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Ernest Moniz urging the agency to recon-sider its recently proposed 92 percent AFUE nationwide residential furnace standard.

The current national standard for residen-tial natural gas furnaces is 80 percent AFUE.

In the letter authored by U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Alabama, Brooks and 120 undersigned members of the House including 116 Republicans and four Democrats said they are extremely concerned that requiring the elimination of the economical and efficient noncon-

densing furnace will place an unnecessary burden on already struggling homeown-ers in our states, and that by setting a nationwide energy-efficiency standard that precludes a consumer from choosing to install a noncondensing furnace, the DOE will be forcing many homeowners to either abandon the use of natural gas to heat their homes or pay substantially

more for the installation of a furnace that meets the new standard.

In the letter, Brooks, who serves on the House Subcommittee on Energy and Power, also strongly encouraged Moniz to avoid such an either-or approach to furnace efficiency by establishing separate product classes for condensing and non

cerns are understandable, since air con-ditioning and refrigeration equipment failures in the commercial market often equate to revenue and product loss.

For example, Don Henley, service and manpower manager with Moores Electri-cal & Mechanical Construction Inc., Alta-vista, Virginia, pointed out that, in retail, a customer will walk right out of a store if it feels uncomfortable inside.

If youve got a shopper coming in and its 80F inside the store, hes likely not going to stay long, Henley said. In con-trast, A cool store equals a happy cus-tomer and a happy manager.

Keeping people happy and cool isnt always easy in a crunch, so its essential commercial contractors have the right practices in place including access to portable equipment to quickly restore cooling in emergency situations.

EQUIPMENT FAILURESWhile Henley noted that Moores is very

well-attuned to the retail market, he added the company serves other customers who

On June 8, 121 members of the U.S. House of Representatives sent a letter to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary

Temperatures are on the rise, and as the heat increases and equip-ment fails, customers can quickly become frantic. And, their con-

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ing Contractors Inc. (Tempe, Arizona) received the national First Place Safety Excellence Award the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) for the 10th time.

MANUFACTURERSNibco Inc. (Elkhart, Indiana) named Ashley

Martin general manager PEX of its Lebanon, Ohio, manufacturing facility.

Spirax Sarco Inc. (Blythewood, South Carolina) announced it will expand application engineering and solution support for energy monitoring and man-agement, and cease the manufacturing of metering products, at its Longmont, Colorado, facility.

LG Electronics (Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey) earned four Appliance Design2015 Excellence in Design Awards, including a Gold Award in HVAC.

DriSteem Corp. (Eden Prairie, Minne-sota) appointed Dave Schwaller senior application engineer within its new inside sales team.

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you are unaware of the group, this is where the best and bright-est of the industry save for me, of course get together for a one-day meeting to brainstorm solutions for some of the HVACR industrys problems. It takes place at the ACCA headquarters and is run by Glenn Hourahan of ACCA and former ACCA chair-man Laura DiFilippo.

All the major stakeholders were represented at the meeting, as a good mix of manufacturers, distributors, and contractors were present. They even welcomed a home builder representative.

The interesting part is that this group is not concerned about problems that are here today or even problems that will rise up in the near future. Instead, the Joint Future Committee tries to look three years or more down the road to examine what will impact the industry. It is a very proactive, yet challenging, way to address the industrys future.

The process starts months

prior, when everyone in the com-mittee sends three ideas to possi-bly discuss at the meeting. That is not as easy as it sounds. In my job, its easy to identify the problems of today, and figuring out the prob-lems of tomorrow is not really that hard. In fact, they tend to knock on your door; you dont need to go looking for them. Trying to come up with the problems that will bubble up three to five years from now is a lot tougher.

INTERNET OF THINGSFor instance, at the event, my

group talked about the Internet of Things (IoT).

The topic centered upon the move to have all HVAC systems electronically connected to the house and building network and controls system. This is being pushed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as well as utili-ties to enable connection to the smart grid, improve diagnostics, and help in the efforts to reduce energy consumption, control peak power, and better enable the use of renewable energy. This will change the way equipment is designed, installed, and serviced.

The question was, How do we get the industry engaged and pre-pare the installation and service industry for the change in the way units may be installed and oper-ated in the future? It sounds like a lot to discuss, but, dont worry they ordered in lunch.

Another subgroup tackled what would happen if a group decided to do to HVAC what Uber has done to taxis. This is what it looks like to try and iden-tify problems of the future.

What does this mean to our contractor readers? Well, first, it means there is a group of smart folks in HVACR trying to make sure this industry stays ahead of the curve. Also, those who com-plain that the different channel groups dont work together are probably unaware of meetings like this.

Finally, this should be a blue-print for running your business. I am sure, for a lot of HVAC con-tractors, running a business is a day-to-day or week-to-week job. This means they are just trying to put out the fires of the day and make sure they have a good week. Contractors who feel they are

ahead of the game are tracking their monthly numbers and can tell you how they compare to last year.

But, how many contractors are truly looking three to five years down the road to investi-gate what their company will look like and, more importantly, what their competitors will look like? Odds are the government will be moving the goal posts on you.

Obviously, this is not some-thing that you can think about daily or even weekly. But, maybe you can squeeze in a couple hours monthly or quar-terly. Better yet, get your execu-tive team to help you out. As I can tell you firsthand from my experience on the Joint Futures Committee, multiple heads thinking about problems are definitely better than one. The number of ideas that come out of the group brainstorming ses-sion is staggering.

Give it a try so you wont get caught flat footed when the industry and your market inevi-tably changes.

To learn more about the Joint Futures committee, visit http://bit.ly/JointFutures.

I recently had the pleasure of participating in the Joint Futures Committee Meeting in Arlington, Virginia. In case

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NEWSLINEDOE, Industry Finalize Standards

ARLINGTON, Va. The Appliance Stan-dards Awareness Project

(ASAP); the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Insti-tute (AHRI); and the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) applauded the success of the Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Commercial Warm Air Furnaces Working Group, established by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on April 1, to negotiate conserva-tion standards for these products.

After six meetings, the working group comprised of energy-efficiency and envi-ronmental advocates, contrac-tors, and agency representatives, including ACEEE, AHRI, and ASAP reached consensus and provided recommendations for energy conservation standards, test procedures, and metrics.

Negotiated rulemaking is our preferred method for estab-lishing energy conservation stan-dards for covered products and equipment, said Stephen Yurek, president and CEO of AHRI.

Bringing stakeholders together to develop a rule that is both effective and achievable is the best way to ensure our members products and equipment provide consumers and businesses with comfort, safety, and productivity while helping the nation achieve its energy reduction targets.

By every measure, this is the biggest efficiency standards rulemaking in the DOEs his-tory, said Steven Nadel, execu-tive director, ACEEE. Over 30 years of sales, businesses from big-box stores to commercial building owners will net savings of nearly $50 billion while the nation will see energy reductions equal to all the coal burned in U.S. power plants in one year.

