Air Conditioning News for 08/11/2009



Drumbeat: August 10, 2009
The multibillion-dollar megaproject that Mexico hopes will turn around its slumping oil industry is being questioned by some officials as results fall short, according to a source familiar with the issue...

Invasion of the Air Conditioners | Air Conditioning Blog
Air Conditioner units clinging to the sides of buildings are a regular sight these days, especially in humid parts of the world, and as such generally exist...

ASHRAE Readying New Energy Rating Label For Buildings
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers is revealing new details about its building energy labeling program, including a prototype label design...

Air conditioners cut out ozone-depleting gas under new rules - USA Today

Air conditioners cut out ozone-depleting gas under new rules
USA Today
By Peter Haley, AP By Danny Chaitin, USA TODAY With an estimated 4 million air conditioners likely to fail this summer in the USA, deciding whether to spend .

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Indian River County Main Library reopening Friday after air-conditioning problems (Press Journal)
The Indian River County Main Library is unexpectedly closed until possibly Friday afternoon due to an air conditioning failure, causing high temperatures in the building, county officials said Thursday...

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New air conditioning permits required for PCB residents - News Herald
PANAMA CITY BEACH EUR” Keith Carnley says his company can sometimes replace four to five air conditioning units per day during a typical summer. Hes worried that a new $30-per-job permit recently required by Panama City Beach could hurt his ...

Keeping Your Car Cool When the Heat is On
It is one of those 90-plus-degree days, hot, hazy and humid. Isn't it great to be able to get in your vehicle and enjoy the comfort your air conditioning system provides for you and your passengers? The Mobile Air Conditioning Society Worldwide wants all car owners to understand how their vehicle's air conditioning system works, be able to ...

Greater Enfield: Rich's Oil Food Drive Netted Over 600 Pounds of Food And Over $600
Rich's Oil Food Drive Netted Over 600 Pounds of Food And Over $600 Submitted by Chris Casey on 2009-08-10.   In an effort to help ensure that families and individuals throughout north central Connecticut have food on their tables this summer, Rich's Oil, Gas, Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, during the month of July, hosted a monthlong ...

Air conditioning maintenance will help you cut electricity costs .
Air conditioning maintenance is an important issue that is often ignored by users. If your air conditioner is not properly maintained, you run the risk of...

Myrtle Sumner
Myrtle Sumner, 87, of Heaton Ford Road in Science Hill, Ky., passed away Saturday, Aug...

Watkins Glen: Ryan Newman race report (Motorsport.com)
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (Aug. 10, 2009) -- Ryan Newman overcame carbon monoxide fumes, a faulty alternator, a double battery change, a spinout and no air conditioning to finish 21st in Monday's rain-delayed NASCAR Sprint Cup road race at Watkins Glen International...

National Weather Service issues Pa. heat warning - Philadelphia Inquirer

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National Weather Service issues Pa. heat warning
Philadelphia Inquirer
People who don't have air conditioning are advised to seek relief from the heat in shopping malls, movie theaters, senior centers and other air conditioned .
Heating up: Dangerous weather hits eastern NCGreenville Daily Reflector
The Heat Is On: Hottest Day of the Year Is HerePatch-Maplewood
A sizzling Sunday swells temperatures into the low 90sWKYC-TV
Daily Press -Grand Forks Herald -istockAnalyst.com (press release)
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Some D.C.-area Residents Brave Heat Without Air Conditioning - WJLA
SUITLAND, Md. - People throughout the D.C. area braved the stifling heat and humidity Monday -- with or in some cases without -- air conditioning. Suitland resident Sheila Patterson's frustration is boiling over in one of the hottest days of the year ...

My air conditioning is out and won't be repaired until tomorrow. I .
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Kenneth Mentzer Awarded Stanley Matthews Memorial Award
ALEXANDRIA, Va. a ' The Board of Governors of the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association awarded Kenneth D. Mentzer the Stanley Matthews Memorial Award in recognition of individual contribution to promoting the benefits of insulation through energy conservation, energy efficiency and environmental preservation in the national interest...

Should Prisons Have Air Conditioning? (KFDA-TV Amarillo)
Despite these hot temperatures, most state prisons in Texas do not have air conditioning. Only 19 of the state's 112 prisons have a cooling system...

Cold Wars: Battles Over Air Conditioning Heat Up - Wall Street Journal
Air conditioning can lead to battles on the home front. Its summer and another cold war is heating up: the battle over climate control in houses and offices across the country. I live in a city where the temperature is hot year round . But you ...

Cold Wars: Battles Over Air Conditioning Heat Up - Wall Street Journal Blogs

Cold Wars: Battles Over Air Conditioning Heat Up
Wall Street Journal Blogs
Instead, arctic blasts of air conditioning make it necessary for me to bring a sweater or polar fleece with me whenever I leave the house, .

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Media: Iran purges Intelligence Ministry officials
Iranian media say President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has fired at least four senior Intelligence Ministry figures in a purge targeting officials who disagree with the crackdown on the opposition after disputed elections...

