HVAC On Air Podcast Series

In part 2 of this series, this next episode continues the discussion between host, Lindsay Headings and HVACR industry experts Tersh Blissett, Michael Mayberry, Eddie McFarlane, Jerry Rollins, Bryan Orr, Jessica Bannister, and Bill Spohn. These guests toured The Helix Innovation Center in Dayton, Ohio, and the new Emerson labs in Sidney, Ohio. The group discussed highlights of the tour like the Residential Connected home located inside The Helix and brainstormed ways to promote the skilled trades. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Demand Lead, Emerson Guests: Tersh Blissett Michael Mayberry Eddie McFarlane Jerry Rollins Bryan Orr Bill Spohn Jessica Banister   Timestamps: 0:10 – Lindsay’s opening remarks 1:26 – Eddie and Jerry’s take on innovation in the Helix 5:55 – Bill discusses the Residential Connected Home 6:46 – Bill and Lindsay talk about the potential for future meetings 7:58 – Meaningful conversations from the day 9:04 – Mike’s thoughts on the influencer event 13:38 – Suggestions for Emerson’s social media from Mike 15:36 – Jessica explains the HVACR social media environment 17:05 – Jessica and Lindsay cover skilled trades as a career 18:43 – Jessica advocates for in-person events 21:01 – Brian’s reflection on the Helix and its features 23:44 – Tersh deliberates on the Residential Connected Home 26:01 – Tersh’s take on HVACR learning resources 30:56 – Lindsay’s closing statements Here are the influencers’ social channels: Tersh Blissett Instagram – @tershblissett and @Service Business Mastery Podcast Facebook – @Service Business Mastery Podcast LinkedIn – @Tersh Blissett Michael Mayberry Instagram – @hvac_refer_guy Youtube – @HVAC_REFER_GUY Facebook – @HVACREFERGUY LinkedIn – @Mike (HVACREFERGUY LLC) Mayberry Eddie McFarlane Youtube – @Toolshed and @McFarlane Minute Facebook – @Toolshed LinkedIn – @Edward McFarlane Jerry Rollins Youtube – @Toolshed Facebook – @Toolshed LinkedIn – @Jerry Rollins Bryan Orr Instagram – @hvacschool Youtube – @HVAC School Facebook – @hvacrschool LinkedIn – @Bryan Orr Bill Spohn Website – hvacrschool.com Youtube – @TruTech Tools Facebook – @TruTechTools Twitter – @TruTechTools Jessica Bannister Instagram – @hvacjess Website – hvacjess.com Facebook – @HVACjess1 TikTok – @hvacjess LinkedIn – @Jessica Bannister The post Emerson HVACR Influencer Event: Part 2 – The Helix Innovation Center & the Future of HVAC/R appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, Lindsay Headings sat down with HVACR industry experts Tersh Blissett, Michael Mayberry, Eddie McFarlane, Jerry Rollins, Bryan Orr, and Bill Spohn at The Helix Innovation Center in Dayton, Ohio. Jessica Bannister also joined us remotely. The conversation included personal back-stories from the experts, such as their passion for HVACR and how that led them to starting their social channels. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Demand Lead, Emerson Guests: Tersh Blissett Michael Mayberry Eddie McFarlane Jerry Rollins Bryan Orr Bill Spohn Jessica Banister   Timestamps: 0:00 – Welcome 0:09 – Lindsay’s opening remarks 1:37 – Eddie and Jerry’s background 3:18 – Eddie and Jerry’s passion for the industry 6:00 – How Toolshed came to be 9:19 – Introduction to Bill and TruTech Tools 11:25 – Bill’s take on building performance in HVACR 12:51 – Michael’s background 20:40 – HVAC Refer Guy philanthropy 22:03 – Michael’s transformative personal story 27:41 – Jessica’s background and passion for the industry 31:31 – Transparency of HVACR challenges 35:36 – Bryan’s background 37:03 – Bryan’s passion for the trade 38:23 – Gaps that HVAC School addresses 41:08 – Variety of opportunities in HVACR 45:53 – Tersh’s introduction 49:45 – Service Business Mastery Podcast origin and content 52:24 – Lindsay’s closing statement Here are the influencers’ social channels: Tersh Blissett Instagram – @tershblissett and @Service Business Mastery Podcast Facebook – @Service Business Mastery Podcast LinkedIn – @Tersh Blissett Michael Mayberry Instagram – @hvac_refer_guy Youtube – @HVAC_REFER_GUY Facebook – @HVACREFERGUY LinkedIn – @Mike (HVACREFERGUY LLC) Mayberry Eddie McFarlane Youtube – @Toolshed and @McFarlane Minute Facebook – @Toolshed LinkedIn – @Edward McFarlane Jerry Rollins Youtube – @Toolshed Facebook – @Toolshed LinkedIn – @Jerry Rollins Bryan Orr Instagram – @hvacschool Youtube – @HVAC School Facebook – @hvacrschool LinkedIn – @Bryan Orr Bill Spohn Website – hvacrschool.com Youtube – @TruTech Tools Facebook – @TruTechTools Twitter – @TruTechTools Jessica Bannister Instagram – @hvacjess Website – hvacjess.com Facebook – @HVACjess1 TikTok – @hvacjess LinkedIn – @Jessica Bannister The post Emerson HVACR Influencer Event: Part 1 – Using Passion + Social to Connect the Industry appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, Lindsay Headings and our co-host, Vickie Blakey, are joined by three HVAC customer service experts: Ty Gates, Zane Pockrandt, Scott Frymann from Logan A/C & Heat Services in Dayton, Ohio. These industry experts provide insight on the benefits of talking through two-stage technology with the homeowner. We also discuss comfortability at home during the pandemic and other topics. