Gas Furnaces News & Trends

The power grid is undergoing a transformation to keep pace with the rising energy demands of our modern era. This shift is driven by major trends such as the electrification of transportation and HVAC systems, as well as the rapid expansion of AI and renewable energy. Smart Grid The goal is to evolve the traditional electric infrastructure into a more advanced To enhance capacity, resilience, and adaptability, the goal is to evolve the traditional electric infrastructure into a more advanced...

On Wednesday, 16 April 2025, at 16:30, CAREL will hold a new free webinar in English titled 'How STone Generative AI can simplify and add value to the daily work of a software designer in the HVAC/R industry.' The webinar will focus on the typical problems faced daily by those who develop software for HVAC systems and will show how a generative AI model can accelerate and improve the coding, testing, and validation of application software, maximizing development efficiency and quality. Smarter...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant and fire suppressant management, acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. (RSI), a recognized brand in the Canadian refrigerant industry. The acquisition, finalized in late March 2025, further solidifies A-Gas' position as a world pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services. Strengthening Commitment It ensures that customers receive the maximum value and benefit of lif...

Trane Technologies a global climate innovator, is revolutionizing mission critical operations with the development of two new air-cooled chiller offerings – Magnetic Bearing chillers and Ascend chillers for facility chilled water-cooling applications. Trane’s Magnetic Bearing Chiller provides unparalleled cooling capacity to address the escalating capacity needs of data center thermal management systems. Introduction of the Ascend chiller platform for data centers provides even grea...

Women in HVACR, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, has announced its new 2025 sponsorship levels. This will bring more value to contractor members and allow them to support women in the trades. Supporting Tradeswomen “After listening to feedback from our members, we are taking the opportunity to revamp our sponsorships to add more value for our contractors,” said Women in HVACR President Kr...

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation is expanding its online offerings to better serve the growing needs of the plumbing and HVACR community, making it a central hub for proper education, training and certification in the p-h-c industry.  The Foundation is adding a suite of new courses to the PHCC Academy platform that are available to all plumbing and HVACR students, apprentices and practicing technicians, as well as business o...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is introducing enhanced Modular Self-Contained (MSC) units to simplify HVAC installation. It enhances building performance, minimizing installation disruption and maximizing building productivity. The MSC’s enhanced innovative design streamlines the entire process from delivery to startup. Efficient Upgrades Made Easy “Trane's new MSC units are another example of how we are innovating to help current buildings upgrade to the most eff...

Kanthal, a world major in electric industrial heating technology and resistance materials, announces the release of an updated edition of its Handbook for Resistance Heating Alloys for Appliances and Industrial Furnaces. While the content is digitally available on the company’s website, Kanthal has also introduced a limited-edition coffee table book, combining technical depth with powerful visuals reflecting the company’s journey and innovations. Kanthal Handbook The Kanthal Handb...

The Minnesota Twins and Uponor, a GF Building Flow Solutions brand with North American headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota.  Announced a multi-year partnership with a focus on enhancing and furthering the Major League Baseball club’s longstanding sustainability and community impact missions.  Partnering for impact This partnership marks Uponor’s first with a professional sports organisation supported by Oak View GroupConnecting the expertise of Uponor, a pioneer glob...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, is excited to announce its participation in the HVAC Excellence Conference 2025, taking place March 16-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Attendees are invited to join an engaging session focused on equipping HVAC professionals with essential knowledge for navigating key industry changes. Refrigerant Myths Debunked A-Gas will present an educational session, AIM Act and sustainable refrigerant supply strategies...

Steam systems serve as the backbone of numerous industrial processes, providing the essential thermal energy required for a wide range of applications across various sectors. From powering machinery in manufacturing facilities to sterilizing equipment in healthcare settings, the importance of steam cannot be overstated. Improving Steam Operations American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam) offers specialized services aimed at optimizing steam systemsDespite their critical role, steam systems often...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, is excited to announce its participation in the HVAC Excellence Conference 2025, taking place March 16-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Attendees are invited to join an engaging session focused on equipping HVAC professionals with essential knowledge for navigating key industry changes. Regulatory Insights for HVAC The session will be about common myths of refrigerant reclamation and supplyAt the event, A-Ga...

A global climate innovator, has announced the new Trane® Hydronic Branch Conductor that helps retrofit and new buildings achieve higher energy efficiency and zone comfort from decarbonized, electrified heating and cooling without major structural disruptions. The Hydronic Branch Conductor, patent pending, supports simultaneous heating and cooling capabilities, and in certain applications can improve heating efficiency by more than 35%. Expanding Sustainable Chiller Solutions The company i...

A-Gas, a pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management (LRM), is thrilled to announce its recognition as a recipient of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency’s (Ohio EPA) Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) Silver Award for 2024. This esteemed accolade reflects A-Gas’ unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and reducing its environmental impact, while conserving vital natural resources. Elevating Environmental Standards...

Rheem®, a manufacturer and household name in the water heating and HVAC/R industry, kicked off the New Year with the launch of its 100th anniversary celebration, a major milestone reflecting a century of excellence, innovation, and ingenuity. Rheem attributes its legacy of success to the company’s nearly 14,000 dedicated employees, its unwavering commitment to customers and industry partners, and its entrepreneurial drive that has made the company a global pioneer in the marketplace....

The average cost of furnace installation in Vero Beach, FL, typically ranges from $3,000 to $5,500, depending on the type of furnace and complexity of the installation. Homeowners should also consider additional expenses such as permits, ductwork modifications, and labor costs when budgeting for the project. Installing a new furnace is a significant investment for any homeowner, especially when it comes to ensuring comfort during the cooler months in Vero Beach, FL. Furnace installation costs c...

