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learning with application practice due to the complementary aspect of our education programming and the exhibition floor ,” said Kim Pires , Director of Education . “ Taking learning one step further , attendees can apply what they ’ ve just learned in a classroom to products , technology , or conversations on the show floor — creating a valuable opportunity that ’ s hard to find elsewhere in the industry .”
Attendees can expect the program to address a wide variety of topics and are encouraged to explore the full program on the website : www . ahrexpo . com . Meanwhile , here are details on some of the sessions .
Panel Series on AI and Plumbing : How Smart Applications Can Lead to Smooth Waters Ahead . Monday , February 10th at 11:00 AM with John Mullen , IAPMO and Susan Frew of PHCC leading a discussion for plumbing professionals . Everything You Need to Know About the Refrigerant Transition and A2Ls . Monday , February 10th at 3:00 PM led by AHRI and including Chuck White , VP of Regulatory Affairs at PHCC ; Jim Cika , Director of PMG Technical Resources at ICC ; Samantha Slater , VP of Government Affairs at AHRI ; Scott Stone , Founder and President at Glencoe Strategies LLC ; and Tom Deary , Director of Codes at AHRI .
2025 State of the Industry : Today ’ s Market , Challenges , Opportunities & What ’ s Ahead . Tuesday , February 11th at 10:00 AM moderated by Bryan Orr of HVAC School , including discussion with M . Dennis Knight , President 2024-2025 ASHRAE ; Stephen Yurek , CEO of AHRI ; Talbot Gee , CEO of HARDI ; and Dominick Guarino , President and CEO at National Comfort Institute Inc .
The 2025 show will feature more than 230 free sessions led by industry experts . Sessions will range from 20 minutes in the product theaters , and one to two hours in the classroom sessions and aim to address the industry ’ s most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities . Attendees are invited to attend general HVACR-related sessions , as well as those that dive deeper into specific professional practice areas .
“ The AHR Expo Education Program is the industry ’ s best place to learn trends , tips , and growth strategies that span the full industry ,” said Kimberly Pires , AHR Expo Education Program Director . “ Our associations design their sessions to address the most pressing topics within their areas of the industry . The goal is to provide diverse perspectives from every professional and perspective in HVACR . The opportunity for shared insight supports healthy communication across the industry .” Attendees are encouraged to explore the full program on ahrexpo . com .
Additional highlights for the 2025 AHR Expo Free Industry Seminar program include : Contractors Refrigerant Detection Systems for Flammable , A2L Refrigerants . Chris Forth , Vice President of Regulatory , Codes & Environmental Affairs , hosted by WHVACR . In this session , review the transition to low-GWP refrigerants , including mildly flammable A2Ls , and learn about refrigerant detection systems ( RDS ). Join to gain an understanding of what features an RDS must have , how these systems function and how to quickly determine if they are optional or required for an installation .
SMACNA Large Duct Construction & HVAC Duct Systems Inspection . Shawn O ’ Hara , Senior Project Manager , SMACNA National ; Geoffrey Parks , Senior Project Manager , SMACNA National , hosted by Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors ’ National Association . In this session , learn what ’ s driving larger ductwork in the industry today and how to properly construct and support larger ductwork using the SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards ( 4th Edition ). Empowering Green Choices : How Financing Makes Energy Efficiency Affordable . Erica Leonor , Director of Business Development at Goodleap ; and Erik Summers , hosted by WHVACR . Discover how innovative financing options can empower homeowners to invest in high-end , energy-efficient HVACR systems through the exploration of financial tools that make eco-friendly upgrades accessible . l FON 26 JANUARY 2025 | FUEL OIL NEWS | www . fueloilnews . com