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Advertiser Index.................................. 44
Calendar .............................................. 45
Classifieds............................................ 44
Marketplace....................................42-43
NEFI FYI ............................................... 6
Products .............................................. 40
Profiles............................................38-39
Stats ..................................................... 46
Editor
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Art Director
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The Millennials Are Coming
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12
PriMedia President Richard Rutigliano shares his thoughts on how to build
relationships with young homeowners. You can reach him at 516-222-2041
or
Nest Adds Style to HVAC
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15
New thermostat technology from Nest and other manufacturers is changing
the face of home comfort and opening new possibilities for homeowners.
Honeywell Helps Contractors Stay Ahead of the Curve
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17
Homeowners’ expectations for their heating and cooling controls are changing
rapidly, and contractors need to stay ahead of the curve. Honeywell is ready to help.
tekmar Eliminates Obstacles to Efficiency
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18
tekmar Control Systems’ new control lines combine indoor and outdoor
temperature feedback and advanced communications strategies to improve
comfort, reduce energy consumption, and satisfy homeowners.
Manufacturers Discuss Residential Venting Solutions
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19
Experts from Field Controls and Tjernlund answer questions about residential
venting solutions.
PERC Works to Grow Autogas Market
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20
Michael Taylor, PERC’s Director of Autogas Business Development,
discusses the autogas market and PERC’s effort to grow it.
States Move to Decommission Stage II Systems
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24
John Myers, of Husky Corp., explains station operators’ options regarding Stage
II vapor recovery systems. He can be reached at 443-249-0064 or
.
Plan Ahead … or Fall Behind
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25
Joe Ciccarello, CPA, MST, managing partner of Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP,
of Westwood, MA., discusses the importance of long-term strategic planning.
He can be reached at
or 781-407-0300.
Coalition Testifies on Commodities Trading
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26
The Commodity Market Oversight Coalition (CMOC) recently testified
before the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee regarding legislation to
reauthorize the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Oilheat Associations Recommend Tax Credit Changes
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31
NEFI and other associations recently wrote to two Congressional committees to
request changes in the Section 25C federal tax credit for energy-related home
improvements.
Making Safety Programs More Effective
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34
Ed Burke, Chairman of the Board of Dennis K. Burke Inc., offers advice on how
to run a safe fuel delivery business. He can be reached at
or 617-884-7800.
With Hurricane Season Upon Us, Be Prepared
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36
Daniel M. Lothrop, of Hedge Solutions, discusses strategies for protecting profit
margins from hurricane-related threats. You can reach him at 800-709-2949
or
.
DOT Changes Hours of Service Rules Again
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37
Matt Wrobel, vice president of marketing and sales at Foley Services, looks at
a recent change to FMCSA’s Hours of Service regulations. He can be reached at
