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Before deep diving into an HVAC
contractor and the services they
provide, such as new HVAC
installation or repair, you might be
wondering what is HVAC and what HVAC
means.
Well, HVAC is an acronym for “heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning.” It is a
system used to regulate the temperature,
humidity, and quality of the air in a space.
What is heating in HVAC? Heating is a
system in HVAC that is used to warm up
the air in a space. Heating can be done
using steam, hot water, or gas.
What is ventilation in HVAC? Ventilation is
a system in HVAC that is used to take the
air out of the space.
What is air conditioning in HVAC? Air
conditioning is a system that cools
the air in a room down to make it more
comfortable. It also removes humidity
from the air to stay cool and dry.
The estimated cost of a new HVAC
system, according to an HVAC contractor
When it comes to the cost of a new HVAC
system, there are a few things to keep in
mind.
• The first is that the size of your home will
play a role in the price.
• The second is that the type of system
you choose will also affect the cost.
• And finally, the contractor you hire to
install the system will also add to the
overall price.
With that said, let’s take a look at some
rough estimates for the cost of a new
HVAC system.
• For a small home, you can expect to
pay around $3,000 for a basic system.
• For a medium-sized home, the price
goes up to around $5,000.
• And for a large home, you’re looking at
a cost of around $10,000 or more.
HVAC Contractor: Repairs
and Installation Costs
Replace HVAC
system cost
according to an
HVAC contractor
If your HVAC system is
more than 10 years old,
it may be time for an
upgrade. A new HVAC
system can cost anywhere
from $2,000 to $10,000,
depending on the size of
your home and the type
of system you choose.
However, there are ways
to reduce the cost of a
new HVAC system.
One way to reduce the
cost of a new HVAC
system is to choose a
less expensive model.
There are many different
types of HVAC systems
on the market, and some
are more expensive than
others.
You can talk to your HVAC
contractor about which
type of system would be
best for your home and
your budget.
Another way to reduce
the cost of a new HVAC
system is to install it
yourself.
The cost of HVAC
installation, according to
an HVAC engineer
Hiring an HVAC
contracting company
to install a new system
in your home can be
costly. The average price
for installation ranges
from $2,000 to $4,000,
with most homeowners
spending around $3,500.
The cost of installation
will vary depending on
the size of your home and
the type of system you
choose.
An HVAC contracting
company will also charge
for labor and materials.
When considering the
cost of installation, be
sure to get at least three
estimates from different
contractors.

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This handy vacuum cleaner comes
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Co Ban Kiat Hardware, Inc.
Ground Floor, Cobankiat Building II
231 Juan Luna St. Binondo Manila, Philippines.
Phone +632 8243-1931
Phone +632 8242-6925
Phone +632 8894-6561 & +638-272-931-981
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About CBK Hardware
For over one hundred years, a family’s surname has become synonymous with the country’s
biggest hardware supply company. Co Ban Kiat Hardware Incorporated of the Cobankiat family
has a regular client network of more than 1,500 industrial organizations, 1,600 traditional
community hardware stores, and 584 home building specialty chains of stores across Luzon
Visayas and Mindanao. This ever-growing conglomerate traces its humble roots to Manila
Chinatown, as a pioneer enterprise started by the family’s patriarch, Mr. Cobankiat, in 1920.
Despite the ruins of World War II, the business got back to its feet in 1948, rebuilding a storefront
from the very same spot where it was known for three decades.
While the Filipinos continued to rebuild their lives post-war, CBK Hardware saw the opportunity
to introduce the retail concept once unheard of in the hardware industry. Cobankiat Hardware
brought the first DIY business in Asia. The Hardware Workshop Store is the fruit of this endeavor.
CBK Hardware further cemented its legendary distribution channel with the creation of Coby’
Design Center in Edsa Shangri La in 1996, a specialty store that caters to the discriminating taste
of modern Filipinos.
In 1997, Mr. Johnny Cobankiat, the 4th generation Cobankiat leader, set another milestone for
the company when he brought the franchise of Ace Hardware USA to the Philippines and signed
up CBK Hardware as one of its major suppliers. This further expanded into delivering quality
world-class products nearer to families of Filipino overseas workers in the countryside.
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The LG HVAC Virtual Experience Provides Visitors with the Opportunity to Explore a Wide Range of
Residential and Commercial Solutions
As consumers and business have looked to online recourses to help influencer their purchase
decision, virtual experiences have become a key trend. In light of this, LG Electronics
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Upon entering LG HVAC Virtual Experience, visitors can choose from a range of busi-ness and living
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studies. Simple to use and navigate, LG’s new virtual platform is a great tool for consumers, industry
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Before deep diving into an HVAC contractor and the
services they provide, such as new HVAC installation
or repair, you might be wondering what is HVAC and
what HVAC means.
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Well, HVAC is an acronym for “heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning.” It is a system
used to regulate the temperature, humidity, and
quality of the air in a space.
What is heating in HVAC? Heating is a system in
HVAC that is used to warm up the air in a space.
Heating can be done using steam, hot water, or
gas.
What is ventilation in HVAC? Ventilation is a
system in HVAC that is used to take the air out
of the space.
What is air conditioning in HVAC? Air conditioning
is a system that cools the air in a room down
to make it more comfortable. It also removes
humidity from the air to stay cool and dry.
What are the HVAC components?
The three main components of an HVAC system
are a furnace, an air conditioner, and a ductwork
system.
