HVACR

Phocas Software Rolls Out AI to 2050 Companies That Use Its Business Intelligence

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Technology, Professional Services, Software, Manufacturing, Data Analytics, Data Management, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Artificial Intelligence, Financial statement, Database, Software as a service, Learning, Data analysis, HVACR, Janes, Interview, Business process management, AI, Learning curve, Phocas Software, Medical device

Phocas AI uses a natural language processing model and can turbo charge all departments' access to information leading to more informed decisions across the business.

Key Points: 
  • Phocas AI uses a natural language processing model and can turbo charge all departments' access to information leading to more informed decisions across the business.
  • So far, the new AI feature in Analytics is proving most valuable for newcomers to business intelligence.
  • Tim Janes, Process Manager at Johnstone Supply says since the introduction of Phocas AI in Analytics, more people in the business want to try it out.
  • “Phocas AI is made to work across all departments, and everyone can tap into fast insights at every level of a business.

Blue Ridge Expands Into Mexico and Latin America Through Strategic Partnership With HARDI LATAM

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Friday, March 15, 2024
Data Management, HVAC, Technology, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Manufacturing, Software, HVACR, Partnership, Local, Heat, Drug

Blue Ridge, a leading supply chain planning solution provider, today announced a strategic partnership with HARDI LATAM , a prominent association serving the Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration Distributors (HVACR) industry in Mexico and Latin America.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Ridge, a leading supply chain planning solution provider, today announced a strategic partnership with HARDI LATAM , a prominent association serving the Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration Distributors (HVACR) industry in Mexico and Latin America.
  • This partnership marks Blue Ridge’s official expansion into Mexico and Latin America, a region with immense growth potential, and strengthens the existing collaboration with HARDI US .
  • “We are thrilled to join forces with HARDI LATAM to bring our best-in-class supply chain planning solutions to the dynamic and fast-growing markets of Mexico and Latin America,” said Kyle Pexton, CEO of Blue Ridge.
  • Strategic Alliances: Together, Blue Ridge and HARDI LATAM will identify and develop key partnerships with HVACR distributors and other industry leaders, accelerating Blue Ridge’s growth trajectory in the region.

Industrias Unidas, S.A. de C.V. Consolidated Results of Operations for Q4 2023

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Manufacturing, HVACR, Income tax, Alloy, Heat, Air conditioning, Water, Depreciation, Retail

Our consolidated net income for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023, was Ps.2,927.1 million (US$172.5 million), compared to a net income of Ps.2,863.9 million in the same period of 2022, a 2.2% increase.

Key Points: 
  • Our consolidated net income for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023, was Ps.2,927.1 million (US$172.5 million), compared to a net income of Ps.2,863.9 million in the same period of 2022, a 2.2% increase.
  • This change is primarily due to the combined effect of lower revenues and a positive Comprehensive Financing Result.
  • Our net revenues for the twelve months of 2023 decreased 11.8% to Ps.26,580.6 million (US$1,566.6 million) from Ps.30,151.8 million in the same period of 2022.
  • The corresponding depreciation and amortization figures are Ps.337.7 million for January to December 2023 and Ps.358.8 million for the same period of 2022.

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. continues to execute its strategy of growth, diversification and optimization as its UTI division launches HVACR program expansions

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Occupation, Temperature, Employment, Growth, Universal Technical Institute, Heat, HVACR, Air conditioning, UTI, AC

PHOENIX, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc., a leading workforce solutions education provider, continues to execute its strategy of growth, diversification and optimization with the launch of additional HVACR programs by its Universal Technical Institute (UTI) division.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. , a leading workforce solutions education provider, continues to execute its strategy of growth, diversification and optimization with the launch of additional HVACR programs by its Universal Technical Institute (UTI) division .
  • Two of the four HVACR program expansions announced last fall are now enrolling at the UTI-Avondale (Ariz.) and UTI-Long Beach (Calif.) campuses, with classes planned to begin in June and July, respectively.
  • Pending regulatory approvals, HVACR programs will also launch at UTI Bloomfield (N.J.) and UTI-Sacramento (Calif.) , adding to the programs currently offered at UTI-Austin (Texas) , NASCAR Technical Institute (N.C.) , MIAT-Canton (Mich.) and MIAT-Houston .
  • By leveraging our existing campus footprint, we are able to quickly expand these training programs in response to industry demand," said Tracy Lorenz, president of the UTI division.

Interplay Learning Partners With HVAC Excellence to Empower Educators and Shape Future Skilled Trades Professionals

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Certification, Employment, Organization, VR, HVACR, Education, Air conditioning, Knowledge, Refrigeration, 3D, Interplay, Student, HVAC, Curriculum, Workforce, Nursing

AUSTIN, Texas, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Interplay Learning, the leading provider of immersive skilled trades training, has partnered with HVAC Excellence, one of the industry's most trusted standards organizations, to provide educators and workforce development organizations with the tools they need to help students prepare for and pass widely recognized HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certification exams.

Key Points: 
  • Interplay Learning now offers HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certification exams in air conditioning, basic refrigeration and charging procedures, electrical, electric heat, and heat pumps.
  • Interplay has also introduced new online learning paths aligned to each certification.
  • "We're proud to partner with HVAC Excellence to empower educators and workforce development professionals with a one-stop solution for effectively training and certifying the skilled workforce of the future," said Doug Donovan, CEO and founder of Interplay Learning.
  • To learn more about Interplay Learning's ongoing commitment to innovation and the transformation of skilled trades education, visit Interplay Learning .

