Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News back issues from December 2001:
GE Industrial Systems. (Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * GE Industrial Systems (Plainville, CT), a division of the General Electric Company, announced that it ...
A.O. Smith Electrical Products Company. (Manufacturers).
Dec 03, 2001; ... * A.O. Smith Electrical Products Company (Tipp City, OH) is now providing round-the-clock technical support for the drive ...
Mestek, Inc. (Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * R. Bruce Dewey has been appointed as president and chief operating officer of Mestek, Inc. (Westfield, MA), white William S. Rafferty ...
The A.O. Smith Water Products Company. (Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * The A.O. Smith Water Products Company (Irving, TX) has ...
Ferguson. (Wholesalers-Distributors).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * Ferguson (Newport News, VA) has appointed Tom Adams and Larry Stoddard to its board of directors. Adams has served Ferguson ...
Taylor Made Environmental, Inc. (Suppliers).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * Taylor Made Environmental, Inc. (Richmond, VA), has supplied a 120,000 Btu ...
Strategies to combat a recession: simply put, don't let the economy decide your destination.(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... "Money is tight and people aren't buying," is often spoken today. With layoffs and an unstable stock market, people are concerned about a slumping economy. As a business owner, this is not the time to focus on these negativities within your company. Now is the time to draw upon ...
Manufacturer helps clean up battery park.(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... NEW YORK, NY -- When Battery Park City was created out of the World Trade Center (WTC) excavation 30 years ago, the developers certainly had no idea that one day this thriving and peaceful community would bear the brunt of the terrible destruction of September 11. It was ashes ...
AirTime 500. (Contractors).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * AirTime 500 reports that it has reached 74% of its 500-member goal. Sixty new companies were added to the association during AirTime 500 Profit Days recruitment meetings held over the last two months in Seattle, WA; Queens, NY; Baltimore, ...
Wennsoft. (Internet Services).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * WennSoft (New Berlin, WI) has been named to the Microsoft Great Plains Solution Developer Inner Circle, an accomplishment earned by firms whose customer acquisition achievements ...
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA). (Associations).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) (Chantilly, VA) was presented with an Award of ...
The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS). (Associations).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) (Lansdale, PA) will release the second CD-ROM in its series based ...
The Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute (ARI). (Associations).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * The Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute (ARI) (Arlington, VA) presented awards to industry leaders at its 48th Annual Meeting. The 2001 Richard C. Schulze Distinguished Service Award was presented to William E. Dalton, Horace "Ed" French, Joseph R. Humphrey, Phil Nohr, and Gary L ....
The Certified Welding Bureau (CWB). (Associations).(elects new board of directors)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... * The Certified Welding Bureau (CWB) (Chicago, IL) elected its new board of directors. George Kearney of Northwestern Industrial Piping (Niles, IL) and John Reynolds of Independent Mechanical Industries (Chicago, IL) renewed their terms on the board, ...
A tribute to an industry pioneer. (Feedback).
Dec 03, 2001; ... Ed Bottum Sr., president and founder of Refrigeration Research, Brighton, MI, was without a doubt one of the finest, most humble, and giving gentlemen I have ever known. His knowledge and history of the early days of the refrigeration and a/c industry was boundless. His energy and ...
A hot tip for ice machines. (Feedback).
Dec 03, 2001; ... I read with great interest the article by Joe Marchese regarding ice machine service ["Seven Tips For Servicing Ice Machines," Nov. 5]. I agree that servicing these products takes time and experience. After all, a small adjustment to the machine may result in waiting through ...
To lead, you must learn to follow. (Feedback).
Dec 03, 2001; ... I enjoyed Mark Skaer's "Views and Opinions" column in the Nov. 5 News ("Having The Right Attitude Today Is Important -- Period"). I have been working in the customer business for almost 40 years. I worked as a tech, then management/trainer, ran my own restaurant service ...
Industry pioneer Ed Bottum passes away at age 89. (Obituary).(Brief Article)(Obituary)
Dec 03, 2001; ... Refrigeration pioneer Ed Bottum Sr. passed away Oct. 21 at age 89. At the time of his death, he was chairman of the board of Refrigeration Research Inc. of Brighton, MI, a company he founded in 1944 and that continues today under the leadership of second-generation family members. ...
Comfort systems USA forms IAQ initiative. (Industry news).(Indoor Air Quality Initiative)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... HOUSTON, TX -- Comfort Systems USA has announced that it will form a new HVAC Access and Indoor Air Quality Initiative in order to respond to concerns over ventilation systems and terrorism. According to the manufacturer, the initiative stems from the company's general concern ...
