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Don Gillis, the new HVACR technical trainer.

HARDI welcomes Don Gillis to lead expansion of technical training initiatives

Industry veteran Don Gillis joins HARDI to lead technical training programs and support workforce development initiatives across HVACR distribution.

July 9, 2025

Gillis will help drive new initiatives focused on counter specialist development, inside sales and technical certifications, supporting HARDI’s mission to strengthen the HVACR channel.

Congressman Ryan Mackenzie and several workers at Johnstone Supply - The Wallace Group.

Congressman Ryan Mackenzie visits local HVAC wholesale distribution business in Allentown

Rep. Ryan Mackenzie tours Johnstone Supply – The Wallace Group to discuss HVAC industry challenges.

July 9, 2025

Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA-7) recently visited a HVAC business in Allentown, PA, to learn more about the HVAC supply chain and discuss regulatory impacts on refrigerant transition.

A picture of QuickFitting's new HVAC fitting.

QuickFitting Push-to-Connect refrigerant fittings

The product Installation is reduced to four steps.

May 14, 2025

The product is designed for easy instillation and maintenance of HVAC/R systems.

Watsco’s first quarter reflects large-scale product transition, strong sales growth and expanded margins in core replacement market

The company's Q1 reports offers insights on growth opportunities, business trends, financial position and more.

April 23, 2025

Watsco, Inc. reports Q1 2025 results and highlights long-term growth drivers amid major product transition and continued investment in technology.

Children's book teaches next generation of HVACR professionals

Book teaches children about teamwork, HVACR technology, and having an appreciation for the skilled trades technicians.

April 7, 2025

Air Conditioning Contractors of America gives the Spirit of Independence Award to children’s book author Ryan Kiscaden.

HARDI trainings receive North American Technician Excellence certification

Four HARDI training courses receive certification.

April 1, 2025

HVACR professionals can earn Continuing Education Hours toward their NATE certification renewal by completing select HARDI courses.

Watsco declares $3.00 quarterly dividend

Watsco increases dividends to shareholders.

April 1, 2025

Declaration marks an 11% increase to an annual rate of $12.00 per share.

F.W. Webb Director of Residential HVAC Sales Art Osborn

HVAC/R professionals explore evolving regulatory standards

Nearly 1,000 technicians, contractors and other trade professionals join F.W. Webb for its annual HVAC/R meeting.

March 24, 2025

More than 80 manufacturers showcase tools, equipment, systems and more at the 11th annual HVAC, Refrigeration and Controls Dealer Meeting.

Rheem’s ProTerra model installed in a kitchen

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State of the water heating market

Experts share tech trends and regulation insight.

Brandon Paykamian

March 14, 2025

The global water heater market, valued at over $29 billion in 2023, is expected to reach approximately $40.09 billion by 2030, driven by demand for energy-efficient systems controlled by smartphone apps. However, new U.S. Department of Energy regulations mandating only high-efficiency condensing water heaters may present challenges for manufacturers.