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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | William McKay's Story

Read the story of Stanley Osborne, a seasoned contracting veteran whose life and career were drastically changed by a workplace accident that left him wheelchair-bound. When his family's vehicle became inoperable, the Foundation provided crucial support, enabling him to acquire a new, wheelchair-accessible vehicle.

Daikin is a proud supporter of The Joseph Groh Foundation

The Importance of Low-GWP Refrigerants and Their Impact on Consulting Engineers

Many changes are coming for low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, and they will have far-reaching effects for consulting engineers and the industries they serve.

The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Stanley Osborne's Story

Read the story of Stanley Osborne, a seasoned veteran in the HVAC field who endured severe spinal cord injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Thanks to the invaluable support of the Joseph Groh Foundation, Stanley received crucial home enhancements for improved accessibility.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Kevin Freymann's Story

Read the story of Kevin Freymann, a mechanical engineer who, following a seizure and hematoma, underwent crucial home enhancements for enhanced accessibility. Thanks to the unwavering support of the Joseph Groh Foundation, these vital improvements became a reality, making a profound impact on Kevin's life.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Tracy Gale's Story

Discover the remarkable tale of a plumbing contracting business owner who, despite facing paralysis after a car accident, perseveres on her path to recovery, all made possible through the invaluable support provided by the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | William Zurakov's Story

Learn how a family with a legacy in the construction and contracting trades, recieved home accessibility upgrades and repairs thanks to the support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Aaron Anderson's Story

Learn how a construction worker who becamed paralyzed following an injury from a home invasion, received received essential vehicle enhancements for accessibility thanks to the support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Michael Akins' Story

Learn how a construction worker who became paralyzed from the chest down, received vital vehicle technology updates for accessibility thanks to the support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Joseph Peck's Story

Learn how the family of a retired HVAC small business owner, received critical housing updates during a time of financial hardship and health challenges thanks to the continued support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Esequiel Rodriguez's Story

Learn how this General Foreman, who became paralyzed after a diving accident, received wheelchair accessibility home renovations thanks to the continued support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | William Roland's Story

Learn how this HVAC contracting firm owner and operator, who became paralyzed, received life-changing rehabilitation equipment thanks to the continued support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Donald Rindahl's Story

Learn how this HVAC contractor, who suffered a T-3 complete spinal cord injury, received housing updates for accessibility thanks to the continued support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | William's Story

Learn how this Class IV Welder, who became quadriplegic, received housing updates for accessibility thanks to the continued support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Ralph's Story

Learn how the family of a Jacksonville Superintendent, who faced health complications associated with Alzheimer’s Disease, received critical housing infrastructure updates thanks to the continued support of the Joseph Groh Foundation.

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What’s New in ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022: Ventilation & Acceptable Indoor Air Quality

On Dec. 8, Daikin hosted a webinar in which Hoy Bohanon, PE, LEED AP and past chair of ASHRAE SSPC 62.1, discussed recent updates to ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022.

The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Dennis' Story

When Dennis Hooper, a landscaping contractor, became paralyzed from an on-the-job accident, the Joseph Groh Foundation helped recieve updates to his backyard for wheelchair accessibility.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Francisco's Story

When Francisco Santibanez, a contractor of 15 years, became paralyzed from the waist down, the Joseph Groh Foundation helped replace his home flooring for wheelchair accessibility.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Elijah's Story

When Elijah Walter was met with a life-changing injury that would leave him legally blind, he soon faced financial hardship and became dependent on Social Security Disability. Learn how, during a time of need, the Joseph Groh Foundation stepped in to help fund critical repairs to Elijah's home infrastructure.

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The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Judy's Story

When Judy Bakken was faced with the unexpected loss of her husband, she soon met a medical diagnosis that left her disabled. Learn how the Joseph Groh Foundation helped step in and improve her home for accessibility.

ASHRAE Makes Adopting the IAQ Procedure Easier with Addendum aa

Recent changes to ASHRAE standards have made it easier to apply ASHRAE's IAQ Procedure, helping for engineers and building owners to deliver better IAQ more energy efficiently.

Make Existing Buildings Intelligent With Wireless Controls

Wireless controls technology is helping contractors sidestep installation barriers, and overcome existing facility, infrastructure or budgetary limitations.

Changeover COP: Calculating the Value of Electrification

As states and municipalities limit the use of natural gas in new homes and buildings, generating heat with electricity looks to be the next practical, energy-efficient solution. Explore why heat pumps might be driving the next big change for building owners.

Chip's Story: Just in Time for Christmas | The Joseph Groh Foundation Grant Recipient

After a life-changing medical emergency left him paralyzed from the waist down, Chip was in need of a manual wheelchair to help him solve accessibility challenges throughout his day-to-day life. Fortunately, the Joseph Groh Foundation was there to help.

The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Josh's Story

When limited by the challenges caused by ongoing medical expenses, the Joseph Groh Foundation made Josh's grant possible, enabling him with wheelchair-adapted access to his daily transportation.