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-host: Vickie Blakey, Product Marketing Manager, Emerson Guests: Ty Gates, Zane Pockrandt, Scott Frymann Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 0:21 – Two-stage system recommendations to customers 3:22 – Advantages of two-stage vs single-stage system 4:18 – Explaining two-stage systems to customers 5:36 – Discussing HVAC terms with customers 6:27 – Helping with buying or upgrading decision 9:53 – Finding the value of buying and upgrading new HVAC systems 13:10 – Training technicians on how to effectively talk to customers 18:42 – Final thoughts and personal stories Learn more about Logan A/C & Heat Services: Website: https://www.logan-inc.com/ Social Media: Facebook Twitter Youtube The post Customer Service Experts appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we are joined by two experts, Bill Wireman and Chris Cantrell, from Logan A/C & Heat Services in Dayton, Ohio. We kick off the conversation discussing the serviceability of two-stage systems, then move to installation differences between two-stage and fixed or variable speed systems. We also discuss a basic checklist homeowners should do before having a technician service a unit. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Brad Hess, Application Engineering Manager, Emerson Guests: Bill Wireman, Field Service Supervisor, Logan A/C & Heat Services Chris Cantrell, Service Manager, Logan A/C & Heat Services Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 0:44 – Installation differences between two-stage, fixed speed and variable speed system 1:20 – Training for new technicians 2:26 – Setup differences between a two-stage system vs variable speed system 2:56 – Talking to a homeowner about the difference of operation between two-stage and single-stage 4:52 – How thermostats work in two-stage systems 5:30 – Typical issues and troubleshooting of two-stage systems 8:46 – Benefits of a two-stage system 10:27 – Thermostat installation for new two-stage systems 11:12 – Typical issues received on service calls 12:10 – What impact do new regulations have on serviceability 13:12 – Advice for technicians Learn more about Logan A/C & Heat Services: Website: https://www.logan-inc.com/ Social Media: Facebook Twitter Youtube Previous Episode: The New Copeland Online Product Information Tool and Copeland Mobile App The post Tech Experts Edition: In the Field – Serviceability of Two-Stage Systems appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we are joined by three of Logan A/C & Heat Services in Dayton, Ohio’s own apprenticeship program graduates. We kick off the conversation by discussing how each of them unexpectedly took a leap of faith and made a career change to be a part of the HVAC industry. We also discuss how they receive a sense of accomplishment on the job and why awareness about the industry is important. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Vickie Blakey, Product Marketing Manager, Emerson Guests: Devin Johnson, Jared Cloyd, and Matt Andre Timestamps: 0:10 – Introduction 2:14 – Devin discusses his background 4:28 – Devin discusses his experience in the apprenticeship program 5:46 – Jared discusses his background 7:28 – Ride along experiences 9:53 – Matt shares his background 13:20 – Devin, Jared, and Matt share advice to those looking for a career change 17: 41 – The biggest challenge or misconception about switching to an HVAC career 19:58 – Mentorship 21:17 – Favorite things on the job 22:54 – Learning new things 25:51 – Wrap-up Learn more about Logan A/C & Heat Services: Website: https://www.logan-inc.com/ Social Media: Facebook Twitter Youtube The post HVAC Backstories appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

