February 2021
ACCA Partners with RESNET and ICC to Develop New Standards for HVAC System Installations
Alexandria, VA (February 23, 2021)— The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) has partnered withthe Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) and the International Code Council (ICC) to develop the ANSI/RESNET/ACCA/ICC 310-2020 Standard for Grading the Installation of HVAC Systems.
The new standard is the product of a collaborative effort of the three organizations that establish the procedures, tolerances, and record-keeping practices for evaluating and grading elements of an HVAC system’s design and installation.
The standard provides a pathway to earn an improved Energy Rating Index (ERI) score when the heating and cooling system is installed in compliance with its published requirements. The standard applies to Unitary HVAC systems and is comprised of five tasks: a design review, a total duct leakage test, a blower fan volumetric airflow test, a blower fan watt draw test, and a noninvasive evaluation of refrigerant charge. Designed to be completed in sequence, the results of each task are evaluated for compliance with specified thresholds including design tolerances and installation quality.
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The new standard is the product of a collaborative effort of the three organizations that establish the procedures, tolerances, and record-keeping practices for evaluating and grading elements of an HVAC system’s design and installation.
The standard provides a pathway to earn an improved Energy Rating Index (ERI) score when the heating and cooling system is installed in compliance with its published requirements. The standard applies to Unitary HVAC systems and is comprised of five tasks: a design review, a total duct leakage test, a blower fan volumetric airflow test, a blower fan watt draw test, and a noninvasive evaluation of refrigerant charge. Designed to be completed in sequence, the results of each task are evaluated for compliance with specified thresholds including design tolerances and installation quality.
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February 2021
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Don will serve as the Vice-Chair and also on the PMG Code Interpretation Committee for 2021 (IPC, IMC, IFGC, IPSDC, ISPSC).
Proposed code changes were due on January 11, 2021, and will be available shortly for your review. If you need a copy, please contact Katie Burke at katie@acane.org.
The code hearings will be hybrid this year, so there is every opportunity for ACA/NE members to participate without any hardship or lost time from work.
Don is the Sr. Field Representative for APA HVAC Technologies, located in Canton, Massachusetts. Don serves on the ACA/NE Board of Directors and Government Affairs Committee.
Proposed code changes were due on January 11, 2021, and will be available shortly for your review. If you need a copy, please contact Katie Burke at katie@acane.org.
The code hearings will be hybrid this year, so there is every opportunity for ACA/NE members to participate without any hardship or lost time from work.
Don is the Sr. Field Representative for APA HVAC Technologies, located in Canton, Massachusetts. Don serves on the ACA/NE Board of Directors and Government Affairs Committee.
December 2020
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David serves on the ACA/NE Government Affairs Committee and is working tirelessly to advance the association’s BBRS initiatives. These include passage of the HVAC Construction Supervisors License (CSL) and amendments to revise the provisions that allow only HERS Raters and BPI Certified professionals to conduct duct testing and testing of mechanical systems.
David has also conducted excellent educational webinars for ACA/NE during this challenging year, covering issues including Managing a Changing Workforce During COVID-19 to Complying with the New Department of Labor Guidelines and Employee Safety and Employment Law Updates.
David has also conducted excellent educational webinars for ACA/NE during this challenging year, covering issues including Managing a Changing Workforce During COVID-19 to Complying with the New Department of Labor Guidelines and Employee Safety and Employment Law Updates.
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To Keep You Safe, ACA/NE Programming Will Remain
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October 2020
Given the ongoing COVID-19 social distancing and safety requirements, we cannot meet in person. However, ACA/NE will continue to provide our members with top-notch educational programming.
Check out the schedule below and make sure to register your team to attend the upcoming webinars and conferences.
Given the ongoing COVID-19 social distancing and safety requirements, we cannot meet in person. However, ACA/NE will continue to provide our members with top-notch educational programming.
Check out the schedule below and make sure to register your team to attend the upcoming webinars and conferences.
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International Mechanical Code Fundamentals Webinars
November 2 and 16, 2020 | 7:00 am - 8:30 am (each day) Presented by: Gary Gauthier, International Code Council This seminar highlights key provisions of the International Mechanical Code (IMC) and provides practice in applying key requirements. It reinforces learning by supplying immediate feedback or clarification. It walks participants through the content outline of the code book and describes key sections. Click here for more detail and to register. HVAC/R Career Days Developing the Future Workforce
December 3 and 8, 2020 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (each day) ACA/NE's goal is to increase awareness that the industry provides challenging and rewarding careers that offer excellent pay and benefits. This event is an opportunity for the industry to demonstrate a growing demand for new HVAC/R employees, and that students can enter the workforce without the debt they would incur after attending a four-year college. The virtual platform will allow vocational and private career school students, career services staff, principals, guidance counselors, and teachers to participate to learn about the full spectrum of career opportunities within the HVAC/R industry. Click here for more detail and to register. |
Astounding Service Starts Inside Webinar
November 13, 2020 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am Presented by: Vicki LaPlant, Service Roundtable Ultimate service for the customer begins with the inside staff. This webinar aids the inside staff on seeing their value and impact on the profitability of the company. The additional cost of running a business, besides payroll is illustrated. Click here for more detail and to register. What the Astounding Service Technician Does
December 11, 2020 | 9:00 am - 10:0 am Presented by: John LaPlant, Service Roundtable Ultimate service continues with service technicians. This webinar is for technicians and installers aids employees in seeing their value and impact on the profitability of the company. Click here for more detail and to register. HVAC/R Technical Training and Management Conference
February 23, 2021 | 8:00 am - 3:00 pm The agenda will include workshops for technicians, owners, office and sales staff, and the opportunity for vendors to promote their products and services, and virtually network with HVAC industry leaders Click here for more information. |
ACA/NE Membership Testimonial
"ACA/NE is a wonderful association to be a part of. Membership with ACA/NE has helped me grow my professional network and stay informed with what is happening within the HVAC industry.”
Don Chaisson | APA, LLC.