Trane begins production of new product line. (Industry news).(of air conditioners and heat pumps for homes)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... TYLER, TX -- Trane, Unitary Products Group, a division of American Standard Companies, recently began production on the first models in its XL_i product platform design. The company said the rollout of the model families will occur over 15 months and will include residential air ...
Schools use natural gas to cut costs. (Industry news).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... WASHINGTON, DC -- Schools, colleges, and universities throughout the United States are using natural gas technologies to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) and cut down on energy costs, according to the American Gas Cooling Center (AGCC) and the American Gas Association (AGA). ...
ISL virtual conference scheduled for Dec. 10. (Industry news).
Dec 03, 2001 ... International Service Leadership (ISL) is hosting its first-ever Virtual Conference and Tele-Convention this month. The conference offers technical training for technicians and managers on a variety of topics. Participants will need a computer with a standard modem and a speaker ...
Copeland wholesalers recognized. (Industry news).(Copeland Corp. holds National Wholesaler Conference)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... SIDNEY, OH -- Copeland Corp. honored its top wholesalers at the company's National Wholesaler Conference in Palm Springs, CA. Copeland PrimeSource wholesalers were eligible for two different awards categories: Peak Performance awards and SystemPro[TM] condensing unit sales ...
Vermont energy plan calls for efficiency, renewables. (Energy matters: a compendium of energy facts and information).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... Vermont Governor Howard Dean has unveiled a long-term energy plan for the state that relies on energy efficiency and renewable energy to meet growth in the state's demand for electricity. "Vermont's power supply is adequate for the short term," the governor stated. "But it's ...
Seattle approves 50-MW wind power purchase. (Energy matters: a compendium of energy facts and information).(Seattle City Light to buy wind power capacity from Stateline Wind Project)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... The Seattle (WA) City Council has approved a purchase of 50 MW of wind power -- enough to power about 16,500 homes -- which is believed to be the United States' largest purchase of wind power by a public utility to date. The city's municipal utility, Seattle City Light, will ...
Johnstone supply honors White-Rodgers. (Industry news).
Dec 03, 2001; ... Johnstone Supply, Inc. held its annual meeting recently in Orlando, FL. At the meeting, the national distributor presented its "Vendor of the Year" award to ...
Ventilating Fans. (what's New).(Panasonic)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The company has added two models to its line of WhisperWarm[TM] ventilating fans. Housed in one unit with individual controls, the Model FV-11VHL1 combines ventilation, heat, light, and a nightlight, says the manufacturer. It provides an HVI-certified sound level of 1.0 sones and an air ...
Water Heaters. (what's New).(Maytag Corp.)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The Performa Series, backed by a six-year warranty against tank leaks and part failures, has been added to the company's line of residential water heaters. The Performa line offers four different water heaters, including gas, electric, direct-vent gas, and power direct-vent gas models ....
Airflow Sensors. (what's New).(Ebtron Inc.)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The two new Advantage airflow sensor product lines have been introduced to the commercial and institutional building markets. Available in both Gold and Silver Series, the sensors provide a building's automated controls with functionality, accuracy, and reliability, says the manufacturer ....
Digital Controls. (what's New).(PSG Controls Inc.)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... According to the manufacturer, Medallion Series programmable digital hvac controls indicate when and who to call for hvac systems servicing. The controls offer simple dial-up programming, with eight different models suitable for a variety of hvac applications, the company says. The models ...
Motor Controls. (what's New).(Entrelec Inc., voltage monitor)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The PLMU11 is a universal, three-phase line voltage monitor with a broad voltage range and full adjustability, says the manufacturer. According to the company, the octal plug-in, three-phase voltage monitor provides protection against premature equipment failure caused by voltage faults on ...
Emission Control System. (what's New).(Smog-Hog[R] kitchen emission control systems)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... Designed to eliminate grilling, frying, and charbroiling emissions from the air, the Smog-Hog[R] kitchen emission control systems remove grease and smoke particles to improve indoor air quality and get rid of odors, says the manufacturer. The company says the Smog-Hog is an electronic, ...
Tool Pouch. (what's New).(Cooper Instrument Corp.)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The Model 9339 accessory pouch keeps a variety of tools comfortably and conveniently at a technician's side while on the job, says the manufacturer. Made of durable nylon material, the soft pouch/carry case features a Velcro[R] flap to secure instruments tightly in the pouch, while the ...
