HVAC shipments pop 30% to kick off 2025
Combined shipments of central air conditioners and heat pumps jumped 30 percent in January, marking 10 straight months of growth
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Industry groups launch ‘Careers in Trades Week’
SMACNA, in collaboration with other trade groups, is launching the first national 'Careers in Trades Week' in April
25% tariff on Canadian steel, aluminum stands after brief showdown
After threatening to double the proposed tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum imports, to 50 percent, President Trump reversed course
Today’s market, A2L, and consumer dynamics: A view from the South
A conversation about navigating today's market, A2L, and repair vs. replacement dynamics from a South Carolina contractor's perspective
HVAC distributor revenues up 3.5% to start 2025
HARDI members' January sales grew 3.5 percent year-over-year, according to its latest Trends report, encompassing nearly 500 distributors
Trump delays tariffs on HVAC imports from Canada, Mexico
The President on Thursday announced that tariffs on certain imports from both countries will be delayed until April 2
The growing influence of women in HVAC
The number of women HVAC technicians and installers has doubled since 2017, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Southern states lead 15% rise in February heating demand
The number of Heating Degree Days in February rose 15 percent compared to 2024, according to the latest weather data
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The new administration's moves, replacements, and a look at the HVAC consumer
$9+ million in funding to bolster HVAC workforce
Nearly $9 million in grants, along with two six-figure scholarship awards focused on the skilled trades, were announced this week