An HVAC contractor uses a furnace in the colder
months as the main source of heat. A furnace
heats air and then sends it through ducts to the
rooms that need it. An air conditioner is used in
warmer months to cool the air down. A ductwork
system is used to channel the air throughout
your home. A ductwork system is a network of
thin pipes that send air from the furnace or air
conditioner to the rooms that need it.
How does HVAC work?
HVAC, or heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning, is a crucial part of any home
or office. Without it, we would be stuck in an
uncomfortable environment. So how does HVAC
work?
The first part of the system is the furnace. An
HVAC contractor uses a furnace to heat air and
then sends it through a series of ducts to different
parts of the building. The ducts are insulated to
keep the heat from escaping.
The second part of the system is the air
conditioner. An HVAC contractor uses an air
conditioner to cool down the air and then sends
it through the same series of ducts. The air
conditioner also removes humidity from the air.
The third part of the system is the ventilation
system. An HVAC contractor uses a ventilation
system to bring fresh air into the building and
helps remove stale air from the building.
The benefits of HVAC
As the weather starts to warm up, now is the time
to consider having your HVAC system serviced
by a contractor. Regular maintenance on your
HVAC system will improve its efficiency and
prevent it from breaking down when you need
it the most. Here are a few benefits of using an
HVAC contractor:
An HVAC contractor will provide you with
peace of mind, knowing that your system is in
good hands. They will inspect your system and
perform any necessary repairs or replacements
to keep it running smoothly. In addition, they can
offer advice on how to maintain your system and
troubleshoot any problems you may have in the
future.
An HVAC contractor can also help you save
money on energy costs. A well-maintained
HVAC system will run more efficiently, lowering
your energy bills.
The different types of HVAC systems
There are many different types of HVAC systems
used by contractors. The most common type of
HVAC system used by an HVAC contractor is the
split system, which consists of an outdoor unit
and an indoor unit. The outdoor unit contains
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the compressor, condenser, and evaporator.
The indoor unit contains the air handler and the
furnace.
Another type of system is the packaged
system, which is a self-contained unit that is
usually installed on the roof of a building.
The third type of system is the geothermal
system, which uses underground pipes to
exchange heat between the ground and the
home or office.
Furthermore, another popular type of system
used by an HVAC contractor is the forced-air
system, which uses a furnace to heat air and
then distributes the air through ducts.
Another popular type of HVAC system i
s the radiant floor heating system, which heats
floors from below using hot water or electricity.
Finally, there are also ductless mini-split
systems used by HVAC contractors in New
Jersey, Austin, Chicago, and Colorado Springs.
Mini-split systems do not require ductwork and
can be used to heat and cool individual rooms.
There are many types of HVAC systems to
choose from when selecting a system for your
home or office. If you are from Chicago, Texas,
Phoenix, or New York, you can simply search
on Google for “HVAC contractor near me,” and
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you can find the best HVAC contractors to install
heaters, ventilation units, and air conditioning.
How to choose the right HVAC
residential system
There are a lot of things to consider when you’re
trying to choose the right HVAC residential
system for your home. Here are a few tips to
help you make the right decision:
1. First, you need to figure out what size system
you need. This will depend on the square
footage of your home and the climate you live
in.
2. Next, you need to decide what type of system
you want. There are two main types: central air
and ductless mini-splits. Central air is more
common, but ductless mini-splits can be more
energy efficient.
3. Finally, you need to find a reputable HVAC
contractor who can install your new system
properly. Make sure to get several estimates
and check references before making your final
decision.
How to choose the right HVAC system
for your office
If you are planning to have an HVAC system
installed in your office, there are a few things
you need to consider to ensure you choose the
right one.
The first step is to find a reputable HVAC
contractor who can assess your needs and
recommend the best system for your space.
Once you have a contractor lined up, they
will help you choose the right system based
on several factors, including the size of your
office, the climate you live in, and your budget.
Here are a few tips to help you choose
the right HVAC system for your office:
Size
The size of your office space will determine
the size and capacity of the HVAC system you
need. A smaller space will not require as much
cooling or heating power as a larger one.
Climate
The climate where you live will also affect your
HVAC system’s size and capacity. For example,
if you live in a hot climate year-round, you will
need a larger HVAC system than someone who
lives in a cool climate that only heats up during
the winter months.
Budget
You should always consider your budget when
you purchase any type of HVAC system and
hire an HVAC contractor near your area. If you
don’t have the money for a large, expensive
HVAC system, then it isn’t worth spending the
money on one.
The heating process, according to an
HVAC contractor
After the air is pulled into the return duct, it
enters the furnace, where it is then heated by
either gas or oil.
The heat exchanger is what actually heats
the air. The blower motor then pushes the air
through the supply duct and out into the rooms
of your home. The heating process in your
HVAC system starts with the return air being
drawn into the system through the return duct.
The air then enters the furnace, where it is
heated by either gas or oil.
The heat exchanger is what actually heats the
air. Once the air has been heated, the blower
motor pushes it through the supply duct and
out into the rooms of your home. If you have
any questions about your HVAC system or its
heating process, be sure to contact a qualified
HVAC contractor.
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The cooling process, according to an
HVAC contractor
The cooling process in HVAC is a bit
more complicated than the heating
process.
To cool your home, your HVAC contractor
will first need to assess the size of your
home and the type of cooling system
that will best suit your needs. They will
then install the necessary equipment
and ductwork to deliver the cool air into
your home.
Once the installation is complete, your
contractor will test the system to ensure that it
is delivering the correct amount of cool air into
your home. They will also make sure that the
system is properly balanced so that all rooms
in your home are being cooled evenly.
