Electrification isn’t just a buzzword in HVACR. It’s a pivotal shift driven by environmental concerns about fossil-fuel heating. As the need for efficient, sustainable solutions grows, your team needs to be ready for its impact.
At ACCA 2025, electrification takes center stage. This year’s programming will cover everything your team needs to know about the transition, including sessions on cold climate and ground source heat pumps, practical applications of ACCA manuals for better installations, and exclusive insights into the Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) upcoming initiatives.
Here’s a sneak peek of the upcoming electrification sessions you don’t want to miss at ACCA 2025:
HVAC Pros Lead the Way on Heat Pumps and Happier Customers
This session focuses on helping contractors succeed with heat pumps in cold climates. Panelists Ed Smith, Alex Meaney, and Bill Spohn will explain how ACCA’s Manual S® guides equipment selection and discuss key tradeoffs that aren’t covered in the manual but are crucial for both contractors and homeowners.
The discussion will also highlight the broader electrification trend, offering real-world examples of how HVACR professionals are adapting to new energy standards and how these changes could shape the industry’s future.
Heat Pumps Unleashed: Sizing, Selecting, and Selling Across Climates
Sizing and selling heat pumps requires a deep understanding of climate challenges and the unique needs of homeowners. Panelist Shelby Breger will share strategies for selecting the right equipment for cold and humid regions, and offer guidance on communicating these benefits effectively to homeowners.
This session will provide contractors with practical insights to improve heat pump installations and address common concerns, helping them close more sales.
Heat Pump Mythbusters and DOE Initiatives
Contractors often face misconceptions about heat pumps, but this session sets the record straight. Led by experts Jeff Wanner and Jamie Kono from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, it covers the latest updates from the Department of Energy and how new initiatives are shaping the market.
The panel will explore everything from rooftop heat pump applications to dual-fuel systems and low-GHG refrigerants. You’ll also hear how federal incentives are helping contractors expand their businesses.
Designing Ground Source Heat Pumps with ACCA Manuals
Ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) are among the most efficient and sustainable options available, but proper design is critical for their success. Greg Kurtz will explain how to use ACCA Manuals J®, D®, and S® to ensure your designs meet industry standards and perform as expected.
This session is perfect for anyone looking to refine their expertise in geothermal systems while offering customers long-term energy savings.
How Midea is Making Heat Pumps Mainstream
David Rames from Midea will showcase the company’s latest innovations in heat pump technology, including Enhanced Vapor Injection (EVI) for extreme cold climates. He’ll also discuss Midea’s training programs and partnerships designed to make heat pumps more accessible for contractors and homeowners.
This session is a great opportunity to see how advancements in the industry are helping drive electrification forward.
Electrification isn’t just about heat pumps. Sessions like “Dominate Your Market with QI Certificates” and “Not Your Father’s ECM” give contractors new tools and strategies to adapt to industry changes. Brian Feenie’s session on QI Certificates shows how contractors can develop skills to thrive in the electrification era, delivering work that stands out to customers.
Christopher Mohalley’s session focuses on ECM (electronically commutated motor) technology. He’ll cover the basics of diagnosing and optimizing these motors, which play a key role in energy-efficient systems. Learning to handle this evolving tech can make a big difference in your day-to-day work and customer satisfaction.
Ready to lead the change in HVACR electrification? ACCA 2025 is your opportunity to stay ahead of the competition as the entire industry adapts to the electrification shift.
Discounted pricing ends January 31!
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