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EPA Removes R-410A Installation Deadline in Final Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency announced on May 21 that contractors can continue installing existing R-410A HVAC equipment with no federal deadline. The agency's amended final rule revises the 2023 Technology Transitions Rule, eliminating the previous installation cutoff date. No new R-410A systems are being manufactured, so available inventory will eventually deplete naturally. The EPA projects the combined rule changes will deliver over $2.4 billion in savings across the industry.

This gives contractors legal cover to install remaining R-410A stock during the transition to A2L refrigerants.

Check your current R-410A inventory levels. Confirm your distributor's remaining stock to plan installations while supply lasts.

Key Takeaways:

EPA removed installation deadline for existing R-410A equipment inventory
No new R-410A systems manufactured, so supply will run out naturally
Combined rule changes expected to save industry over $2.4 billion

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

HVACR Wholesale Distribution Supports 101,000 Jobs, Study Finds

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International released its first economic impact study in September 2026. The study shows the wholesale distribution sector supports 101,817 jobs. It generates $32.9 billion in annual economic output. The study used IMPLAN modeling and U.S. Census data to measure the industry&

DiversiTech Acquires Surge Protection Maker DITEK

DiversiTech Corporation announced on September 2 that it acquired DITEK, a major supplier of surge protection devices for HVAC and electrical systems. The combined company will offer an expanded portfolio of surge protection products and electrical components used across the building trades. Plans include increased technical support services for contractors.

Anchor Heating & Air Ranks No. 851 on Inc. 5000

Inc. Magazine released its 2026 Inc. 5000 ranking on August 11. Anchor Heating & Air placed No. 851 in its first year of eligibility. The company posted 407 percent revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. This makes it the highest-ranked HVAC contractor on this year's list of

HVAC Distributor Revenue Up 6.7% in July

Industry News Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International reported in September 2026 that member distributors recorded a 6.7% revenue increase in July compared to the same month last year. The growth indicates sustained demand for HVAC equipment and parts. The cooling season extended into late summer. The uptick

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HVACR Wholesale Distribution Supports 101,000 Jobs, Study Finds

DiversiTech Acquires Surge Protection Maker DITEK

Anchor Heating & Air Ranks No. 851 on Inc. 5000

HVAC Distributor Revenue Up 6.7% in July