How HVAC affects your energy bill
As a homeowner, you’re always looking for
ways to save on your energy bill.
You may not realize it, but your HVAC system
greatly impacts how much you pay each month.
Here’s how: Your HVAC system is responsible
for heating and cooling your home. This means
that it has to work harder in the summer to
keep your home cool and in the winter to keep
it warm. The harder your HVAC system works,
the more energy it uses – and the higher your
energy bill will be. You can save money on your
energy bill by making sure your HVAC system
is running efficiently.
One way to do this is to have a professional
HVAC contractor come out and tune up your
system annually. They can clean and inspect
your system to make sure it’s running properly.
What is an HVAC contractor?
An HVAC contractor is a professional who
installs and repairs heating, ventilation, and
air conditioning systems. HVAC contractors
are trained in various disciplines, including
ductwork, refrigeration, and electrical wiring.
They also have a working knowledge of building
code requirements and safety procedures.
HVAC contractors must be licensed in most
states. To become licensed, they must pass an
exam that tests their knowledge of the trade.
Once they are licensed, they can work as an
independent contractor or as part of a larger
company.
Most HVAC contractors offer a warranty on their
workmanship. This means that if something
goes wrong with the installation or repair, the
contractor will come back and fix it at no cost
to the customer.
What do HVAC contractors do?
An HVAC contractor is a professional who
installs and repairs heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning systems. HVAC contractors are
trained to work with various types of equipment
and have the knowledge to troubleshoot
problems with your system.
When you contact an HVAC contractor for
service, they will first assess the problem and
then give you a quote for the repairs. Once you
have approved the repair, the contractor will
schedule a time to come out and perform the
work.
HVAC contractors use a variety of tools to
repair your heating system. One of the most
common tools they use is a multimeter. This
device helps them test for electrical continuity,
resistance, and voltage to diagnose problems
with your system. Another tool they may use is
an infrared camera.

How to choose an HVAC contractor
When it comes to choosing an HVAC contractor,
there are a few things you should keep in mind.
First, you want to make sure that the contractor
is licensed and insured. This will protect you
in case something goes wrong during the
installation or repair process.
Second, you want to ask for referrals from
friends or family members who have used
an HVAC contractor in the past. This will give
you a good idea of what to expect in terms of
quality and service.
Finally, you want to get a written estimate from
the contractor before work begins. This will
help you compare prices and ensure that you
are getting the best value for your money.
The benefits of working with an HVAC contractor
There are many benefits to working with an
HVAC contractor.
One of the most important benefits is their
experience and knowledge to install and
maintain your HVAC system properly. This can
save you time and money in the long run by
ensuring that your system is running properly
and efficiently.
Another benefit of working with an HVAC
contractor is that they can help you select the
right system for your home or business. They
will take into account factors such as the size
of your space, your budget, and your specific
heating and cooling needs.
This ensures that you get a system that will work
well for you and that you can afford. Finally,
working with an HVAC contractor can give you
peace of mind. They will be there to answer
any questions you have about your system
and to help you troubleshoot any problems
that may arise.
The drawbacks of working with an
HVAC contractor
There are a few drawbacks to
working with an HVAC contractor.
• The first is that they can be expensive.
• The second is that they may not be able
to do the job as quickly as you need it done.
• And the third is that they may not have
the same level of expertise as you do.
But, overall, hiring HVAC technicians and
engineers can save you time and money in
the long run. They can help you avoid costly
mistakes and get the job done right the first
time.
So, if you’re considering working with an HVAC
technician, weigh the pros and cons carefully
before making your decision.
How to find the right HVAC contractor
for you
As a homeowner, you know that your HVAC
system is one of the most important parts
of your house. When it comes time to find a
contractor to repair or replace your system,
you want to make sure you find the right one.
Here are a few tips on how to find the right
HVAC contractor for you:
1. Get referrals from friends and family.
If someone you know has had a good
experience with an HVAC contractor, they’re
likely to recommend them to you.
2. Check online reviews.
Take some time to read online reviews of
potential contractors before making your final
decision.

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3. Make sure they’re licensed and
insured.
This is important for both your protection and
theirs. Ask to see proof of insurance and make
sure they have the proper licenses for your
state.
4. Get a detailed quote.
When you’re ready to hire a contractor, make
sure they give you an itemized quote that
spells out exactly what they’ll be doing, how
long it will take, and how much it will cost.
5. Use Google to search for an HVAC
contractor.
You can simply type “HVAC contractor near
me,” and the list of HVAC contractors will
appear on the browser. This is how you should
search for an HVAC contractor to specifically
get the right HVAC contractor within your area.
Example: HVAC contractor near me
• HVAC contractor in Chicago, Illinois - If you
are from Chicago.
• HVAC contractor in Phoenix, Arizona - if you
are from Phoenix.
• HVAC contractor in Austin, Texas - If you are
from Austin.
Alternatively, you can search HVAC
company, instead of using the word
contractor.
Example: HVAC company near me
• HVAC company in Colorado Springs - If you
are from Colorado.

• HVAC company in Las Vegas, Nevada - if
you are from Las Vegas.
• HVAC company in Ottawa, Ontario - If you
are from Canada.
Another way of searching for an HVAC
supply is to use the retailer’s name.
Example: HVAC supply retail store
• HVAC at Costco - If Costco is near your place.
• HVAC at Lowes - If Lowes is near your place.
• HVAC at Home Depot - If Home Depot is near
your place.
