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American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneering provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for healthcare facilities, colleges, universities, pharmaceutical companies, biopharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers, and government facilities. The Heat Loss Study offered by APM Steam includes a detailed site walk and thorough review of hot water,...

Hapman, a pioneer in the design and manufacture of custom bulk material handling equipment, is proud to announce its new test lab designed to help processors more accurately evaluate how materials will perform in conveying applications. The expanded facility allows customers to validate equipment selection, refine system design and reduce project risk before equipment is installed. Conveyors and integrated system tests The facility now accommodates bulk bag unloading and filling, higher-throu...

Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, today announced a major milestone in the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge with the launch of commercial field trials for its next-generation rooftop heat pump technology designed for broad commercial adoption. “After proving our innovation in the lab, we’re thrilled to show how it performs in operating commercial environments. Our engineering...

As Carrier Global Corporation works toward its vision to be the global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, the company in 2025 leveraged its unique knowledge and expertise to make a positive impact on the planet, people and communities. “Enhancing the lives we live and the world we share is more than just a commitment; it’s a call to action,” said Ashley Barrie, Executive Director, Corporate Social Responsibility, Carrier, adding “United with our em...

Bluon, the industry-pioneering AI and data company for HVAC contractors, announces the expanded availability of its integration within BuildOps, the first operations platform built for commercial HVAC service, project and equipment management. Following a successful trial period, the Bluon integration is now broadly accessible to BuildOps users, bringing Bluon’s proprietary AI and extensive equipment and parts database directly into BuildOps’ commercial HVAC workflows. This allows t...

mSupply, a pioneering North American distributor of appliance, HVAC and plumbing parts and equipment, has promoted Jason Scott to Northeast Regional Vice President. In this role, Scott will oversee operations for more than 40 locations, representing four HVAC business units: API of NH/Delta T, BellSimons, SASCO CASCO, and Total Air Supply. Level of excellence and customer-focused approach "Jason has been a quality, forward-thinking pioneer in a number of positions here at mSupply," said Keith...

QuickFitting®, a pioneering innovator in flame-free plumbing and HVAC technologies, announced now that its flagship product line, SurePress® press fittings, is now available nationwide through HD Supply, a premier distributor serving the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) market. With 71 SurePress SKUs stocked across HD Supply warehouses and the full assortment of 143 SKUs available via drop ship, QuickFitting gains expanded reach into key commercial and residential repair sector...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces a new partnership with PPATEC, the technical education provider for the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association. The first results of the partnership will be a pair of hands-on courses, led by seasoned BDR coaches at PPATEC’s Grantville, Pennsylvania, training facility. The first of these courses, Managing & Growing Service Profitably, will be tau...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, announces an expansion of its nationwide service offerings now to the Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. This expansion will provide local contractors, businesses, and HVACR communities with quick and easy refrigerant gas cylinder swaps through A-Gas’ Rapid Exchange® program, in addition to the existing Rapid Recovery® service.  DOT-certified refrigerant recovery cylinders “Rapi...

SmartAC, the premier B2B SaaS platform providing smart monitoring, analytics, and an end-to-end customer engagement for HVAC service providers to accelerate sustainable, long-term growth, has announced a strategic partnership with Simmons One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning™, a family-owned HVAC pioneer serving Fayetteville, Laurinburg, Pinehurst, and eight additional North Carolina markets. Through its partnership with SmartAC, Simmons One Hour continues to achieve over a 50% club me...

GF announced Javier Alarcón as the new Vice President of Finance for GF Building Flow Solutions Americas, effective Dec. 15, 2025. In this role, Javier will oversee all aspects of Finance and Accounting. He will report to GF Building Flow Solutions Americas President John Reutter, who previously served as the Vice President of Finance and held the role in an interim capacity. Javier will be a key member of the company’s Senior Management Committee. Prior roles of Javier  Jav...

KROHNE, a pioneer in the design and manufacture of high-quality magnetic flow meters (magmeters), announces a major commitment to the fast-growing data center sector by dedicating a significant portion of its annual production capacity to meet escalating demand. This strategic move is designed to support the infrastructure behind AI and cloud growth, where accurate, reliable flow measurement is essential to mission-critical cooling and process operations. Global standards for precision and dur...

Pfannenberg, Inc., a pioneer in thermal management and signaling technologies, proudly announces the new NEMA 3R certified PTF 1200. This additional version provides the same dependable features of the NEMA 12 fan, with the added benefit of 3R protection. Designed to redefine cooling solutions for various industries, this industry-pioneering high-CFM top-mounted filter fan is constructed with stainless steel for outdoor use. Its compact yet powerful innovation boasts an unimpeded airflow rate o...

Falls River Group (“FRG”) is pleased to announce that Daikin Applied Americas (“Daikin Applied”) has acquired the exclusive license to Sorbent Ventilation Technology® (“SVT®”) from enVerid Systems Inc. (“enVerid”), a recognized innovator in indoor air quality (“IAQ”) and energy-efficient HVAC solutions. FRG acted as the exclusive financial advisor to enVerid on this transaction. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. &ldquo...

mSupply, a pioneering North American distributor of appliance, HVAC and plumbing parts and equipment, is pleased to share that Bryce Koch has joined its team as Senior Vice President of Digital Innovation. Koch brings nearly 20 years of experience to this role, which was created to boost technology and e-commerce efforts at mSupply. He will focus on the distributor's digital ecosystem while providing strategic, customer-first direction for its Marketing and e-commerce teams. Modernize digital...

