Sign of things to come on a world wide basis @AIRAHnews ASBEC #hvacr

More than 100 organisations have signed a joint statement supporting the lifting of energy standards in the 2022 National Construction Code (NCC). hvacrnews.com.au/news/collectiv… Australian Government ASBEC Green Building Council of Australia Property Council of Australia Energy Efficiency Council

Change needs to happen

All Australian homes should be safe, healthy, comfortable & affordable. But we are still building leaky & inefficient homes that cost too much to heat & cool. Lifting minimum energy ratings for new homes to 7 Stars will cut energy bills & cut emissions. bit.ly/3JIMlJ6

It's not too late to provide your input in the second Australian HVAC&R Salary Survey. Help us benchmark wages and outlooks across the industry – and go in the draw to win one of three $100 gift cards! surveymonkey.com/r/airahss22

It’s been over a decade since Australia last improved energy standards for our homes. We’re falling behind the rest of the world, and it is costing us in energy bills. ASBEC backs lifting minimum energy ratings for new homes to 7 Stars. bit.ly/3JIMlJ6

Congratulations to Tony Arnel for hosting a very insightful lunch at day one of #ARBS2022 on the future of the HVAC &R Industry. Great panellists including Ura Sarfejoo, M.AIRAH; Steve Smith, M.AIRAH; and Grace Foo, M.AIRAH. ARBS Exhibition #AIRAHatARBS

This week is #nationalskillsweek – a time to raise the profile and status of vocational learning in Australia. Learn more about the SkillsOne initiative: nationalskillsweek.com.au

Spring is here – and coming up this month at #AIRAH, join us for three Streamline webinars, plenty of division seminars and site visits, and The Future of HVAC 2022.

“The hardest part isn’t coming up with the technical solutions,” says Paul Jackson, F.AIRAH, in his #FoHVAC22 welcome, addressing the industry's urgent need for sustainable solutions. “The hardest part is changing our habits and behaviours to implement them.”

The NSW government is pressing ahead with plans to begin a new licensing class for mechanical services and medical gases on Oct 1. hvacrnews.com.au/news/new-licen…

Today we recognize #WorldOzoneDay and the dangers of ozone depletion. The HVAC&R industry plays a large role in preserving the ozone layer as we work to ensure that future heating and cooling technologies are sustainable. #MyASHRAE

The Climate Council has named 10 actions Australian governments can immediately begin to fast-track emissions reductions, tackle the energy and cost-of-living crises, and create new jobs. hvacrnews.com.au/news/the-game-…

Happy #EnergyEfficiencyDay! ⚡ ASHRAE Standard 90.1 has served as the benchmark for commercial building energy efficiency codes for 35 years – contributing to $800 billion saved each year. Learn more about ASHRAE’s Energy Efficiency resources at bit.ly/3SqlMfn.

Thermal bridges are a weak point in construction where increased heat losses can lead to moisture and condensation problems. Denise Martin takes a closer look at how this effect can be reduced at #BuildingPhysics2022

#Adelaide, you’re up! AIRAH’s HVAC&R Industry Night is coming to town on Thursday. Register to join us for this free networking event and exhibition: eventbrite.com.au/e/airah-indust…

On Wednesday, October 12, AIRAH's ACT division hosted a Hawker College HVAC site visit, which incorporated presentations from Lasath Lecamwasam, F.AIRAH, and his ESBS project team. AIRAH thanks event sponsors Carrier and Consolidated Fire & Steam.

AIRAH, South Metropolitan TAFE and @RACIAWA hosted the WA Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Awards yesterday. Thanks to the sponsors and attendees - and congratulations to the winners! We also presented Graham Boyle, L.AIRAH, with a 30-year certificate and life membership.

This creative cover for a condensing unit was snapped by Antonis in Queensland. "Also note the pair coil insulation on the suction line," he says, "black bucket over the pressure control, and the sloppy electrical." Thanks for the #MondayMuckUp Antonis!

A more colourful case of condenser mistreatment. The tech was called out because the unit was continuously tripping on HP. Thanks to Ken for the #MondayMuckUp