The estimated cost of a new HVAC
system, according to an HVAC
contractor
When it comes to the cost of a new
HVAC system, there are a few things
to keep in mind.
• The first is that the size of your home will play
a role in the price.
• The second is that the type of system you
choose will also affect the cost.
• And finally, the contractor you hire to install
the system will also add to the overall price.
With that said, let’s take a look at some rough
estimates for the cost of a new HVAC system.
• For a small home, you can expect to pay
around $3,000 for a basic system.
• For a medium-sized home, the price goes up
to around $5,000.
• And for a large home, you’re looking at a cost
of around $10,000 or more.
Replace HVAC system cost according
to an HVAC contractor
If your HVAC system is more than 10 years old,
it may be time for an upgrade. A new HVAC
system can cost anywhere from $2,000 to
$10,000, depending on the size of your home
and the type of system you choose. However,
there are ways to reduce the cost of a new
HVAC system.
One way to reduce the cost of a new HVAC
system is to choose a less expensive model.
There are many different types of HVAC
systems on the market, and some are more
expensive than others.
You can talk to your HVAC contractor about
which type of system would be best for your
home and your budget.
Another way to reduce the cost of a new HVAC
system is to install it yourself.
The cost of HVAC installation,
according to an HVAC engineer
Hiring an HVAC contracting company to install
a new system in your home can be costly. The
average price for installation ranges from $2,000
to $4,000, with most homeowners spending
around $3,500. The cost of installation will vary
depending on the size of your home and the
type of system you choose.
An HVAC contracting company will also charge
for labor and materials. When considering the
cost of installation, be sure to get at least three
estimates from different contractors.
Conclusion: HVAC Contractor Repairs
and Installation Costs
In conclusion, when hiring an HVAC contractor,
it is important to get multiple quotes and
compare not only the price but also the services
offered and the reputation of the contractor. It is
also important to make sure that the contractor
is licensed and insured. Although it may cost
more to hire a reputable contractor, it is worth it
to avoid problems down the road.
You can search on Google “HVAC contractor
near me.” and select the best HVAC company
for your home or office.

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How Work Site Risks and
Accidents are Causing Machinery
Insurance Prices to Rise
There have been many reports of
machine insurance costs rising in
recent months, but why should this
be? What are the factors that influence
the cost of heavy machinery insurance, and
what can you do to keep your costs down?
These are questions that we will be looking
at in the article that follows, so let’s begin
by talking about the various factors that can
have an impact on your machinery insurance
costs.
Influences on Machinery
Insurance Costs
For a detailed look at machine
insurance, we recommend you check out
fastmachineryinsurance.com.au as they
are experts in the field and there’s plenty
of informative content to look at there.
Meanwhile, let’s look at the main factors that
influence insurance costs in the industry.
The Risk Factor
Insurance is always governed by the risk
factor. This is why heavy plant will cost more to
insure than, for example, a small commercial
vehicle. Heavy machinery is a term that covers
many different types of equipment, and the
risk involved with each will be different. An
insurance assessor will consider the evident
risk with a certain machine, and that will be
built in to the calculations that determine the
cost.
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Higher risk of damage or accidents – and
especially of injury – mean higher insurance
costs, so it is certainly worth assessing your
own machinery for risk and doing all you can
to reduce that. Send your operator on a health
and safety course or an advanced training
course in the use of the machine and agree
with your insurer that only select persons will
operate each machine, and you may see a
reduction in your policy cost.
Fraud and Theft
In all industrial buildings and on sites
insurance is essential especially as protection
against theft and fraud. Fraud is not a common
problem with industrial machinery, but theft
certainly is. A recent report showed that, for
example, theft of GPS enabled agricultural
machinery is becoming more commonplace,
and when reports of this sort are published
the rates rise.
Theft from construction sites is surprisingly
common, especially where heavy plant has to
be left on site overnight. No security measure
is 100% secure, but you need to show your
insurer that you have carried out every
available security measure to protect your
plant from theft and vandalism. Once they are
satisfied that you have done so your premium
will reduce.
The Place of Work
Another influence on the cost of an industrial
insurance premium is that of your place of
work. By this we mean two things: the actual
building or site, and the location. Just as with
some domestic locations certain areas have
a higher risk of theft, and this will apply to
commercial and industrial addresses also. If
incidences of crime are high in the area where
you are constructing, then the insurance on
your machinery will be higher than in a lowrisk
area.
that can be done other than to ensure you
have put in place procedures for reducing the
effect of any hazards and demonstrating this
to the insurance company.
Security System
As with a home or car, a good security system
will help keep your machinery insurance costs
as low as possible. This applies to systems
attached to vehicles and equipment as much
as to the site itself. The best security for a
construction site is to have a couple of guards
on site at all times. This may be an expensive
measure, but it is a proven success.
For industrial buildings an alarm and
surveillance system is essential and will deter
those looking to break in, while it can also be
used to view film of accidents that happen
on site and assess how to prevent them from
happening again.
Prior Claims
If you have made prior claims for insurance
pay-outs for accidents, for example, that area
of your insurance will cost more. The way an
insurer looks as it is that if an accident has
occurred, it is more likely that others will
happen. It may seem that this is the wrong
way around, but in fact it is a statistical fact
and statistics are used to assess risk. Your
insurance policy cost will always rise when
you make a claim, so we recommend you talk
to your insurer about how best to minimise
this risk.
Insurance is about assessing various risks
and coming to an agreement, so make
sure you have everything in your policy that
applies, and also that you are not paying for
clauses that do not cover your business type
as this is a common mistake with insurance
policies.
