Yes, I'm walking a fine line with that title or even writing about Labor Day or workers' movements at all. So, let's take a step back, strip away the politics and economic theory, and talk about this from a human standpoint. Peter McGuire was born in New York in the 1850s to a poor family […]

If you are primarily a residential technician working on equipment under 5 tons, there are many similarities between the systems you are used to and 5-20 ton rooftop units common to the light commercial market. There are MANY additional things to consider on larger equipment, and here are just a few. Wash Fresh Air Filters […]

Swaging copper is one of the most common practices in our trade when it comes to brazing pipes. Yes, it sometimes makes more sense to slap on a coupling or street ell fitting, but most of the time, cutting your braze joints in half is much easier and faster during an install or repair.  So, […]