The committee was estab-lished under the Appliance Stan-dards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC) in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the Negotiated Rulemaking Act. Specifically, the group was tasked with addressing rules for the energy efficiency of com-mercial package air condition-ers and heat pumps (specifically, air-cooled with rated cooling capacities greater than or equal to 65,000 Btuh and less than 760,000 Btuh for split and pack-age air conditioners and heat pumps) and commercial warm

air furnaces, as authorized by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) of 1975, as amended. The scope excluded package ter-minal air conditioners and heat pumps (PTAC/PTHP), single package vertical units (SPVU), computer room air conditioners (CRAC), and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems.

Chilled Beams to Grow 11 Percent By 2020

DUBLIN The chilled beam systems market is expected to grow at

an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.14 percent between 2015 and 2020,

according to a new report by Research and Markets. The report, Chilled Beam System Market by Design, Function, Application, and Geography Trends & Forecast 2015-2020, stated the market will be driven by an increase in demand for energy saving in buildings and enhanced thermal comfort for occupants, in addition to the increasing ben-efits of chilled beam systems, such as low noise levels, floor-to-floor space savings, and good IAQ in various applications.

Chilled beam systems consist of three types: active, passive, and multi-service chilled beams, which are used to constantly provide energy-efficient air con-ditioning and ventilation sys-tems to the buildings in which

they are installed. The demand for chilled beam systems has been increasing at a consider-able rate with the increasing need for energy conservation in several applications. However, the market faces various chal-lenges due to a complicated trad-eoff between temperature and latent load (humidity), in order to prevent condensation over the beams. Moreover, factors such as the high cost of ownership along with the lack of consumer aware-ness act as restraints towards the growth of the market.

The key market players aim to increase their product offer-ings and market size in various applications and regions through collaborations, partnerships, new product launches, and by upgrading existing products. The report covers the market, which has been segmented on the basis of design, function, appli-cation, and geography. Further-more, it comprises the analyses of the market dynamics during the forecast period, Porters Five Forces analysis, and the cur-rent competitive scenario along with the market size analysis of the key players. The report also includes the detailed profiles of the major players in the chilled beam system market along with their growth strategies.

For more information, visit http://bit.ly/1Htbd39.

DOE Grants $32M to Solar

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

announced $32 million in fund-ing to help train American workers for the solar energy workforce and to further drive down the cost of solar by devel-oping innovative low-cost con-centrating solar power collectors and increasing access to critical solar data.

The DOE is making up to $12 million available to develop a diverse, well-trained solar-support workforce, including insurance, real estate, and utility professionals whom consumers rely on when they choose solar. An additional $5 million will fund projects aimed at increasing market transparency and access to key solar energy datasets. An additional $15 million will fund projects to develop new designs for concentrating solar power (CSP) collectors, the most expen-sive component of CSP systems. Altogether, this funding will help

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T he Nexstar Legacy Foundation announced a partnership with Good-man Mfg. Co., a member of the Daikin Group, that will address the shortage of technicians for the plumbing, HVAC, and electrical industries.

Mike Henson (right), director of strategic alliances, Goodman Mfg. Co., presented a $25,000 check to Julie Wieman (left), president of the foundation. The donation will support and help grow the foundations two programs, Explore the Trades and Troops to Trades, both of which address the growing shortage of technicians by providing career information, schol-arships, and connections to businesses across the U.S. and Canada.

The technician shortage isnt just a problem for service companies, it also affects manufacturing, said Henson. Manufacturers need to rec-ognize that fewer technicians mean service companies cant meet the needs of their customers, which will have a negative impact on all of our businesses. We all need to be concerned about this shortage.

The foundation will use this funding to continue to build awareness of the professional and lucrative careers available in the trades.

Only 6 percent of all high school students are looking for a career in the trades, said Rene Cardarelle, executive director, Nexstar Legacy Foundation. Yet, the job growth in this industry is huge. Our goal is to develop career paths that help more young people and military veterans enter the industry and find stable middle-class careers. Partners like Goodman are instrumental in helping the foundation achieve these goals.

The Nexstar Legacy Foundation is dedicated to attracting talented indi-viduals to the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical industries by inspiring these people to discover the prestige, earning power, and stability of careers in these fields. The foundation accomplishes this by being the leading resource for information on careers and training as well as a source of financial aid.

Goodman Donates $25,000 to Nexstar

MANUFACTURERSMarvair (Cordele, Geor-

gia) named Vikas Chan-drashekar senior mechanical engineer.

Mestek Inc. (Westfield, Mas-sachusetts) designated Emerson Hobgood vice president of Farmville

Operations. Burr Oak Tool Inc. (Sturgis,

Michigan) announced a partnership with Optimized Thermal Systems Inc. (College Park, Maryland) to analyze and test new and innovative heat exchanger designs and comprehensive system configurations.

DISTRIBUTORAC Pro (Fontana, California)

opened a new branch in El Cajon, California.

ORGANIZATIONSRSES (Rolling Meadows,

Illinois) granted certificate member specialist status to Dones Mayhay, George Koedel, and James Keith.

The Rocky Mountain Insti-tute (RMI) named Iain Campbell managing director of buildings practice.

The Building Content Summit (BCS), an RTC Events (Irvine, California) conference, will be held July 22 in Washington, District of Columbia, prior to the Revit Technology Con-ference (RTC).

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of solicitation seeking nominations for membership to the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Fed-eral Advisory Committee (ASRAC). The deadline to submit nominations is July 17.

SCHOOLScott Community College

(Bettendorf, Iowa) was granted programmatic accreditation of its HVACR program by HVAC Excellence (Washington).

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room air

warm air output

APPLICATIONS/USES

Supplemental heat for spaces where the system is inadequate -cold or drafty offices, lobbies, warehouses, school rooms, daycare centers, retail spaces, nursing homes - any place where additional heat is needed.

Spot heating of an office or facility when the main heating system is being serviced - a necessity for facility management companies, multi-unit facilities, hospitals, schools and universities.

Heating of trouble spots in buildings where duct work cannot be installed. (Many of these same spaces will require cooling during the summer months).

FEATURES

Electronic Control - Automatic temperature control with adjustable fan speeds. HEAT/COOL/AUTO selection with automatic change-over and fan speed control

Hot Gas Bypass Valve - allows heat pump operation in cool temperatures without coil freeze-up

Electrostatic Air Filter for both the evaporator and condenser air

ACCESSORIES

Duct Kit - For discharging condenser air above a drop ceiling

Nozzle Kit - Dual nozzles direct the air to an intended target

Discharge Duct Adapter - Allows for supply air to be ducted through a round duct

Return Air Plenum - Plenum that allows for a round duct to be used to return room air to the unit

Condenser Plenum - Plenum that allows for round duct to be used to return air to the condenser

The Oceanaire Heat Pump Series is designed to provide comfort to any space during cooling and heating seasons. In most applications, heat pumps generate more heat than comparable electric heaters with the same power.

The electronic controller can be set to heat, cool or automatically moderate the space temperature and air flow.

The heat pump is a portable heating and cooling unit, that can provide year-round comfort in almost any application.

