Why Is A Fire Restoration Course Needed For Professionals?

Before hiring anyone to clean out a home following a fire make sure the technician has taken a fire restoration course. This is an essential piece of training that ensures the professional does the job right because the consequences of a poor cleaning job are serious. Open flames produce ash and other residues that are almo

Acoustic Ceiling Tiles

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HVAC Contractor, Powers of Arkansas, Promotes Leadership Team

Powers of Arkansas, one of the states largest commercial HVAC contractors, has announced the promotion of three key leaders who have contributed to the growth of the company in commercial HVAC equipment, air distribution, and controls.

Health Tip: Take Stock of Your Eating Habits

Turn bad habits into good ones

Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy

Oral health expert offers tips on preventing tooth decay

Winter Skin-Care Tips From a Pro

Oil-based creams, ointments deliver more moisture, dermatologist says

Roof Renovation on International School

In taking on the design and administration of a rooftop renovation project for the United Nation's International School in Manhattan, the team at Bone/Levine Architects wanted to honor the school's tradition as a premiere learning institution.

GridPoint Wins 2016 BIG Innovation Award for Energy Management Solution

GridPoint, a provider of data-driven energy management systems (EMS), announced it has been named a winner in the 2016 BIG Innovation Awards presented by the Business Intelligence Group.

Health Tip: Moms, Don't Neglect Your Health

Exercise, eat well and manage stress

Feb 2016 International Updates

International UpdatesIICRC Asia PacificThe IICRC Asia Pac office is looking forward to an exciting year ahead. Some events we look forward to include the CleanNZ Expo held 19-20 May in Auckland the

Indiana Bryant Dealer Donates Ductless Unit to Training Academy

An Indiana Bryant dealer's equipment donation to a local training institute will help ensure that the next generation of HVAC technicians is familiar with the latest energy-efficient technology. Chapman Heating and Air Conditioning donated a Bryant multi-head ductless split to the Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) in Brownsburg, Indiana.

Thermal and Dew Point Transfer from the Inside Out

Roof systems have an impact on energy efficiency through thermal capacity, reflectivity and emissivity.

Feb 2016 MoU Spotlight

IICRC MoU SpotlightWhat is an MoU? An MoU is a Memorandum of Understanding. The IICRC forms strategic partnerships through the use of MoUs with organizations that lead to the Instituteandrsquos standards and certifications use in other industries. MoUs also expand the global reach and value of the Institute b

U.S. Travelers Seek More Zika Details

Most intend to stick with their plans -- while packing bug repellent, survey finds

Powerhouse Acquires North Carolina Boiler Company, Corn Service

Powerhouse Equipment and Engineering Co. Inc. announced it has acquired boiler service company, Corn Service Inc. (CSI), of Gastonia, North Carolina. Powerhouse said this acquisition will allow it to better service its rental boiler customers in the Mid-South, Southeast, and Gulf Coast regions of the United States.

Firestone Celebrates 35th Anniversary of Roofing System

Firestone Building Products Company is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its trademark ethylene propylene diene monomer.

Many Suicidal People Make Long-Term Recovery, Study Shows

A supportive confidant improves odds of sustained well-being

WVU Industrial Assessment Center Receives Governor's Award of Excellence

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin presented the West Virginia University (WVU) Industrial Assessment Center with the Governor's Award of Excellence for Enabling Industrial Energy Efficiency.

Social Groups May Lengthen Retirees' Lives

Interpersonal activities are similar to exercise in extending life, researchers say

Watsco Achieves Record Sales, EPS, Operating Margins, and Cash Flow

HVACR distributor Watsco Inc. reported record results for the fourth quarter and the year ended Dec. 31, 2015. For the full year, the company achieved 4 percent sales growth to a record $4.11 billion (5 percent on a same-store basis).

Western Specialty Promotes Geilmann to Branch Manager

Western Specialty Contractors has promoted Clay Geilmann to Branch Manager of its Washington, D.C. branch.

Physically Demanding Job, High Blood Pressure a Bad Mix for Women

Nurse study suggests it may triple heart disease risk

CDC Reports Link Between Zika Virus and Microcephaly in Brazil

And two U.S. women who contracted the virus while abroad suffered miscarriages, according to reports

New User's Manual for Green Building Standard 189.1 Available

ASHRAE has announced a newly published user's manual that clarifies the intent and implementation of the ASHRAE/USGBC/IES green building standard by explaining its requirements and providing example applications.

Finding The Best Upholstery Cleaner For Your Furniture

Furniture use is inevitable in day-to-day life and only with the knowhow of the best upholstery cleaner can people rest assured that their favorite plush loveseat or their heirloom armchair will stay in pristine condition.The demand for experienced technicians in this field is higher now than ever before. Most people do not

AIA Elevates Nine Boston Members to College of Fellows

The 2016 Jury of Fellows from the American Institute of Architects elevated nine Boston Society of Architects/AIA members to its prestigious College of Fellows.

