Ghana HVAC News & Trends

Baxi Heating becomes a part of the USER project, a consortium that includes Levelise, Ecuity Consulting, Energy Systems Catapult, and Durham University. With backing from The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) the project is testing innovative technology which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) in 350 homes that have a hot water cylinder to help balance the electricity grid every time the householder turns on the hot tap or takes a shower. Grid-Interactive Water Heat...

Regular hand washing, social distancing, and wearing a mask are the best ways to prevent the spread of viruses like COVID-19 when out in public. But now more than ever, safety precautions are just as important in the home. What does the user need to know to keep their home safe from the spread of COVID-19 and other viruses? Which disinfectants are the most effective? What’s the safest way to use them? And what’s the difference between cleaning and disinfecting? Isaac is here to answ...

Tom Nugent plays a pivotal role as a leader at the Buffalo branch – and an even larger part in the community. Over the last few months, Tom and his team completed seven Habitat for Humanity installations and they walked in a First Responder Parade in Lancaster, NY. He also presented at BOCES and at a number of career fairs across the region. “It's about serving the community that gives so much to us," he says. Intensive training program In addition to his many passions, Tom is a p...

Proper air circulation in buildings helps keep employees and customers healthy and comfortable within the premises. Businesses that have reopened need to achieve quality airflow, in order to reduce the risk of airborne viruses and pollutants. This is more than a convenience, as it’s a New York State (NYS) mandate. Air circulation has two main categories: Total air circulation - The cubic feet per minute (CFM) of air moved through the HVAC system. This has a direct impact on indoor air...

Springtime is the perfect chance to get the house prepared for a hot, humid, and uncomfortable summer. Maintaining the current A/C or installing a new A/C unit could be just what one needs to make sure the family stays comfortable. Advantages of having air conditioning installed include: Greater comfort for living, sleeping, and entertaining. Maintaining a comfortable, efficient temperature. Controlling humidity – minimizing damage to vulnerable areas of the house. Reducing pollen a...

Today, the workforce looks a lot different than it did prior to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. It looks different at Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning as well. As safety regulations have changed, Isaac has adapted to ensure their customers and team members stay healthy and safe. ITEC’s sanitized classrooms Isaac takes great pride in knowing that they have extended safety precautions into their classrooms as well As everyone is ready to walk into a ‘new normal’ on the...

The warmer weather is a welcomed sight for many homeowners. After a hot and humid day in the sun, it’s a relief to walk into the cool, air-conditioned air of the home. The last thing the user wants is to find that the air conditioning has stopped working. Forgetting or avoiding the annual maintenance on the air conditioner or heat pump can lead to interruptions in the equipment working properly. The longer the user goes without maintenance, the more dirt and debris will build up in the fi...

Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning are committed to training and are the best technicians in the business. To fulfill this commitment, Isaac is opening a brand new training and education facility. This new facility will provide hands-on experience with heating, A/C, electrical, and plumbing. “There isn’t a heating and air conditioning company in the country that’s doing what we’re doing,” said Ray Isaac, President at Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning. Isaac Train...

The user is used to seeing Isaac’s red vans parked in the driveway or the driveways of the neighbors, also about half of Isaac’s business is supporting the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration needs of commercial establishments. These are the stand-alone businesses, apartment buildings, restaurants, and warehouse the user work in and drive by every day. Climate-Conditioning Services “Isaac offers expert climate-conditioning services – from a new ins...

Summer and winter temperatures challenge the home’s energy systems in different ways. Many homes suffer from uneven cooling (and heating). The Arzel Zoning system is the ideal solution to solve these problems all year long. Eliminate too hot upstairs/too cold downstairs issues in the summer, and enjoy even heating of all rooms in the winter. Arzel Zoning adds comfort Arzel Zoning makes cooling or heating of any area as easy as turning on a light switch. Called forced air zoning...

In the late 1990s, standby generators were thought of like central air was in the 1970s. It was not very common and something few people had. Today, however, they’re becoming a lot more popular. In fact, many brand new homes are often built with backup generators, increasing the home’s desirability and resale value. Backup/standby generators Smaller than an air conditioning unit, modern backup generators are quiet and generate enough power to run the entire house. Home owners can t...

A whole-house energy system with a standby generator. Here are 10 important reasons why and advantages: Power all or just a portion of the home during an outage – choose selected circuits and equipment, or every electrical aspect Today’s smart generators “sense” when the power goes off and startup (and then shut off) automatically Protect the home from frozen pipes and other issues while keeping the family comfortable and safe Eliminate issues and hassles of using p...

If the user wants to truly become a Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) professional and do things the right way every time, Isaac can help the user get there. Isaac has a direct route for the user to learn the trades. Whether they want to focus on heating and A/C or plumbing and electrical, Isaac can help. It’s all about the desire to learn and have a passion for what the user is doing. If they are starting from scratch, Isaac has a solution. Many times, Isaac meets someone who’s l...

Isaac technicians receive more hands-on training in the first six weeks of their employment than installers and service staff at other heating and air conditioning companies typically receive throughout their careers. This extensive training is offered by Isaac University. This is the dedicated training center of Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning. Also, the training program is modeled by companies across the country, inside and outside of the HVAC industry, as THE standard for technical...

Each year, strong windstorms drive home the value of having a generator ready when the power goes out. Isaac sells safe, reliable natural gas- or propane-powered generators. Here are five reasons these are an excellent choice for home, based on safety, peace of mind, and reliability. Standby generator advantages Automatically go on when the power goes off The user doesn’t need to go into the snow, pull the generator out, and fill it with gas with frozen fingers while trying to read...

