Water Heaters News and Trends
Get the latest information on commercial hot water heaters
Water heaters have change significantly in the past few years. The biggest trend in the industry is towards tankless water heaters, in place of traditional water heaters with tanks that can take up more than twice the space.Whether electric or natural gas, commercial hot water heaters without tanks can also be installed outside or inside of a building, so there is no reason to worry about the size of the unit. This takes some stress off of contractors, and owners who need every square inch for their business.
You can stay on top of developments by following water heaters news and trends. There are so many innovations coming through the heating and cooling industry that as a contractor or building owners, you need to stay up to date on the latest news. You can do this by:
1. Subscribing to trade publications for the heating and cooling industry.
2. Finding online resources that provide unbiased information.
3. Asking questions of your water heater vendors.
Read about commercial hot water heater technology and innovations through trade publications
There are many ways that trade publications for the heating and cooling industry can be helpful to contractors and others who need to pick the right hot water system for a building. The publications can give you insight into how new energy technologies are used to heat water, the best models for your money, and listings where you can find hot water heaters wholesale.
Try: HVAC Web Connection provides many links to free trade publications that are concerned with contracting and HVAC issues, including the news and trends connected to hot water heaters. The News is a publication dedicated to the heating and cooling industry. The publication has print and online resources that can keep you up to date.
Choose online resources that explain commercial hot water heater energy options
Because there are so many options to consider when choosing a commercial hot water tank or tankless system, find resources that can guide you toward the right type and power source for your heater. The standard choices are electric and gas, but there are also many businesses that now use solar energy to heat their hot water.
Try: The U.S. Department of Energy has good information for those considering solar water heating for their commercial buildings. Sustainable Facility is an online journal that can keep you up to date on the latest energy innovations in all areas of building and construction, but particularly the appliances used in home and commercial properties.
Explore online forums and blogs dedicated to water heaters and other HVAC topics
There are many blogs and online forums where you can network with other HVAC service dealers and suppliers to find out what is hot in the water heater business. Many of these blogs not only cover trends in products, but also trends in sales, marketing and legal issues.
Try: HVACR Business presents a blog by Tracy Purdum in a forum style so you can interact directly with the blogger. DtiCorp.com features news and trends in the HVAC industry, including water heaters and air conditioners.
- Choosing a commercial tankless water heater can be the best choice for small businesses and those that need a lot of extra space. If you have roof space, you can easily install a solar powered hot water heater to save most of your energy costs.
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