News & Notes
Has the Ship Truly Sailed on 25C?
On Aug. 2, the Senate Finance Committee, by a vote of 19-5, favorably reported out a number of amendments to the Family and Business Tax Cut Certainty Act of 2012. What could that mean for your business?
by Herb Woerpel
Distributor Schedules Hands-On Geothermal Expo
Wolff Bros. Supply Inc. will host a hands-on, multi-station outdoor workshop and training arena for their HVAC, geothermal, and drilling customers. The “big tent” event takes place Tuesday, Sept. 11 at Wolff Bros. Supply in Medina, Ohio.
Partner of the Year Awarded
Neuco Inc. was recently honored by Blue Hawk, a buying group for independent HVACR distributors nationwide.
Johnstone Supply Supports Military Families
Johnstone Supply Inc. has announced a new partnership with Operation Homefront, a national non-profit providing American military families with critically needed support, emergency assistance, and financial aid.
HARDI Education Launches Two New Products
HARDI’s Professional Development Committee announced the official launch of its two new products to benefit HARDI members and their professional development initiatives.
HARDI Update: HARDI Reports Sales Increase
HARDI TRENDS report shows growth in May and is the highest month-over-month growth since Nov. 2010 when the approaching expiration of the $1,500 federal tax credit pulled sales forward. What rare occurrence contributed to the growth?
Breaking News: April Sales Up 8.3 Percent
"April marked the fourth consecutive month of an improving annual growth rate," said HARDI economist, Andrew Duguay. "The 3.5 percent average annual growth reported by members was the highest since Nov. 2011. The 8.3 percent average improvement in sales over April 2011 was also a promising sign for the industry.
Breaking News: HARDI Joins Workforce Development Efforts
HARDI and seven other industry associations announced the formation of the HVACR Workforce Development Foundation that will work to raise awareness of the industry, attract new members to the workforce, and enhance the quality of the available workforce in the industry.
American Standard Honors Top Distributors
American Standard® Heating & Air Conditioning recently honored seven distinguished American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning independent distributors at the annual Pinnacle Awards Ceremony.
WinWholesale Names HVAC Vendor of the Year
Distributor WinWholesale has selected Southwark Metal Mfg. Co. as its 2011 HVAC vendor of the year. Bill Spiegel, president, accepted the award at WinWholesale's Annual Meetings and Vendor Showcase Awards Dinner March 13 in Nashville.