Water-Cooled Cooling

OWC

DISCHARGEDUCTADAPTER

NOZZLEKIT

RETURN AIRPLENUM

HOSE KIT

DELUXE ELECTRONICCONTROL

ELECTROSTATICFILTER

water source connection

water in

water out

condensate drain

Water-cooled portables are a very efficient source of cooling that allows you to cool areas where air-cooled equipment will not. By using municipal water, the water-cooled portables provide air conditioning to out-of-the-way building areas where condenser air is not available, such as electrical rooms, laboratories, and small offices. An added benefit: the OWC will cool a space without exchanging air in surrounding areas. This feature makes the unit a preferred choice for medical locations such as surgical suites and confinement areas. The OWC is a self-contained air conditioner, equipped with a regulating valve (for water usage control), a condensate pump, high pressure reset (for loss of water) and a deluxe electronic control system. Roll it in, hook it up with the optional hose kit and begin cooling.

FEATURES

Condensate Pump - automatically removes condensate while cooling

High Pressure Cut-out - shuts down the unit if water supply is interrupted

Electrostatic Air Filter for both the evaporator and condenser air

Electronic Control - automatic temperature control with adjustable fan speeds. Cooling display can be remote mounted

Water Regulating Valve - regulates condenser water flow, and cuts off water when the compressor is OFF

Hose Kits - for connecting to water source and for draining the unit

ACCESSORIES

Hose Kit - for connecting the OWC unit, hose kits are available in 10, 25 and 40 foot lengths

Nozzle Kit - dual nozzles direct the cool air to an intended target

Discharge Duct Adapter - allows for the OWC supply to be ducted through a round duct

Return Air Plenum - plenums that allow for a round duct to be returned to the OWC unit

Spot Coolers Rents And Sells Severe-Duty Cart-Mounted Units In 5 & 12 Ton Capacities

Large Capacity, Trailer-Mounted Cooling

No standard equipment provides "one size fits all" performance. Our cart mounted series was designed for those applications where standard equipment isn't appropriate.

These compact portables provide the solution when large capacity cooling is required indoors or outdoors. Small enough to wheel inside office buildings and other institutional spaces, our cart mounted series is ideal for short or long term cooling requirements. Light and compact, they provide big capacity. They provide the needed interim cooling in computer and equipment rooms when dedicated A/C units must be shut down for repair or service.

On construction sites or during maintenance intervals, these rugged units provide continous and reliable operation outdoors in any weather. Powerful blowers support long duct runs to direct cool air where it's needed. Special built-in features allow for continous operation even when ambient temperatures are extreme.

Heavy Duty Cooling To Go!

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Spot Coolers Is Your Resource For Custom Designed Solutions To Tough Cooling Problems

Standard portable air conditioning equipment was designed for interior use. But some situations require heavy duty equipment that functions in extreme conditions. Thats why Spot Coolers created its Transportable Temperature Systems custom build division. Transportable Temperature System's model line of compact cart and trailer mounted equipment is built to industrial grade standards. All TTS equipment is rugged, designed to function seamlessly, regardless of weather conditions. These custom-built units will run continuously, indoors or outdoors providing years of reliable operation.

When off-the-shelf equipment won't cut it, you need a solution specifically designed to meet your needs; something that out-performs everything else. In those situations, we offer turn-key design, production, and fabrication capabilities. Whether you need compact design, higher static capability, low ambient operation, or a specific configuration, Transportable Temperature Systems can build equipment to meet any exacting specifications.

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All specifications subject to change without notice. Standard warranty includes 12 months on entire unit and 36 months on the compressor. Call for details on Spot Coolers new Extended Warranty Program. All models feature compressor overload relay and fan

motor protection. All models also feature compressor short-cycle protection, return air thermostat, automatic restart and accommodate a condensate pump kit. All models are 50 Hertz (Hz) compatible with a slight performance decrease from specifications listed above.

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SPECIFICATIONS OFFICE PRO 12OFFICE PRO

18OFFICE PRO

24OFFICE PRO

36OFFICE PRO

60OFFICE PRO

63

Cooling Capacity (95at 60% RH) (Btu/Hr)

1 Ton 12,000

1.5 Ton 16,800

2 Ton 24,000

3 Ton 36,000

5 Ton 60,000

5 Ton 60,000

Electronic Features (Control Panel/Thermostat Control) Programmable Programmable Programmable Programmable Programmable Programmable

Air Flow Evaporator (CFM, High/Low) 410/380 540/500 630/545 990/825 1940/1770 1940/1770

Air Flow Condenser (CFM, High/Low) 820/715 770/710 870/760 1490/1060 2830/2650 2830/2650

Operating Conditions (Min-Max)(at 50% RH) 65-95F 65-95F 65-95F 65-95F 65-105F 65-105F

Voltage 115/1 115/1 208-230/1 208-230/1 208-230/1 460/3

Min-Max Voltage 105-125 105-125 198-250 198-250 198-250 440/480

Power Consumption (KW) 1.3 1.7 2.9 4.3 6.6 6.6

Current Consumption (AMPS) 11.9 15.6 13.2 19.6 29 9.5

Circuit Breaker Size (AMPS) 15 20 20 30 50 20

NEMA Plug Configuration 5-15 5-20 6-20 6-30 6-50 L16-20

Power Cord (Gauge/Length) 14 AWG (3-core)/10 ft12 AWG

(3-core)/10 ft12 AWG

(3-core)/6 ft12 AWG

(3-core)/6 ft6 AWG

(3-core)/6 ft12AWG

(4core)/6 ft

Dimensions W x D x H (IN) 21 x 27 x 44 21 x 27 x 44 21 x 27 x 49 30 x 44 x 52 30 x 52 x 65 30 x 52 x 65

Weight (Net Weight/Shipping Weight) (LBS) 151/182 170/201 216/253 432/509 623/753 705/835

Humidity Removed at 60% RH (GAL/HR) 0.58 0.96 1.25 2.17 3.04 3.04

Drain Tank Capacity (GAL) 5 5 5 2 @ 2.5 gal Auto Pump Auto Pump

Refrigerant R-410A R-410A R-410A R-410A R-410A R-410A

Sound Level w/Duct (db(A), High/Low) 52/50 61/59 63/61 65/62 69/67 69/67

Max. Duct Length (Cold Duct Hose/Hot Duct Hose) 30 ft/60 ft 25 ft/100 ft 50 ft/45 ft 40 ft/60 ft 40 ft/100 ft 40 ft/100ft

FIELD-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES

Hot Duct Flange INCLUDED 12" INCLUDED 12" INCLUDED 12" INCLUDED 16" INCLUDED 16" INCLUDED 16"

