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Upcoming events

    • Tuesday, March 24, 2026
    • 7:00 AM
    • Wednesday, March 25, 2026
    • 8:00 PM
    • Winsupply of Port Charlotte & Thread Source Training Facility
    • 16
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    MACCA Education Series: Aluminum Coil Repair

    Presented by Sal Hamidi of Uniweld

    Dates & Times:

    March 24 @ 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Winsupply of Port Charlotte
    1615 Market Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33953
    Registration, coffee, and donuts from 7–8 AM. 
    Training to follow at 8 am


    March 25 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Thread Source Training Facility

    1144 Tallevast Rd. #112, Sarasota, FL 34243
    Registration begins at 5 PM, with class starting at 6 PM.


    Pricing:

    Members: $35 | Non-Members: $65 | Free for MACCA Apprentices

    What You'll Learn

    • Aluminum repair basics
    • Solder vs. braze vs. weld
    • Safe torch handling
    • Nitrogen brazing practices
    • Working with dissimilar metals

    Enhance your repair skills and take your knowledge to the next level. This event provides hands-on learning in a collaborative environment and the chance to network with industry professionals.


    • Wednesday, April 01, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport 8009 15th Street East, Sarasota, FL 34243


    MACCA Dinner Meeting – April 1, 2026


    Event Details:

    • Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
    • Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    • Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport Hotel
    • Includes: Dinner, networking, and expert business insights




      • Wednesday, April 01, 2026
      • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      • Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at UTC, 8305 Tourist Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34201
      Register

      HVAC Health Solutions

      Exploring the Public and Private Markets to Build a
      Smarter Coverage Platform


      Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
      Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
      Location: Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at UTC, 8305 Tourist Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34201

      Healthcare affects everyone in HVAC, from the shop floor to the front office. Join us for a practical breakdown of public and private coverage options, Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) strategies, and smarter ways to balance protection, cost control, and long-term stability across the HVAC workforce.

      What You'll Learn:

      • Employer-sponsored and individual coverage pathways
      • Public vs. private market comparisons
      • Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) explained clearly
      • Cost control strategies tailored to HVAC companies

      Thank You to Our Event Sponsor: 



      • Thursday, April 09, 2026
      • 6:00 AM
      • Sunday, April 12, 2026
      • 5:00 PM
      • Rosen Centre Hotel, Orlando


       CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO REGISTER

       FRACCA 2026 Educational Conference ~ 407.676.0031 ~ 2026Conference@FRACCAair.com 

      • Wednesday, April 22, 2026
      • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      • Thread Source Training Facility, 1144 Tallevast Rd. #112 Sarasota, FL 34243
      • 53
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      ECM Motors


      Speaker: Ken Darin of Regal Rexnord

      April 22, 2026

      Check-in 5:30 PM | Presentation begins 6 PM

      Thread Source Training Facility, 1144 Tallevast Rd.
      #112 Sarasota, FL 34243

      This presentation will cover the following:

      • Understand the three types of ECM: Constant Torque, Constant Airflow, and Constant Speed
      • Familiarize yourself with Regal's aftermarket Evergreen Motors for OEM Replacement
      • Learn how to install all Evergreen ECM motors
      • Learn how to troubleshoot ECM motors
      • Maximize your truck space by stocking fewer motors that cover 90%+ of all applications
      • Learn how Evergreen will not only save you time and money, but make you more money

      Members $35 | Non-members $65 | Free for MACCA Apprentices

      • Tuesday, June 23, 2026
      • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      • Aqua Plumbing and Air, 8283 Vico Court, Sarasota, Florida, 34240
      • 35
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       N.A.T.E. Exam | Testing and Review

      N.A.T.E Exam to include two day review and facilitation of NATE Core exam and NATE Air to Air Heat Pump. Review days and testing day starts promptly at 5:00 p.m. and is strictly enforced. 

      Friday, June 12th is the last day to register! 
      Thursday, June 23, 2026, 5 - 9 PM - 
      Review Date 1
      Tuesday, June 25, 2026, 5 - 9  PM - Review Date 2 

      Thursday, June 30, 2026, 5 - 9  PM - NATE Testing 

      Location
      Aqua Plumbing and Air, 8283 Vico Court, Sarasota, Florida, 34240 

      All materials and testing fees will be included in the registration fee. 

      MEMBERS $450; NON-MEMBERS - $550

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      The training location at Aqua Plumbing and Air is located behind their main building. It is represented in the image below with the red marker. You will need to turn left prior to entering the main building parking lot to access the location.
      The link below will provide directions if needed.

      Directions link -
      https://www.google.com/maps/place/8271+Vico+Ct,+Sarasota,+FL+34240/@27.3493601,-82.4012878,164m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x88c3380f44439205:0x6fd149b08840bf5f!8m2!3d27.3496421!4d-82.400332!16s%2Fg%2F11c4t1b867!5m1!1e4?entry=ttu


      LINKS TO NATE TRAINING RESOURCES, MATERIALS, AND PRACTICE TESTS
      https://www.hvaccertificationpracticetests.com/nate-quiz/
      https://passemall.com/free-nate-practice-test
      https://hvaccareernow.com/practice-tests/nate-certification
      https://www.smartservice.com/smart-service-blog/nate-practice-test-resources/
      NATE Core Study Guide
      NATE Core Reference Material List
      NATE Air-To-Air Heat Pump Study Guide
      NATE Air-To-Air Heat Pump Reference Materials List
      NATE Practice Test Questions
      NATE - What You Need To Know
      VIDEOS
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwFj6z4HN04
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7VZOXj01qw
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAGK7Im4n-Q
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFoJ-Q9qeRA
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01odB_UPlxw&list=PL22vCucXyBLtfJFguo-t5kqpB-s843H7U
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFoJ-Q9qeRA&list=PL22vCucXyBLtfJFguo-t5kqpB-s843H7U&index=2
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghwW0aUYfz8&list=PL22vCucXyBLtfJFguo-t5kqpB-s843H7U&index=3
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7VZOXj01qw&list=PL22vCucXyBLtfJFguo-t5kqpB-s843H7U&index=4

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