In August 2018, Isaac announced that its nationally recognized Isaac University (Isaac U) is partnering with Monroe Community College (MCC) in Rochester. This partnership also makes Isaac U coursework completed by Isaac technicians eligible for up to 18 college credits at MCC. Program features Isaac U’s program features full-time instructors, dedicated classrooms, and a special 1,800-sq. ft. technician lab. This lab in Rochester is providing an in-field service exper...

When Isaac talks to its clients, it likes to learn about their entire home. This is to make sure they are as comfortable as possible in their home. Isaac is often asked to refer a contractor to protect finished basements, remedy blown fuses, or fix plumbing. This comes in the form of requests for plumbing services or electricians. “HVAC, electrical, and plumbing are so interconnected. The majority of furnace and air conditioning installations require all three areas of expertise,” s...

For one reason or another, a home still does not have air conditioning. Maybe the user installed a system several years ago and found themself hoping it would continue to work even on the hottest summer days or maybe the home was built without an A/C system. In either case, Isaac has the process, performance, and price that will help keep the user cool in summer. Whether Isaac needs to install A/C for the first time or it is upgrading the current system, a project manager can thoroughly assess...

Winter’s coming – and no one wants to be stranded in the cold. It's time to let the experts at Isaac ensure that the furnace is fully prepared with furnace preparation for fall. Furnace Tips Turn the furnace on before actually needing it. Most breakdowns happen on the first startup. This will ensure to catch any issues before the cold weather hits. Get a furnace Precision Tune-Up and Safety Inspection (PTSI). This is more than a cleaning. Isaac runs 26 different checks to i...

It’s too early to predict what winter will bring, but Isaac is already thinking about optimizing users’ home's comfort and safety. Reverse the Ceiling Fans Here’s an easy way to circulate warm air in the home. The fan blades should be running in a clockwise direction. This action pushes rising heat back down into the room. Prevent Ice Dams Were icicles hanging around the home last year? It probably means warm air is leaking from the attic due to inadequate insulatio...

Spring is in the air and so are allergens. If anyone at home suffers from seasonal allergies, the user knows just how uncomfortable it can be. The home’s air quality is important. Isaac’s team improves the comfort and efficiency of the home with a little spring cleaning. Duct Cleaning  Cleaning the ducts will reduce allergens and bacteria in the air. Some duct cleaning advantages include: Removing dust, mildew, pet hair, and other indoor air pollutants Improving the effici...

From thermostats and cameras to doorbells, door locks, alarms, and more, home automation continues to connect homeowners. Nest, a home-automation products provider (and the preferred partner of Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning) introduced the ultimate in automated protection against a water catastrophe: LeakSmart. Having a Smart Home with a LeakSmart device helps protect the home from water leaks. It automatically shuts off the water main in five seconds or less after detecting water. Better...

The colder temperatures are almost here. The user has done everything they can to get the home ready. Insulation’s been added; windows and doors are sealed, and finally upgraded to a smart thermostat. Everything looks great, so let’s bring it on, winter. Except, the furnace just quit. The user’s sitting in a cold home and staring at a potentially gigantic problem. The user could avoid the unrepairable furnace and the inconvenience of being without heat if the user is payi...

Company growth means opportunities for every Isaac employee. Isaac would like to take a moment to recognize the accomplishments that Leslie Young has achieved. Leslie has been instrumental in Isaac’s growth. Leslie joined Isaac as a branch coordinator in 2014. Experience At a young age, Leslie’s dad instilled a work ethic that drove her to pursue the highest level of success. Her hard work paid off. When the opportunity came, Isaac looked no further than Leslie to lead the Avo...

The important players of the industry continue to take their place at the International ISK-SODEX, the foremost HVAC&R industry meeting point of the Eurasia Region to be held at Tüyap Fair Congress and Convention Centre between September 29 and October 2, 2021. Healthy Air Conditioning Systems, which are on the agenda of the whole world with the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, will also form the focal point of the ISK-SODEX. About ISK-SODEX 2021 Organized by Hannover Messe Sode...

Thermo King, a brand of global climate innovator Trane Technologies announced that it will invest more than $100 million over the next three years to deliver a fully electric product in every segment of the cold chain by 2023. The company’s all-electric portfolio, branded evolve™, will include electric refrigeration solutions for truck, trailer, rail, air, and marine transport in North America, Latin America and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) regions. The evolve portfolio al...

The COVID-19 pandemic closed K-12 schools across the United States of America (USA). Students and teachers, as well as parents, had to adapt to remote learning. Educators did the best they could with the resources available, but there is no substitute for in-person learning. The COVID-19 pandemic is not over, however, schools have reopened. Some schools enforce social distancing and mask-wearing mandates. They have also increased cleaning and disinfecting efforts, and are making improvements to...

Over the last decades heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems became significantly more energy efficient. This is immensely important as they are one of the largest energy-consuming loads in commercial and residential buildings. Smooth performance of the systems requires careful installation, thorough cleaning, and regular maintenance. Running an HVAC system (energy) efficiently is challenging because of constantly changing variables: people entering and leaving a building, changing...

TROX, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-quality ventilation equipment, has re-joined the association, Eurovent Middle East, after a year of absence, renewing its commitment to joint industry initiatives, in the fields of standardization, education and raising awareness. TROX has been active in the Middle East for over 50 years, providing ventilation equipment to a wide range of prestigious projects. efficient ventilation solutions In light of the increasing importance of adequate and e...

Users are introduced to the Kanomax Climomaster Hot-Wire Anemometers – 6501 Series models and probes. Kanomax covers what is included with these instruments, their features, benefits, and differences, applications, and operating procedures. Climomaster anemometers are research grade handheld hot-wire anemometers that promises level 2% m.v. accuracy, making it the most accurate hot-wire airflow meter in the world. It offers a ton of flexibility and options, including 8 different probes typ...