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HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

Real training for HVAC ( Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Technicians. Including recorded tech training, interviews, diagnostics and general conversations about the trade.

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53:45

VRF Tech Talk Takeover

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/03/06

Roman Baugh and Donald Falese from VRF Tech Talk podcast takeover the HVAC School booth at AHR EXPO 2025. Join them as they talk about the new VRF products being unveiled, water cooled VRF up's and down's and why VRF is such a difficult trade work in. You will not want to miss this one! Highlights include: Daikin's innovative modular air handler for residential applications Hisense's groundbreaking single-phase VRF system with integrated hot water heating New NFC technology for easier system

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18:45

Bill Spohn / TruTech Symposium and AHR Recap

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2025/03/04

Join us for a candid conversation with Bill Spohn from TruTech Tools at AHR Expo 2025! Bill shares exciting news about his planned retirement and transition plan for TruTech Tools, plus gives his insights on this year's 6th Annual HVAC/R Training Symposium where TruTech Tools was the title sponsor. We discuss the unique community atmosphere of both the Symposium and AHR Expo, exploring what makes these events special for the HVAC industry. In this livestream, we dive into: Bill's announcement about

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46:03

UEI at AHR: Carbon Monoxide Safety and Combustion...

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/03/03

In this informative podcast episode, Bryan from HVAC School is joined by Louise Keller, the National Training Manager for UEI Test Instruments, to discuss the critical importance of carbon monoxide safety and proper combustion analysis. The conversation begins with lighthearted banter about the previous night's Tactical Awards ceremony before diving into the serious topic of CO dangers and detection. Louise shares valuable insights about the dangers of carbon monoxide exposure, particularly at lower

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35:21

What's New With Copeland at AHR

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2025/02/28

In this episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan sits down with James and Jeff from Copeland to discuss the evolution and capabilities of Copeland's mobile applications, particularly focusing on the Copeland Mobile app and the new Scout feature. James, who has been with Copeland for 28 years, and Jeff, who works as a trainer, share their extensive knowledge about how these tools can benefit HVAC technicians in the field. The conversation begins with a historical perspective on Copeland's service

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36:24

Good QC, Startup, and Punchout Processes

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2025/02/27

In this episode, Bryan is joined by guests Jacob and JD to discuss quality control (QC), punch out procedures, and best practices in HVAC installation and service. The conversation delves deep into the various aspects of maintaining high standards in workmanship, from aesthetic considerations to technical performance metrics that affect system longevity. The discussion begins with an exploration of workmanship quality and how to instill pride in work among team members. The guests share insights

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10:55

Static Mistakes - Short #232

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/25

In this short podcast episode, Bryan covers some common mistakes when measuring static pressure. Static pressure is balloon pressure, not CFM or velocity pressure, but it can be an airflow indicator. The best way to start learning about static pressure is to start measuring total external static pressure. Gas furnaces and heat pumps are different; static pressure is rated at the furnace in the former (not the cased coil, which is additional), and the static pressure includes the coil in a heat pump

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30:56

Santa Fe Talks Dehumidification at AHR 2025

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2025/02/24

In this insightful discussion at AHR 2025 in Orlando, Bryan connects with Nikki Krueger from Santa Fe dehumidifiers, exploring the evolution and importance of whole-house dehumidification in modern HVAC systems. Nikki, who has spent 20 years in the indoor air quality industry, shares her journey from a public relations background to becoming deeply involved in the technical and engineering aspects of dehumidification technology. She highlights the groundbreaking work of Ken Gehring, who invented

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01:10:28

Catching Up with Fieldpiece and Refrigeration...

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/21

In this special episode from the 2025 AHR Expo, Bryan brings us two fascinating conversations with industry leaders who are shaping the future of HVAC technology and tools. The episode kicks off with Tony Gonzalez from Fieldpiece celebrating their 35th anniversary. Tony shares his remarkable journey from packaging meters in the warehouse to his current leadership role, providing unique insights into the company's evolution. The discussion explores Fieldpiece's pioneering role in developing

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45:03

From Plumber to HVAC Owner w/ Manly Arnanson

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/20

In this episode, Bryan speaks with Manly, an HVAC professional from Manitoba, Canada, about his journey from working in his family's plumbing business to running his own HVAC company. Manly shares his experiences working in extreme cold weather conditions, where temperatures can drop to -30°C (-22°F), and discusses the unique challenges and emergency response strategies required in such a heating-dominated market. The conversation delves deep into the ethical aspects of running an HVAC business,

