National Comfort Institute, Inc. (NCI) is an organization that provides HVAC contractors with services and tools to help them improve and differentiate their businesses. We accomplish this through membership groups, training, support, and coaching – all designed to help our customers differentiate their companiesthrough measured performance, quality, and value. NCI coined the phrase “High-Performance HVAC” to describe our unique approach to delivering measured HVAC system performance. This term is as much about changing a company’s culture as proving their HVAC systems perform as intended. For over 30 years, we have educated HVAC professionals across the country on how to design, sell,…
HVAC School, Free Online HVAC Training, air conditioning training, heating training, refrigeration training. The place to learn some things you’ve forgotten along the way, as well as remind you, of some things you forgot to know in the first place….
HVAC Simulator’s curriculums bridges the theoretical and practical applications of residential systems including Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Air Handlers, and furnaces. Energy efficiency is a by-product of applying fundamental knowledge. Our material incorporates the VARK learning theory. According to this theory, individuals have preferred ways of receiving and processing information, and understanding these preferences can enhance learning outcomes. Multi-model learning, on the other hand, involves incorporating multiple modalities into the learning process to cater to diverse learning styles and improve overall comprehension and retention. HVAC Simulator has a strong, enduring relationship with key members of the Upskill HVAC team, specifically Jim…
Construction Instruction is a building science firm that conducts training events, consultations, applied product research, and media production services. Our company goal is to increase the prevalence of building science training that demonstrates how specific strategies, ideas, and products fit into the overall performance of the house as a system. We are committed to expanding access to training that promotes electrification, sustainability, and building a green workforce….
Conduit Tech is a platform that produces high-quality room-by-room HVAC system sizing calculations, 2D floor plans and 3D models of homes with detailed data on building materials to design, sell and support installation of heat pumps. Conduit Tech is focused on streamlining HVAC design workflows to increase accessibility of high-value careers in HVAC design and sales and increase the adoption of high-efficiency heat pump installations….
Blue Sky Training is a Colorado based green training and workforce development company. Blue Sky specializes in BPI training as well as other trade trainings. Our programs offer real-world training opportunities combined with preparation courses for your certifications. The goal is to enable recently certified professionals to become proficient with field operations. This next generation of training provides additional support and resources so you can rely on the Blue Sky team to be there when you need us the most. Located near Fort Collins Colorado, we are here to assist you on your BPI career path….
Coded Energy is the creator of Kwik Model, an application for quickly and easily creating a 3D computer model of a house with no CAD software or CAD experience. It features cutting edge HVAC design features and ACCA approved Manual J load calculations via “EnergyGauge Loads” a product of the Florida Solar Energy Center. Sold as a package under a single license, they run together as one powerful design tool….
ACCA is the national trade association furthering the interests of HVACR contracting businesses and the broader HVACR industry, committed to bringing together the HVACR community in order to share knowledge and support its members. Whether you are just learning the trade or a seasoned veteran, education is key to keeping up with new technologies and codes. ACCA offers a variety of education platforms In-Person, Virtual, or On-Demand. ACCA’s Quality Standards outline precisely the procedures that contractors should follow when designing, installing, maintaining, repairing, and verifying residential and light commercial HVAC systems….
measureQuick’s software is ideal for measuring a heat pump’s actual efficiency and can prove proper installation techniques have been followed, sharing that peace of mind with the homeowner. The homeowner is the key to shifting the demands of the industry, and we focus our resources on sharing our knowledge with them. Efficiency and longevity of equipment rely heavily on proper installation practices. For once, homeowners can now have a clear understanding of the quality in which their HVAC equipment is installed and operates….
BPI is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an approved developer of American National Standards and personnel certifications. BPI will work with Upskill HVAC to ensure accessibility for all of the relevant BPI Certifications. BPI Certified Contractors are typically companies that are held to the home performance industry’s highest standards. BPI is currently developing a design and commissioning certification of knowledge for cold climate airsource heat pumps and will make that available to the Upskill HVAC team. BPI will support Upskill HVAC and other partners in recruiting workers and contractors to the home performance industry. BPI has…
TruTechTools®, LTD stands at the forefront as a premier eCommerce platform, offering a comprehensive array of essential and cutting-edge tools and test instruments for HVAC installation and commissioning. The tools we provide are the choice of contractors committed to delivering unparalleled quality in the installation and commissioning of HVAC systems, particularly those based on heat pump technology. Together with our tools designed for assessing and enhancing home performance, they form a powerful arsenal for building a green workforce capable of making substantial contributions to comfort, safety, and energy efficiency through the proper installation of heat pumps….
Rewiring America is the leading electrification nonprofit, focused on electrifying our homes, businesses, and communities. We are big promoters of heat pumps, and we have a strong interest in making sure they’re installed well, with happy customers who will spread positive reviews, instead of complaining that they don’t work….
Retrotec specializes in cutting-edge airflow measurement technologies, system optimization tools, and comprehensive training programs designed to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of HVAC systems. Our expertise in accurately sizing heat pumps through building airtightness testing, alongside our broad array of technologies for system airflow measurement and balancing, positions us as a pivotal contributor to the green workforce in the HVAC industry….
The purpose of the US Heat Pump Summit is to convince contractors that they can do better business and create better comfort with heat pumps. The more we can show, vs only tell, how that is possible through use of the Heat Pump Upskill Training Facility, the more contractors we will reach and the more we advance Denver and Colorado’s clean energy sustainability mission….
AccuTools stands at the forefront of building vacuum gauges and hoses, essential tools for assessing the purity of equipment lines prior to refrigerant introduction.Ensuring these lines are clean is a cornerstone of proficient HVAC installation, a practice proven to affect the longevity and performance of the system. This becomes increasingly critical with the introduction of new A2L refrigerants, where the higher acidity levels underscore the importance of maintaining clean lines for optimal operation….
BUILDTank is a practical building think tank whose mission is to use what we learn by applying building science in the field to affect meaningful change in the construction industry. To chase issues that hold the industry back and generate ideas and innovations that move sustainable building into mainstream building. The adoption of heat pump technology is right in line with our mission, and we look forward to effecting meaningful change in the industry by helping to betterbring the technology into our market….
Sauermann’s combustion gas analyzers feature the latest digital and metrology technologies, making measurements more reliable and cutting the amount of time heating engineers need to spend on-site….
The City of Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency (CASR) works to enable a sustainable, resilient, climate-safe future for all Denver residents through collaborative initiatives with government departments and community partners. With ambitious climate goals including significant greenhouse gas reductions by 2025 and 2030, CASR focuses on environmental justice programs, promoting Denver as a hub for green jobs, and implementing innovative solutions to climate change challenges….
HVAC Excellence is a standards organization dedicated to advancing HVAC education, certification and programmatic accreditation emphasizing workforce development. Our mission is to ensure that HVAC professionals are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry, particularly in areas of sustainability and energy efficiency. We have a strong, enduring relationship with key members of the Upskill HVAC team, specifically Jim Bergmann and Joe Medosch. They have demonstrated remarkable proficiency in identifying and resolving major challenges encountered by HVAC customers, contractors, and training programs. If the Upskill HVAC proposal for a training center and training delivery…