R].(Manufacturers)
November 10, 2008... Networkcar[R] (San Diego) changed its name to Networkfleet[R], effective immediately.

Tranter's (Wichita Falls, Texas) "A" line of Superchanger[R] Plate & Frame Heat Exchangers received the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute's (AHRI) certification.(Manufacturers)
November 10, 2008... Tranter's (Wichita Falls, Texas) "A" line of Superchanger[R] Plate & Frame Heat Exchangers received the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute's (AHRI) certification for liquid-to-liquid, plate-type heat exchangers.

Steril-Aire Inc.(Manufacturers)
November 10, 2008... Steril-Aire Inc. (Burbank, Calif.) appointed Robert O'Farrell as Southeastern regional manager.

Manitowoc Foodservice.(Manufacturers)
November 10, 2008... Manitowoc Foodservice (Manitowoc, Wis.) hired Rick Showers as the director of product management for the walk-in division. Distribution

W.W. Grainger Inc.(Distribution)
November 10, 2008... W.W. Grainger Inc. (Chicago) opened a new branch in Fremont, Calif., at 4700 Hannover Place.

Green Mechanical Council (GreenMech).(Organizations)
November 10, 2008... The Green Mechanical Council (GreenMech) is offering green awareness certification training Nov. 17 and 18 in Hartford, Conn.

Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA).(Organizations)
November 10, 2008... The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) launched its ComfortU training center. It allows contractors to participate in live, interactive training and provides access to online training archives.

Teacher sets the standard: Floyd Azbell captures NEWS' Annual Best Instructor Contest.(Worcester Technical High School)
November 10, 2008... NEWARK, Md.--Students never know what to expect when they attend a class taught by Floyd "Butch" Azbell. Then again, the HVACR instructor at Worcester Technical High School in Newark, Md., would not want it any other way. "Having a hard...

Women are decision-makers; you better be talking to them.(EXTRA EDITION)
November 10, 2008... Women Are Decision-Makers; You Better Be Talking to Them: According to a recently release survey by Pew Research Center, women are the key household decision-makers. When it comes to deciding on major home purchases, and other decisions, women...

Michigan passes energy legislation With EERS.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... LANSING, Mich. -- The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) reported that the Michigan legislature passed a significant utility Energy Efficiency Resource Standard (EERS) as a part of comprehensive energy legislation. The...

MCAA books Bob Costas.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... ROCKVILLE, Md.--The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) added a new speaker to its notable lineup of special guests scheduled for its 2009 convention Feb. 28-March 1 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Scottsdale,...

Unified Group meeting plans.(newsline)(Brief article)
November 10, 2008... BROADVIEW, Ill.--Unified Group members will be meeting with a group of over 50 peers at the 10th annual Owners' Forum in Puerto Rico, Nov. 12-15. With a group of attendees comprised of over 2,000 years of industry experience, many Unified Group...

Class notes.
November 10, 2008... To find out if/when and where these courses are offered or to find out about other course offerings, go to the "Training Track" section of www.achrnews.com COURSE TITLE: Basic Business Boot Camp SPONSORING ORGANIZATION: Grandy &...

Embraco wins Efficiency Award.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Embraco's President Ernesto Heinzelmann accepted the Stars of Energy Efficiency Award in Washington for development of the Embraco VCC compressor, which reduces energy consumption by up to 40 percent. He was awarded by...

Emcor sets safety standards.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... NORWALK, Conn. -- Emcor Group Inc. revised its corporate safety platform launching a new safety initiative, the Emcor Safety and Productivity Program (SPP). The program, which designates Emcor subsidiary companies that have earned SPP...

ECR, GE partner.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... KETTERING, Ohio--GE Money and ECR International announced a multi-year agreement to offer the GE Money Home DesignSM program on HVAC and hydronic equipment for both residential and commercial buildings. The private-label revolving credit card...

Chiller Group holds meeting.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Chiller Systems Group held its fall meeting at the Gaylord National Resort in National Harbor, Md. Hosted by John J. Kirlin, LLC, the meeting was attended by over 120 members and guests representing independent...

Aire Serv honors small business owners.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Aire Serv owners and corporate executives lobbied on Capitol Hill for small business owners during the International Franchise Association's 9th Annual Franchise Appreciation Day. "Franchise...

Top tech award.(newsline)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rex Boynton (right), president of North American Technician Excellence (NATE), congratulates Gary Hodges from Carthage, Miss., for his first-place finish in the 2008 NATE Certified Technician Competition recently...

Piping relining system.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A patented, "in-place" epoxy-based pipe restoration technology, ePIPE, restores failing copper and encrusted galvanized pipes to like-new condition. Ideal for homeowners and businesses that cannot afford the downtime...

Zone control dampers.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Green zone control dampers are powered normally open or normally closed 24 vac with an 88-pound torque motor; there is no wasted energy by springs to overcome or to be held open. According to the manufacturer, the...

Direct-drive blower motor.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Rescue[R] EcoTech--high-efficiency direct-drive blower motor installs into existing furnace and air-handling applications, offering increased indoor direct-drive blower performance and improved energy efficiency....

Gas pressure test kit.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The gas pressure test kit is used to measure gas pressure across appliance manifolds and can be used to test gas stoves, furnaces, dryers, and other gas appliances. According to the manufacturer, a gas pressure test...

Variable-speed gas furnaces.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Variable-speed modulating gas furnaces with electronically commutated motors (ECM) achieve up to 98 percent Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE). Available in York[R], Coleman[R], and Luxaire[R] brands, the...

Vent termination riser.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... The Field Vent Riser aids the user in dealing with a power vent termination when it comes out below grade or without enough ground clearance to meet code. It effectively raises the vent termination approximately 31 inches vertically. This...

Commercial condensing boiler.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... The Sync condensing boiler has an advanced touch screen control system (Smart Touch). The control system makes it easier than ever to set up a perfectly synchronized green system and allows access to a complete onboard database of real-time...

Inventory software interface.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... The Windows Mobile[R] interface utilizes hand-held devices with bar code scanning capabilities and a Windows Mobile operating system to receive purchase orders, post inventory to jobs, transfer inventory between inventory locations, and scan a...

Residential combustion analyzer.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Fyrite[R] InSight residential combustion analyzer is capable of providing up to 100 combustion, pressure, and temperature records. This five-in-one steady state combustion analyzer includes a room air carbon...

Variable-frequency inverters.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A series of variable-frequency inverters, CFW11, features the world's most advanced technology for three-phase ac induction motor control, according to the manufacturer. It offers efficiency ratings greater than 97...

Spray adhesive cylinder system.(what's new: PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO HELP CONTRACTORS IN THEIR BUSINESSES.)
November 10, 2008... FiberWeld is an efficient and cost-effective spray adhesive cylinder system for bonding duct liners and HVAC sheet and roll insulation, as well as other materials. With high temperature resistance and nonflammability, the spray adhesive allows...