If the site is complete with numerous hazards,
then additional weight will be put on the risk
of accidents, and this will add to the cost. The
same applies if you are working in a hazardous
or poorly maintained building. There is little
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Welded Plate and Block Heat
Exchanger Market Worth $1.2
Billion by 2025
The global welded plate and block heat exchanger market size is anticipated
to reach USD 1.2 billion by 2025, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.9% over the forecast
period.
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The market is anticipated to be driven by the growing demand for the product in HVAC
& refrigeration, power generation, and petrochemical industries, especially in emerging
economies in Asia Pacific and CSA regions.
Welded plate & block heat exchangers play a significant role in enhancing heat transfer
efficiency of industrial machinery. Growing demand for efficient thermal management systems
with low space requirements is expected to drive the demand for plate & block heat exchangers
over the forecast period.
Growth of industrial sectors including food & beverages, chemicals, pulp & paper, power
generation, metal & mining, textiles, and oil & gas is leading to an increase in the requirement
for highly-efficient and compact heat exchangers, which, in turn, is expected to drive the growth
of the market over the forecast period.
Based on end use, HVAC & refrigeration segment is expected to be the largest segment in the
global market and the trend is expected to continue over the forecast period. The segment is

expected to reach USD 276.1 million by 2025. HVAC & refrigeration end-use segment dominated
the market in 2018 owing to increasing consumer spending coupled with the growing demand
for thermal management in residential and commercial establishments.
Increasing requirement for heat recovery applications in chemical, HVAC, and food & beverage
sectors is expected to drive the demand for welded plate & block heat exchangers over the
forecast period. Food & beverages segment was the second-largest segment in the market
in 2018 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2019 to 2025. Growing concerns
regarding the shelf life of processed food and alcoholic beverages are expected to drive the
product demand over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific was the largest market in 2018. The region is expected to be valued at USD
541.6 million by 2025, growing at an estimated CAGR of 7.8% over the forecast period.
Rapid urbanization and growing population in various countries including China and India are
expected to drive the industrial growth in the region. In the U.S., growing refinery capacities
and the establishment of new chemical plants are expected to drive the market growth over the
forecast period.
Welded Plate And Block Heat Exchanger End Use Outlook
• Chemical
• Food & Beverages
• HVAC & Refrigeration
• Petrochemicals
• Power Generation
• Pulp & Paper
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Reedy Industries
Acquires Springfield’s
AIRmasters
Growing HVAC and mechanical services company expands mechanical service
offerings in central Illinois with acquisition.
Reedy Industries, a leader in commercial HVAC and mechanical services, has purchased
the assets of AIRmasters Heating, Cooling, Refrigeration & Sheet Metal of Springfield,
IL. With this acquisition, Reedy Industries expands their HVAC service offerings into
central Illinois.
AIRmasters was started by Robert «Robbie» Mathews in 1993. The business has grown a
superb reputation in central Illinois as a trusted and respected mechanical service contractor.
AIRmasters is capable of working on all kinds of cooling, heating, refrigeration, and ventilation
equipment; and they also have a sheet metal fabrication shop to better serve their customers’
needs.
«I didn’t have a succession plan until now,» says Mathews, «so I love what this means for my
business. A lot of families are fed from my company, but what if something happened to me? I
want them to be taken care of.»
«Robbie and his team are a great fit for our company,» says Bill Reedy, Chairman of the Board
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for Reedy Industries. «AIRmasters has built a name for themselves in central Illinois, and we’re
happy to be expanding into that region.»
AIRmasters is the third acquisition for Reedy Industries in 2019. Over the last three years, Reedy
Industries has acquired ten mechanical services companies.
«We’re excited to bring AIRmasters into the Reedy Industries family,» says Jack Deichl, President
of Reedy Industries. «I’m excited that we now have a footprint to build off of in the central Illinois
region. AIRmasters is going to be a great partner.»
With the acquisition complete, Mathews will stay on with AIRmasters. «I just want to stick around
and focus on what I love to do,» says Mathews. «It’s great to know that my business will continue
on beyond me.»
Reedy Industries serves critical environments in the commercial and industrial market spaces
by focusing on HVAC and mechanical services and solutions. Reedy Industries is actively
expanding the services it provides within the building envelope and is doing so through both
organic and acquisition-related means.
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The 4 Areas of Your
Engineering Business You
Should Outsource
This decade is set to be one of
the most interesting years yet
for business, technology, and
engineering. As we all know,
running a business is incredibly difficult
but thanks to advancements in tech and
software it is becoming much easier.
One of the most useful advancements for
business has been the improved ability
to outsource many tasks, thanks to better
forms of communication and the ability
to send money around the world quickly
and safely.
This has allowed many businesses to
go online and find the best freelancer
or organization for individual projects
or ongoing tasks that they do not want
to complete in-house. This frees up a
company’s employees and allows them
to work on more important aspects of
their role. It also saves a business a lot of
money in the long run.
Here are the 4 areas of your
Engineering business you
should outsource.
1. Content Marketing
Marketing was one of the first areas of
a business to be outsourced with many
freelance designers or small creative
agencies working solely online. Now, all

aspects of marketing can be outsourced
with ease. This can include anything
from design, copywriting, strategy, SEO,
advertising, and content creation.
Marketing is absolutely essential to
any business that wants to succeed in
2020. It is imperative that businesses
develop their brand, build a rapport
with their customers, and market their
latest products/services in the best way
possible. Without a solid marketing plan,
over 35% of businesses fail.
