It has been said that if you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life. When it comes to HVAC, the same is true: if you love problem identification and problem resolution, HVAC is just another day in paradise.

Though rain tried to ruin our day, all did not allow such defeat to happen and worked through it all… that’s just what HVAC technicians do!

HVACTA Another Day in Paradise

For those following our posts, it’s easy to get the picture of what HVAC Technical Academy is all about… all participants work hard… every day.

To be clear, the HVACTA track is designed for those individuals who learn best by doing. If you are looking for an easy and slow ride, no need to punch your ticket here. In other words, get ready to learn and work from week one.

Looking forward to being part of this journey. For those interested in HVAC as a career, give me a call.

Danny

It has been said a picture can say a thousand words. Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared quite a few pictures… thus many thousands of words. So far, what are your thoughts?

HVACTA: All About Doing

Today we were interrupted (briefly) by showers… but a little rain is not going to keep us from doing! Ultimately today found all completing individual projects ranging from performing complete preventive maintenances to replacing (and diagnosing) heat strips, blower wheels, and a little bit of air flow action. After drying off, all went back to doing what they love doing… yep… HVAC!

Our 6-week HVAC workshop gets results and gets participants prepared to enter a career quickly with the knowledge, skills, and ability for success.

Interested in getting into the HVAC industry in less than two months, consider HVAC Technical Academy.

Danny

We had a great and progressive last week… this week promises to be even more advanced. We began getting serious about performing a preventive maintenance as this activity is a central element for all HVAC Service Technicians. At HVAC Technical Academy, we begin with group maintenance projects and filter to individual projects, including component replacement/diagnostics, recovery, vacuum, box building, and yes, preventive maintenance, just to name a few of the hands-on activities all perform.

Tuesdays are all about HVAC

At HVAC Technical Academy, we begin with group maintenance projects and filter to individual projects, including component replacement/diagnostics, recovery, vacuum, box building, and yes, preventive maintenance, just to name a few of the hands-on activities all perform.

PM maintenance allows each to take advantage of their tools, individual insight, and customer service scenarios, all at the same time. Talk about a huge advantage, to be this freaking prepared!

Digging deep into customer service, Mrs. Smith is one of our favorite residents. Oddly enough, seems like every day we visit her location multiple times a day… go figure. I do believe

HVACTA is dedicated to building YOUR HVAC knowledge, skills, and abilities, all in six weeks. Interested in getting into the HVAC industry, consider HVAC Technical Academy.

Danny

After inspired design work, the group completed flex work without hesitation. We decided to get creative with the runs… check out the photos. Over the next three weeks we will be troubleshooting and getting down to HVAC hands on basics, component swaps, more brazing, lots of PM’s, and that’s just to name a few hands-on stuff we will tackle

Flexing like a Pro

Definitely proud of the product given the limitations presented (which was intentional). After all, getting the job done, even in the most confined spaces, is part of the job. That’s what we do here, make it a challenge and this gives all an advantage.

Looking for an in-demand career, HVAC may be the path. Give me a call and let’s find out.

Danny

Mrs. Smith, our standing resident, is cheerful and totally excited about cooling comfort near completion. The group has been working overtime!

HVACTA: Plenum and Air Flow Progress

The group excelled in the new system project, let’s take a look at the distribution boxes, flex progression, and registers — imagine cold air turning discomfort into comfort.

From wiring to the vacuum, to everything in between, all got their hands in the groove. Come to think of it, the BEST way to learn the life of an HVAC technician IS to learn by doing. There were few minor do-overs along the way but that’s to be expected. After all, without challenges and overcoming issues, growth will never happen.

HVAC Technical Academy is about your personal and professional growth… and when it comes to the HVAC industry, we are pretty awesome.

If you enjoy daily challenges, working with your hands, and never a dull moment, the HVAC industry may be a good fit for you and HVAC Technical Academy can help you get there quickly, we are talking six weeks.

Danny

For those who experienced discoloration (cannot say the “m” word here) atop your air handler, improper plenum construction and implementation is most likely the cause. One of the many hands-on tasks at HVAC Technical Academy concentrates on is proper supply plenum construction and attachment.

Plenum and Air Distribution

A supply plenum is an enclosed chamber directly connected to the outlet of an HVAC unit, such as a furnace, air conditioner, or heat pump. Its purpose is to act as a central distribution manifold, gathering conditioned air (heated or cooled) from the equipment and evenly distributing it to the various supply ducts that lead to different rooms throughout a building.

