Straight from ASHRAE & AHR: Key Trends in our Industry
The 38-page 2022 trend report is out! Let's take a look at some insights from ASHRAE and AHR.


Straight from ASHRAE & AHR: Key Trends in our Industry
The 38-page 2022 trend report is out! Let's take a look at some insights from ASHRAE and AHR.
The AHR Expo provides a unique forum where manufacturers of all sizes and specialties come together to share ideas and showcase the future of HVACR technology. Since 1930, the AHR Expo has remained the industry’s best place for OEMs, engineers, contractors, technicians, facility operators, architects, educators and other industry professionals to explore the latest trends and applications and to cultivate mutually beneficial business relationships. The event is co-sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI, endorsed by many industry leading organizations, and is held concurrently with ASHRAE’s Winter Conference.

The Future is Clean
- Decarbonization
- Electrification
- Low-GWP refrigerants
- Regulation updates all play a part
Growing the Professional Workforce
- Attract talent from diverse backgrounds
- Provide attractive opportunities for career growth
- Rethink the value of the employee
- Think long-term and invest in your workforce
The Pandemic has Changed the World...and the Industry
- Customers are more aware of their indoor environments
- The desire for IAQ is here to stay
- Upgraded HVAC systems keep buildings healthy
The Supply Chain the industry is Still Stretched for Supply, and Creatively Solving Issues
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The supply chain interconnectedness is clear - the shipping and freight industry has resulted in unpredictable delays
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Manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, contractors, techs - the industry has been forced to get creative in solving problems
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Costs are unpredictable, we pretty much heard from everyone that supply chain issues will continue to plague the industry
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Manufacturers are however taking measures such as -in-house sub-assemblies, North American-based manufacturing, and improving and redesigning products with parts and materials that are available
The Industry is Stronger When we Work Together
- Open lines of experience and communication across the supply chain
- Strengthen understanding of goals and methods to maximize efficiency and equipment performance
- Learn from all areas of expertise