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It is with profound sadness that we must report the untimely passing of HARDI Director of Education, Bud Healy, after a valiant battle with cancer. Bud passed away comfortably at home on Monday, July 27, 2009.

JP Morgan / HARDI HVAC Survey

Free to HARDI Members!

HARDI Submits Statement to House Small Business Committee on Stimulus

AHRI Coil Delisting & Update

AHRI's issued notification of changes to the Unitary Small Equipment Certification Program and HARDI's response.

May 2009 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

HARDI to Return to Washington for 2010 Congressional Fly-In

2009 Profit Report is available!

Analysis of HARDI Distributors 2008 Operating Results

June 2009 HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

June 2009

April 2009 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

Munch Supply, HARDI Participate in Representative's Environmental Roundtable

HARDI Chair Urges Continued Fight Against Any Form of "Card Check"

Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA)

March 2009 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

The Business Owner Newsletter

Expertise for the business owner since 1977

2009 congressional fly-in position papers

HARDI Urges EPA Energy Star to Maintain Label for Programmable Thermostats

HARDI Calls on CARB to Guarantee Confidentiality

April 2009 HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

April 2009

February 2009 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

HARDI Submits EPA HCFC Allocation Rule Comments

HARDI Launches HVAC Tax Credit FAQ Blog

HARDI Releases Summary of Stimulus Bill

HARDI Green Building & VRF Technology Presentations from AHR Expo Available for Download

HARDI Submits Comments on Latest Draft of CARB Refrigerant Regulations

HARDI Submits Initial Comments to DOE on First Commercial Walk-In Standards

December 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

February 2009 HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

February 2009

HARDI Submits Comments on EPA's Proposed Rule to Ban Sale of Pre-Charged Appliances

Quarterly Profit Improvement Report - by: Al Bates

Never Again! Until Next Time of Course

Thoughts on Recession-Proofing the Business

HARDI Discusses Green Building and VRF Technology at AHR Expo

HARDI Files Comments on Proposed OSHA Regulations for Crane Operators

2009 AHR Expo & HARDI Icebreaker Reception

McCormick Place, Chicago, IL

November 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

HARDI Summary of EPA Proposed HCFC Regulations Now Available

HARDI Testifies at EPA Hearing on Two Proposed HCFC Phaseout Rules

December HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

December 2008

October 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

Turning the A/R Crunch into a Profit Center

From Sales Order to Cash to Reorder

By Abe WalkingBear Sanchez

HARDI Urges Congress for HVACR Stimulus

Letter to Speaker Pelosi and Ways and Means Chairman, Charlie Rangel, urges accelerated HVACR depreciation

Detailed Green Building Summary Now Available

Changes coming to LEED and new opportunities for HVAC distributors

October HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

October 2008

US DOE Announces New PTAC, PTHP Standards

Detailed Summary and Complete Rule Now Available

Detailed Summary of Bailout's Energy Efficiency Incentives

HARDI Outlines Key HVACR Opportunities

August 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

HARDI's Economists Oppose Economic Bailout Plan

Institute for Trends Research (ITR) skeptical government is the answer

HARDI Moves its Headquarter Office

Please note our new address and phone number.

July 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research

August HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

August 2008

June 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

HARDI Member Report Compiled by Institute for Trend Research.

Quarterly Targeted & Regional Economic News for Distribution Strategies (T.R.E.N.D.S.)

2nd Quarter 2008

May 2008 HVACR Sales Trends Analysis

First Report from Institute for Trend Research

June HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

June 2008

Recessions Are Optional . Presentations

Specific to the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Central & Great Lakes Regions

April 08 Monthly HVACR Sales Trends

Case Study: How to Do In-House Training

From the Education Committee

Employee Compensation Study is available

March 08 Monthly HVACR Sales Trends

April HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

April 2008

March HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

March 2008

February HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

February 2008

Hydronic & Radiant Heating Resources

HARDI's Hydronic Heating & Cooling Council offers this short list of widely used training resources for "wet heat" interests.

Profitability Assessment Tool . Measuring Performance and Taking Action

December HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

December 2007

GMROI: Good Intentions Gone Awry

By Dr. Albert D. Bates

Dr. Al Bates challenges the management value of GMROI (Gross Margin Return On Inventory) which is under fire from the distributor profitability expert.

HARDI Announces Innovative New Insurance Program

HARDI Speaks Out Against Efficiency Regionalization Strategy

2008 AHR Expo

HARDI Icebreaker

Visit HARDI & HARDITek at the AHR Expo!
Booths #2638-2640.

