Voomi Supply CEO on tariffs, refrigerant supply, and digital demand
A conversation about today's dynamics, including the ripple effect of tariffs, refrigerant supply, and e-commerce demand
Economy
Carrier to boost pre-charge in R-454B units, absorb extra costs
The company on Friday announced a series of actions to support the market amid ongoing R-454B supply challenges
U.S. lowers China tariffs, HVAC products still face higher rate
While the Trump admin lowered the tariff rate on Chinese imports to 30 percent for 90 days, certain HVAC products still face a higher rate
Chemours ‘pulling out all stops’ amid R-454B issues, CEO says
Stronger-than-anticipated demand for R-454B has put pressure on the supply chain, according to CEO Denise Dignam
HVAC shipments dip in March, remain positive over Q1
Central air conditioner and heat pump shipments fell slightly in March, but stayed positive over the first quarter, according to AHRI data
South, Rockies lead 27% increase in April cooling demand
April has recorded two consecutive years of nationwide cooling demand growth, according to the latest national weather data
HVAC distributor sales grow in Q1, summer forecast nuanced
HARDI distributors' sales grew five percent a month, on average, during the first quarter, with several factors at play looking ahead
Contractors optimistic, plan to expand service areas: Report
A roundup of takeaways from a survey of over 300 HVAC contractors nationwide, including 2024 performance, expansion plans, and more
Carrier, Trane execs talk tariffs, A2L
Wrapping up HVAC suppliers' first-quarter earnings calls, Carrier and Trane execs this week chimed in on tariff and A2L issues
April’s most popular stories
A bankruptcy filing, R-454B drama, and a new slate of tariffs