Copeland Launches New Innovation Lab in Belluno, Italy

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Machinery, Supermarket, Convenience Store, Commercial Building & Real Estate, HVAC, Construction & Property, Retail, Engineering, Building Systems, Transport, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Safety, Ventilation, Algorithm, Temperature, Multimedia, HVACR, Research, Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Renewable energy

Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions, today announced the opening of a new innovation lab in Belluno, Italy, where the company employs more than 200 people.

Key Points: 
  • Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions, today announced the opening of a new innovation lab in Belluno, Italy, where the company employs more than 200 people.
  • The new Copeland Innovation Lab is a 10,000+ sq.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240228992491/en/
    Copeland Innovation Lab in Belluno, Italy (Photo: Copeland)
    The launch of the Copeland Innovation Lab will help the company deliver a new level of excellence in the innovation of Copeland controls products, allowing the team in Belluno to anticipate worldwide market needs by developing future-forward sustainable solutions.
  • "Our new Copeland Innovation Lab will help customers achieve their sustainability goals, which is not only core to the value we deliver to them, but critical for the entire planet," said Sandro Matic, president, Europe for Copeland.

Lennox and ServiceTitan Announce Field Service Management Partnership With Enhanced Support

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Field service management, HVAC, LOS, Marketing, Internet of things, Workflow, Entrepreneurship, FSM, History, Organization, Locator, HVACR, Partnership, Online shopping

RICHARDSON, Texas and LOS ANGELES, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE: LII), a leading provider of innovative climate solutions in the HVACR industry, announced a partnership with ServiceTitan, a software platform built to power the trades, establishing the software platform as Lennox Residential HVAC's exclusive Field Service Management (FSM) provider. This agreement provides both organizations with mutual customer access to a range of functionalities and capabilities to help drive efficiency and enhance the customer experience.

Key Points: 
  • "We're confident the innovative features that ServiceTitan offers, coupled with the strong product and service offerings Lennox provides, will empower dealers and support our customers amid growing demands."
  • This partnership will allow Lennox dealers who use ServiceTitan to access Lennox product content, real-time pricing and availability and place electronic purchase orders from within the ServiceTitan software.
  • "Our new software-focused partnership with Lennox provides businesses the tools to achieve their goals and deliver best-in-class customer service.
  • As trusted brands in the HVAC industry, ServiceTitan is proud to be the exclusive Field Service Management partner for Lennox Residential HVAC contractors, enhancing the overall experience for our mutual customers."

RHEEM® FAMILY OF BRANDS FEATURES SMART, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS AT THE 2024 NAHB INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS' SHOW®

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
HVAC, Acoustics, Furnace, Econet, Noise, Thermostat, Maximus, Series, Universal, Series 80, Family, Heat pump, Endeavour, Wi-Fi, HVACR, Water, IBS

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Harnessing the strength of more than 50 brands, Rheem®, manufacturing giant of water heating and HVACR products, will present a range of sustainable, connected comfort solutions with exceptional performance at the 2024 NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) in Las Vegas from Tuesday, Feb. 27 – Thursday, Feb. 29.

Key Points: 
  • Beyond the unveiling of innovative technologies, Rheem is eager to engage with attendees and share valuable industry insights on sustainability and energy efficiency.
  • The unit features smart controls with the latest in sensor technology, an EcoNet® monitoring system and built-in Bluetooth® connectivity.
  • The unit features an industry-leading warranty and built-in Bluetooth® connectivity so users can receive alerts delivered directly to their phone with the EcoNet®1 app capabilities.
  • Additionally, efficient home comfort shouldn't be noisy and WP14AZ is designed with acoustics in mind and sound-dampening features to bring quiet comfort.

Lennox Recognized with GOOD DESIGN® and IoT Breakthrough Awards for Innovative Home Comfort Products

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Carbon dioxide, Temperature, Internet of things, Smart thermostat, S40, Good, Organic compound, GOOD, Dave Lennox, HVACR

RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE: LII), a leading provider of innovative climate control solutions in the HVACR industry, is proud to share the recognition of its innovative home comfort products from the prestigious GOOD Design and IoT Breakthrough awards.

Key Points: 
  • RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE: LII), a leading provider of innovative climate control solutions in the HVACR industry, is proud to share the recognition of its innovative home comfort products from the prestigious GOOD Design and IoT Breakthrough awards.
  • The Lennox Ultimate Comfort System™ was selected as the "Smart Heating and Cooling Product of the Year" winner in the 8th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards.
  • This accolade from the IoT Breakthrough Awards program recognizes Lennox as an industry leader, highlighting the system's breakthrough technologies and its positive impact on the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape.
  • The Lennox® S40 Smart Thermostat earned a GOOD DESIGN® award, a globally recognized honor celebrating innovative designs and excellence.

Rheem® Introduces Endeavor™ Line Classic Plus® Series Universal Heat Pump

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
HVAC, Inflation, Tax, Noise, Universal, Energy, HVACR, Environment

ATLANTA, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rheem®, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR products, today announced the launch of its newest heat pump, Endeavor™ Line Classic Plus® Series Universal Heat Pump RD17AZ. The ENERGY STAR® certified1 Rheem RD17AZ was rated as 2024's most efficient, even in cold climates, and works with nearly any HVAC system option or as a Universal Replacement with minimal alterations required2.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rheem ®, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR products, today announced the launch of its newest heat pump, Endeavor™ Line Classic Plus® Series Universal Heat Pump RD17AZ.
  • Rheem's Endeavor heat pump provides a more versatile solution for consistent comfort season after season.
  • Energy Efficient: Provides more energy savings and with households generating 72%3 of greenhouse gas emissions, switching to a heat pump can make a big difference for the environment and save on energy bills.
  • For additional information on Endeavor Line Classic Plus Series Universal Heat Pump RD17AZ, please visit www.rheem.com/endeavor .