This podcast episode is all about the updates made on both the Copeland Online Product Information tool (OPI) and the Copeland Mobile app. This podcast will walk you through how to access OPI and Copeland Mobile along with the several features it has to offer. Lindsay, John, and James discuss the various feature upgrades including marketing bulletins, advanced search, cross reference tab, and more. Be sure to check out the question of the week at the end of the podcast for a chance to win a genuine Copeland t-shirt.\r\n\n\nHost: Lindsay Headings – Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson\r\n\nCo-Hosts:\r\n\n\nJames Stevenson – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson\r\n\nJohn Roberts – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson\r\n\n\nTimestamps:\r\n\n\n0:10 – Welcome\r\n\n1:08 – Answering the question of the week from the Tandems and Trios podcast\r\n\n5:31 – How do you access OPI\r\n\n6:58 – Features of OPI: keyword search, publications, advanced search, cross reference tab, and more\r\n\n12:48 – How to find a compressor model in local stores near you\r\n\n13:20 – How to access the older version/format of OPI\r\n\n14:29 – Feedback button\r\n\n15:48 – Transitioning to Copeland Mobile and its features\r\n\n18:32 – Finding service parts on Copeland Mobile\r\n\n19:24 – Comparing the older version and newer version of Copeland Mobile especially while searching for parts\r\n\n20:10 – Scan feature on Copeland Mobile\r\n\n22:40 – Blog and YouTube Videos mentioned:\n\nBlog – Launch of Enhanced OPI Tool and Copeland Mobile App\r\n\nHow to Cross-reference a Competitor Condensing Unit to a Copeland Model\r\n\nHow to Search for Publications and Bulletins about Copeland Models\r\n\nHow to Search for Frequently Asked Questions about Copeland Brand Products\r\n\n\n\r\n\n26:21 – Question of the week\r\n\n\n\n\r\n\n\nPrevious Episode: Tandems and Trios\r\n\nThe post Tech Experts Edition: The New Copeland™ Online Product Information Tool and Copeland™ Mobile App appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.\r\n

\r\n\nIn this episode, we are celebrating Women’s History month with four of our special guests, Ashley Pleiman, Sandy Heckman, Lynn Williams, and Mindy Ondera from Logan A/C and Heat Services in Dayton, Ohio. First, we dive into learning about the history of women at Logan’s and how they discovered their own careers in the HVAC industry. We also dive into the role of women in the HVAC industry along with the plethora of career opportunities it has to offer. Our special guests further discuss how flexible the industry is and give advice to our next generation of females.\r\n\n\nHost: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson\r\n\nCo-Host: Becky Hoelscher, Director Aftermarket Sales, Emerson\r\n\nGuests:\r\n\n\nAshley Pleiman\r\n\nSandy Heckman\r\n\nLynn Williams\r\n\nMindy Ondera\r\n\n\nTimestamps:\r\n\n\n0:10 – Welcome\r\n\n1:18 – Sandy and Ashley discuss their history and journey at Logan’s\r\n\n5:44 – Industry flexibility and career opportunities\r\n\n8:00 – Is HVAC for women?\r\n\n10:54 – Mindy and Lynn introduce themselves and share why they chose HVAC\r\n\n17:07 – Challenges faced due to COVID-19\r\n\n19:40 – Advice to the next generation of females\r\n\n\nThe post Women in HVAC appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.\r\n

On this episode, we are joined again by Dr. Rajan Rajendran and Jennifer Butsch, Emerson’s regulatory experts. This episode of What’s New with Regs walks through the recently approved American Innovation and Manufacturing Act (AIM Act). We discuss what the AIM Act is, what it means moving forward as well as how it is different from the Kigali Amendment. We also make a point to touch on the concept of sector base rulemaking, how the EPA might view this topic and the AIM act’s impact to low GWP Refrigerants. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-host: Jennifer Butsch, Director of Regulatory Affairs, Emerson Guest: Dr. Rajan Rajendran, Vice President of Systems Innovation Center and Sustainability, Emerson Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 1:03 – Introduction on AIM Act and what it is 1:29 – what does the AIM Act signify? 3:11 – Reason why AIM Act is called the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act 4:20 – How is AIM Act different from Kigali Amendment? 8:28 – Sector based rulemaking and how EPA might rule that out? 10:32 – GWP Refrigerants For additional information on the AIM Act check out our E360 webinar and regulations webpage: Regulatory Update: Refrigerant Rulemaking and Climate Initiatives E360 Webinar AC Industry Regulations Previous Episode: What’s New with Regs: System Efficiency – A Look into the Future The post What’s New with Regs: Regulatory Edition – American Innovation and Manufacturing Act (AIM Act) appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