Signal Generator. (what's New).(Dwyer Instruments Inc.)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The Model ASG analog signal generator produces a 0- to 10-vdc signal in increments of 1 V, or a 4- to 20-mA signal in increments of 2 mA, says the manufacturer. According to the company, the unit offers a ramp-interval timing function, allowing users to define maximum and minimum values, ...
Gloves. (what's New).(Ergodyne Corp.)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The company has expanded its glove line to include the PP Series of protective gloves to safeguard workers who are exposed to abrasion, impact, or shock, says the manufacturer. Designed for jobs requiring both dexterity and protection, the PP Series includes the 710 Mechanics Full Finger, ...
Duct Smoke Detector. (what's New).(System Sensor)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... The company's duct-mounted smoke detector is UL listed for smoke detection in air speeds as low as 100 ft/min, including locations where slow-moving air is present, such as in vav boxes and fire/smoke dampers, the manufacturer says. The detector offers advanced self-diagnostic ...
Staying really cool proves serious business. (Focus Freezers).(proper cooling of food)(North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers Show)
Dec 03, 2001; ... ORLANDO, FL -- "A Really Chilling Experience" could have been one of the themes at the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) Show, held here recently. It dealt with the use of blast chillers in food preparation. "The number-one factor contributing to ...
Energy efficiency push more than just a sales pitch.(theme at North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers Show)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... ORLANDO, FL -- A recurring theme at the NAFEM show was equipment efficiency. It was more than a sales pitch. It is being backed more and more by governmental regulations. "Energy conservation in refrigeration is currently being pursued on numerous fronts," according to a ...
Strange ice slab draws curious onlookers.(Refcon booth display at North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers Show)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... ORLANDO, FL -- The monolithic piece of granite caught the curious glance of almost every person that neared it. A thin layer of ice had formed on the surface. Some brave souls cautiously reached out to touch the strange object. When one man raised a camera to photograph it, he ...
Freezer technology continues to evolve. (Focus Freezers).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... Freezer and refrigeration technologies continue to change in a wide range of ways, from mechanical and electrical designs to the controls and energy efficiencies to the places such units are used. Units are now in such sectors as convenience stores, food distribution, grocery stores, ...
New technology enters market. (Focus Freezers).(Enersyst Development Center L.L.C. contract with FOODesign Machinery and Systems Inc.)(Cryojet cooling)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... Enersyst Development Center, a Dallas-based property developer and strategic marketer for food-related industries, has signed an agreement with FOODesign to license Enersyst's Cryojet[TM] technology for applications in industrial food service equipment. Cryojet cooling devices ...
Finland finds way to export frozen vegetables. (Focus Freezers).(Apetit)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... Finland, partially within the Arctic and with very harsh winters, is an unlikely exporter of vegetables, but a company near the Finnish city of Turku is using a combination of rich soil, extended summer sunshine, and high-tech processing facilities to do just that. Mention ...
Types of automatic pumpdown control systems. (refrigeration zone).(refrigerant control)(Column)
Dec 03, 2001; ... In last month's column ["Automatic Pumpdown Systems," Nov. 5], we talked in general about the automatic pumpdown cycle and why it is the only sure remedy for refrigerant migration to a compressor during the off cycle. In this month's column, we will look at the different types ...
Supermarket visionary doesn't have U.S. believers. (refrigeration zone).(Alexis Karolides)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... Alexis Karolides works for the Rocky Mountain Institute, which from its photos looks like a ski chalet on the side of the Rocky Mountains. Its address is Snowmass Creek Road in Snowmass, CO. From that idyllic perch, she has some visions of what a supermarket should be like, and ...
The internet can be a strong technical resource. (refrigeration zone).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... The Internet has become a valuable resource in our industry. Many manufacturers, associations, and start-up Internet sites provide a wealth of information that could benefit both a service tech and the contracting company. Although a good portion of the information is sales related, there ...
New freezing equipment aids fish processor. (refrigeration zone).(Frigoscandia Equipment's Advantec, Neerlandia Urk)(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001 ... A Dutch specialist in fish preparation is using advanced freezing technology to significantly expand its freezing capacity. The company is Neerlandia Urk. The technology is represented by Frigoscandia Equipment's Advantec[TM] impingement freezer. The expansion of freezing ...
