Minnick’s whole-house approach to providing energy solutions can surprise its customers.

The use of building information modeling software when designing green projects is increasing as more engineers and mechanical contractors understand how BIM’s energy simulation and prefabrication components enable sustainable outcomes for large projects such as industrial buildings, schools and hospitals.

M&G DuraVent has received more key approvals for PolyPro venting systems. Bryant 900 series, Carrier 59 series, Day & Night 90+, Heil 90+, all 2012 Payne models and Tempstar 90+ furnaces have all approved the use of PolyPro single-wall concentric and flex with their appliances.

Daikin McQuay’s Rebel is the first 3 ton to 12 ton rooftop/heat pump unit incorporating variable refrigerant flow inverter scroll compressors and is the first AHRI-certified, VAV, air-to-air heat pump.

ROTHENBERGER USA introduces the ROSCOPE 1000 Video Scope, a versatile high-performance handheld battery-powered inspection device designed for plumbers and HVAC contractors to quickly and easily inspect connection and collector pipes.

General Pipe Cleaners’ Gen-Eye Micro-Scope provides the versatility to inspect small drain lines and many toilet traps, or hard-to-reach places such as ductwork, furnaces and crawlspaces.

The REHAU Smart Controls system is designed for mid-range commercial buildings and addresses energy-saving goals by facilitating intelligent integration and optimization of a building’s HVAC system components.

The Rheem H2AC Rooftop Unit features eSync Integration Technology and delivers air conditioning and water heating from a single source.