Arkansas HVACR NewsMagazine September 2024

News Magazine September 2024

FEATURE STORY

measurements like airflow, temperature, humidity, and static pressure.

gauges, oversized evacuation hoses and new techniques are ridiculed as being not needed. Technology is changing faster than we can teach it. The industry’s shift towards high-tech, sustainable solutions demands a broader, more agile response to bridge the widening skill gap and align with modern HVAC demands. How do we address these pressing issues promptly when traditional educational and training systems are inherently slow to adapt? Are trade schools or heavy-handed regulations going to solve this problem in time? We don’t think so. Thus, at measureQuick we have developed an alternative approach which will compliment our existing front-line professionals and provide them with some much needed support to ensure #betterHVAC outcomes.

Adding to the challenge, key metrics such as airflow and

refrigerant charge are constantly

changing with load, making one-time

measurements unreliable. It’s common for new installations to operate with factory-set charges, leading to inefficient systems. This skill gap is significant – we estimate that less than than 5% of technicians are fully trained, a concern supported by DOE studies.

3. Our Workforce Education Problem

Traditional

HVAC

training, deeply entrenched in trade schools and ongoing education, plays a crucial role in

The Wave of Technology Coming For the HVAC Industry

developing industry expertise. However, amidst rapid industry advancements, these methods are struggling to keep up. We recognize and commend the dedicated educators, influencers, and trainers striving to evolve within these constraints. Their efforts are pivotal, but the reality is, a more substantial, swift overhaul is essential. Our current system of apprenticeship often reinforces old outdated techniques and bad habits. Modern tools like smart probes, digital

But now, the tide is turning .

Cutting-edge technologies, once exclusive to labs or industrial settings, are becoming accessible and affordable: • Mobile Device Integration : Our industry’s processes are now streamlined into the devices (compact computers) we carry daily.