This podcast episode is all about tandems, trios and nomenclature! Lindsay, John, and James decode a common compressor nomenclature and explain the difference between even and uneven tandems. We also provide various marketing bulletins based on tandem/single compressor replacements, run cycle, staging, and oil balancing.\r\n\n\nHost: Lindsay Headings – Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson\r\n\nCo-Hosts:\r\n\n\nJames Stevenson – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson\r\n\nJohn Roberts – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson\r\n\n\nTimestamps:\r\n\n\n0:10 – Welcome\r\n\n1:30 – Challenges of tandems and trios\r\n\n2:08 – Using multiples for capacity control\r\n\n4:26 – How far back does the use of semi-hermetic go back?\r\n\n\r\n\n5:32 – Even and uneven tandems & trios\r\n\n6:51 – Nomenclature\r\n\n\r\n\n8:00 – Identifying and replacing a tandem\r\n\n8:53 – Different applications for tandems and trios\r\n\n9:56 – Oil levels\r\n\n12:46 – Replacing compressors\r\n\n14:12 – Ideal scenarios when replacing a single compressor in a multiples installation versus the entire system\r\n\n16:35 – AE bulletins referenced in the podcast\n\nA44 –1331 – ZP16 to ZP44K3E and ZP14 to ZP61K5E R-410A 1.5 to 5 Ton Copeland Scroll Compressors\r\n\nAE4 – 1365 – 5 to 12 Ton ZP*K3, ZP*KC, and ZP*KW R-410A Copeland Scroll Compressors for Air Conditioning\r\n\nAE4 – 1303 – 7 to 15 Ton ZR*KC and ZP*KC Copeland Scroll Compressors\r\n\n\n\r\n\n17:23 – Charge limits and crankcase heater\r\n\n18:26 – Question of the week\r\n\n\n\n\r\n\n\nPrevious Episode: Preventive Maintenance\r\n\nThe post Tech Experts Edition: Tandems and Trios appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.\r\n

This podcast episode is all about tandems, trios and nomenclature! Lindsay, John, and James decode a common compressor nomenclature and explain the difference between even and uneven tandems. We also provide various marketing bulletins based on tandem/single compressor replacements, run cycle, staging, and oil balancing. Host: Lindsay Headings – Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Hosts: James Stevenson – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson John Roberts – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson Timestamps: 0:10 – Welcome 1:30 – Challenges of tandems and trios 2:08 – Using multiples for capacity control 4:26 – How far back does the use of semi-hermetic go back? 5:32 – Even and uneven tandems & trios 6:51 – Nomenclature 8:00 – Identifying and replacing a tandem 8:53 – Different applications for tandems and trios 9:56 – Oil levels 12:46 – Replacing compressors 14:12 – Ideal scenarios when replacing a single compressor in a multiples installation versus the entire system 16:35 – AE bulletins referenced in the podcast A44 –1331 – ZP16 to ZP44K3E and ZP14 to ZP61K5E R-410A 1.5 to 5 Ton Copeland Scroll Compressors AE4 – 1365 – 5 to 12 Ton ZP*K3, ZP*KC, and ZP*KW R-410A Copeland Scroll Compressors for Air Conditioning AE4 – 1303 – 7 to 15 Ton ZR*KC and ZP*KC Copeland Scroll Compressors 17:23 – Charge limits and crankcase heater 18:26 – Question of the week Previous Episode: Preventive Maintenance The post Tech Experts Edition: Tandems and Trios appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

To finish out the year strong, Lindsay and Jennifer are once again joined by Dr. Rajan Rajendran! In the previous episode, Lindsay and Jennifer discussed a lot about the new Federal Minimum Energy Efficiency standards coming in the next couple years, but what about system efficiency? Rajan dives deep into this topic and what metrics such as SEER, IEER, and EER measure, as well as what they fail to measure. We also further discuss the subject of decarbonization, the AHRI Systems Steering Committee, and why using all-electric is not always the best course of action to reduce carbon footprint. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-host: Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Emerson Guest: Dr. Rajan Rajendran, Vice President of Systems Innovation Center and Sustainability, Emerson Timestamps: 1:19 – Difference between today’s rated equipment efficiency and system efficiency 2:54 – Systems of equipment performance in a building or homes in USA and overseas 4:48 – What does decarbonization and building decarbonization mean? 5:59 – Main ways to reduce carbon footprint (load reduction, lower global warming refrigerant, high energy efficiency systems) 7:09 – Can one use an all-electric solution to decarbonize? 