2 x 2 Ceiling Tile w/Hose CT-12 CT-12 CT-12 CT-16 CT-16 CT-16

Condenser Return Air Plenum DAP DAP DAP DAP DAP DAP

Condensate Pump 115 volt 115 volt 230 volt 230 volt INCLUDED INCLUDED

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CLASSIC PLUS 14

CLASSIC PLUS 26

CLASSIC 10

CLASSIC 40

CLASSIC 60

1 Ton 13,200

2 Ton 24,000

1 Ton 10,000

3.25 Ton 39,000

5 Ton 60,000

Programmable Programmable Digital Digital Digital

440/380 708/600 265 1060 1580

880/760 1680/1190 740 2650 3800

70-113F 70-113F 70-105F 75-115F 75-115F

115/1 208-230/1 115/1 220/3 460/3

105-125 198-250 105-125 198-250 440-480

1.3 204 1.1 4.2 5.9

11.9 10.8 10 14 8.8

15 20 15 25 20

5-15 6-20 5-15 L15-30 N/A

14 AWG(3-core)/10 ft

12 AWG(3-core)/6 ft

14 AWG (3-core)/10 ft

12 AWG (4-core)/6 ft N/A

19 x 26 x 41 19 x 29 x 47 19 x 26 x 41 26 x 43 x 38 32 x 49 x 42

166/197 199/270 156/194 344/396 474/566

0.67 1.38 0.63 2.5 3.84

5 5 5 2@ 5 gal (optional) N/A

R-410A R-410A R-410A R-410A R-410A

57/55 66/64 55 72 w/o duct 72 w/o duct

30 ft/60 ft 60 ft/45 ft 40 ft/60 ft Varies/40 ft Varies /40 ft

12" 12" 12" INCLUDED INCLUDED

CT-12 CT-12 CT-12 N/A N/A

MAP MAP MAP N/A N/A

115 volt 230 volt 115 volt N/A N/A

* CLASSIC 40 and CLASSIC 60 units not optimum for office or computer room use

Low Temperature Portable Air Cooled Air Conditioners

SPECIFICATIONS 2OAC 12112OAC 1811

2OAC 2412

2OAC 3612

2OAC 3632

2OAC 3634

2OAC 6012

2OAC 6032

2OAC 6034

Cooling Capacity (Btu/Hr)@ ARI 80F 67 at 52% relative humidity

1 Ton 11,800

1.5 Ton/ 16,800

2 Ton/ 24,020

3 Ton/ 36,050

3 Ton/ 36,050

3 Ton/ 36,050

5 Ton/ 60,050

5 Ton/ 60,050

5 Ton/ 60,050

Electronic Features Control Panel/Thermostat Control

low voltage solid state









Air Flow Evaporator (CFM) 400 600 810 1200 1200 1200 1950 1950 1950

Air Flow Condenser (CFM) 580 930 1010 1390 1390 1390 2200 2200 2200

Operating Conditions (Min-Max) 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F 55-105F

Voltage 115/1 115/1 208-230/1 208-230/1 208-230/3 460/3 208-230/1 208-230/3 460/3

Min-Max Voltage 105-125 105-125 187-253 187-253 187-253 414-506 187-253 187-253 414-506

Current Consumption (AMPS) 10.4 14.1 14.9 18.1 17.2 8.7 32.0 20.4 14.8

NEMA Plug Configuration 5-15P 5-20P 6-20P 6-30P L15-30P L16-20P 6-50P L15-30P L16-20P

Power Cord (Gauge/Length) 14/3 10 ft14/3 10 ft

14/3 10 ft

12/3 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

8/3 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

Dimensions W x D x H (IN) 20 x 25 x 37 24 x 30 x 46 24 x 30 x 46 28 x 35 x 51 28 x 35 x 51 28 x 35 x 51 28 x 39 x 53 28 x 39 x 53 28 x 39 x 53

Weight (LBS) 180 260 260 365 365 380 485 485 515

Humidity Removedat 60%RH (GAL/HR) 0.85 1.1 1.7 2.2 2.2 2.2 4.1 4.1 4.1

Drain Tank Capacity (GAL) 5 5 5 5 5 5 Auto Pump Auto Pump Auto Pump

410A Charge (OZ) 18 40 37 66 66 66 80 80 80

Sound Level w/Duct (dB(A)) 54 60 65 69 69 69 78 78 78

FACTORY-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES

Acrylic Coated Coils AC-1 AC-2 AC-2 AC-6 AC-6 AC-6 AC-6 AC-6 AC-6

Heresite Coated Coils HC-1 HC-2 HC-2 HC-6 HC-6 HC-6 HC-6 HC-6 HC-6


Nozzle Kit 2NK-1 2NK-2 2NK-2 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3

Ceiling Kit 2 x 2 CK-12 CK-12 CK-12 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16

Cond. Return Air Plenum 2DCP-1 2DCP-2 2DCP-2 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5

Evap. Return Air Plenum DEP-10 2DEP-12 2DEP-12 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16

Condensate Pump 2DPC-1 2DPC-1 2DPC-2 2DPC-2 2DPC-2 2DPC-2 STD STD STD

Duct Adapter 2DDA-6 2DDA-10 2DDA-10 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16

Portable Heat Pump Air Conditioners


SPECIFICATIONS 2OACH 12112OACH 1811

2OACH 2412

2OACH 3612

2OACH 3632

2OACH 3634

2OACH 6012

2OACH 6032

2OACH 6034

Cooling Capacity (Btu/Hr) @ARI 80 - 67 at 52% relative humidity

1 Ton/ 11,800

1.5 Ton/ 16,800

2 Ton/ 24,020

3 Ton/ 36,050

3 Ton/ 36,050

3 Ton/ 36,050

5 Ton/ 60,050

5 Ton/ 60,050

5 Ton/ 60,050

Heating Capacity (Btu/Hr)@ ARI 70F 60 at 60% relative humidity

11,000 15,600 24,020 32,500 32,500 32,500 53,500 53,500 53,500

Electronic Features(Control Panel/Thermostat Control)











Air Flow Condenser (CFM) 580 930 1010 1390 1390 1390 2200 2200 2200


Voltage 115/1 115/1 208-230/1 208-230/1 208-230/3 460/3 208-230/1 208-230/3 460/3

Min-Max Voltage 105-125 105-125 187-253 187-253 187-253 414-506 187-253 187-253 414-506




14/3 10 ft

12/3 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

8/3 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

10/4 10 ft


Weight (LBS) 180 260 260 365 365 380 485 485 515

Humidity Removedat 60% RH (GAL/HR) 0.85 1.1 1.7 2.2 2.2 2.2 4.1 4.1 4.1

Drain Tank Capacity (GAL) 5 5 5 5 5 5 Auto Pump Auto Pump Auto Pump

410A Charge (OZ) 18 40 37 66 66 66 80 80 80

Sound Level w/Duct (dB(A)) 54 60 65 69 69 69 78 78 78





Nozzle Kit 2NK-1 2NK-2 2NK-2 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3

Ceiling Kit 2 x 2 CK-12 CK-12 CK-12 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16 CK-16

Cond. Return Air Plenum 2DCP-1 2DCP-2 2DCP-2 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5 DCP-5

Evap. Return Air Plenum DEP-10 2DEP-12 2DEP-12 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16

Condensate Pump 2DPC-1 2DPC-1 2DPC-2 2DPC-2 2DPC-2 2DPC-2 STD STD STD

Duct Adapter 2DDA-6 2DDA-10 2DDA-10 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16

Portable Water Cooled Air Conditioners

SPECIFICATIONS OWC 1211OWC 1811

OWC 2412

OWC 3612

OWC 3632

OWC 3634

OWC 6012

OWC 6032

OWC 6034

Cooling Capacity (Btu/Hr)@ ARI 80F 67 at 52% relative humidity

1 Ton/ 12,000

1.5 Ton/ 18,000

2 Ton/ 23,950

3 Ton/ 36,100

3 Ton/ 36,100

3 Ton/ 36,100

5 Ton/ 60,100

5 Ton/ 60,100

5 Ton/ 60,100



Voltage 115/1 115/1 208-230/1 208-230/1 208-230/3 460/3 208-230/1 208-230/3 460/3

