MACCA members and industry professionals packed the room for an in-depth evening covering major HVAC code changes and what they mean for the industry moving forward. ⚙️

Industry Expert Bob Cochell delivered a detailed, real-world breakdown of upcoming code updates, including Energy Code changes, Mechanical updates, and the “What Code & Why” behind evolving requirements affecting HVAC contractors across the field.

With a full room, strong engagement, and nonstop networking throughout the night, this event once again proved the power of bringing HVAC professionals together to stay informed, connected, and ahead of the curve ⚙️

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this one of our most talked-about events of the year. A special thank you as well to our event sponsor, Trane Supply, for supporting the evening and helping make it all possible.

And the momentum doesn’t stop there — don’t forget to stop by the Trane Supply Sarasota Open House today (Friday, May 15) from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM! Swing by, connect with the team, take a look around, and enjoy a relaxed, industry-friendly networking stop. It’s a great chance to catch up with peers and see what’s happening locally in the supply world.

The U.S. Department of Justice is supporting a challenge to a Department of Energy rule that could limit the availability of certain non-condensing gas furnaces and commercial water heaters.

Industry groups including the American Gas Association argue the rule could force costly home and building modifications or push consumers toward electrification. The DOJ says the DOE may have overstepped its authority under federal energy law and is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to vacate a lower court ruling that upheld the regulation.

If the rule remains in place, HVAC contractors could see more complex retrofit projects, higher installation costs, and fewer gas equipment options available to customers.

Key Takeaway:
This case could significantly impact the future of gas heating equipment, installation requirements, and energy regulations across the HVAC industry. 

Click here to read more.

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Please take a moment to reply to the email and provide answers to the following questions. We will share your thoughts with them.

• Did you attend the conference? 
• Did you enjoy the speakers?
• How were the vendors at the expo?
• Were the session topics on point?
• If you did not attend the conference, please explain why?
• What would make you want to attend a conference in the future?

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The Florida Building Commission has released proposed versions of the Private Provider Inspection Form and Private Provider Certificate of Compliance Form, as required under HB 803.

These forms may impact how private provider inspections and compliance documentation are handled moving forward, making industry feedback especially important.

View the proposed forms here

Comment Deadline: May 18, 2026
Submit comments to: mo.madani@myfloridalicense.com

The IRS is warning taxpayers to be cautious of increasingly aggressive charitable contribution tax strategies that promise significant deductions but may cross into abusive territory.

In particular, schemes involving “charitable LLCs” or similar structures often allow donors to appear to make a contribution while still maintaining control or access to the assets—an arrangement the IRS has flagged as potentially fraudulent. These transactions are drawing heightened scrutiny and could result in denied deductions, penalties, or even criminal consequences. 

In this article, we break down how these schemes work, the red flags to watch for, and how to ensure your charitable giving remains compliant and defensible.
Click here to read more.

Sustainability in HVAC isn’t just about going green anymore, it’s about performance.

Across the industry, energy-efficient systems, smarter controls, and better building performance are helping reduce operating costs and improve long-term reliability. Clients are paying closer attention to efficiency and ROI, and that’s shaping what they expect from contractors.

For HVAC professionals, this means more opportunities in high-efficiency upgrades, system optimization, and energy-focused solutions.

Bottom line: sustainability is quickly becoming part of the business conversation, not just an add-on. Click here to read more.

What a great session! Attendees dove into ECM motor types, installation techniques, and real-world troubleshooting strategies designed to make everyday service calls smoother and more efficient. ️⚙️

Huge thank you to Ken Darin of Regal Rexnord for leading an outstanding hands-on ECM motor training. His real-world insights and practical approach gave attendees tools they can immediately use in the field.

We appreciate everyone who showed up ready to learn, ask questions, and sharpen their skills—this is what hands-on training is all about!

Three new federal antitrust lawsuits are intensifying scrutiny on HVAC pricing practices, with allegations that major manufacturers and a large distributor coordinated price increases beginning in 2020. The complaints claim that repeated, closely timed price hikes across the industry may have contributed to equipment costs rising significantly faster than inflation, directly impacting contractors and consumers nationwide.

⚙️ The lawsuits—still unproven in court—argue that coordinated behavior, information sharing, and rapid follow-on pricing announcements may have played a role in sustained cost increases throughout the supply chain. For contractors, this case is drawing attention because it highlights one of the most persistent challenges in recent years: unstable pricing, tighter margins, and the difficulty of forecasting equipment costs in a volatile market. Click here to read more.

In this podcast, industry educators discuss the growing disconnect between what the HVAC field needs and what current training pipelines are producing. The conversation highlights ongoing challenges in recruiting and retention, along with how shifting expectations are impacting the availability of skilled workers across the trades.

The discussion focuses on the importance of better aligning education with real-world HVAC demands, and why strengthening the workforce pipeline is becoming increasingly critical for the long-term stability of the industry.

Click here to listen to the podcast.

Learning didn’t stay in the classroom last week.

MACCA apprentice students took a hands-on field trip to the MTC campus, where they explored a full commercial HVAC system up close. The group toured air-cooled chillers, pumps, boilers, VAV systems, fresh air systems, and controls—getting a real-world look at how these systems operate together.

Beyond the equipment, students also discussed the key differences between commercial and residential HVAC, along with the many paths available to grow within the industry.

And the learning continues. Next week, a subject matter expert will be joining the class to dive into Manual J, D, and S, load and energy calculations, building science, and the critical role of system design.

Step by step, they’re building the knowledge—and experience—it takes to succeed in the field.

More information and registration details for our 2026–2027 Apprenticeship Program are coming soon! If you’re interested in the meantime, please email us at admin@macca.us.