>By combining water heating with space heating through heat pumps, a synergy is achieved that maximizes efficiency. This dual functionality is particularly relevant given the constant demand for hot water in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
As the world seeks more sustainable and electrified solutions for common construction and engineering challenges, the ways in which large buildings deliver hot water to tenants are worth examination.
In my last column of 2023, I discussed the growing use of Artificial Intelligence in engineering and construction firms. This month, I want to focus on another trend we will see continuing into this next year — sustainability and efficiency.
The year 1979 was great for transitions — I struck out on my own on Sept. 1, 1979 to pursue the American Dream of owning my own business and charting my destiny.
My house water heater recently failed. I want to replace it with something more efficient, like a heat pump. The easiest path would be to replace it with the exact same type. What would you do if you had a similar scenario with a client or project?
A. O. Smith announced that Dave Warren, senior vice president, president and general manager of North America Water Heating (NAWH), will retire April 1. Steve O’Brien, senior vice president, president and general manager of Lochinvar, has been named Warren’s successor.
The largest HVACR event of the year, the 2024 AHR Expo returns to the Windy City Jan. 22-24, while the co-located 2024 ASHRAE Winter Conference will take place Jan. 20-24 at the Marriott Marquis Chicago.
Like most people, I have opinions and beliefs about our current energy sources, and specifically how they play into the future of hydronic heating and cooling technology.