Don't miss the Plan & Spec presentation - $$Link,http://www.hardinet.org/pdf/PlSpTriFold.pdf,Going Green and the Plan & Spec Representative$$ - given during the 2008 AHR Expo, Weds., Jan. 23rd, 9:30 a.m.

Montreal Protocol Phase Out - Latest Montreal Meeting Modifies HCFC Phase out

From your Refrigeration Systems Council

Developing countries to accelerate HCFC phase out schedule.

HARDI Comments to Senate Finance Committee Regarding Estate Tax Reform

October HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

October 2007

Download Conference Presentations

Many of the presentations from the 2007 HARDI Annual Fall Conference are available here.

Notes from the HVAC Systems Council

ACCA's ANSI Standard on HVAC Quality Installation Specification Available Online

A copy of the HVAC Quality Installation Specification can be downloaded free!

Order FREE ARI Contractor Guide Counter Displays Now

ARI has produced a limited supply of 1000 counter top displays to promote The Contractor Guide CD. Each display includes 50 postage-paid reply mail cards. Order your ARI display today by contacting pr@ari.org

August HVACR Distribution Business Magazine

The Single Voice of HARDI Distributors & Partners

August 2007

HARDI Leadership Met to Advance Your Industry

Plans for Fall Conference Solidified

Distributor Counter Flyer to Oppose Regional Standards

Help your contractors oppose regional efficiency standards legislation; print this flyer and place it at your counter.

HARDI letters opposing Regional Efficiency Standards

View both letters here

The HARDI Catalog

Education & Training Materials to Support Wholesaler-Distributor Professionalism & Profitability

Counter Certification Very Popular

HARDI's Successful Program

Materials Handling - Now In Spanish

HARDI Profitability-Boosting Teleseminar

Al Bates - Audio Now Available

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Releases First Half Mercury Collection Totals

60 Thousand Thermostats Recycled

2006 Employee Compensation Study is available!

Download the Order Form

HARDI's 2006 Compensation Study, prepared by Dr. Al Bates of the Profit Planning Group, is now available.

HARDI Foundation Posts Student Resumes, Awards Scholarship

April 06 Monthly HVACR Sales Trends

What DOE is Telling Consumers About 13 SEER

From the HVAC Systems & Equipment Council

HVACR Industry Market Research Resource Guide

From the HARDI Foundation

CounterLine

For HVACR Distribution Counter & Inside Salespeople

Published for Counter & Inside Salespeople of Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International.

HARDI 2006 Employee Compensation Study

How does your compensation package stack up against other distributors?

Useful NATE Training Materials

From Your HARDI Education Committee

Improving the Bottom Line

From Dr. Al Bates - Profit Planning Group

What Your Employees Don't Know About Profit
Can Destroy Your Business

Technical Help for Refrigeration Applications

Resource List

HFC Rules

From the EPA Website

EPA finalizes rulemaking sustaining the Clean Air Act prohibition against venting hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) and perfluorocarbon (PFC) refrigerants.

Steel Market to Continue in Turmoil

Distributors Say

Price volatility and shortages may continue for galvanized steel for the next several quarters according to distributor members of Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI).

2004 IRS Mileage Rate

Facing the Forces of Change: The Road to Opportunity

NAW & Pembroke Consulting Announce All-New Wholesale Distribution Industry Report

New report titled Facing the Forces of Change:The Road to Opportunity, provides strategic insights into key trends impacting the wholesale distribution supply chain through 2008.

DOE 12 SEER Rule May be "On-hold"

From HARDI's Government & Trade Relations Committee

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Hints for Contacting your Senator or Congressperson

From Your Government Relations Committee

As an informed citizen and businessman, you have a right (many would say obligation) to advise your legislators of your opinions and needs. Individual correspondence is read; it does make a difference. They are vastly more effective than form-letter "campaigns" conducted by lobbying groups.

Fax Advertising Rules

FCC Extends Effective Date Until January 1, 2005

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has extended to January 1, 2005 the effective date of its new rules requiring written consent before sending advertising faxes.

HARDI Now Offering EDI Services

HARDI’s new Center for Advancing Technology

HARDI and ASA (American Supply Association) recently formed an alliance to deliver technology based services to the HARDI membership.

HARDI Members Help Cool off Valdosta, GA

HVAC Donations to Habitat for Humanity - Jimmy Carter Work Project

HARDI Habitat for Humanity Committee Update - Jimmy Carter Work Project Initiative

Economy Affects CFC Chiller Phaseout

An estimated 38,800 comfort cooling chillers that use chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) still exist.

David M. Lawson Memorial Scholarship

Available to Qualified Employees of HARDI Members

The HARDI "David M. Lawson Memorial Scholarship" offers scholarships to student employees of HARDI member firms enrolled in HVAC/R and/or other courses at post-secondary schools.

