Before the 1950s, air conditioning was primarily used in industrial applications and public spaces like movie theaters and luxury hotels. However, with the economic boom following World War II, there was a significant increase in the standard of living in the United States, and many people could afford more comfortable homes. Continue reading “What Era Did Residential AC Units Become Affordable and Accessible?”
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Why is R Often Added to HVAC?
The term HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Sometimes an “R” is added for Refrigeration – HVACR, because the same principles that cool a home also keep a refrigerator cold.
Both an air conditioning system and refrigerator use the principles of refrigeration to remove heat and provide cooling. Continue reading “Why is R Often Added to HVAC?”