8:00 – Climate Action Plans 9:33 – Why build a building model? 11:48 – AHRI Systems Steering Committee Find out more about the AHRI SSC here. 14:21 – Will the DOE Energy Efficiency programs and today’s metrics be affected? Previous Episode: What about efficiency? New 2023 efficiency regulations The post What’s New with Regs: System Efficiency – A Look into the Future appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, Lindsay and Jennifer talk all about efficiency and the impact of new efficiency regulations in residential, commercial air conditioning, and heat pump equipment. We discuss the regional differences and requirements for the new regulations. In addition, we also evaluate the residential SEER increase and commercial IEER increase, new test procedures, when these changes will take place, and the reason behind the increase. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Emerson Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 0:49 – Answer to the previous question of the week – What about efficiency? Are there any new efficiency regulations on the way? 1:34 – Regional requirements and the new SEER standard 3:22 – Effective date of the 2023 regulations and regional differences (install date vs. manufacture date) 5:07 – Impact of the new test procedures (SEER2, HSPF, EER2) 6:54 – What to keep in mind when transitioning your inventory 7:58 – How will the new required regulations affect commercial equipment? 9:00 – Anticipated effects of the 2023 efficiency requirements 10:37 – Question of the week Additional articles on the new 2023 efficiency regulations: AC Industry Regulations 2023 Residential Federal Minimum Standards: Contractors’ Perspective Previous Episode: New Refrigerants, New Codes, and New Standards The post What’s New with Regs: What about efficiency? New 2023 efficiency regulations appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we discuss the importance of and how to perform preventive maintenance. John and James share their knowledge on the best practices and the do’s and don’ts for performing preventive maintenance. They also discuss different visual and noninvasive checks that can be done even if you’re not an HVAC professional. Stay tuned to be informed on the new updated technical support number and how to reach John and James for any technical questions! Host: Lindsay Headings – Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Hosts: James Stevenson – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson John Roberts – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 0:50 – How to reach technical support at Emerson New tech number: 833-409-7505 Email: coldchain.technicalservices@emerson.com Technical support website: https://climate.emerson.com/en-us/training-support/technical-support 1:40 – Preventative maintenance 1:57 – How long should a compressor last? 3:16 – Application engineering bulletin 105 (AE105) 3:44 – How to perform preventive maintenance without any equipment (visual and noninvasive checks) 9:25 – Compressor failures 9:59 – How often to perform preventive maintenance 10:38 – Things not to do when performing preventive maintenance 14:11 – How to equip your new technicians with good practices? 16:13 – Top 3 things to check 17:24 – Principles of cleaning refrigeration systems (AE24-1105 Bulletin) & liquid line filter drier 20:36 – System control settings 23:05 – What to do if you have a noise issue with a compressor 24:35 – Recap and the variables that affect compressor life expectancy 28:07 – How often to perform preventive maintenance 29:17 – System checklist for troubleshooting 31:50 – Question of the week This episode’s question of the week is now CLOSED. Our lucky winner is Lowell Brooks. Congrats Lowell! Next Episode: Tandems and Trios Previous Episode: Emerson Digital Tools & Resources The post Tech Experts Edition: Preventive Maintenance appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we are joined by Marc Scancarello who is the director of materials engineering at Emerson. Today’s discussion is all based on new refrigerants and new codes. We answer the question, what is ASHRAE 34 and 15, and walk through the new standards as well. We also discuss how the adoption of new codes and standards can vary from state to state and how it can affect one’s business. