Two government regulation changes have the potential for a perfect storm to turn HVAC inventory and warehousing upside down.

Attorneys have developed arguments against both the non-refillable cylinder ban and the QR code tracking mandate stating they are both unlawful because they exceed the authority granted to the EPA by the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act (AIM Act) and because the finalized regulations are arbitrary and capricious. The EPA has until June 6, 2022, to respond to the brief that HARDI and the joint petitioners filed.

South Florida county ordinance could provide municipalities a roadmap to improved grease-intercepting capabilities.

Comments on proposed revisions must be received by April 17.

As of press time, reports stated a wish list of policy riders was being prepared, which is Congress’ way of preventing the federal government from enacting certain laws by explicitly instructing them or withholding funding.

While the current oil glut and continued weak oil prices make biofuels excessive and more expensive, there is no indication of a cutback in the renewables per percentage of each gasoline gallon.

W21 to promote water conservation, recycling, water projects and research, as well as formally authorizing the WaterSense program.

The EPA passed a law (which had nothing to do with the environment) that forbids HVACR contractors from doing their own recycling in order to sell recovered refrigerant.

The new design dramatically reduces clearance space as the HE Series can be installed directly onto the floor. Customers have the option to upgrade their warranty to five years.