Trees are natures air conditioners (The Temecula Valley News)
Anyone who has ever escaped from the blazing hot sun in a shady spot under a tree knows how these natural air conditioners can make people feel more comfortable. A mature shade tree can block up to 90 percent of solar radiation, which could translate to a significant reduction in home cooling costs. A Pennsylvania study found that air conditioning needs could be reduced by up to 75 percent by ...

Staying cool in the heat wave - Sussex Countian

Staying cool in the heat wave
Sussex Countian
Be a good neighbor. During heat waves, check in on elderly residents in your neighborhood and those who do not have air conditioning.
Red Cross urges heat safetyMooresville Tribune

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City Hall's air conditioning farm - inDECATUR
TrackBack. TrackBack URL for this entry: http://www.typepad.com/services/trackback/6a00d834515cf969e20120a531d250970c. Listed below are links to weblogs that reference City Hall's air conditioning farm: ...

Lack of Air Conditioning Doesn't Stop Schools From Switching to Year-Round Schedule (Chicago Public Radio)
Its back to school today for 90,000 Chicago Public Schools students who are moving to a year-round schedule. Many of those students are in buildings without air conditioning.   Libby School on the South Side is 108 years old and has only fans in classrooms. Principal Kurt Jones says the school decided to go year-round despite a lack of air conditioning.   JONES: We dont feel that August is ...

Mellie Blevins
Mellie D. Blevins, 75, of Bert Ridge Road in Science Hill, Ky., passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital...

New air conditioning permits required for PCB residents (The News Herald)
PANAMA CITY BEACH EUR” Keith Carnley says his company can sometimes replace four to five air conditioning units per day during a typical summer. Hes worried that a new $30-per-job permit recently required by Panama City Beach could hurt..

Connecticut cools down as it heats up - WTNH.com
Mystic (WTNH) - Summer in Connecticut has been wet and relatively cool. But, Monday seemingly turned the pages as it brought a wave of heat along with the new work week. If you can't stay inside where there's air conditioning, you simply have to deal ...

Clifford Jones
Clifford Jones, 80, of Tateville, Ky., passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital...

Air conditioner fire causes scare at Lynchburg hotel - Lynchburg News and Advance

Air conditioner fire causes scare at Lynchburg hotel
Lynchburg News and Advance
Johnson said room 107 suffered smoke and heat damage, but other than cosmetic, only the air conditioning unit was damaged. .
Fire at Lynchburg HotelWSET

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Sneaker Pimps Philadelphia
Sneaker Pimps, the world touring shoe show that combines elements of hip-hop and urban fashion, made it's way to Philly over the weekend...

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Lola Pinson
Lola Pearl Pinson, 72, wife of Rev. Blake Pinson, was called to rest on Friday, Aug...

Summer weather: Keep cool without air conditioning - Carroll County Online
Dear Jim: I dont like the hot weather, but I am going to make an effort to air-condition less this summer to reduce my electric bills. What can I do to try to stay comfortable without running the air conditioner as much? EUR” Jackie H. Dear Jackie ...

Air conditioning gave up in Palm Springs, works in LA - PriusChat .
Our brand-new-to-us 2006 Prius's air conditioning works fine in LA, but not in Palm Springs. The outside air temperature indicated 118°F Saturday (mid-..

Floridians May Qualify For Energy-Related Stimulus - First Coast News
TALLAHASSEE, FL -- Get ready to take advantage of the economic stimulus incentives to upgrade your heating and air conditioning system at home. Members of Florida's Energy and Climate Commission are working on the "rules" of how you can qualify for ...

How to Save: Money On Air Conditioning (and win $50)
At Sierra Trading Post, we're all about getting a great deal. We prefer our purchases to be 35-70% off. But we don't just save on outdoor gear, apparel and footwear. We also like to save in other areas...

How To Live Without Air Conditioning: Syrian Beehive Houses .
Houses in North America all look alike; you can find the same gablegablegable or faux chateau style from Calgary to Tuscon. But before thermostats, people designed to suit the climate, and did a damn fine job of it. Justin...

City Room„˘ - Education - Lack of Air Conditioning Doesn't Stop .
Principal Kurt Jones says the school decided to go year-round despite a lack of air conditioning. JONES: We don't feel that August is going to be any more of an issue in terms of weather than September or May or JuneEUR”which are the ...

Overworked Air Conditioner Causes Smoke at Greenville Nursing Home - WNCT

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Overworked Air Conditioner Causes Smoke at Greenville Nursing Home
WNCT
Greenville firefighters blame an overworked air conditioning unit for a nursing home fire Sunday morning. Two fire stations responded to .
Nursing home residents safe after fire scareGreenville Daily Reflector

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ACCORDING TO CITY WATER SUPERINTENDENT GAYLE SITZMANN, FLUSHING OF THAT NEW SERVICE HAS DISCOLORED WATER THROUGH MOST OF THE CITY...

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Lack of Air Conditioning Doesn't Stop Schools From Switching to Year-Round Schedule
School in August: shorts and skirts instead of regular uniform pants. Ita TMs back to school today for 90,000 Chicago Public Schools students who are moving to a year-round schedule...

