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AHR Expo returns for in-person events in 2022 The 2022 AHR Expo returned as an in-person event in Las Vegas after a forced hiatus due to the ongoing global pandemic. This year’s show recorded over 30,600 attendees, which is down around 20,000 attendees compared to the 2020 show. Attendees were eager to be back in the booths and experience new products. “It was impossible to miss the energy in the halls this year,” said Mark Stevens, show manager. “The 2022 AHR Expo surpassed any expectation — our exhibitors, attendees, associations,
speakers and everyone involved made this event one of the most special we’ve ever hosted. If you were there, the camaraderie was hard to miss. This industry is strong and we are back on track to tackle the challenges before us.” A total of 1,573 exhibitors spread out over 443,769 sq. ft. in the central and north halls of the Las Vegas Convention Centre. The 2022 show held several of the same features from previous shows including educational seminars, its Innovation Awards, and
podcast pavilion. “My main reason for attending the AHR Expo is the whole experience,” said Brendan Bowie, a tradesperson from Arizona and first-time attendee. “You get to meet all the people who make the things that we buy and look up to and use everyday. It is a lot of the vendors that we spend money with because they make superior products. I talked to presidents and CEOs of companies that I buy products from everyday, every week, every month.” The 2023 AHR Expo will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Registration will open in summer 2022. Unable to attend the show? Check out some highlighted products from the event.
Clean indoor air system Broan-Nutone, Hartford, Wisconsin, introduced Overture, an automated fresh air system. Overture uses sensor technology to monitor a home’s indoor quality. When it detects a rise in indoor air pollution caused by increased humidity, volatile organic compounds, smoke, carbon dioxide and small particles, the Overture system will automatically turn on the nearest ventilation fan to eliminate the pollutant while simultaneously bringing in fresh, clean air from outside. Overture can be set up and controlled through a mobile device. Broan-Nutone www.broan-nutone.com
HVAC monitoring Google Nest, Sterling, Virginia, announced its new Google Nest Pro program, which is available on all thermostats and provides HVAC monitoring. Through alerts sent to the homeowners, customers can stay updated about the health of their HVAC systems and can book a job with a Nest Pro if needed. HVAC monitoring is a free feature available to customers in Canada and the U.S. In addition to HVAC monitoring, installers who enroll in the Google Nest Pro program can access benefits like exclusive products, pricing, and extended warranties, along with training and marketing support. Google Nest www.nest.google.com
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Fan controller Airius, Denver, Colorado, introduced its new destratification fan controller to market — the BACnet MS/TP. The new fan controller provides individual Airius fan control and status integration over the BACnet MS/TP network. With up to 63 fans able to connect to the network, the new fan controller allows anyone to monitor their Airius fan system while reducing energy consumption and improving the comfort of their buildings. Additional features include on and off, fan speed control and revolutions-per-minute (RPM) monitoring, and compatibility with electronically commutated (EC) motors. Airius www.airiusfans.com www.plumbingandhvac.ca
