Daikin has announced that brand badges are now available for select Amana brand outdoor units. What You Need to Know: Until recently, select Amana brand outdoor units (see "Affected Units" list, right) have shipped without a brand badge on top...
Read MoreThe UL standard governing electric heat kits in air handlers are changing on January 1, 2024. This will cause a change to the equipment and to the electric heat kits. The new standard is UL Standard 60335 2-40 (short name...
Read MoreAmana has announced the introduction of Quality Install, a powerful way for an Amana® brand contractor to commission Amana S-series systems and enhance the customer experience. Quality Install unleashes the capabilities of cloud connected HVAC equipment by enabling contractors to...
Read MoreDaikin is adding to the existing roster of mini-split controls with the new BRC51D61 wired wall-mount controller. This is a basic controller for use with the below price point mini-split systems: 17 Series Single Zone 19 Series Single Zone ENTRA Series...
Read MoreDaikin is adding to it's existing roster of mini-split controls with the new DTST-TOU-ADA-A One Touch wired wall-mount thermostat. This is a high-functioning thermostat that includes the translation adaptor that enables it to work with the Daikin mini-split lineup. Also...
Read MoreDaikin is expanding the existing Aurora MXL outdoor unit lineup by adding models with factory-installed drain pan heaters. The new MXLH unit will cost the same as the existing MXL units with the added benefit of a factory-installed drain pan...
Read MoreMost refrigeration tools work just fine with all refrigerants, however, some older tools, such as Recovery Machines, Vacuum Pumps, Manifolds, and Leak Detectors, may have an issue with compatibility. When working with A2L refrigerant, contractors should make sure the tools...
Read MoreThe transition from R-410A to the new A2L refrigerants (R-32 and R-454B) will officially happen on January 1, 2025, and equipment that uses A2Ls is already on the market. There are two things a contractor needs to do to prepare:...
Read MoreLochinvar has launched an all new Point of View Partners Program (POV), replacing the VIP Program. Like the VIP Program, the new POV Program awards you cash for purchasing Lochinvar units. Existing VIP Contractors don't have to do a thing! Their...
Read MoreClimateMaster has released a new video training series on the operation of the iGate® 2 thermostat. This collection of videos demonstrates how to: Create a myUplink or myUplink PRO account on Apple iOS or Android devices. Connect an iGate2 Communicating...
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