Overworked Air Conditioner Causes Smoke at Greenville Nursing Home (WNCT Greenville)
Greenville firefighters blame an overworked air conditioning unit for a nursing home fire Sunday morning. Two fire stations responded to Tar River Manor on West 5th Street around 11:20...

New Gibbon Schools windows, air conditioning, gym, auditorium . - Kearney Hub
GIBBON - About 500 people got their first look at the new Gibbon School building Saturday afternoon. After a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting, students, parents, teachers and alumni toured the $18 million building. Students found their new ...

Cooling stations opened in Mid-Atlantic - Disaster News Network
A heat-front blazed through the Mid-Atlantic Monday as temperatures soared into the upper 90s, even breaking 100 degrees, from Massachusetts to North Carolina. EURśHigh pressures over the mid-Atlantic will bring the warmest temperatures of the year ...

Wear your own air-con (Straits Times)
INSTEAD of hanging out at shopping malls or libraries just for the air-conditioning, now you can take it with you. An inventor in Hong Kong has come up with an 'air-con' vest which has panels of removable chill packs. This mobile icebox keeps the heat at bay for up to three hours...

How do you charge the air conditioning system on a Pontiac Sunfire .
How do you charge the air conditioning system on a Pontiac Sunfire 2002? Pontiac Sunfire Forum...

Problem Solver: Older woman needs AC help - Dallas Morning News

Problem Solver: Older woman needs AC help
Dallas Morning News
She called me, asking for help in getting the air conditioner fixed in her Pleasant Grove apartment. "I'm in a mess and I would appreciate your help," she .
Air conditioning maintenance will help you cut electricity costsAir Options
Relevant air conditioning maintenance will work to your advantageAir Options

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New air conditioning permits required for PCB residents
Keith Carnley says his company can sometimes replace four to five air conditioning units per day during a typical summer...

SUSTAINABILITY TIP OF THE WEEK: Fans beat air conditioning for energy . - Arizona Daily Sun
Consider a portable or ceiling fan for an energy-efficient and more environmentally friendly way to stay comfortable in the heat. Fans use 90 percent less energy than central air and do not rely on ozone-damaging fluorocarbons as air most ...

Energy ratings for buildings set to debut
The miles-per-gallon metric has gone a long way toward marketing the Prius and other fuel-efficient cars, and some are hoping a new, more detailed energy label than is currently available could do the same for buildings...

Tips for Finding the Best Air Conditioning | Amazooo.com - Ideas .
Are you looking to cool an entire home or just a room? What size is the home or room? The most important thing you will need to know is the size of the area you want to cool. This will determine the size and type of air conditioner you ...

New air conditioning permits required for PCB residents - The News Herald

New air conditioning permits required for PCB residents
The News Herald
PANAMA CITY BEACH EUR” Keith Carnley says his company can sometimes replace four to five air conditioning units per day .

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Some DC-area Residents Brave Heat Without Air Conditioning - News Channel 8

Some DC-area Residents Brave Heat Without Air Conditioning
News Channel 8
SUITLAND, Md. - People throughout the DC area braved the stifling heat and humidity Monday -- with or in some cases without -- air conditioning. .

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Air Conditioning Breaks Down In Scorching Heat At Nursing Home (FOX 2 News St. Louis)
After one of the coolest July's on record August is reminding all of us how things normally in St. Louis. Fountains and parks are is getting a workout as kids and parents try to keep cool on the cheap. But, air conditioners across the metro getting a real work-out. The air conditioning in the living quarters went out Friday morning at the Beuvais Nursing Home just across from Tower Grove Park at ...

Leo Grogan Jr.
Leo Francis Grogan Jr., 78, of Somerset, Ky., passed away on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Ky...

Argument, car crash lead to Oklahoma City infants death (The Oklahoman)
Nika Zeigler said a lack of air conditioning in her car led to her 7-week-old son, Diaric, being in a van that crashed Saturday.The boy died about seven hours later, the victim of a crash reportedly borne out of an argument. "I had him in my car, but he was sweating so bad, it was like someone had just poured water all over him,EURť Zeigler said.Zeigler said she lost a baby at birth last year and ...

Shots fired during armored car heist in South Philly
A Brink's guard opened fire this morning on a gunman who fled with what officials said was a small amount of money during an armored car stickup in South Philadelphia...

Air conditioning optional - Minnpost.com
Well, this comes as quite a shock to the system: another day of cooler than average weather. Frowns at the neighborhood swimming pool (which begs the question: is it wrong to dress in layers going off the high dive?) July had no 90s to speak of, from ...

Nissan's air-conditioning stops bad smells - Telegraph.co.uk

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Nissan's air-conditioning stops bad smells
Telegraph.co.uk
Nissan, the car manufacturer, has launched a new air-conditioning system which can filter out bad smells. The groundbreaking system, which uses odour .
Nissan's new air-con stops bad smells from entering into your carDaily Contributor

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