Inventor creates easy way to access HVAC units for servicing
An unnamed InventHelp inventor from Wisconsin Rapids, WI, has developed an easy way to access HVAC units for servicing (AVZ-2028). "I work in the HVAC industry and I thought there should be a way for technicians …
EEE’s technical education schedule released
The Eastern Energy Expo (EEE) has released its Technical Education schedule. The classes, set for May 23-25, will be held at the Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT. Monday, May 23 How to Turn Today’s Information Into Tomorrow’s …
Superior Plus buys Kamps Propane and Kiva Energy for $240M
Superior Plus Corp. announced it has completed the previously announced acquisition of the equity interests of Kamps Propane, Inc., High Country Propane, Inc., Pick Up Propane, Inc., Competitive Capital, Inc. and Propane Construction and Meter …
Eastern Energy Expo attendee registration opens; Granby becomes sponsor
Eastern Energy Expo (EEE) has announced online attendee registration is open. The show will return to an in-person event and the opportunity for attendees, sponsors and exhibitors to connect and network. The two-day trade show will …
Important Notice: Action Required
Electric utilities are converting customers to “clean, renewable” energy. Shouldn’t you be? You may have received a notice like this in the mail recently. If you haven’t, rest assured—it is coming. The letter goes something like …
The Humidifier Solenoid Valve
Solutions to common frustrations A common frustration among homeowners who have installed and used a whole-house humidifier in their HVAC system is a malfunctioning solenoid valve. A solenoid valve is a control unit that uses electricity …
Thermostats, Fan Board Efficiency & Technology….
We sure have come a long way from the old Honeywell T87 Thermostat and the combination Fan & Limit control. I’d like to share some of the things I’ve learned and perhaps some you may …
Can High Temperature Radiation Work with Condensing Boilers?
There have been many condensing boilers installed during the past few years that operate with natural or propane gas as their fuel source. They are called “high-efficiency” boilers because they have efficiency ratings in the …
U.S. gasoline and diesel prices declined slightly the week after their March 14 peak
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration's (EIA) Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update, on March 21, the U.S. regular retail gasoline price across all formulations (conventional and reformulated) averaged $4.24 per gallon (gal), and the …
L Catterton buys LTP Home Services Group
Private equity firm L Catterton is acquiring LTP Home Services Group, a leading residential plumbing and HVAC services platform operating in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, from Thompson Street Capital Partners. TSCP will retain a …