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R-454B refrigerant compliance in Chicago, highlighting variance letter requirements, fire barrier and ventilation for piping, increased construction costs, and global supply challenges.

Navigating the New Refrigerant Landscape: R-454B, Chicago Codes, and Construction Considerations

As Illinois HVAC contractors pivot to A2L refrigerants like R-454B, they face more than a refrigerant swap—this transition demands fire-rated piping, advanced leak detection, higher material costs, and strict compliance with evolving Chicago codes.

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Kevin Weiland

Jun 182 min read

How Mechanical Upgrades Help Meet Illinois' New Energy Code — and Earn You Thousands in Nicor Gas Rebates

As Illinois enforces tighter energy codes, many commercial and industrial buildings must upgrade their mechanical systems — not just to...

Kevin Weiland

Jun 102 min read

BuildOps service management platform dashboard displayed on a tablet and desktop, illustrating real-time dispatching, digital work orders, and technician scheduling tools for commercial HVAC operations.

🚀 Roberts Environmental Control Announces Strategic Partnership with BuildOps + Bluon

Roberts Environmental Control is proud to announce a new partnership with BuildOps and Bluon—bringing real-time dispatching, AI-powered diagnostics, and live customer portals to our service operations. This integration enhances everything from documentation and predictive maintenance to asset planning and technician support, lowering repair costs and improving system reliability for our clients. The future of smart HVAC service is here—and it’s fully transparent and fully con

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Kevin Weiland

Jun 53 min read