A modern business can not deny the
importance of marketing. However, the
internet is now making it easier than ever
to go online and find the perfect marketing
freelancers and agencies with the click of
a button. If you need a specific project
completing like web design you can find a
professional freelancer with tons of proven
experience on Fiverr at a decent rate.
Those in need of a full marketing solution
can find a digital marketing agency who
can manage everything you need from
brand awareness to email campaigns all
via Skype and email.
This flexibility allows a business to save
serious amounts of money from their
marketing budget without sacrificing any
quality in your marketing performance.
2. IT Services
The days of implementing large and
expensive in-house IT departments are
over. Now, with the help of the improved
connectivity of people via the internet, all
your IT support needs can be handled by
an external IT solutions company.
This has a many benefits for a business.
First, it saves the business a small fortune
that would usually be spent on paying
a large number of IT staff in-house.
Second, your IT team can now spend
their precious time on helping to build
your business through innovative new
hardware and software solutions. Finally,
your business saves tons of time which
would otherwise be spent dealing with
IT issues in-house freeing up everyone
to concentrate on their own work and
avoiding any implications between inhouse
staff.
Now, full IT support can be had at the
click of a button or a simple phone call.
IT support companies usually offer 24/7
support for your staff using the best
trained IT personnel available who all
boast the latest in IT certifications and
training. No more hefty expenses or time
lost when you need to re-train your inhouse
IT support.

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3. Accounts
Not all business need a full accounting department, especially small businesses. Outsourcing
your accounting needs has a myriad of benefits for business owners and their team. Let’s
face it, most of us don’t enjoy the task of accounting as it takes up so much of our times and
induces so much stress among team members.
So, why not outsource your accounting needs to a freelancer or accounting firm? Let them
handle all the stress and pain in balancing the books or tracking expenses so that you and
your team can focus on your own roles. Outsourcing your accounts saves you money also
eliminating the need to hire full-time accountants that are not needed on a 9-5 basis. You can
use your outsourced accounts team only as and when you need them and only pay them for
that time.
You can also help to reduce fraud by hiring a CFO who is trained to investigate any unusual
activity. As a small business, you usually wouldn’t be able to hire a full-time CFO, but when
you outsource you can hire a CFO part-time to watch out for unusual activity.
Finally, when you hire a specialised accounting firm you are hiring a team of experts in their
field. You aren’t required to train them or pay for the latest certifications. This is all handled by
the third-party accounting firm This saves you money, time, and ensure you are always getting
the best accounting service possible.

4. Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant is relatively new concept that has been taking off around the world. Rather
than hiring a full-time in-house assistant, you can now hire an expert virtual assistant who
works remotely and only works the hours required to complete your tasks. Almost like a payas-you-go
assistant. This saves money, time and ensures you are getting a great assistant.
With modern technology, it’s simple for a virtual assistant to stay on top of your every need.
They can communicate through messenger services, emails, Skype, Slack, Teamwork or
whatever system you prefer. Scheduling, bookings, meetings, data input and more can all be
completed from a remote desk by your virtual assistant.
Having a virtual assistant or more in different time zones can also help you to offer your clients
a 24/7 service making your business always open and ready to take new orders, information,
meetings, and invitations. You can also scale your assistant needs up and down as necessary
with no contracts or commitments in place.
The biggest benefit to having virtual assistants is to allow you to create a better work-life
balance for yourself. You no longer need to always be available when your armed with a
number of competent virtual assistants that can handle everything for you while you spend
time with your family or enjoy a round of golf.

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Four Common Payroll
Pitfalls in Engineering
Business
Payroll management in the engineering
business world sounds simple in
theory. However, it’s surprisingly
easy for a growing engineering
business to make payroll-related mistakes,
especially if it doesn’t have robust processes
and systems in place. In some cases, an
error can have serious consequences for a
business, ranging from damaging employee
morale to losses from fraud.
Here are a few of the most common errors
industrial, tech, construction, energy, and
engineering businesses make in managing
their payrolls:
1. Failing to automate your
engineering business
Putting this one right on top of the list makes
sense because poor systems and controls
are the root cause of most of the other payroll
mistakes listed below. If you don’t have an
automated system in place, you can easily
make errors in calculating employee salaries
and deductions, and in recording employee
information and transactional data.
Failing to automate also means the payroll
team spends most of its time on compliance
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and admin issues, when it should ideally
be focusing on helping the engineering
business understand payroll costs, identify
trends, enable better employee experiences,
and provide strategic advice to finance and
management teams.
2. Not putting checks and
balances in place to your
engineering business
Payroll fraud is a major risk for engineering
businesses today and is often discovered
by accident, only after the company has lost
a vast amount of money. Many small and
medium-sized businesses are vulnerable
to payroll fraud because they don’t put
appropriate checks in place. For example,
they often give one accountant or payroll
manager complete access to the payroll
system and company bank account. The
simplest way to prevent most incidents of
payroll fraud is to enforce segregation of
duties in the payroll department. Employees
calculating pay rates and accumulated
hours for payroll should ideally not be the
same people who process the payments.
Different people should have responsibility
for capturing payroll data and for managing
access to the system as well as adding
and removing employees from the payroll.
Yet another person could be tasked with
checking whether the numbers add up.
3. Poor control over leave days
It can be all too easy to lose track of leave
days if an employee takes leave without
proper authorisation. The likely outcomes of
such irregularities can be that an employee
benefits from extra paid leave or loses
leave days due to errors in data capture,
or that their available leave payment may
be inaccurately calculated when they
resign from the company. Other issues may
include two critical team members applying
for and having their leave approved at the
same time, when at least one should be in
the office.