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Emerson Guest: Marc Scancarello, Director of Materials Engineering, Emerson 0:09 – Welcome 0:55 – Who is Marc  Scancarello 2:25 – How is the new refrigerant transition different than the transition between R-22 and R-410A 4:05 – What should I know about these new refrigerants? (Last episode’s question of the week) 4:46 – What is ASHRAE 34? The ASHRAE public review webpage can be accessed here where you can explore the most recent proposed revisions to ASHRAE standards and submit comments as appropriate – https://osr.ashrae.org/default.aspx  10:27 – How does ASHRAE 15 evaluate/adopt new flammable refrigerants? 13:56 – How does the new standard and safety measure affect contractors and manufacturers 14:10 – Adoption of new codes history 15:23 – How long does the adoption of new codes take? 16:43 – New question of the week Marc Scancerello’s “Give Me a Wrench” Ted Talk – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aNN-QS1H4E Next Episode: What about efficiency? New 2023 efficiency regulations Previous Episode: “State by State” – the U.S. Climate Alliance and CARB The post What’s New with Regs: New Refrigerants, New Codes, and New Standards appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In today’s episode, we are joined by a special guest from Perfect Technician Academy (PTA), Dr. Thomas Moorman. Dr. Moorman has spent his career working in higher education and is now helping military veterans and others find fulfilling careers in the HVAC industry. We dive into how PTA started, the school’s mission, 97% graduation rate, what makes Dr. Moorman so passionate about the industry, and how army veterans can have a successful career in the trades. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Guest: Dr. Thomas Moorman, Provost and School Director, Perfect Technician Academy (PTA) Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 1:21 – Who is Dr. Moorman and why skill trades? 3:03 – Median salary for an HVAC tech and the advantage of being in the trades industry 6:05 – History of PTA and its mission 8:27 – Transitioning your skills from the Army to skills trade 13:20 – How does PTA help its students find a job after completing the program 14:59 – Goal of PTA 15:34 – Graduation and placement rate 16:36 – PTA’s plan to make an impact on the HVAC industry and developing quality technicians 17:20 – Past success story of a PTA graduate Who is Dr. Thomas Moorman – Dr. Moorman has spent his career working in higher education, most of it with the University of North Texas Health Science Center where he served as the Vice Provost of Academic Initiatives. In his current role at PTA, he’s helped the academy earn recognition and awards, such as the Military Friendly School Designation, and focuses on helping military veterans find fulfilling careers in the HVAC industry. Perfect Technician Academy (PTA): At PTA, the primary goal is to make a difference in the working world. Recognizing that creating a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning school could make a real change, they hope to improve the lives of others by providing access to training and certification that lead to successful trade careers. Perfect Technician Academy (PTA) links: Website: https://www.perfecttechnicianacademy.com/ Social Media: The post Skilled Trades and Opportunities for Service Members appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, Jennifer Butsch is joined once again by Don Gillis, lead technical instructor for Emerson Educational Services. Don and Jennifer discuss the differing state requirements, the challenges and impacts they have on contractors, as well as how they perform within each state. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Emerson Guest: Don Gillis, Lead Technical Instructor for Emerson Educational Services, Emerson Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 1:20 – State by state challenges 5:09 – Emerson Educational Services 5:32 – “Are there state-level requirements that affect me?” 9:20 – State patterns when adopting regulations by region 9:30 – US Climate Alliance map 11:29 – EPA SNAP 20/21 adoption overview map 12:50 – Suggestions for understanding the state by state guidelines 14:32 – New question of the week Next Episode: New Refrigerants, New Codes, and New Standards Previous Episode: EPA SNAP Rules – On again, off again, on again?? The post What’s New with Regs: “State by State” – the U.S. Climate Alliance and CARB appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we are joined by