Min-Max Voltage 105-125 105-125 187-253 187-253 187-253 414-506 187-253 187-253 414-506




14/3 10 ft

14/3 10 ft

14/4 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

10/3 10 ft

10/4 10 ft

10/4 10 ft


Weight (LBS) 110 150 160 240 240 270 460 460 520

Humidity Removedat 60% RH (GAL/HR) 0.85 1.1 1.7 2.2 2.2 2.2 4.1 4.1 4.1

410A Charge (OZ) 14 18 16 24 24 24 52 52 52

Sound Level (dB(A)) 52 57 60 62 62 62 69 69 69

Condensate Pump Lift (FT) 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20





Nozzle Kit NK-1 NK-2 NK-2 2NK-3 2NK-3 2NK-3 NK-3 NK-3 NK-3

Evap. Return Air Plenum DEP-10 DEP-12 DEP-12 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16 DEP-16

Hose Kit 10 ft. HK-1 HK-1 HK-1 HK-3 HK-3 HK-3 HK-3 HK-3 HK-3



Duct Adapter DDA-6 DDA-10 DDA-10 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 2DDA-16 DDA-16 DDA-16 DDA-16

Portable Trailer-Mounted Air Conditioners

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SPECIFICATIONS CAC 1211 CM12 * CM25 * CMW30 * OPW20 * TTS3200

Cooling Capacity (95 at 60% RH) (Btu/Hr) 12,000 10,500 25,000 29,400 15,700 28,000

Air Flow Evaporator(CFM, High/Low) 400/320 324/228 950/800 1060/840 565/540 944

Voltage 115/1 115/1 208-230/1 208-230/1 115/1 208-230/1

Min-Max Voltage 105-125 105-125 198-250 198-250 105-125 187-253

Power Consumption (KW) 1.18 1.23 2.9 1.99 1.27 4.2

Current Consumption (AMPS) 12.0 11.2 12.6 8.9 11.7 21.0

Circuit Breaker Size (AMPS) 15 15 20 20 15 30

NEMA Plug Configuration 5 - 15P N/A N/A N/A 5-15P 6-30P

Dimensions W x D x H (IN) 17.25 x 24 x 25 35 x 23 x 16 57 x 36 x 20 49 x 35 x 20 21 x 27 x 41.5 34 x 15 x 50

Weight (Net Weight/Shipping Weight) (LBS) 135/160 123/137 310/353 236/271 178/209 280

Thermostat Standard Not Included Standard Standard Standard Standard

SPECIFICATIONS 5T 208-1ph5T

208-3ph5T

460-3ph12TS

208-3ph12TS

460/3ph12T

208-3ph12T

460-3ph

Cooling Capacity (BTU) 5 Ton/63,500 5 Ton/63,500 5 Ton/63,500 12 Ton 143,00012 Ton

143,00012 Ton

144,00012 Ton

144,000

Heating Capacity (BTU) Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional

Air Flow Evaporator (CFM) 2,000 2,000 2,000 4,000 4,000 4,800 4,800

Voltage 208-230/60/1208-

230/60/3 460/60/3 208/230/3 460/60/3208-

230/60/3 460/60/3

Power Consumption (KW) 7.7 9.3 9.3 18.2 20.2 20 22.9

Current Consumption (AMPS) 53 35 16 59.6 30.4 74 36

Circuit Breaker Size (AMPS) 60 50 30 90 45 100 60

NEMA Plug Configuration Camlock Camlock Camlock Camlock Camlock Camlock Camlock

Dimensions W x D x H (IN) 34 x 57 x 43 34 x 57 x 43 34 x 57 x 43 34.5 x 78 x 71 34.5 x 78 x 71 46 x 68 x 59 46 x 68 x 59

Weight (LBS) 675 675 675 1,450 1,450 1,200 1,200

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make solar energy more accessi-ble and affordable for American families and businesses.

Last year, a new solar energy project was installed every two and a half minutes in the U.S., said Elizabeth Sherwood-Ran-dall, deputy secretary, DOE.

To ensure the continued growth of the U.S. solar industry and our clean energy economy, its critical that we support work-force training programs that will give American workers the skills they need for well-paying jobs and also make sure American consumers have access to highly trained, credentialed profession-als when they choose solar to power their daily lives.

Rep Introduces Geo Tax Bill

WASHINGTON U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, D-California, a senior

member of the House Ways and Means Committee, introduced HR 2412, the New Energy for America Act, which extends Investment Tax Credits (ITCs) for energy-efficient residential and commercial property for five years beyond their current sunset date of Dec. 31, 2016, through the end of 2021.

Starting in 2008, the ITC helped the geothermal heat pump (GHP) industry survive the Great Recession. As the economy and construction industry slowly recover, HR 2412 would extend ITC credits for several clean energy technologies, including geothermal heating and cooling systems, solar, fuel cells, micro-turbines, combined heat and power (CHP), and small wind.

The ITC is one of the most important tools we have that supports the deployment of energy saving GHPs in the U.S., said Doug Dougherty, president, Geothermal Exchange Organi-zation (GEO). The GHP indus-try is facing a cliff with the looming expiration of its resi-dential and commercial ITCs at the end of 2016. If the credits are allowed to expire, potential gains for the GHP industry and the nation in a growing economy will be lost.

Thompsons bill addresses this by extending residential and commercial ITCs for an additional five years, the point at which many believe the GHP industry will be strong enough to regain the growth it enjoyed before the economic downturn.

By extending our current 30

percent tax credit for residen-tial GHP installations and 10 percent credit for commercial installations, the industry will have the chance to fully realize the benefits of the credits denied to us by the Great Recession, Dougherty said.

Because the worst economic collapse since the Great Depres-sion coincided with the start of the ITC in 2008, the GHP industry lost much of its promise of jumpstarting sales and instal-lations, Dougherty explained.

With five additional years of tax credits coupled with a growing economy and expand-ing home and commercial con-struction industry we hope to finally realize that benefit.

HR 2412 has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

AGA Joins Workforce Initiative

WASHINGTON The American Gas Asso-ciation (AGA) is par-

ticipating in a new initiative to help connect military veterans with energy jobs. A partnership between key government agen-cies and leading energy trade associations, the Utility Industry Workforce Initiative is a multi-year effort dedicated to facili-tating the recruitment, training, and retention of exiting service members, veterans, and their spouses into employment in the utility industry. While demand for natural gas continues to grow, much of the current work-force is expected to retire in the next decade, creating tremen-dous employment opportunities for the approximately 200,000 veterans leaving the military each year.

Having courageously served the country in our armed ser-vices, Americas military veter-ans are an excellent fit for the nations natural gas utilities, said Dave McCurdy, president and CEO, AGA. The leader-ship skills, focus, and dedication honed through military service are ideal qualities for building a workforce focused on ser-vice and meeting critical energy needs. We are honored to assist these dedicated men and women with education and ongoing career development and to wel-come them into our member companies and communities as we work to deliver Americas energy future.