An automated payroll system allows you to
easily process leave applications. It enables
you to manage leave administration,
enforce company-specific leave policies
and ensure the records are accurate. You
can also introduce the employee selfservice
mechanism to streamline leave
applications and approvals for employees
and managers.
4. Travel allowance pitfalls
Reimbursements and allowances for
employee business travel are a minefield
if you are not prepared. A travel allowance
is a regular monthly amount the employer
pays an employee to compensate them for
travel in either a privately-owned vehicle or
for industrial, construction, technology and
energy engineering business related air
travel.
It is better to persuade team members to
opt for reimbursements rather than travel
allowances simply because they are easier
to understand. Once again, an automated
payroll solution will do the calculations for
you and help capture the right data using
the correct categorisation.
Final Words from an Engineer
There is no reason today for payroll to be
a headache or a distraction. Suitable tools
can help you take care of most of the red
tape so you can focus on vital areas of the
engineering business, such as growth,
strategy and talent development.
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What to Expect from an
Engineering Consulting
Firm
There almost always comes a time
when utilizing a consulting firm will be
a necessity for a business, whether
it’s for marketing information, strategy
advice, or certain skills that don’t exist in the
organization. Consultants can provide solutions
for a wide range of issues businesses face,
which is why the U.S. consulting market has
continued to grow - in 2018 it was estimated to
be a $68.5 billion industry.
There are different types of consulting firms,
such as an economic consulting firm, a
general business consulting firm, a technical
engineering consulting firm, and a legal
consulting firm, with expert consultants
bringing different ideas to the table. They
often work with clients on planning, strategy,
and problem solving, perhaps helping a
business owner develop a particular skill and
knowledge. They may assist in the creation of
marketing plans, determine which marketing
techniques will work best and how to use them,
or help to design a business model.
What can you expect when you
hire an engineering consulting
firm?
An Outsider’s Perspective
Getting a different perspective from an
outside eye can make the difference in solving
problems, the same way it can when dealing
with life situations such as whether or not to take
a new job. Oftentimes, a business owner has
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an idea on how to solve a problem, but wants
to make sure that their thinking is correct. Or
they may be too close to the challenge that
they miss the obvious answer. Getting the
opinion from a consultant who has worked with
many different businesses, possibly having
worked through the same or a similar problem
before, can provide a new perspective based
on that previous experience, bringing new
and innovative ideas to the table.
Industry Experience and
Knowledge
When choosing an engineering consulting
firm, it’s important to choose one with a
consultant that has experience in your
industry, with in-depth knowledge of what
you do and specific challenges you might be
facing. Beyond knowledge of your industry,
the best consultants should take time to know
your business inside and out, often by making
various assessments and through informal
discussions. They’ll also analyze the results of
any assessment in order to provide you with
a list of any areas of weakness to target for
growth, along with strengths.
Bring Out Your Best Leadership
Skills
The engineering consultant you work with
should help you improve your leadership
skills, not by telling you what to do, but by
guiding you to make better decisions by using
their expertise combined with your personal
strengths. A truly good consultant will be able
to sense when it’s the right time to provide
encouragement or help you obtain a better
by asking various questions.
A Strategy
Expect your engineering consulting firm to
provide you with the best possible strategy
to improve your business based on their
observations, assessment, and your input.
That should include measurable goals that
can help monitor improvements.
Achieving Measurable Results
Expect to achieve measurable, positive
results based on your business goals by
hiring a good consulting firm. While success is
highly unlikely to happen overnight, it should
be clear to you that you’re going in the right
direction. If not, you may need to cut ties and
find an engineering firm and consulting more
suited to your needs.
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The Most Important
Features Your
Engineering Website
Needs
Whether you’re launching an engineering business or have decided to go freelance,
you need a website that gives clients a place to learn more about who you are
and what you do. Because engineering covers such a broad spectrum, from
software to mechanics and far beyond, it’s vital to establish what type of engineer
you are as quickly as possible. With a website, you can make this possible, but what else
should you include?
Fast Load Times
No one wants to sit around and wait for a website to load. Studies have shown that the
average person will wait just three seconds before clicking away. Therefore, you must ensure
your website is as quick to load as possible, keeping visitor’s attention.
However, website speeds can be tricky. The more images and information, the slower the
site will be overall. To combat this, you’ll need to look into the best software advancements
that will maintain your website speeds and maintain interest.
A Piece Of Your Mind
It’s not enough to simply list your services and hope that people will get in touch. You need to
show visitors that you know what you’re talking about. As engineering is more of a specialist
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subject compared to other businesses and
industries, proving your authority is a must.
Blog posts and content, such as videos or
infographics, are a superb way to engage
visitors and show them you know what you
are talking about. Besides this, it’s also the
best way to drive traffic and attract new clients
without spending a fortune on marketing.
Because you have all of this knowledge and
insights already, you’re essentially marketing
our business for free.
A Strong Portfolio
You also cannot rely on a shiny, attractive
website to convince visitors to seek your
business. With engineering being such a
competitive industry, you must show evidence
that you have enough experience to be trusted
with potential projects.
This is why a portfolio of your past projects
is so important. A portfolio can act as a
visual resume, backing up any claims you
make about success with previous clients
and giving potential clients an idea of what
to expect from you. You can put as many or
as few examples as you like, but it’s always
advised to select the projects you are most
proud of alongside those that are the most
successful.
