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ACEEE Again Names Mass. Most Efficient State

Massachusetts is the most energy efficient state in the nation for the third year in a row, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy’s (ACEEE) annual State Energy Efficiency Scorecard.
Massachusetts is the most energy efficient state in the nation for the third year in a row, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy’s (ACEEE) annual… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/aceee-again-names-mass-most-efficient-state/

‘Squeeze the Tube’ for Your Customers

You know how when a tube of toothpaste starts getting low, you squeeze the tube to get the last little bit of toothpaste out? It was easier to do back when the tubes were metal, because you could roll them up and really get that last little drop. Today th…
You know how when a tube of toothpaste starts getting low, you squeeze the tube to get the last little bit of toothpaste out? It was easier to do back when the tubes were metal,… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/squeeze-tube-your-customers/

Device Improves Fuel Economy by Changing Fuel’s Structure

A Connecticut company is marketing a fuel modification device that can help heating oil customers save 10 percent or more on fuel bills by deriving more heat from the fuel. The Fitch Fuel Catalyst (FFC), created and marketed by Advanced Power Systems I…
A Connecticut company is marketing a fuel modification device that can help heating oil customers save 10 percent or more on fuel bills by deriving more heat from the fuel. The… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/device-improves-fuel-economy-changing-fuels-structure/

Industry’s Approach on Tanks Is Much Improved

We’ve come a long way! In 2003 the National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA) embarked on a program to assure that fuel oil storage tank systems were properly installed and maintained. The program was developed in conjunction with the Institute for Busi…
We’ve come a long way! In 2003 the National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA) embarked on a program to assure that fuel oil storage tank systems were properly installed and… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/industrys-approach-tanks-much-improved/

EIA Publishes Favorable Price Forecast

Heating oil marketers got some good news last month when the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) predicted that heating oil costs would drop this winter while natural gas heating costs would rise.
Heating oil marketers got some good news last month when the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) predicted that heating oil costs would drop this winter while natural gas… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/eia-publishes-favorable-price-forecast/

New Heating System Could Save Local YMCA Up to $10K Per Year

Energy Kinetics heat and hot water system is a win-win for local fuel dealer and YMCA
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Today’s Contractors Wear Many Hats

So what are the tools of the heating industry trade? Wrenches? Screwdrivers? If you think that’s all you need to succeed in this business then you better think again. Without question, the ability to turn a wrench is a prerequisite, but today there is so …
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HRVs: A Fresh New Heating Concept

Despite the relatively lower cost of heating a home today compared to the early ’80s, homeowners are still very interested in energy efficiency. We have boilers and furnaces capable of pushing 95 percent efficiency rates and considerably higher insulation…
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Pressure Grows in the Service Department

Communicating effectively with customers and co-workers is more important than ever now, because service departments are expected to generate business and offset lost profits from heating oil sales.
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First Look: 2020 HEAT Show

Major industry event returns to Providence, RI, September 21-23
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Modern Tools Help Techs Get It Right

As competition increases and customer expectations rise, it is ever more important for home comfort companies to install and service equipment effectively and minimize mistakes and callbacks.
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Thermo Pride Introduces 95 Percent Efficient Oil Furnace

Thermo Products LLC, the North Judson, Ind.-based maker of heating and cooling products, recently introduced a new condensing oil furnace that achieves a 95 percent rating on the AFUE efficiency scale and is Energy Star 4.0 listed.
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To Sell IAQ Effectively, Make a Business Plan

Home comfort contractors who want to succeed at selling indoor air quality (IAQ) services need to have a business plan that enables them to diagnose air quality problems and install solutions that address the problems they diagnose.
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Furnace Makers Offer New Products, Personal Attention

Thermo Products, LLC, a manufacturer of warm air heating and air conditioning products, has developed a 95 percent AFUE oil condensing furnace that is Energy Star® qualified. “This is a testament to our commitment to bringing you the best products in the …
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