When testing and diagnosing the operation and performance of an HVAC system, the timing and measurement are critical. Ideally, the system should be calling for full heating or cooling, and fan speed so it can reach a stable operating condition. Let’s take a closer...
Let’s talk airflow. We live back in the woods on a half-acre with fifteen 100-foot tall oak trees. For years I’ve imagined sharing leaf blowing airflow lessons with my fellow airheads. Let’s take a look at the mad airflow skills you can master while blowing...
You might find it difficult to relate HVAC and colonoscopy customer service. Let’s take a look at how the medical profession has recognized today’s consumer’s need to be more informed and comfortable about not only the services being delivered, but...
This is one of life’s toughest assignments: saying farewell to someone who had a major impact on your life and career. It is with a very sad heart that I bid adieu to Joe Fristik, corporate VP of marketing and national accounts for Rheem. Joe passed away early on...
NOTE: This article originally appeared in the April 2005 edition of Contracting Business magazine. It was the ‘Last Word’ column on page 80. On a recent HVAC e-mail discussion thread, a contractor made reference to a popular book entitled, Leading The...