With cooler temperatures in the forecast, some homeowners and renters will turn on their natural gas furnaces for the first time this season. Ameren Illinois encourages residential and business natural gas customers to have their furnaces inspected by a professional HVAC technician to check for potential leaks other appliance operational hazards. Natural gas in its pure form is odorless and colorless. Ameren adds an odorant called mercaptan to the natural gas it distributes. Mercaptan gives the...

Kensa’s ‘game-changing’ compact Ground Source Heat Pump, the Shoebox NX, which was designed to deliver Networked Heat Pumps to the mass market, has become the latest award-winning product from Kensa after it was named Product Innovation of the Year at the 2024 Unlock Net Zero Awards. heat pump innovation Launched in February this year, Kensa’s Shoebox NX is five times more efficient than a gas boiler and is the latest small heat pump innovation from...

ArcelorMittal and partners - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), BHP, along with Mitsubishi Development Pty Ltd (Mitsubishi Development), have successfully started operating a pilot carbon capture unit on the blast furnace off-gas at ArcelorMittal Gent in Belgium. The pilot carbon capture unit will operate for one to two years at Gent, to test the feasibility of progress to full-scale deployment of the technology, which would be able to capture a sizeable portion of the Gent site emissions...

British Gas has launched the UK’s lowest heat pump rate, to make low-carbon technology more affordable and encourage heat pump uptake. The new energy offering is available to all British Gas energy customers that purchase any air source heat pump from British Gas and aims to help drive the adoption of heat pumps in the country. British Gas’ latest research British Gas is providing a unit rate of just 14p/kWh for the electricity used to run the heat pump for the first year. Househo...

Midea, the world's largest producer of major appliances and an innovator in the HVAC industry, announced the launch of its EVOX G3 heat pump system. This latest generation of the EVOX series, featuring the EVOX G3 Heat Pump and EVOX G3 Air Handling Unit (AHU), represents the future of electric, inverter-driven heat pump technology as the solution for home heating and cooling upgrades, designed to deliver unparalleled heating/cooling comfort, performance and ease of installation across North Ame...

Pascal, a startup developing high-efficiency climate-friendly heat pumps, air conditioners, and refrigerators based on solid refrigerants introduced its novel technology and announced it has raised an $8 million seed round led by Engine Ventures, with Khosla Ventures and previous investor Blindspot Ventures participating. The funding will be used to productize Pascal’s low-pressure, solid refrigerant-based system, conforming to commercial HVAC specifications. The company will also use the...

As users probably heard, a major push is underway to address Victoria’s current dependence on natural gas. Effective Jan 1, 2024, legislation from the State Government has already banned gas connections for new builds, and more and more homeowners with existing gas connections are also following suit, looking to replace gas heaters with electric alternatives. gas and electric heating If users currently looking to make the switch, there are measures in place to help all homes g...

Proper maintenance of the air conditioning system is crucial, especially in hot areas like Vero Beach. Beyond filter changes, it involves inspecting components, checking coolant levels, and adjusting thermostat settings.  Seasonal prep Seasonal prep includes cleaning around the outdoor unit in spring and switching to programmable thermostats for summer efficiency. Fall and winter prep involves turning off power to the unit and covering it to protect against ice and snow. Professional ma...

  Johnson Controls., the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is showcasing its portfolio of in-house developed and cyber-hardened access control and video surveillance solutions for enterprise applications during ISC West. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls experts are on hand to discuss the latest solutions enhancing physical and cyber security, while adapting to compliance regulations. “The enterprise security landscape is undergoing a transformative s...

Arch, a data intelligence platform for HVAC contractors, announced that it has raised $6.2 million in seed funding from Gigascale Capital, Coatue, Floodgate, ReGen Ventures, and MCJ Collective. The investment comes as a fast-growing majority of Americans want to electrify their homes amid a shortage of installers and high upfront costs. Arch aims to ease both by transforming the sales process and making heat pumps the obvious financial and performance choice for contractors and homeowners....

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what employees say about their experience working at Viessmann Climate Solutions UK. This year, 90% of employees said that Viessmann Climate Solutions UK is a Great Place To Work!  What really shines through is that Viessmann Climate Solutions UK’s company culture is the top priority and the people see them as a Great Plac...

Berkshire MP James Sunderland says the “sky’s the limit” for fast-growing Bracknell HVAC specialists company Campbell West thanks to their commitment to apprenticeships. The Conservative MP for Bracknell predicted a bright future for the business when he was invited to the Campbell West HQ to learn about the company’s investment in apprentices ahead of National Apprenticeship Week which starts on February 5. Role model Mr. Sunderland also described company owners Steve...

In recent years, there has been a shift towards more sustainable and cost-effective solutions in various aspects of the lives, and heating and cooling systems are no exception.  More and more Victorian homeowners seek alternatives to traditional gas systems, and electric heating and cooling systems are becoming popular. This article explores the benefits of converting heating and cooling systems from gas to electricity. Energy Efficient Energy efficiency has become a concern in recent ye...

Daikin, a pioneer global air-conditioning company, will highlight its commitment to advancing the HVAC industry’s transition to a sustainable future at the 2024 AHR Expo, Jan. 22-24 in Chicago. Heating and cooling solutions As a longstanding AHR Expo exhibitor, Daikin will display a wide range of heating and cooling solutions from across its portfolio, with a focus on decarbonizing homes and buildings to help improve the environment inside and out while reducing utility and operating cos...