Infinitum, creator of the sustainable air-core motor, now announced it has received Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 Best Practices Award for Product Leadership in the North American Sustainable HVAC Motors industry. The award recognizes the highest-performing market participant that demonstrates excellence in innovation, business strategy and customer value. Efficiency, serviceability, and sustainability According to the report “2025 Frost & Sullivan Product Leadership Recog...

 A-Gas, a pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, is proud to support California’s recent regulatory changes by providing its PENGUIN™ Certified Reclaimed Refrigerants, which are fully compliant with the latest state requirements outlined in Assembly Bill (AB) 663. Criteria for certified reclaimed refrigerant AB 663, signed on October 1, 2025, clarifies California’s State Bill (SB) 1206 and establishes strict criteria for what qualif...

Commercial refrigeration Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) will now be able to utilize Danfoss’ Application Development Center (ADC) in Tallahassee, Fla., for their product testing needs.  Danfoss opened an additional chamber in the ADC specifically for the testing of food retail and commercial refrigeration equipment utilizing A3, A2L or non-flammable refrigerants.  With refrigerant and energy efficiency regulations necessitating product redesigns over the past few years,...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, is proud to support California’s recent regulatory changes by providing its PENGUIN™ Certified Reclaimed Refrigerants, which are fully compliant with the latest state requirements outlined in Assembly Bill (AB) 663. AB 663, signed on October 1, 2025, clarifies California’s State Bill (SB) 1206 and establishes strict criteria for what qualifies as a certified reclaimed refrigerant. Under the...

Housecall Pro’s 2025 Winter Virtual Summit brought together thousands of home service professionals for a full day of training, coaching and community-driven learning focused on the future of the trades. The free, semi-annual event featured Emmy® Award-winning host Mike Rowe, who spoke candidly about how AI is reshaping essential industries and eliminating administrative busywork—creating a once-in-a-generation moment in which skilled Pros will define the future of wo...

Grass America, a pioneering supplier of functional cabinet hardware solutions, highlights its Institutional Hinges, engineered specifically for the demanding needs of commercial environments. With a focus on durability, versatility, and ease of installation, Grass’ Institutional Hinges set a new standard for performance and reliability in high-traffic commercial settings. Constructed from premium zinc die-cast, Grass’ Institutional Hinges deliver extreme durability, ensuring long-la...

In facilities with high volumes of foot traffic, the constant opening and closing of doors not only lets in chilly air but can cause heating problems for the entire building. Cold drafts bring the temperatures down, so while main rooms benefit from the warmth of the building’s primary heating system, many other areas are left to deal with the arctic side effects. Vestibules, lobbies, entrance ways and hallways are frequently populated, so it’s imperative that facilities hunker down...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces its upcoming first-quarter 2026 schedule of BDRU (BDR University) courses. These interactive training sessions are designed for HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other home services contractors looking to sharpen their team’s skillset, strengthen their financial acumen and accelerate business growth. Real-world insights and actionable tools “The...

Carrier introduces i-Vu® Pro v10, a next-generation building automation system (BAS) designed to help facilities of all sizes enhance operational efficiency, collaboration, and resilience. Designed for seamless integration with Carrier HVAC equipment, i-Vu Pro v10 provides facility managers and technicians with powerful tools to support smarter building performance and more connected stakeholder engagement. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent clima...

DriSteem, a Madison Air company, is pleased to announce that Peter Solt has been designated as the key contact for its humidity control solutions at VTS Hungary, DriSteem’s independent representative serving the Hungarian market. In this role, Solt is responsible for developing and supporting humidification projects across Hungary, with a strong focus on industrial manufacturing and related markets. He brings extensive knowledge of both the industrial manufacturing and agricultural sector...

Women in HVACR, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, has teamed up with Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in the HVACR industry, to award 11 scholarships to outstanding female students blazing paths in the skilled trades. The scholarships, presented during the 2025 Women in HVACR Conference in Las Vegas, celebrate the next generation of women advancing in an industry historically underrepresented...

Prima Power, a global pioneer in sheet metal working manufacturing solutions, has appointed Fabrizio Anzalone as the new Chief Executive Officer of Prima Power LASERDYNE. LASERDYNE is a trusted pioneer in precision laser processing solutions for high-value components in demanding industries like aerospace, space, and energy. Anzalone’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for LASERDYNE. The growth of the space economy and data center infrastructure is driving demand for precision and autom...

GE Profile is turning laundry into a statement of design and performance with the latest evolution of its award-winning UltraFast Combo with Ventless Heat Pump Technology. Pioneering the way are two striking new finishes—Sapphire Blue and Jade Green—bringing a vibrant, design-forward aesthetic and personality to the laundry space. With a range of color options now available for consumers to choose, these premium finishes were rigorously tested for durability, lighting interaction, a...

Infinitum, creator of the sustainable air-core motor, has announced the appointment of Kevin Paprzycki as Chief Financial Officer. Kevin will oversee Infinitum’s financial strategy with a focus on driving growth and operational excellence as the company continues to rapidly expand market share across the commercial HVAC, data center and industrial sectors. Kevin brings more than 25 years of financial and operations leadership experience to Infinitum, with deep expertise in scaling cleante...

mSupply, a major North American distributor of HVAC, appliance and plumbing products, has relocated to a significantly larger warehouse to meet growing demand in Washington state and along the West Coast. The new Marcone Regional Distribution Center is located at 3201 SE Columbia Way in Vancouver, Washington's Columbia Business Center. It is 128% larger than the previous facility at 603 SE Victory Ave. At 80,000 square feet, the site features expanded parking, 10 additional loading docks and ro...