Kyle Gargaro

Rochester Hills

Editorial Director at The NEWS (ACHR)

Editorial Director at Mission Critical Magazine

Editorial Director at Engineered Systems

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The NEWSMakers Podcast: R-454B Refrigerant Shortage

4 weeks ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

Kyle Gargaro is Editorial Director & Associate Publisher of The ACHR NEWS. He can be reached at 248-244-1720 or [email protected]. Gargaro has been with The ACHR NEWS since 2004, first as Legislation Editor, then Managing Editor, and now as Editorial Director & Associate Publisher. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism.
The NEWSMakers Podcast: Refrigerant Management Systems

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

HVAC ContractingNewsBusiness ManagementRefrigerationRefrigerants With the R-454B shortage affecting the HVAC industry, it is more important than ever for contractors to keep an eye on their refrigerant. This is where refrigerant management systems come in handy. To help educate us on this topic, we talk with Adam Dykstra from FM Hero. Your browser does not support the audio element. KEYWORDS: Podcasts in HVACR refrigerant management Looking for a reprint of this article?
Rheem Executive Talks HVAC Issues

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

HVAC ContractingManufacturer ReportsNews Rheem Manufacturing Co. and Ruud, one of its 50 brands, recently hosted Rheem’s largest Pro Partner International Conference to date.
3 Things the HVAC Industry Must Do Now to Solve the R-454B Shortage

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

Here are three things that the HVAC industry needs to do in order to get through this crisis:1: Manufacturers need to be shipping products with more charge. The industry leaders have already started this. Trane was the first one to this conclusion when they announced on May 7 that they will temporarily increase the factory pre-charge of refrigerant in all vertical-discharge split air conditioner and heat pump models, in both the premium and the value lines, that use R-454B.
Next Stage of Private Equity Could Lead to Bigger Payouts

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

While private equity has been interested in HVAC for a while now, it really ramped up in 2021 as the industry was enjoying the continued growth that started during the COVID pandemic. The typical hold period for private equity firms is four to six years. So, do the math. The limited partners at these firms are now interested in getting a return on their investment, liquidating their money, and exiting the HVAC industry stage left.
HVAC Tax Credits on the Chopping Block: House Bill Threatens Key Incentives

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

While this was first introduced in the Energy Policy Act of 2005, it was significantly expanded on Jan. 1, 2023, following the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. This expansion provided homeowners with a tax credit of up to $3,200 per year (30% of the cost of qualified improvements) for items such as heat pumps, home energy audits, and air sealing and insulation. The proposal would repeal the tax credit at the end of 2025. It has been scheduled to run through 2032.
Trump, GOP Overturn Refrigeration Efficiency Rules

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

The federal government’s back-and-forth on HVACR regulations continued on Friday, May 9, when President Trump signed legislation that cancels efficiency rules for walk-in coolers and freezers established in the final months of the Biden administration. At the same signing, Trump also overturned Biden administration regulations on residential water heaters and a rule related to labeling requirements for consumer products.
HVAC Price Increase List

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

HVAC ContractingManufacturer ReportsNews As HVAC contractors deal with price increases from manufacturers, they need a plan to pass those costs on to the end user. Here are price increases that have occurred in the industry since March:Air Duct Products: Effective April 15, there was a 10% price increase on all products. The company said this was due tothe cost of raw materials having risen significantly.
HVAC Contractors Sound Off on R-454B Shortage

1 month ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

NewsRefrigerationRefrigerants As the weather begins to warm up, the HVAC industry is dealing with a refrigerant transition that includes a shortage of R-454B in cylinders. The transition from R-410A to the new A2L refrigerants was expected to have some bumps, but that does not make it any easier for HVAC contractors. The ACHR NEWS wanted to get an idea of exactly what was happening with the R-454B supply around the country.
HVAC Manufacturer Discusses Tariffs

2 months ago | achrnews.com | Kyle Gargaro

HVAC ContractingNewsBusiness Management The ever-changing tariffs require HVAC manufacturers to plan for the unexpected. How will these tariffs affect HVAC pricing, supply chain, and demand? The ACHR NEWS sat down with Tower Tech CEO Mathu Solo to find some answers. ACHR NEWS: To start off, talk a little bit about Tower Tech and explain who you are. Solo: Absolutely.