In addition to the AGA, the initiative is supported by gov-ernment agencies including the U.S. Departments of Energy, Defense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs, and the other found-ing members of the Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD), including the Edison Electric Institute, the Nuclear Energy Institute, and the National Rural Electric Cooper-ative Association. Participation will be open to other interested stakeholders, including individ-ual military services, which may choose to join voluntarily.

The Initiative joins other energy industry efforts to con-nect military veterans with energy careers. Many natural gas utilities have a long his-tory of encouraging veterans to join their workforces, providing training and continuing educa-tion that helps new employees advance, and offering support programs specifically developed for veterans and employees who may also serve in the Reserves or National Guard. Utilities throughout the nation partner with veteran and labor organi-zations, participate in and spon-sor career fairs and employment events, and work with veteran-focused agencies and hiring firms to publicize job openings.

GBCI Signs Global Agreement

WASHINGTON Bu-reau Veritas and Green Business Certification

Inc. (GBCI), the certification body for the U.S. Green Building Councils (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building program, recently finalized the terms of its exclusive global agreement to facilitate LEED cer-tification internationally.

LEED, a program for the certification of design, con-struction, maintenance, and operations of green buildings, certifies more than 1.85 mil-lion square feet of commercial building space daily. There are currently more than 69,000 LEED building projects located in more than 150 countries and territories with approximately 44 percent of all square footage outside the U.S.

As part of the agreement, Bureau Veritas teams around the world will review LEED proj-ects for conformity with GBCIs strict standards for certification. Immediate plans for local LEED review teams have been drawn up for China, Brazil, and India, where Bureau Veritas employs

approximately 21,000 individu-als. Local review teams will enhance customer engagement and local support for LEED while advancing the goal for future site verification as part of the LEED-certification process.

GBCI and Bureau Veritas will be able to offer local touch points, local reviews, possible on-site verifications, and other resources for green building teams on the ground, said Mahesh Ramanujam, COO, USGBC, and president of GBCI.

Through this collaboration, we will be able to more closely con-nect with our customers, which will help accelerate the adoption of green building practices and deliver their benefits to these key economies.

The partnership enhances Bureau Veritas service offerings in this growing and important market. The first buildings to be certified by Bureau Veritas within this partnership are due to be delivered in late 2015.

Our objective is a seamless customer experience for LEED users and project teams, said Gerard Biessy, vice president of building and infrastructures at Bureau Veritas. Were investing considerable resources into our local capacity building and the integration of GBCI processes.

M itsubishi Electric US Cooling & Heating Division announced Johnstone Supply - The Ware Group Florida as its South Business Unit (BU) Distributor of the Year.Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, The Ware Group has been serving the north and central Florida

regions since the early 1950s. The Ware Group maintains more than 400 locally-owned and operated stores ser-viced by five distribution centers.

Were proud to recognize our outstanding distributors each year, said Doug King, director, residential busi-ness, south business unit, Mitsubishi Electric US Cooling & Heating Division. The relationship between Mitsubi-shi Electric and its distributors, is essential to the growth and promotion of our systems in the U.S. market. We value our network of distributors, and we are grateful for The Ware Groups commitment to providing excellence.

The Distributor of the Year Award was presented to The Ware Group at Mitsubishi Electrics annual Distribu-tor Conference in March. The award is presented to a single distributor in each of the five business units, rec-ognizing the distributor that has performed above and beyond all others in areas of sales, market development, and service levels.

Mitsubishi Electric Honors Johnstone Supply-The Ware Group Florida


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Company: Clark SolutionsProduct: 700 Series Rotary

Gear PumpDescription: The 700 Series

Rotary Gear Pumps are designed to provide quiet and efficient service at pressures to 2,000 psi and flow rates to 5.0 gal-lons per minute (gpm). Featur-ing a gasket-free design, 700 Series Rotary Gear Pumps transfer media at temperatures up to 250F and, with optional modifications, up to 500. Avail-able in cast and ductile iron, all 700 Series Rotary Gear Pump models can be ordered with foot or flange mounting. The gears, shafts, and housing faces in 700 Series Rotary Gear Pumps are machined to extremely tight toler-ances, allowing them to provide better lift, reduced slippage, and longer service life. Replaceable anti-friction needle-roller bear-ings minimize friction and provide higher load ratings for medium- to high-pressure service. A lip seal provides an ample safeguard against liquid leakage and the entrance of air.

Contact: 800-253-2497; www.clarksol.com; eProduct 181

Portable Power

Company: Larson ElectronicsProduct: EPL-SBO-220X10Description: The EPL-SBO-

220X10 explosion-proof portable power distribution system from Larson Electronics is designed to provide operators using 220-V equipment in hazardous locations with multiple outlets in areas where receptacles are limited. This wheeled power distribu-tion system allows operators to safely operate up to 4,000 W of lighting and electrical equip-ment within Class 1, Division 1 areas. This unit includes 10 twist-lock receptacles rated at a 20-A maximum. This class-rated distribution assembly is mounted onto a rugged cart-style frame constructed of non-sparking aluminum and is powder coated for added corrosion-resistance. Mobility is provided by rotat-ing front casters and run flat rear tires, allowing operators to wheel this temporary transformer between job sites within the haz-ardous environment.

Contact: 800-369-6671; www.larsonelectronics.com; eProduct 182

Circulating Pump

Company: Grundfos Pumps Corp.Product: Comfort PM AutoDescription: The COMFORT PM

AUTO range of residential circu-lating pumps offer intelligent and energy-efficient hot water recircula-tion through its auto-adapt function, which learns and adapts to a house-holds consumption patterns. When using the auto-adapt mode, average run times are three hours per day. The single-phase, 115-V pump motor yields up to 6.5 gallons per minute (gpm) and uses two temperature sensors, one within the pump and another connected by a cable installed in the hot water flow pipe. This variable-speed electronically commutated motor (ECM)-based circulator uses an integrated logic algorithm to learn the varying energy-usage patterns of an applica-tion over time, enabling the software to automatically determine the lowest possible operating efficiency point to meet ever-changing demand.

Contact: 800-955-5847; us.grundfos.com; eProduct 183

Welding Goggles

Company: Miller Electric Mfg. Co.Product: Weld-MaskDescription: The Weld-Mask

auto-darkening welding goggles feature a low-profile design that allows welding operators access into spaces where the use of a traditional welding helmet would be limited. This design is usable for gas welding and cutting and is ideal for maintenance, repair, and installation applications, as well as specialized welding applications where alternative welding protection is needed due to space constraints. For optimum comfort and protection, the lightweight Weld-Mask design significantly reduces neck strain and offers a tight-fitting eye covering to block out light from the welding or cutting arc. A flame-retardant head cover provides protection against UV/IR rays and light spatter while the replaceable silicon-skirt design ensures a comfortable fit for a variety of face profiles. The Weld-Mask is usable under hard hats without the need for an adapter. Available with shade Nos. 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13, the Weld-Mask also features a light state shade No. 3 to provide clear vision between welding or cutting, and it provides 1,000 hours of battery life.

