Did you know that the United States is one of the least trained and certified HVAC industries in the modern world? Many countries require thousands of hours of training as well as completing a nationally recognized certification. Here in the United States it varies by state and even city. Here in my home state of Indiana there is no state-level HVAC license, but you are required as a landscaper.....let that sink in. Take 25 and check out this interesting perspective from Aidan Lucey, a journeyman refrigeration mechanic who understands apprenticeships of different continents.

Discover how Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are revolutionizing education! 🌟 These cutting-edge technologies are creating immersive, interactive, and engaging learning experiences that are changing the way we learn and teach. While challenges like cost, technical skills, and content development exist, the growing affordability and advancement of AR and VR promise a bright future for education. Join us as we explore the transformative impact of AR and VR on education, and get a glimpse into the future of learning! 🚀

Can you imagine a world where connecting to an HVAC system was as easy as paying for food with your Apple Pay or credit card chip? That reality is present in this next generation equipment from Hitachi that is using near field communication (NFC) to connect to your smartphone or tablet without even taking off the covers of the unit. Every temperature thermistor, pressure transducer and system error is at your fingertips with real-time data as well as stored data logging. Sounds dreamy right? That is the future of our industry, and one of the many innovations that will attract new talent to our profession. The development of AI is threatening many career fields and causing IT professionals to consider the HVACR industry due to the job security and technological innovations. Not to mention, we are attracting young, tech-savvy women and men that look forward to the use of technology in their chosen career path. Welcome to the future of HVACR!