Carrier and its portfolio of HVAC, refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies had 2017 sales of $17.8 billion.

ASHRAE provided testimony focused on the technical tools, standards and guidelines it develops that can help government – and the private sector – deliver on energy efficiency and building performance.

Autodesk intends to integrate PlanGrid's software and its Autodesk Revit and Autodesk BIM 360 construction-management platform.

Each fitting has a green visual indicator to let the installer know that a sound and permanent connection has been made.

'The broader home services market represents a significant, untapped opportunity for growth.'