About

Timmie McElwain

Timmie M. McElwain, is President of Gas Appliance Service, which provides training and consulting for those servicing gas combustion equipment. He is one of the top experts in gas-fired heating and water heating and has over 50 years experience in the industry, including 28 with a New England utility. He is a certified instructor and test proctor for the Propane Gas Association in their CETP program and has written numerous articles and texts on gas service.

Watts launches “March Matchup” eLearning campaign

February 25, 2025

Watts has announced its upcoming eLearning campaign, “March Matchup,” designed to capture the excitement of the college basketball season while providing valuable product education. Running through March 31, this challenge will spotlight Watts’ Connected Commercial Solutions, with a focus on Leak Defense and Nexa Intelligent Water Management. Participants will gain access to 30 pre-selected eLearning […]

NEFI names Dotson as Manager Of Government Affairs

February 24, 2025

The National Energy & Fuels Institute (NEFI) is pleased to announce Liam Dotson as its new Manager of Government Affairs. He brings a diverse background in advocacy, legislative analysis and political action committee (PAC) management and compliance, along with valuable experience as a former small business owner. Dotson previously served as Compliance Associate at Multistate […]

Beckett introduces the RF Burner

February 20, 2025

R.W. Beckett unveiled its latest innovation in heating technology—the RF Burner. The Beckett RF Oil, Biodiesel & Renewable Diesel Burner is UL Listed and rigorously tested for use with up to 100% biodiesel (B100), 100% renewable diesel (R100), and traditional #1 and #2 fuel oils. This burner is engineered to meet the evolving demands of […]

AUX AIR USA Introduces Inverter Ducted System

February 19, 2025

AUX AIR USA, a subsidiary of the global residential HVAC manufacturer AUX, has released its new Inverter Ducted System. “Inverter Ducted System is designed with both contractors and homeowners in mind, offering a balance of efficiency, reliability and simplicity,” said Matt Lacey, VP of East Coast U.S. Sales for AUX AIR USA. The Inverter Ducted […]

Bringing the Next Generation Forward

February 17, 2025

  You have had a long career as a technician and then a trainer of technicians. Can you tell us a bit about your background? I started in this trade some 36 years ago as a field tech in training. Within eight years, I was promoted to Service Manager, overseeing five techs and 3,000 customers. […]

Buy, Sell or Hold

Understanding your company’s true value As I sit at my desk on a mild November day, I’m struck by the unpredictability of our industry. Who knows what the weather will throw at us in the coming months or how the price of oil will fluctuate. It’s a mystery how the economy will fare after a […]

Controls for Universal Electronic Fan Timers, Part 1

This article will be the first of two parts covering the ST9120U-1011 Universal Electronic Fan Timers from Honeywell. Keep in mind that there are other companies that produce similar controls, leading to many similarities among the controls. This allows for some interchangeability among manufacturers, such as White Rodgers. The ST9120U-1011 will replace all the other […]

How Will the Post-Election Landscape Impact Your Growth Potential?

The re-election of Donald Trump and the GOP’s control of both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives signal a fundamental economic and regulatory shift are likely on the way for the third time in eight years. With unified control of the Federal Government, the expected flurry of executive orders and new congressional initiatives that […]

Registration open for PERC’s Propane Sales Forum

February 13, 2025

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) announced that its Propane Sales Forum: Learning & Action for Business Growth will take place May 20–21 at Swissotel in Chicago, IL. Designed specifically for propane marketers who are sales professionals, this two-day event will feature presentations and tools from industry leaders. Participants will leave with ready-to-use deliverables, […]

Weil-McLain Refreshes Its Century-Old Brand

February 11, 2025

Weil-McLain, provider of hydronic comfort heating systems for over a century, announced a rebranding initiative that “reflects its commitment to customers, a legacy of dependability and a vision for the future of hydronics.” Launching at the 2025 AHR Expo, the world’s largest HVAC trade show, the refreshed brand highlights Weil-McLain’s focus on high-efficiency, climate-conscious advancements […]