Daikin Modular Central Plant (MCP) Solves Space, Cost, Safety, And Access Challenges For Architects & Engineers

Recently, Daikin Applied had the opportunity to get a deep dive with the team at Gray to see the benefits of our chiller plant from the customer perspective.

Electrification: The Trend That's Here To Stay

The growing electrification movement is driving the transition away from HVAC equipment that utilizes fossil fuels and to instead, employ technologies such as heat pumps to meet the needs of building occupants.

Chillers Provide Ideal Conditions for Cannabis

For large grow facilities, chilled water systems make a lot of sense, as they can provide an optimal growing environment for cannabis, while cutting energy consumption.

Daikin Get Program To Celebrate 10 Years

Daikin's GET Program (Graduate Engineer Transformed), a 7-month immersive learning program designed for new graduate sales engineers, is now in its 10th year at Daikin Applied.

The Joseph Groh Foundation | Grant Recipient | Alicia's Story

Despite the challenges from the Covid-19 pandemic, an influx of generous donations made Alicia’s grant possible, helping to provide her with safer day-to-day transportation.

The Ingredient To Business Success: Engaged And Motivated People

Schwab-Vollhaber-Lubratt, Inc., better known as SVL, has specialized in commercial HVAC systems design, installation and sales for over 50 years. The company's growth and success are reflections of its intense focus on customer relationships, so it’s no surprise that SVL was recognized by its employees as a Top Workplace for 2021 in the annual Minneapolis Star Tribune poll.

Daikin Applied Continues to Make Buildings WELL

Most people are familiar with green buildings, but what about well buildings? While “green” focuses on the overall environmental impact of commercial spaces, “well” zeros in on individuals in those spaces, looking at the impact the environment in a building has on occupants.

Modular Central Plants for Refrigeration

Apart from the pandemic, the HVACR industry is again at an inflection point in equipment design as a result of refrigerant environmental concerns

A 100-ton Chiller Isn’t Really 100 Tons — The Difference Between Nominal and Actual

One of the biggest misconceptions when purchasing a chiller is that a ton of cooling is always a ton of cooling no matter the operating conditions. In a perfect world, yes, that’s true. But in the real world, the actual tonnage of a chiller is often quite different from its nominal tonnage. So what’s the difference between those two values?

Site ISO 14001 Certifications Reinforce Daikin’s Commitment to Protecting the Earth

Last month, three Daikin Applied sites received ISO 14001 certification, bringing our total certified sites to eight and further supporting our already strong commitment to environmental stewardship.

What the Stimulus Bill Means for the HVACR Industry

COVID-19 economic relief, energy efficiency and hydrofluorocarbons. What do these ultimately mean for the industry? 

Driving the Next Generation of Refrigerants

The world has become more aware of the environmental impacts of refrigerants used in air conditioning, household appliances, and other applications. And that awareness has driven the industry to develop new refrigerants.

The Votes Are In: CSE 2020 Product of the Year Awards

In CSE’s annual reader-choice Product of the Year poll, two Daikin Applied offerings were voted among the best new products of 2020. 

The Global Stance on R-32

Did you know it’s likely you’re already using R-32 refrigerant? 

The Refrigerant Transition: How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Going?

If we continue developing the world as is, without controls, temperatures are forecasted to rise up to 0.6°C directly from HFC emissions. The good news, though, is that research shows that making the right refrigerant choices has the potential to limit the temperature rise due to HFC emissions to 0.06°C. 

Rest Assured with Daikin's Corrosion Control

How do you know if your HVAC equipment is built to withstand the elements? When designing new products, engineers at Daikin don’t take these risks lightly.

Perks of the Plaza

Learn what you could gain by scheduling a visit to Daikin's Solutions Plaza.

How Does Your State Score?

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy published a 50-state Scorecard that ranks the states by energy efficiency, identifying those leading and those lagging behind. Read the blog to find out how your state scored.

Veterans Day 2019

This Veterans Day, we honor all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and offer our sincere gratitude for the ways in which veterans and their families have given to our country.

National Learning and Development Month

In honor of National Learning and Development Month, we interviewed Laura Masica, Daikin Learning Institute's Senior Director, to capture her perspective and advice on the path of lifelong learning.

EER vs. IEER: The Difference One Letter Makes

In this blog, we’re demystifying the meaning behind two of the industry’s most frequently used acronyms, EER and IEER.

More Than a Manufacturer

We’re proud to be more than just an equipment manufacturer; we are a solutions provider, creating the innovative work to ensure our customers benefit from the best outcomes.

Trucking Along with Innovation Roadshow

The decked-out trailer features the latest in HVAC technology including the recent launch of Daikin's NEW Rebel Applied™.

Restore Cooling and Peace of Mind with RapidRestore®

A short-term power loss can happen during power interruptions, brown-outs or utility switching operations. Daikin chillers have RapidRestore^® technology to restore cooling and give you piece of mind that your building’s occupants remain comfortable.

Quality Air for Better Healthcare Outcomes

With indoor air quality (IAQ) top of mind in healthcare facilities, investing in HVAC equipment that can remove pathogens and create healthier air is a must.