Service hotline. (refrigeration zone).(refrigerants)(Column)
Dec 03, 2001 ... New Refrigerants QUESTION: From Ernie Brewster Via e-mail I'm sending this with a big question on the new refrigerants that are out, such as R-410A. Am I being old fashioned in not wanting to accept them? Or, aren't they just a little dangerous? I know we ...
Glancing back. (Anchors Aweigh).
Dec 03, 2001; ... 1994 WORKING UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS During World War II, many men who had worked in this industry served their country in the armed forces or other related industries. While it's possible that some in hvacr served as a typical soldier or sailor, certainly others plied their ...
Trivia quiz.
Dec 03, 2001 ... In 1770, David Riz received an English patent for what type of heating unit? a) the Newcastle stove b) the furnace c) a low boy boiler d) the ...
Garbled fax points out possible `Best Contractor' entry. (Views and opinions).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... The fax was, to say the least, very difficult to read. Many of the words in the one-page handwritten letter were smudged and, as a result, illegible. The fax machines, apparently, did their respective jobs in getting the piece of paper from Point A to Point B, but the message did get ...
It's time for a national hvacr TV ad. (Views and opinions).(Brief Article)
Dec 03, 2001; ... Snap quiz time to test your trivia: What products go with these famous TV ad quotations? (The answers are at end of this column.) 1. "He really likes it! Hey Mikey!" 2. "Where's the beef?" 3. "Do you know me?" 4. "You got the right ...
Honeywell Home and Building Control. (Manufacturers).(First Alert Professional Services)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... Honeywell Home and Building Control (MinneapoLis, MN) has announced that First Alert Professional Services ...
A.O. Smith Corp. (Manufacturers).(presented award)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... A.O. Smith Corp. (Milwaukee, WI) announced that the company's plant in Mebane, NC, has earned the A.O. Smith President's ...
A.O. Smith Water Products Company's. (Manufacturers).(product featured on television program "Bob Vila's Home Again")(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... One of A.O. Smith Water Products Company's (Irving, TX) new high-efficiency Powerhouse[TM] SuperSize water heaters was ...
Lennox International (Dallas, TX) has been recognized by the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI). (Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... Lennox International (Dallas, TX) has been recognized by the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) (Arlington, VA) for the third consecutive year ...
The Trane Company. (Manufacturers).(launches users network)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... The Trane Company (St. Paul, MN) has launched its Tracer Summit[TM] Users Network. The program provides users of the Tracer Summit building automation system (BAS) with ...
Allergies, asthma, and the role of Hvac: it's critical to control moisture. How can Hvac pros help out?(Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry)
Dec 10, 2001; ... SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- The week before the ASHRAE IAQ Conference was held here in early November, a warning was issued of possible terrorist threats against California's bridges, including San Francisco's Golden Gate. That warning did not prevent hvac and IAQ professionals from attending the ...
Interoperability becomes a bigger Hvac issue.(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... For the last decade or so, the building automation industry has been abuzz over interoperability. Many companies have been advertising their ability to tie all building systems together, making it easier for building owners/operators to manage every system in a building at the touch of a ...
Eagle Technology, Inc. (Richmond, VA), has entered into a strategic alliance with Tridium, Inc. (Richmond, VA). (Software).(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... Eagle Technology, Inc. (Richmond, VA), has entered into a strategic alliance with Tridium, Inc. (Richmond, VA). As part of the alliance, the companies ...
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA). (Associations).(Has released "Demand Reduction and Energy Savings When Using Occupancy Sensors")(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) (Rosslyn, VA) has released information on a lighting systems division study entitled ...
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). (Associations).(Has released Introduction to Employee Fire & Safety, a handbook designed to provide facility managers and health/safety officers with hands-on fire and safety information)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) (Quincy, MA) has released Introduction to Employee Fire & Safety, a handbook designed to provide ...
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA). (Associations).(Has made available on line more than 550 symbols and drawings)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) (Chantilly, VA) has made available more than 550 symbols and ...
The Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA). (Associations).(Revised its "Industrial Process/ Power Generation Fans: Specification Guidelines.")(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... The Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA) (Arlington Heights, IL) has revised its Publication 801-01, ...
The Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA). (Associations).(Has elected new officers)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... The Air Movement and Control Association International Inc. (AMCA) (Arlington Heights, IL), has elected new officers. Lance Nailor will serve as president of the organization. R. Arnold Robb has ...
North American Technician Excellence (NATE). (Associations).(Promotes its certification)(Brief Article)
Dec 10, 2001; ... North American Technician Excellence (NATE) (McLean, VA) has received permission ...