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12:58

EER in the Field - Short #231

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/18

In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) and SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) and how to calculate EER in the field. EER and SEER are ratings that we often see on equipment (as are SEER2 and EER2) based on a ratio of an output to an input. Whereas coefficient of performance (COP) is a direct ratio of watts out to watts in, EER and SEER account for BTUs and watts. EER and SEER indicate the cooling capacity (in BTUs) we get from the watts we put in. The

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31:54

Heat Pumps / Comfort and Electrification w/ Copeland

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2025/02/14

In this informative episode, Josh Souders from Copeland joins Bryan to dive deep into heat pump technology, discussing everything from basic operations to advanced features in cold climate applications. The conversation begins with a fundamental explanation of how heat pumps work, describing them as essentially air conditioners with a reversing valve that allows them to provide both heating and cooling. Josh explains the thermodynamic principles that enable heat pumps to extract heat from cold

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48:29

Efficiency and Production on Larger Projects

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/13

In this podcast episode, Bryan, Jacob, and JD provide an in-depth look at a significant HVAC project that tested their team's ability to adapt, learn, and improve. The discussion centers on a large-scale apartment building project that presented numerous challenges in project management, team dynamics, and installation processes. What began as a chaotic and inefficient workflow ultimately transformed into a more streamlined and collaborative effort through careful analysis and strategic adjustments

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19:31

Live from AHR with Kalos Team Dre & Elliot

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/11

Join Bryan Orr as he goes Live from the AHR Expo 2025 at the Orange County Convention Center with Kalos Services team members Dre and Elliot! They share their first impressions of the massive HVAC industry expo, discuss interesting booth displays, and chat about the latest tools and technology they've spotted on the show floor. Get their perspective on what it's like to attend one of the largest HVAC/R trade shows in the world, featuring over 60,000 industry professionals from around the globe. The

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10:43

Q&A - Circuit Board Troubleshooting - Short #230

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/11

In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about circuit board troubleshooting: is there a quick way to learn how to check circuit boards, and if so, where are those resources? A circuit board is a bunch of components put together on a printed circuit board (PCB). There isn't a lot of helpful universal information about circuit boards available, as they vary quite a bit by model and manufacturer. However, many of the basic components will be the same across

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37:39

Are you using AI to Troubleshoot w/ Refrigeration Mentor

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/06

In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Trevor Matthews and Bryan dive deep into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the refrigeration and HVAC industries. They explore how AI is not a new concept in their field, discussing how manufacturers like Copeland, Sporlan, and Danfoss have long incorporated AI-driven tools and repositories of information into their applications. The conversation goes beyond simple technological novelty, positioning AI as a powerful learning

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13:27

The New Sensi Equipment Interface - Short #229

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/02/04

In this short episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan and Tom Lorenz from Copeland talk about the new Sensi equipment interface. This product has been in field trials for months and will be launching in February. It will also be featured at the 2025 AHR Expo in Orlando. You can learn more about when and where the product launch will be at AHR at https://ahr25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.cfm?scheduleid=197. Sensi is launching the new Sensi equipment interface module (indoor and

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30:14

The Buyout Epidemic - Manifesto

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/01/30

In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Bryan shares his perspective on the growing trend of private equity buyouts and investments in the trades, particularly in home services businesses. He addresses the "buyout epidemic" with a balanced view, acknowledging the significant financial opportunities these deals present while expressing concerns about their long-term impact on the industry and its people. Bryan discusses how private equity firms are particularly attracted to home services

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09:27

Standing Pilot - Short #228

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/01/28

In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about the standing pilot gas systems and the ignition strategy in gas-fired appliances. Standing pilots are very simple devices that are common in fuel logs, water heaters, and some pool heaters. These devices have a thermocouple or thermopile; in a thermocouple, two dissimilar metals are connected at one end, and there is an electron flow between the metals when one is heated up. A thermopile is a collection of thermocouples in series or parallel to

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01:07:07

History of Gas Furnaces - Redux

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/01/23

Jim takes us all the way through the history of furnaces, from the Stone Age when he was a child to modern modulating condensing types. The goal of a furnace is to move heat, so a furnace uses heat exchangers to facilitate heat transfer. Furnaces have primary and secondary air. The primary air goes through the burner, and the secondary air goes around the flame and is pulled in around the heat exchanger inlet. So, the flame's heat creates a draft that pulls air in. Natural gas and oil (LP/propane)

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09:28

Heat Exchangers and Temperature Rise - Short #227

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs ·

2025/01/21

In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about heat exchangers and temperature rise in gas furnaces, especially 80% open-combustion gas furnaces. Temperature rise is the difference between the return air temperature and supply air temperature; in cooling, we usually refer to this difference as a delta T or temperature split. The manufacturer sets a target range on the data plate; high-efficiency furnaces tend to have lower temperature rise targets than mid-efficiency or older furnaces. We want to

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