Contact: 800-426-4553; www.millerwelds.com; eProduct 184

Air-cooled Chiller

Company: Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand

Product: Sintesis

Description: Sintesis chillers offer customers their choice of R-134a or DuPont Opteon XP10 (R-513A), a next-generation low-GWP (global warming potential refrigerant to address sustainability objectives. The portfolio provides more than options for refrigerants. The portfolio also reduces noise and improves acoustics through its factory-installed acoustic treat-ments for consistent, quiet opera-tion to meet specific application requirements. A user-selectable noise-reduction mode is also avail-able to help comply with nighttime and weekend neighborhood noise restrictions. Next-generation inte-grated controls offer a simple user interface that is standard on every Sintesis chiller, delivering efficiency and performance advantages. The Tracer AdaptiView chiller controls feature a 7-inch color touchscreen display for at-a-glance status and intuitive navigation for simplified operation. Proven control strategies, such as integrated temperature and flow logic, respond to a wide variety of conditions and maintain reliable, efficient chiller operation.

Contact: 952-887-2371; www.trane.com; eProduct 185

Basin Wrench

Company: Ridgid, a business unit of Emerson

Product: Ridgid Basin WrenchDescription: The Ridgid Basin

Wrench includes a light that illumi-nates dark work spaces and auto-matically shuts off after five minutes of inactivity to preserve battery life. A removable T-handle pivots 180 degrees to provide easier access to tight under-sink spaces during repair or installation. The removable T-handle also provides the option to use a standard 3/8-inch ratchet

,c b d h existing space constraints.

Contact: 405-415-9230; www.climatecraft.com; eProduct 187

Monitoring PlatformCompany: AirAdvice for Homes Inc.Product: M5200 Monitoring PlatformDescription: An updated M5200

IAQ monitoring platform enables residential HVAC contractors to perform IAQ assessments in 30 minutes. Once the monitor is plugged into a wall outlet, it automatically begins collecting IAQ data. After 30 minutes, the monitor uploads the data to AirAd-vice servers via its internal cellular modem. The servers process the data, generate an IAQ report, and email that report to the user. The user can open the report on a tablet computer such as an iPad and share it with the homeowner. The report addresses: particles, chemical pollutants, humidity, tem-perature CO2, and CO2. For each parameter, the report explains why its important in terms of health, safety, and comfort; how the homes findings compare to indus-try standards; potential causes of problems; and potential solutions, including vendor-specific product recommendations.

Contact: 888-959-4686; www.airadviceforhomes.com; eProduct 188

or breaker bar fo ddi i l l -age. The Basin W h hergonomic handle and an improved easy-to-use telescoping design, which extends its reach up to 17 inches. The jaw has been upgraded with a heavy-duty, rust-resistant spring and travel limiter to provide a tight grip and long lifetime.

Contact: 800-769-7743; www.ridgid.com; eProduct 186

Air-handling UnitCompany: ClimateCraft Inc.Product: ACCESS

Description: Engineered for final assembly at the job site, ACCESS air-handling units are shipped on individual pallets, require no field disassembly, and are designed to be easily and efficiently transported in stages to the installation site. All palleted materials are individually labeled for ease of identification, and ClimateCraft furnishes each unit with thorough instructional documentation, tool lists, and step-by-step photos. In addition to com-prehensive assembly instructions, ClimateCraft offers various levels of customer support based on the complexity and required level of pre-cision for the specific application, including the option of contractor/installer training at ClimateCrafts facility. The largest component of the ACCESS unit can be designed to pass through a 36-inch-framed doorway and, once navigated into

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manufacturers, and reps recently attended the seventh annual Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Distributors Inter-national (HARDI) Congressional Fly-In in Washington, District of Columbia, with the goal of bring-ing their concerns directly to the elected officials who represent their states and districts.

And, as Congressional grid-lock slowly loosens to allow legislation to flow through both chambers again and regula-tory bodies continue to churn out industry-related regulations at record speed HARDI mem-bers recognize the need, now more than ever, to continue to communicate the issues that impact them the most.

GRASSROOTS EVENTAs in previous years, the two-

day Congressional Fly-In featured an afternoon orientation and issues briefing, evening cocktail reception, breakfast program, and a full day of meetings on Capitol Hill. During the issues briefing at the Liaison Capitol Hill DC, Jon Melchi, vice president of govern-ment affairs and business devel-opment for HARDI, had a simple request for attendees of HARDIs 2015 Congressional Fly-In.

Please, do me a favor, he implored. I want zero House of Cards references on Capitol Hill tomorrow zero.

Melchis lighthearted plea drew laughs from attendees, many of whom have attended HARDIs annual Congressional Fly-In event since its inception seven years ago. But, despite the jokes, Melchi stressed the goal of the Congres-sional Fly-In to make members of Congress aware of the many issues the HVACR industry faces is a serious one.

SEVEN PRIORITIESDuring the event, Melchi

outlined the seven major legis-lative priorities for HARDI and its members included passing Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act (HR 636), preserving LIFO, addressing online sales tax avoidance (S 698 and draft legislation from U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah), repealing the

Estate Tax (HR 1105 and S 860), supporting the Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act (HR 2096 and S 1212), supporting the Innocent

Sellers Fairness Act (HR 1199), and postponing DOEs proposed 92 percent furnace rule.

The No. 1 thing we consider is: Does it give our members options?

Melchi said. As an HVAC com-pany, I hope you can look at every bill on our list and say, Well, this gives us an option to do something whether thats to become an

ESOP [employee stock ownership plan] or utilize LIFO [the last-in, first-out method of accounting]. I want you to have options on how your businesses are structured and W

ASHINGTON More than 80 HVACR distribu-tors, wholesalers,

Distributors Lobby Capitol HillBY JEN ANESITHE NEWS STAFF

HARDI members meet with senators, representatives at annual Congressional Fly-In

UPDATEEVENT



how they operate.Participants also enjoyed pre-

sentations from Amber Talley, legislative director for U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, who dis-cussed the Remote Transaction Parity Act (RTPA) a bill that would help businesses collect owed online sales taxes; Melissa Bonicelli, principal at Venn Strategies LLC, who discussed tax policy for pass-through enti-ties, including S corporations; author, speaker, and Advocacy Guru, Stephanie Vance, who briefed attendees on how to have a successful hill visit; U.S. Rep. Pat Tiberi, R-Ohio, who has aligned with HARDI on many issues, including abolishing the

estate tax; and Melissa Craig, vice president of member rela-tions at BIPAC (Business-Indus-try Political Action Committee), who stressed the importance of in-person advocacy.

The objective is to have fun, because, quite frankly, this should be fun, Melchi told attendees.

If youre coming here and you feel like youre pulling your hair out, were missing the target. Our goal is to get to know each other and policy a little better and for you to get to know your legisla-tors better.

During the breakfast pro-gram on day two of the fly-in; HARDI CEO Talbot Gee lauded the more than 80 distributor

members who were scheduled to participate in a combined 175 congressional visits later that day. Every year, this group brings great energy and great passion to this city. You really do an excellent job connecting these lawmakers to whats really going on in your businesses, he said. Thats what you bring to the table.

Im just really thrilled to see the turnout here, said Bill Ber-gamini, president, HARDI, and president and COO at Illco Inc.

Weve made such an incredible difference, and its not just the hill visits, but what youve done with them afterwards. This really does make a difference.

CONGRESSIONAL PARTNERS

During the Fly-In, HARDI leadership took the opportu-nity to recognize U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, and U.S. Rep. Pat Tiberi, R-Ohio, with the HARDI Small Business Champion Award, which is given to elected officials who promote and protect the interests of small businesses.