NATE Certification Guide

HVAC/R Reference Manual

Study materials relating to the NATE technician certification tests available.

James D. Wilder Education Foundation

Student Grant Available

Undergraduate and graduate students participating in a course involving distribution/logistics may apply for a financial grant to cover expenses for a class project, or short-term research study. Download the Foundation’s application form. Information and a signature from a Faculty Advisor are required. School overhead and faculty/student salaries are not funded.

Construction Activity Has Record January

Construction Economics

Construction kicked off 2003 with a record-breaking January, according to the U.S. Dept. of Commerce.

Wholesaler-Distributor Health Insurance

Employees Also Feeling the Pinch

Data compiled by the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) January 17th through February 7th reveals a dramatic increase in group health insurance premiums paid by industry employers.

Electric Motor “Toolbox”

Troubleshooting Information - GE ECMTM Blower Motor

Access troubleshooting (and marketing) information on the GE ECMTM blower motor.

Quarterly Sales Forecast

HVACR Wholesale-Distributor

Current projection is for +2.5% growth (at median) in 2003.

Sales Trends Summary December 2002

Year ends on positive note

Median sales in dollars for the 95 reporting firms are positive at +10.07 percent at median. The year finished at a +5.20 percent gain in sales dollars over last year.

ARI Board Adopts Indoor Air Quality Policy

Download the Policy Statement Free

During ARI’s annual meeting in La Quinta, California in November 2002, the Institute’s Board of Directors adopted the industry’s “Indoor Air Quality Policy Statement.”

HARDI Announces 2003 Schedule of Events

Effective January 1, 2003, NHRAW and ARWI combined to become a single new association; HARDI.

HVACR Wholesale Quarterly Forecast

Members Continue Positive Outlook

Delano Data Insights using GAMA data suggests that furnace and boiler shipments will decline by 0.3% in '03 following an expected 4.6% increase for '02. The current computer generated quarterly forecast using UCLA economic input are shown in the PDF files that follow. Quarter by quarter projections are given through the third quarter of 2003.

Ferris State Offers B.S. in HVACR Engineering Technology On-line

Students who want to go beyond an associate degree will soon be able use the Internet to earn a B.S. degree in HVACR Engineering Technology from Ferris State University.

September Shipments 10 Percent Ahead of Last Year

ARI Statistical Report

A report published by ARI monthly that reflects industry figures on unitary air-conditioners and heat pumps.

Census Bureau Gets Down to Business:

Millions of Firms to Be Counted in 2002 Economic Census

The Commerce Department's Census Bureau launches the 2002 Economic Census.

TRC Mercury Thermostat Collection Grows By 15%

Total Mercury Recovery Nearly 1,300 Pounds

The Thermostat Recycling Corporation (TRC) who has announced that it has recovered nearly 1,300 pounds of mercury from over 150,000 used mercury-switch thermostats.

NHRAW Members Approve Consolidation with ARWI

October 7, 2002

Overwhelming vote by the NHRAW members to approve the consolidation with ARWI.

Are We Making Progress?

A Free Assessment Tool

An easy-to-use employee questionnaire can help you assess your organization, now available in English and Spanish.

Planning for the COOLEST Career

Opportunity Knocks

Finally, a job where you can always keep your cool! This fast-growing industry can lead to lifetime employment.

HVACR Wholesale Quarterly Forecast

Members Project a Positive Finish to 2002

According to the Fredonia Group, both residential and commercial dollar sales will grow at an average rate of 3.85% through the year 2006. The current computer generated quarterly forecast using UCLA economic input are shown in the PDF files attached.
Quarter by quarter projections are given through the second quarter of 2003.

Cooling Industry Produces 130 Millionth Air Conditioner

Achievement Celebrated at New York Stock Exchange

America's torrid love affair with comfort cooling reached a milestone August 9 with production of the 130 millionth central air conditioner and a celebration at the New York Stock Exchange to salute the technology that has transformed the way people live, work and play.

Members Estimate How 2002 Will Finish

NHRAW and ARWI members offer their projections for how the current year will finish out.

Welcome New NHRAW Members

NHRAW Welcomes New Members & Associates

Combined Trade Association

NHRAW ARWI Task Force Complete Report

The efforts to unite the Northamerican Heating, Refrigeration and Airconditioning
Wholesalers Association (NHRAW) and the Airconditioning and Refrigeration Wholesalers
International (ARWI) into a new combined trade association moved one step closer to reality
as a joint consolidation task force recently issued its final report and recommendation.

Sales Trends Summary May 2002

May experiences a slow down.

