Women in Energy announces “Webinar Wednesdays” for November

October 17, 2022

Women in Energy announced its popular "Webinar Wednesdays" are returning in November. These lunchtime talks begin at 12:15pm EST and last 30–45 minutes. These free webinars cover a variety of topics, including: Nov. 9: "Generac …

Emerson unveils new HVACR blog platform to address industry’s top challenges

October 15, 2022

Emerson has launched the E360 Blog, a new platform that serves as an extension to Emerson's previous Climate Conversations blog. The new blog covers a broader range of industry topics in refrigeration, air conditioning and …

SunTouch introduces Certified Installer Program for contractors

October 14, 2022

SunTouch, a Watts brand focused on electric radiant heating, has announced the introduction of its new Certified SunTouch Installer Program. Contractors can now become certified experts on a system used and trusted by a million …

EIA expects most U.S. households to pay more for heating this winter

October 13, 2022

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects most U.S. households will pay more to heat their homes this winter. In its 2022 Winter Fuels Outlook, EIA forecasts higher U.S. residential energy prices compared with last …

Johnson Controls offers emergency rebates on HVAC equipment for Hurricane Ian victims

October 12, 2022

Johnson Controls is taking steps to assist eligible homeowners who live and work in areas affected by Hurricane Ian. Effective immediately, the company is providing emergency relief rebates on qualifying heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) …

Bell & Gossett launches new Glycol Make-up Unit GF60

October 11, 2022

Bell & Gossett, a Xylem brand, has unveiled an updated version of its Glycol Make-up Unit (GMU) GF60, a pressurized solution designed for closed hydronic heating or cooling systems. The Bell & Gossett Glycol Make-up Unit …

Summers & Zims Handles Multi-Oil Boiler Install

October 10, 2022

There have been a lot of creative ways to provide emergency heat to buildings during no-heat situations, but maybe none as original as a project completed earlier this year at an upscale rural property near …

Venting Condensing Appliances with Polypropylene Pipe: Part 1

Over the last 10–15 years, installing high efficiency gas-fired condensing appliances has become quite common in residential and light-commercial applications. The industry has been moving towards higher efficiency products and utility companies have and will …

What is the Weight of a Heating Degree Day?

Savvy fuel dealers have long been aware of the dollar value of a heating degree day to their business. With this realization, many have purchased a weather-hedging product over the years to protect their vital …

Honeywell SmartValves™: Part 8

Part 8, from the Sep/Oct 2022 Indoor Comfort Parts 1 & 2, from the Jul/Aug and Sep/Oct 2021 Indoor Comfort can be found here. Part 3, from the Nov/Dec 2021 Indoor Comfort can be found here. Part 4, from the Jan/Feb 2022 Indoor Comfort can be …