Automatically Updated
Information
Creating a website that also acts as a hub for
engineering information could also benefit
you, especially when you’re trying to stand out
from the crowd. There are plenty of options
to consider, but it’s important to choose the
information that visitors would be interested
in.
Depending on the type of engineering you
specialize in, using aggregators to highlight
the latest developments or keeping up to date
with the stock marketing using alternatives to
Yahoo Finance API can add essential value
to your site, giving you the edge that others
neglect.
Engineering the Best Website
A good website is not built overnight. However,
if you have experience in software engineering,
you can design and maintain a dependable
and attractive website all by yourself. If your
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4 Grant Management Benefits
for Engineering & Industrial
Companies
For many non-profits and research organizations, grants are the only way to secure
funding for construction and engineering projects and growth. As a result, securing
these grants becomes extremely important, essentially a required step for the industrial
and technology driven organization to survive and grow. Since grant management is so
important to these organizations, any tools that can aid in the process are extremely valuable.
So what are the best tools to help you with securing and managing your grants? Here are four
beneficial tools to use in your grant management efforts.
Editing Software
An extremely beneficial tool that you can use in your grant management efforts is editing
software. Writing and creating grant proposals and acceptances are absolutely vital in the
grant management process. You need to be able to illustrate why you need the funding from
the grant and persuade others to actually provide you with the grant. In addition, you need
to be able to write compelling acceptance letters that accurately portray your gratitude and
establish relationships that your organization will rely on in the future. In order to do this well,
you need to ensure that your writing is free of spelling and grammar mistakes. While editing
these projects yourself can work, there’s always a chance that something slips through the
cracks, and that’s where editing software can come in. Editing software can ensure that your
proposals are perfect, fixing the mistakes that were made from human error.
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Budgeting Software
Budgeting is an extremely important part of grant management. If you’re going to secure a
grant, then you’ll need to illustrate exactly how you’ll use the finances provided from the grant to
better your organization. In order to do this properly, you’ll have to create a budget that uses all
of the funds allocated from the grant effectively and efficiently. During this process, budgeting
software can be a huge help. Rather than computing the budget by hand, budgeting software
can be a huge help in allocating funds efficiently. As a result, budgeting software can be a
huge help in the grant management process.
Management Software
When undergoing grant management, you’re going to need to keep track of a lot of data.
You need to track exactly how much you’re spending and what you’re spending it on. In
addition, you need to ensure that you’re tracking various metrics on how your organization’s
performance is improved or affected by the implementation of the grant’s funds. Tracking so
much data can be tedious, which is where data management software like Microsoft Excel can
come in. Here you can neatly organize all of the data and metrics that you measure, and can
later easily implement them into the reports that you need.
Reporting Software
Whether you’re focusing on federal grant management or private grant management, you’re
going to have to create lots of reports on your organization’s progress. Many grants require
monthly reports to be due on set dates, as they want to ensure that you’re adequately using
the funds provided. These reports will take the metrics that you previously have installed and
present them in a neat and easy-to-follow manner. Reports are critical to your organization’s
success, and as such any help that you can get in creating them is welcome. There is lots of
software out there that can help with the writing and creation of reports, helping you stay on
track with the grant management process. If you want to stay on top of the grant management
process, then effectively using reporting software is a key tool that you need to master.
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Do You Have What It
Takes To Be A Chemical
Engineer?
This is your quick guide on what it takes to be part of this very competitive field.
Not everyone can become a chemical engineer. Considered as one of the hardest
engineering courses, it’s no surprise that they receive one of the highest annual wages
around the world. Not only do they apply chemistry and engineering concepts in their
profession, they also have to deal with biology, physics, economics and mathematics
to mass produce different products we use everyday.
Chemical engineers are crucial in a lot of manufacturing industries. They are the ones incharge
in designing processes and identifying which equipment and devices should be
used for large-scale manufacturing of products. Some of them are involved in research and
development of products that can be used for more efficient and effective manufacturing.
Aside from tasks dealing with manufacturing processes, they’re also in-charge in making sure
safety and environmental regulations are met and production costs are handled well. That’s a
lot of jobs very crucial to companies.
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But what does it take to be a chemical engineer?
One must obtain a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering – that’s 4 or 5 years of intense
studies of chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering courses. Internships are usually
required from students to finish the program. This will help them get an idea what kind of job
they’ll be experiencing as soon as they enter the industry. Getting a professional license is
necessary for those interested to advance their careers in the field.
Since chemical engineers work with other engineers and production workers, they must
develop their interpersonal and organizational skills. They also need analytical and problemsolving
skills. Creativity is also required from chemical engineers since they have to find
innovative ways to produce goods in the most efficient ways there are. Later on in their
careers, chemical engineers are in-charge in supervising their teams of engineers and
technicians in different companies. These companies come form different industries such
as energy, food and beverage, electronics, clothing, technology and nanomaterials.
Chemical engineers don’t only work in offices and laboratories. They get to travel a lot.
Depending on the company they work with, they spend a lot of time inside industrial plants
or refineries to help oversee production. These plants can be based locally or outside the
country.
There are health risks in the job, though.
Since chemical engineers are exposed to different chemicals and huge machines and
devices, they are exposed to health and safety hazards. So, be careful!
With great responsibility, does it mean they earn more than other
engineers?
That depends on the company a chemical engineer is employed at. According to the US
Department of Labor, the median annual wage of chemical engineers is over $96,000. The
minimum annual wage a chemical engineer gets is reported to be around $60,000. The
highest annual wage reached around $156,000. Not bad at all.
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