The month of May has experienced a slow down compared to the reported numbers of April.

Unitary Shipments

23% Jump in April

April, 2002 factory shipments of unitary A/C and heat pumps were up 23% percent compared to April, 2001.

NHRAW Education - 2002

Mid-Year Report

Over 1,000 individuals have received product knowledge training using NHRAW developed materials so far this year.

Seven NHRAW Members Contribute to local Habitat Build

At least seven NHRAW members are involved with the current Habitat for Humanity house being built in Northeast Ohio.

Gas-fired Boilers Recalled

CPSC, ECR International Announce Recall to Repair of Gas Boilers

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), ECR International, of Utica, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 gas-fired boilers.

Who Makes What?

The NHRAW 2002 Employee Compensation Study

One of the major challenges facing business owners is in establishing a fair and adequate compensation system for employees.

Sales Trends Summary April 2002

Median sales are up for April.

Most firms reported positive monthly sales changes.

SEER Rule Set by DOE

The US Department of Energy (DOE) sets standard for central air conditioners.

R-410A Gets High Marks In the Field

Service Training Also Pays Dividends For R-22 Systems.

Consumer Information

Help for Homeowners

Surplus Controls/Parts Online

Twice-a-year NHRAW Surplus Exchange is online!

TRC Mercury Thermostat Collection Grows by Over 50%

Total Mercury Recovery Exceeds 1,000 Pounds

The Thermostat Recycling Corporation (TRC) has announced that it has recovered over 1060 pounds of mercury from nearly 123,000 used mercury-switch thermostats since it began operation in January 1998.

A/C Shipments

Heat Pump Shipments Have Record Year

According to ARI, December, 2001 factory shipments of unitary A/C and heat pumps were up 4% percent compared to December, 2000.

OSHA Offers help on Recordkeeping Rule

Online materials and training sessions planned across the country.

With OSHA's updated injury and illness recordkeeping rule slated to go into effect this month, the agency is offering an outreach program to the 1.4 million employers required to follow the new version of the rule. The efforts include online materials and training sessions planned across the country.

NHRAW & ARWI Continue Consolidation Talks

Leadership from both associations continue to meet.

The joint task force, which consists of leadership from both associations, has been busy studying the details necessary to combine both organizations into a single association retaining the strengths of each.

A/C Shipments

November, 2001 factory shipments up.

According to ARI, November, 2001 factory shipments of unitary A/C and heat pumps were up 1% percent compared to November, 2000.

Welcome New NHRAW Members

NHRAW Welcomes New Members & Associates

December Conference

Las Vegas 2001

More than 1,000 persons attended the annual NHRAW conference, held this year in Las Vegas.

Member Business Report

NHRAW's 2001 Profit Report

NHRAW's 2001 Profit Report, prepared by Dr. Al Bates of the Profit Planning Group, summarizes operating results for the year 2000 submitted by scores of NHRAW wholesalers.

Continuing Education News

Stay at the top of your game.

Stay at the top of your game with these offerings through NHRAW's Education Department.

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Free HARDI-Specific Webinar Offered for Interested Distributor and Manufacturer Members

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The Newest Members Voted in since November 1, 2010

Buy a HALO T-Shirt and Support Homes for Our Troops

Register your key warehouse and management employees by Friday, December 2nd.

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HARDI files comments in opposition of Regional Standards/ Efficiency Standards Increase

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Monday at 1 PM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Business Channel

AEA Webinar Presented by Joe Ellers

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Submit Your Nomination for the 2011 Mercury Thermostat Recycling Awards!

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Hear HARDI EVP Talbot Gee on Make Your Move Radio Show

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To be awarded at the 2011 Annual Conference in Maui!

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The report is now publicly available!

EPA Release

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HARDI team weighs in with John Iwanski of RSES Journal.

Blog Entry by Robert Mader

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Johnson Air Products Recognized As Innovative In Their Markets

ACT NOW, REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 50 PEOPLE!

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Monday, January 23 - Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Policy Update

It’s all about Collaboration!

With Great Sadness, HARDI Reports the Passing of Jim Le Flore

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Register and make arrangements for the Annual Conference at the Grand Wailea Resort in Maui, Hawaii, October 23-26, 2011

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Donates Frigidaire System For Injured Iraq Veteran

Forum Created to Discuss Alternatives

HARDI Commends Congress on Repealing the Provision

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HVAC Wholesale Distributors Required to Act as Collection Point for Mercury Thermostats

Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, WI

Record Seizure of More Than $1 Million of a Toxic Substance

Carrier to Contribute its Company-Operated Distribution with $210 Million of Sales in 2010 from 28 Locations in 11 States

For Immediate Release, March 1, 2011