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Boston Apartment Building Brought into the Modern Age

High-efficient boilers better regulate the heat in this 1964-era building.

August 9, 2021

Back in the 60s, urban apartment buildings were typically built well. Those good bones often included a solid foundation, brick envelope, square n’ true construction and a sensible design.

Laars Electric Tankless Water Heater

May 10, 2021

The company has announced the launch of its new Powered by Keltech family of fast, reliable and durable commercial and industrial electric tankless water heaters.

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2021 Boiler Report: The Industry is Getting Warmed Up

Coming off the heels of a pandemic, the boiler industry is poised to keep things moving in the right direction — all while keeping safety and comfort top of mind.

May 7, 2021

Linda Noir

PHCPPros spoke to several boiler manufacturers to gauge the pulse of the of the industry. And one thing is clear: The resiliency of everyone who makes the boiler industry move is unstoppable. The market is getting warmed up and everyone is ready to go full steam ahead.

Laars FT Series Combination Boiler and Water Heater

May 5, 2021

The new floor-standing FT Series Combination Boiler and Water Heater is the only residential combi boiler that delivers uninterrupted home heat and on-demand hot water simultaneously.

Laars Heating Systems Names Rich Simons Senior Vice President and General Manager

March 2, 2021

Bradford White Corp. subsidiary recognizes the experienced executive's contributions to the company and industry with promotion to new role.

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Heating Community Helps Love INC

Pennsylvania transitional home with heating equipment dating back to the 1970s gets a much-needed boost.

August 31, 2020

John Vastyan

Love INC Pennsylvania transitional home with heating equipment dating back to the 1970s gets a mechanical boost.

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PHCPPros 2020 Heating Season Preview

Hydronics manufacturers navigate an uncertain future.

August 10, 2020

When the COVID-19 crisis began last March, a significant portion of the hydronic heating and HVAC market fell precipitously.

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2020 Boiler Report

Manufacturers report on new regulations and technology that will shape the future of the boiler industry.

May 4, 2020

Linda Noir

Amid this global pandemic, manufacturers of all shapes and strides find themselves adjusting and adapting to changing times. For the boiler industry, this is an especially critical time as the products and services that come from our manufacturers are not only essential, they are lifesaving.

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AHR Expo 2020

Day-by-day recap of the PHCPPros team’s adventures.

March 30, 2020

Ashlei Williams

Sunny Orlando did not disappoint for the 2020 AHR Expo. How could it with the Super Bowl setting the stage on Sunday just up the road in Miami?

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New Ulm High School’s Hydronic System Earns an A+

New HVAC system provides comfort for 1,000 students – and even a school of fish in the new greenhouse.

February 5, 2020

John Vastyan

The new, New Ulm High School, a modern beauty constructed at a cost of $47 million, won high praise after its completion last year.

LAARS OmniTherm Near Condensing Boilers

January 30, 2020

The new OmniTherm series of near condensing boilers and volume water heaters includes industry leading electronic air-to-fuel ratio control, long-life stainless steel heat exchangers, and the Laars Linc icon-driven control system.

LAARS MagnaTherm HTD with Tru Trac O2 Trim and LAARS LINC Controls

September 27, 2019

The new series of condensing boilers and volume water heaters boasts real time O₂ trim compensation that maintains ideal air-to-fuel ratios and full 20:1 turndown on all sizes to match varying load profiles.

Industry Veteran Lou Vorsteveld Joins Laars Heating Systems as Director of Engineering

September 13, 2019

Vorsteveld will oversee Laars’ engineering functions, including project execution, design quality, strategic technology direction and development, and optimal design for manufacturing.

LAARS Announces Broad Expansion of Commercial Product Lines

July 10, 2019

According to Brody, Laars leadership made deliberate, ongoing investments in people, technology and production capabilities, all with the goal to quickly bring these products to market to fill customer needs.

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Boiler Report 2019

Manufacturers report on regulatory matters and share trends, such as condensing boilers, energy efficiency and connectivity, that are driving the hydronics market.

May 6, 2019

Ronnie Wendt

Annual Boiler Report includes insight into regulations and trends driving the heating market.

LAARS Pennant with LAARS Linc Control Platform

April 5, 2019

Available in seven sizes from 500 to 2000 MBH, natural or LP gas, 85 percent thermal efficiency, up to 4:1 stage firing, and qualify as low NOx emission.

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The Big Game: 2019 AHR Expo

Annual show warms up Atlanta with large crowds before its Super Bowl hosting.

March 4, 2019

Ashlei Williams

Technology such as the Internet of Things and building automation control are trends that will be the focus for exhibitors over the next year.

It’s Heating Up in the Land of a Thousand Lakes

A Minnesota Housing Project gets the energy/comfort upgrade.

May 14, 2018

Recent work on a section 8 housing community.

Boiler Report 2018

Efficiency, space and technology lead the advancements in boiler industry.

April 30, 2018

Sharon Rehana

Manufacturers talk what’s hot, and what’s not with boilers in 2018.

Laars Pennant Boiler/Volume Water Heater

March 28, 2018

The line of boilers and water heaters are environmentally friendly commercial systems for hydronic and hot water applications.

Laars Pennant Boiler and Volume Water Heater

January 25, 2018

A variety of models offer exceptional flexibility

Laars Mascot FT Combination Boiler and Water Heater

September 14, 2017

This combi-boiler is offered in in either natural gas of LP-fired models and is available in multiple configurations.

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Laars Outdoor NeoTherm Boiler/Volume Water Heater

August 8, 2017

The product comes in eight sizes that range from 150 to 850 MBH.

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Steady Growth Buoys Industry

The boiler industry is going full steam ahead with advancements that provide comfort and more.

May 11, 2017

Sharon Rehana

In today’s marketplace, manufacturers must constantly look for innovative ways to grow their business. With buzzwords like “energy efficiency,” “smart”...