Video marketing is crucial for plumbing and HVAC contractors to stand out and build credibility. Using smartphones for easy video creation and sharing on platforms like YouTube helps contractors become trusted industry experts.
The LG Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump, which was just awarded the 2025 AHR Innovation Award in the Sustainable Solutions category, underscores the company’s ongoing research and development efforts for products under cold conditions.
Available for either rooftop or indoor applications, the HE7X’s 1,750 to 7,700 CFM offers an additional airflow range between the HE Series’ HE6X (1,500 to 6,600 CFM) and the HE8X (2,000 to 8,800 CFM).
The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association Technical Education Center (PPATEC) trains HVAC/R and hydronic technicians in Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
I recently visited PPATEC, where passionate instructors prepare HVAC/R technicians through hands-on training. Their immersive courses often lead to job offers before graduation. Military veteran Ben Farber is a standout example of the program's impact, showcasing the bright future of skilled trades.
Modine has enhanced its Hot Dawg unit heaters based on feedback from trusted contractors. The Hot Dawg Gas-Fired Unit Heater now includes a dimpled heat exchanger tube, which boosts efficiency and replaces internal baffles, resulting in reduced noise levels.
The award is presented every two years to a nominee with attributes including technical mastery and a passion for hydronic technologies, demonstrated leadership as an educator and mentor, and an aptitude for cultivating fundraising opportunities for industry causes.