Brad Hess, Emerson’s air conditioning application engineering manager. Brad shares his knowledge and expertise regarding Emerson’s digital tools and resources as well as how and when to utilize each of these technical resources. The tools being discussed include Online Product Information (OPI), Product Selection Software (PSS), Copeland Mobile, and Application Engineering Bulletins. Host: Lindsay Headings – Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Guest: Brad Hess – Application Engineering Manager, Emerson Timestamps: 0:10 – Welcome 0:55 – Who is Brad Hess? 2:37 – Online Product Information (OPI) and how to access it 5:55 – Product Selection Software (PSS) and how to access it 7:30 – When and who should use OPI and PSS? 8:28 – Mobile Apps – Copeland Mobile features 11:24 – Application Engineering (AE) Bulletins App 14:35 – Recap of all applications and apps 16:05 – Question of the week Next Episode: Preventive Maintenance Previous Episode: Hard Start Kits The post Tech Experts Edition: Emerson Digital Tools & Resources appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we are joined by Emerson’s Don Gillis who is a lead instructor from Emerson’s educational services. Today, we answer the question regarding what the US has done to phase down HFCs. We explore this question by going through the EPA’s SNAP Rules, what they mean, and how they affect the industry, specifically technicians. We also discuss the history of these SNAP rules and the effects that they have on HFCs. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Emerson Guest: Don Gillis, Lead Technical Instructor for Copeland Educational Services, Emerson Timestamps: 0:09 – Welcome 0:49 – Introduce Don Gillis 2:00 – Emerson education services 3:33 – What has the U.S done to phase down HFCs? 3:56 – EPA & SNAP Rules 6:28 – Technicians response to the new SNAP Rules 14:07 – Vacating SNAP Rule 20 and 21 Next Episode: “State by State” – the U.S. Climate Alliance and CARB Previous Episode: Kigali Amendment: Phase down, not out The post What’s New with Regs: EPA SNAP Rules – On again, off again, on again?? appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we answer the question of the week from the previous episode, “Does a residential AC scroll need a hard start kit?” John & James answer this by walking through different scenarios in which you would and would not need a hard start kit for your system. We also discuss different resources that can be used to understand this topic a little better such as Copeland Mobile, AE Bulletins, OPI, and calling the service helpline. Host: Lindsay Headings – Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-hosts: James Stevenson – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson John Roberts – Technical Service Engineer, Emerson Timestamps: 0:10 – Welcome 0:44 – “Does a residential AC scroll need a hard start kit?” 3:38 – Where to find hard start equipment Copeland Mobile 6:20 – AE4-1374 7:50 – New question of the week This episode’s question of the week is now CLOSED. Our lucky winner is John Holloman. Congrats John! Would you like the Tech Experts to discuss a specific topic? Tell us below! Next Episode: Emerson Digital Tools & Resources Previous Episode: 6 and 9 Lead Motors The post Tech Experts Edition: Hard Start Kits appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.

In this episode, we are joined by Emerson’s Dr. Rajan Rajendran who is the V.P. of Systems Innovation Center and Sustainability. Today we answer the question, “Why are HFC’s not a good permanent solution?” We also discuss the greenhouse effects and how ozone-depleting gasses such as HFC’s are related to this. In addition, we explore the proliferation of refrigeration around the globe and the Kigali phase down and how it works. Host: Lindsay Headings, Digital Marketing and Content Manager, Emerson Co-Host: Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Emerson Guest: Dr. Rajan Rajendran, Vice President of Systems Innovation Center and Sustainability, Emerson Timestamps: 0:10 – Welcome 1:33 – Answer to “Why are HFC’s not a good permanent solution?” 5:34 – Montreal Protocol 7:02 – Economist article 8:08 – Increasing emissions 9:38 – Velder’s model 11:28 – RTOC report 11:58 – Kigali Amendment 12:00 – E360 Regulations Webinar 15:50 – Why phase down and not out? 18:51 – New question of the week Next Episode: EPA SNAP Rules Previous Episode: Refrigerants – Where are we now? The post What’s New with Regs: Kigali Amendment: Phase down, not out appeared first on AC & Heating Connect.