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A residential split A/C system utilizing R-410A with a fixed orifice metering device has a customer complaint of “insufficient cooling.” The symptoms confirm that the thermostat is not satisfied, and the condensing unit and blower are running continuously. What are the “possible causes” with the following measured conditions on this field service check sheet? Find out here!

NEW at ACCA 2024 is ACCA’s “Technical Track,” designed for the everyday HVACR professional in the field! This new track features in-depth reviews of ACCA’s design manuals, education behind the importance of the contractor’s work on the business’s bottom line, panel discussions with HVAC professionals on common problems facing the industry, and much more! Learn more here.

One HR employee is talking to non-HR employees in our company about other employees’ pay. Are we allowed to prevent her from sharing other employees’ pay? Find out in this blog post from Federated Insurance.

In this edition of “Hey Ed,” Ed talks about the most important thing to follow in Manual D.

ACCA awards programs are the most prestigious in the industry as they genuinely recognize “the best of the best.” The extended nomination deadline ends THIS FRIDAY. Read more here.

Federal lawmakers have renewed their commitment to fortifying anti-discrimination protections for older workers with the proposed Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act (POWADA). What does this mean for employees as well as businesses? Find out more in this blog post.

In this edition of “Hey Ed,” Ed talks about why we reduce trunk ducts

It’s crucial to recognize that CO poisoning is entirely preventable. This blog aims to empower you with knowledge about CO, its symptoms, and practical measures to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Check out these tips from the U.S. EPA New England regional office to help you navigate the winter months with a focus on cleaner, healthier, and more cost-efficient heating options.

In this edition of “Hey Ed,” Ed talks about what J SHR is.

Limited funds and time constraints often pose significant challenges for businesses. Having a partner to manage work vehicles efficiently can help you regain control of your financial resources and time.

It happens. At some point, all of us have sent a technician on a service call that requires more training than they have. Perhaps it’s because they weren’t technically advanced enough to handle the issue and not communications-savvy enough to save the job. The question is, what do we do about it?   

Is a technician’s value deliverable based on technical skills only? The answer will depend on your experience and the pivotal events which helped to shape your career. What does that have to do with odor? Keep reading. 

In this edition of “Hey Ed,” Ed explains if it is acceptable to oversize a Single Stage Two Speed and a VRV Heat Pump

The EPA recently introduced two major rules. The HFC Refrigerant Management Rule, still in the proposal stage, and the finalized Technology Transitions Rule were put forward under the AIM Act to reduce the production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) by 85 percent over the next 15 years. Read more here.

Ron Smith, the visionary and trailblazer widely regarded as the father of the modern air conditioning service business, has passed away. Learn more about his legacy here.