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    Department of Energy to Postpone Biden-Era Appliance Standards

    Feb. 19, 2025
    This will include efficiency standards for gas-fired instantaneous water heaters, and a new category for tankless water heaters.
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    The 2025 AHR Expo took place February 9-11 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

    ASHRAE Wraps AHR Expo, Winter Conference in Orlando

    Feb. 17, 2025
    The Expo hosted more than 1,800 exhibitors, showcasing the latest technologies, products and services to an estimated 50,000 attendees.
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    For heat pump water heater installations, rebates can help consumers overcome higher initial costs.

    The Heat Pump Water Heater Payback

    Feb. 14, 2025
    For contractors and consumers alike, alleviating the potential financial burden from heat pump water heater initial costs is key. How can rebates and tax credits help?
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    Nailing down copper radiant panels.

    Old School Radiant Madness – Copper, Brass, and Iron (but No Plastic)

    Feb. 13, 2025
    Nelson Mechanical gets called in by a homeowner who wants a high-end radiant system without ANY plastic components—is that even possible?
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    CONTRACTOR AHR Expo Product Pics: Day 3

    Feb. 13, 2025
    More of the most innovative products from the third day of AHR Expo 2025 in Orlando.
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    ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Increases, Contractors Remain Confident

    Feb. 12, 2025
    The monthly increase in backlog was concentrated in the Western region, which also exhibited the largest growth in backlog over the past year.

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    Construction Hiring Historically Slow in December - Lowest Since April 2020

    Feb. 4, 2025
    Industry job openings decreased by 55,000 last month and are down by 217,000 from the same time last year.
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    United Association of Union Plumbers, Pipefitters and Steamfitters Local 602 Mourn Loss of Members on American Airlines Flight 5342

    Jan. 30, 2025
    A regional jet crashed into an army helicopter near Ronald Regan National Airport; authorities believe there are no survivors.
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    Heat exchangers transfer heat between a source and a working fluid.

    Finding Energy Savings from Heat Exchanger Assessments and Tube Bundle Repairs

    Jan. 28, 2025
    Regular testing and maintenance is crucial for efficient and trouble-free operations.
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    ABC: Construction Industry Must Attract 439,000 Workers in 2025

    Jan. 24, 2025
    In 2026, the industry will need to bring in 499,000 new workers as spending picks up in response to presumed lower interest rates.