Even early in his term, Senator Scott has supported small busi-nesses and entrepreneurs, said Rick Sanders of McCalls Supply in Johnsonville, South Carolina. As a fellow South Carolina resident, Im proud to have a representative who knows that small businesses are the backbone of the economy.

Sen. Scott, who has worked on several bills in support of small business since taking office in 2013, expressed his gratitude and honor when receiving the award. Rep. Tiberi also said he is

honored to be named a Small Business Champion by HARDIs members and looks forward to continuing to work with them to ensure small businesses have opportunities to thrive.

Congressman Tiberi has been a key player in the fight for a fairer tax code, Melchi said. Thanks to his efforts in Washington, our members and all small busi-nesses can continue to succeed, grow, and provide jobs for their communities.

GAME PLAN: Jon Melchi, vice president of government affairs and business development, Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI), discusses issues affecting HARDIs members at the organizations 2015 Congressional Fly-In in Washington, District of Columbia.

CONGRESSIONAL CONVERSATIONS: U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (right), R-Washington, meets with HARDI members on Capitol Hill during the Congressional Fly-In event.

UPDATEEVENT

T his years Congressional Fly-In took aim at seven issues impacting HVACR distributors.Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act (HR 636) This legisla-

tion improves a crucial part of the tax code for many small businesses. Eliminating the HVAC restrictions from 179d is an enhancement to the tax code, which will allow the HVAC industry to help small businesses save on their energy bills so they can use their capital to invest in their workers and their businesses. Further, this legislation provides all small business owners with the type of certainty that is needed when they consider investments into their companies.

Preserving LIFO HARDI urges Congress to reject any repeal of Last-in First-out (LIFO) accounting and subsequent retroactive taxes upon businesses that use LIFO, which is a proven accounting method. Repeal of LIFO would be devastating to HARDI members whose busi-ness models require they carry large inventories. Additionally, a retro-active tax on LIFO reserves would significantly harm small businesses.

Addressing Online Sales Tax Avoidance (S 698 and draft legisla-tion from U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah) HARDI supports this legislation that empowers states to update their sales and use tax laws to level the playing field for all sellers. Brick-and-mortar stores find themselves at a disadvantage, not through innovation or competition, but rather through a tax system that supports tax avoidance to the detriment of small businesses. HARDI believes Congress should act to give states the power to update their laws to reflect a 21st century economy.

Repealing the Estate Tax (HR 1105 and S 860) HARDI members believe the estate tax disproportionately impacts small and family-owned businesses, and the threat of the looming tax prevents invest-ments in the business. Costs associated with preparation for the tax, and the substantial burden of the tax itself, cause small businesses to forego the hiring of new employees and expansion of businesses, and, in many cases, it forces the sale of the company.

The Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act (HR 2096 and S 1212) Many HARDI members incorporate employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), and this bipartisan legislation will address the growing concerns of individual access to ownership in companies that are productive, profitable, and sustainable while providing locally controlled jobs.

The Innocent Sellers Fairness Act (HR 1199) HARDI supports this act and other liability reform legislation that would preserve victims access to courts while holding sellers harmless when they have not acted negligently in the design, manufacture, sale, or installation of a legal product.

DOEs Proposed 92 Percent Furnace Rule HARDI believes Congress should amend EPCA to postpone the U.S. Department of Energy (DOEs) proposed rule on efficiency standards for residential nonweatherized gas furnaces or mobile home gas furnaces to allow for all stakeholder analysis and negotiations to be completed.

Information courtesy of HARDI Advocacy, http://www.hardinet.org/advocacy

HARDI Congressional Fly-In:A Look at the Issues

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ENCOURAGING ADVOCACY

Congressional Fly-In partici-pants and organizers, many of whom had nearly a dozen meetings to attend during the second day of the event, stressed the importance of the event and shared why they chose to participate.

Other than the annual conven-tion, this is probably the single-best event the industry provides, said Oscar Lopez, vice president of sales, JB Industries Inc. It gives you an opportunity to be involved in the process and to learn about what people in Washington are actually doing and how to influence those policies. It really gives you a plat-form to make a difference.

Paul Appler, director of research and development, Cliplight Mfg. Co., and his wife, Linda Appler, director of research and develop-ment at Cliplight, both attended the event for the first time this year.

As Canadians, one of our larg-est markets is in the U.S., Paul Appler said. We recognize we need to understand what our customers are going through, what the poli-tics are, and what we can do to get involved. So, we came down here to be a part of that and learn some of the mechanics of how things get done. One thing we realized whether its in the U.S., Canada, or anywhere else in the world is we know peoples voices make a great impact. [Through] HARDI, we all come together, and because of that, we can have a great impact on what gets done.

We think we have a very good combination of Canadian technol-ogy combined with U.S. manufac-turing, and so our supply partners in HARDI are very important for us, Linda Appler added. Its important for us to understand the issues theyre dealing with to keep their businesses running and to be more effective in our supply chain. Growing up just outside of Windsor [Ontario, Canada], in the shadow of Detroit and Ohio, I grew up watching American tele-vision, so Ive always been really interested in American politics. Its been a real thrill to be able to come here and see the process at work and understand it a little bit better.

The evolution of the Fly-In has been absolutely tremendous. Our wins have been huge, and our voice is really being heard, said Ber-gamini. I cant stress enough the importance of getting more mem-bers to come to this. Not only is it great for our industry, its just an incredible experience and something everybody should experience.

To learn more about HARDIs Congressional Fly-In, visit http://www.hardinet.org/fly-in.

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INDUSTRY CHAMPION: U.S. Rep. Pat Tiberi, R-Ohio, accepts the Small Business Champion Award from HARDIs leadership. Pictured from left to right: Jon Melchi, vice president of government affairs and business development at HARDI; Bill Bergamini, president of HARDI and COO at Illco Inc.; Rep. Pat Tiberi; John Silwonuk, national sales manager at Nibco; and Talbot Gee, CEO of HARDI. PHOTO COURTESY OF HARDI


show up in some pretty unique places. Temp-Air Inc.s units have been used everywhere from sporting events as big as the FIFA World Cup held last year in Brazil to outdoor ice-skating rink warm-ing houses in St. Paul, Minnesota, said Amanda Rahn, marketing manager. And, on a smaller stage, the companys units are regularly used at baseball fields, air hangars, and in disaster relief efforts.

Heres a closer look at how portable units are serving in some outside-the-box applications.

NONTRADITIONAL FARMING

At Urban Till, a Chicago-based hydroponics company, plants are grown in flowing water without the use of soil. Urban Till contacted Temp-Air two years ago because its facility was getting too warm.

The entire building, which grows herbs and microgreens year-round for local restaurants, was being cooled with only four 5-ton air conditioning units.

Due to the high level of mois-ture in the air mixed with the heat generated from growing lights, I recommended the company use 100 tons of cooling to control the interior temperature, said Rick Kowalski, technical field repre-sentative with Temp-Air. Urban Till needed precise temperature control to keep the interior air temperature of the facility below 70F. The flowing water could not get too warm, otherwise it would destroy the root system of the

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