Obsessed Athletes More Likely to Approve of Performance-Enhancing Drugs: Study

Not being able to disconnect from the sport they play a sign of trouble, researchers warn

DOE Investment Brings Clean Energy to Federal Facilities

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $2.85 million in funding for four projects that will advance the development of renewable energy technologies at facilities across the federal government.

Ice Energy Introduces Ice Bear 20 for Residential Cooling

Ice Energy has introduced the Ice Bear 20, a smaller-capacity version of its flagship Ice Bear system for residential cooling. The new system combines Ice Energy's patented thermal storage and smart grid technology with integrated cooling, enabling utilities to control residential cooling load and reduce peak demand.

A Valentine's Kiss Is Just a Kiss -- Or Is It?

Study finds people's heads turn in different directions, depending on who's receiving the sign of affection

New ASHRAE Application Automates Compliance Calculations for Standard 90.1-2010

ASHRAE has announced a new web application that automates the calculations needed to show a building project's compliance with Standard 90.1-2010. The 90.1 ECB web application is a tool for modeling compliance using the Energy Cost Budget (ECB) method in the standard.

Health Tip: When Is the Right Time for a Nap?

The optimal time for your baby

Panasonic Canada Launches Home + Building Solutions Division

Panasonic Canada Inc. announced the launch of its Home + Building Solutions division, which will offer a wide range of products designed to meet the needs of the Canadian home building and renovation industry.

Spray Foam's Efficiency Solution

With new home code requirements becoming more increasingly difficult to meet,
spray foam offers a cost and energy efficient solution.

Healthier Diets May Be Cutting Heart, Diabetes Risks in U.S. Teens

But obesity still rose and physical activity remained the same, study showed

White House Seeks $1.8 Billion to Fight Zika Virus

Emergency funds from Congress would combat the global health threat, officials say

Taco Group Completes Acquisition of Askoll Sei

The Taco Group announced it has completed its acquisition of Askoll(R) SEI SrL of Sandrigo, Italy. Askoll SEI, a manufacturer of advanced technology pumps for use in indoor heating, was formerly a subsidiary of Askoll Holding SrL.

Home Carpet Cleaning Should Always Involve Professionals

Frequent home carpet cleaning is the only sure way to keep carpeting in good shape but too many people still neglect to perform it often enough. Carpeting sustains a lot of wear and tear picking up pet dander soils food particles water chemical residues and a number of other contaminants. If these contaminants are allo

Vacation Weight Gain Can Lead to 'Creeping Obesity,' Study Finds

Watch alcohol intake and weigh yourself before and after vacation, researcher suggests

LEED Platinum Restoration Project

Innovative techniques were used to restore the facade and parking garage of a structure into the state-of-the-art, LEED Platinum Certified Clayton Police Headquarters.

Super Bowl Safety: Protect Kids From Toppling TVs

Poorly positioned televisions injure thousands of children a year, experts say

BACnet International Welcomes New Board of Directors

BACnet International announced the results of its board of directors elections. The new board is comprised of eight industry executives who will continue to focus on expanding the successful use of the BACnet building automation protocol.

Many Donor Livers for Sickest Patients Rejected, Study Finds

Just over one-third of the organs are accepted for those most in need

Meditation May Ease Pain, Anxiety From Breast Cancer Biopsy: Study

Researchers also found music helps during the procedure

CertainTeed Announces EPDs for Ceilings Products

CertainTeed's ceilings business announced third party verified EPDs for its Ecophon products.

iSqFt and Assemble Systems Partner to Accelerate Use of BIM in Preconstruction

iSqFt and Assemble Systems announced that they have agreed to a strategic partnership that will integrate their respective commercial construction solutions to allow for the sharing of building information models (BIM).

When Seniors Stop Driving, Poorer Health May Be a Passenger

Depression and mental, physical declines stood out in research review

Guidance on New Compliance Path for Standard 90.1 Now Available

A newly published document from ASHRAE and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) gives users of their energy efficiency standard access to an optional third path for compliance, providing more flexibility for the industry.

Study Casts Doubt on Effectiveness of COPD Drug

Research finds acetazolamide may not help patients breathe on their own, but one expert disagrees

Global Awards Program to Recognize Leadership in Energy Management

The Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) has announced the launch of a global awards program to recognize organizations using an ISO 50001-certified energy management system to save energy and reduce costs.

GMS Acquires Drywall Specialty Supplier

GMS announced the acquisition of Robert N. Karpp Company Inc. based in Boston, Mass. marking GMS' entry into the attractive New England market.

The Damage Water Causes Can Be Permanent If Not Treated Properly

The kind of damage water can create in the home is staggering and if not dealt with promptly it may result in permanent issues for the homeowner. Excess moisture is a constant enemy in buildings seeping in around windows through the HVAC system from the plumbing and even through the air every time a door is opened. As l

Health Tip: Keep Kids Safe in the Bathroom

Suggestions to avoid injury