Fuel Price Increases Impact the Industry
Fast-rising fuel costs are affecting contractors as gasoline prices hit a nationwide average of $4.25 a gallon on March 9. […]
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Attend a Committee Meeting and See What It’s All About!
ACCA depends on volunteers to help guide the team as we develop and create products, services, and programs to meet […]
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Buyer Beware
Starting January 1, 2023, the Department of Energy will be updating its energy efficiency standards for HVACR equipment. In addition to this, regional standards in the South and Southwest will be based on the date of installation, not the date of manufacture. These regulations could make existing supply shortages worse, and open the doors for distributors to shift responsibility to the customer. It is more important than ever for the industry to be ready for these standards, and to join the fight against them.
An Employee Retention Strategy
This article originally appeared here. The U.S. continues to experience a labor shortage across many industries and roles. Since April […]
Corporate Partner Spotlight: Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS)
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) is the industry’s one stop shop for all things HVAC. John Androski, METUS Director […]
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Join ACCA for Panel on EPA’s Disposable Cylinder Ban at ACCA 2022 Conference & Expo
ACCA will be hosting a panel discussion and breakfast at ACCA 2022, focusing on how the EPA’s disposable cylinder ban will affect the industry. ACCA, along with HARDI and PHCC have been fighting the EPA’s ban on non-refillable cylinders for HFC refrigerants, which is set to go into effect in 2025 and 2027.
Hey Ed, What’s the Deal with Rusty Flue Pipes?
In this edition of “Hey Ed”, Ed discusses what the deal is with rusty flue pipes when talking about system […]
CODE WARS: Press-Connect Fittings VS. Brazing for Refrigeration
There has been a “code war” raging over eliminating the use of listed press-connect fittings for refrigeration currently allowed by […]
Website Builders vs. Hiring A Professional | RYNO Strategic Solutions
This article originally appeared here. Website Builders vs. Hiring A Professional So, your company needs an online presence and […]
Providing for Our Industry Through Thick and Thin
As 2022 progresses, I’d like to take the time to share a few member benefits to help you have a […]
FMLA Leave Concurrent with Vacation and Sick Leave?
The Question of the Month is provided by Enquiron®, a company wholly independent from Federated Insurance. Federated provides its clients […]
Attend Codes & Coffee Live at ACCA 2022!
ACCA’s Codes & Coffee is a monthly webinar focusing on the latest codes and standards issues facing the HVACR industry. […]
Hey Ed, Is Condensate Always Trapped?
In this edition of “Hey Ed”, Ed discusses if condensate is always trapped or not.
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Carbon Monoxide and Your Responsibility Part Two
In part two of Carbon Monoxide and Your Responsibility, we dive into some of the typical ways to test a furnace for carbon monoxide. Last month, we discussed types of combustion and some high-level items to check while on service calls. Now we’ll review popular test methods for checking combustion in gas furnaces.
Join the Celebration at ACCA 2022
ACCA Corporate Partner, Emerson, has a lot to celebrate at this year’s ACCA Annual Conference & Expo, March 28-30 in […]
Tech Challenge – March 2022
A rooftop system utilizing R-410 A with a fixed orifice has a customer complaint of insufficient cooling. The symptoms confirm […]
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Throwing Shade – How Important Is It?
Do you like the sun shining on your face on a cold winter morning? ACCA’s Ed Janowiak does, but that’s not the case on a hot summer day. Strategies like opening the blinds to take advantage of the free BTU’s in the winter, and pulling the blinds closed to keep the sun out in the summer are great ways to stay shady. But, do these strategies help to get more run time out of your system?
ACCA Applauds New Legislation Protecting Copyrights for Codes and Standards Developed by Non-Profits
As an official American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited Standards Development Organization (SDO), ACCA stands with ASHRAE, IAPMO, the International […]
ACCA Launches New ACCA MIX Group® Speed Networking and Reception Program at 2022 Conference
(ACCA) is pleased to announce a new and improved ACCA MIX Group Speed Networking and Reception event, sponsored by Scorpion, […]
