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The ACCA HVAC Blog is focused on helping professional contractors run smarter, better businesses. Led by contractors themselves, who know firsthand the technology and cultural changes that are transforming old-school trades into a high-tech, dynamic, and driven industry. ACCA HVAC Blog is where forward-thinking contractors go for daily content to feed their passion for success.
ACCA’s committees met in person during ACCA 2023 in New Orleans. Being together in person increased the energy and boosted collaboration among committee members, staff, and guests at the meetings. However, we still need your help!
Want to know how to check a dual-run capacitor under load? Find out how to calculate microfarads in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”
MAX Service Group, a prominent provider of heating, cooling, and plumbing services in the Midwest, recently announced the recipients of the $1,000 MAX Scholarships for Leadership. Read more in this blog.
During the summer months, technicians often find themselves working in sweltering attics, where temperatures can exceed 140°F and even reach 170°F. These extreme conditions can lead to dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, or even heat stroke, which is considered a medical emergency. Learn more in this blog.
One of the biggest advantages of being an ACCA member is that the ACCA team is fighting for you and your business at all levels of the government. Whether on Capitol Hill or with federal agencies like the Department of Labor or Department of Energy, we’re fighting for you!
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I was at a technical conference recently and I heard the presenter use the word “hope.” Now I’m not a person who will quickly reject the idea of applying hope to a situation or a set of circumstances. But I would also like to think that in the technical environment, it’s not something we would ever rely on. This presenter was talking about one of my favorite topics: heat pumps. Read more in this members-only blog.
Retaining the attention of your employees and new hires during training can be difficult. Read this blog to learn some tips on how to keep your training engaging.
According to the Employee Benefits Research Institute (EBRI), many individuals with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) fail to fully utilize the tax benefits associated with their accounts. Learn more on how to take advantage of these tax savings on this blog.
Want to know how to calculate the target superheat of a residential air conditioner and heat pump? Find out how in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”
Is it legal to hire someone for 30 days as an independent contractor and then switch them to employee status if they work out?
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30 and includes the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more about how to prepare for the unexpected.
The answer to the ACCA HVAC Blog May Tech Challenge is here! Check out this blog to see if you were able to find the answer!
Week five (May 29-31) is Solving Challenges Together, which addresses some of the issues that we face as a global community, including extreme weather events and water scarcity. Read more in this blog.
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Alternative refrigerants are being used to replace HFC refrigerants in various applications, including refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps. Learn more in this members-only blog.
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical was announced as the 2023 ACCA Residential Contractor of the Year at the ACCA 2023 Conference & Expo in New Orleans, LA, on April 2, 2023. Check out this article from ACCA Now to find out their secrets!
Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm speaks to ACCA contractors as presented at ACCA 2023 Conference and Expo in New Orleans, LA. Click here to watch the video and hear her call to action!
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Last week, Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) reintroduced S.1706, the Main Street Tax Certainty Act, which would make the Section 199A deduction for small businesses structured as ‘S-corporations’ or ‘pass-through entities’ permanent. Read more on this members-only blog.
Week four (May 22-28) is Advocate for Your Community, which highlights tips and tools to help advocate for building safety in your community. Read more in this blog.
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently made several updates to its COVID-19 technical assistance document. Read this blog to find out more.
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HFC refrigerants are being phased out due to their high global warming potential (GWP). The “natural” refrigerant R-290 (propane) has emerged as an increasingly viable low-GWP alternative. However, current US safety standards limit refrigeration system charges to 0.33 lbs (150g). Read more in this members-only blog.
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