Here’s why the plenum distribution box is critical to your cooling comfort:

* It equalizes air pressure before air enters the ducts, preventing “hot spots” or inconsistent airflow in different rooms.
* The box helps absorb sound from high-velocity airflow or mechanical system vibrations
* It serves as the starting point for branching out multiple duct lines to various areas of the home.
* Many plenum boxes, especially return ones, house the system’s air filters to protect internal components from dust and debris.

The group began working on their supply plenum project last Friday, do check in over the next couple of days to check out their progress.

If you enjoy daily challenges, working with your hands, and never a dull moment, the HVAC industry may be a good fit for you and HVAC Technical Academy can help you get there quickly, we are talking six weeks.

Danny

With appreciation and recognition, giving TruTech Tools a HUGE thank you for supporting and partnering with 2^nd Chance University.  We are a nonprofit supporting justice-involved individuals, military veterans, and the disenfranchised as they enhance existing knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA), gain new ones, and take meaningful steps toward long-term success.

Through an extensive six-week HVAC workshop (in cooperation with HVAC Technical Academy), we help individuals reenter society with confidence, purpose, and the tools they need to build a better future.

With TruTech Tools on our side, we are bringing more than hope, we are bringing REAL change for individuals, families, and communities.

TruTech Tools, a much-Appreciated Partner

All participants going through our HVAC program experience an extensive hands-on style of learning and this is where we owe a great deal of gratitude to TruTech Tools.

From meters to digital gauges to big boy hoses, all gain valuable experience from vacuuming to system swaps to testing to diagnosing to working with recovery machines to just about everything in between, gainful employment is impressive… much due to TruTech Tools.

On a personal note, I’ve met (and had lunch with many from TruTech Tools at 4^th Street Bar & Grill here in Lake Mary, Florida) and can genuinely say TruTech Tools AND the folks behind the name care about what they do and treat everyone with professionalism and respect. Naturally I could not complete this note without a special shout-out for Greg and Eric.

With total respect and appreciation, thank you for your continued support. We look forward to bringing about progressive change for many more over the years.

Danny

I’ve heard it said HVAC and pizza belong together like sun and shine. At HVAC Technical Academy we carry on the tradition of this unification by way of appreciating the work and progress each participant experiences as they begin their HVAC journey.

HVAC and Pizza, OH YEAH

Thankful for Wacky Wednesday, today is not just another day here at HVACTA. With a hands-one approach to learning, we combine multiple learning styles to pave the path toward personal and professional success.

We are not just an HVAC six-week workshop, our methods are guided by building lasting relationships, personal growth, and practical knowledge while mixing hands-on, theory, and safety grounding each step in the path.

This terms group is solid, eager, and committed to their success, and I am personally honored to be part of their life-long journey.

With much appreciation,

Danny

Getting all hands-on deck, this week we are getting down with a total of three system swaps. Hard to believe this group is advancing to this point so quickly… needless to say, I have confidence everyone’s knowledge, skills and abilities will progress smoothly.

HVACTA System Swap in Action

Though there were a few struggles, clarity and resolve remained focused for all. Provided are a couple photos of the first-time experience… I can’t wait to see what happens tomorrow!

Here’s a quick summary of what the installation process requires:

Refrigerant Recovery: Safely removing old refrigerant according to EPA regulations.
Removal: Disconnecting electrical and gas lines to remove the old indoor and outdoor units.
Installation: Setting the new units, connecting new refrigerant lines, and upgrading the thermostat.
Testing: Pressurizing the lines, pulling a vacuum to remove moisture, and calibrating airflow.

Yep, we do it all, and so shall YOU!

Interested in a career in the HVAC industry, consider HVAC Technical Academy to help you get on the path quickly and effectively. Looking forward to hearing from you soon as enrollment is happening NOW.

Danny

Today marks the first day of week three… over the past two weeks all have working hard and riding the HVAC track inside and outside… and it is going to be a steady and progressive ride for the next four weeks.

Over the past couple days all became involved with a completely new system equipment swap. I know, it is hard to imagine that before the conclusion of two weeks the group is ready to work on a system swap.

Living the HVAC Way

Over the week we will tag along this journey. Please join us as we live the HVAC way!

For those following our posts, it’s easy to get the picture of what HVAC Technical Academy is all about… all participants work hard… every day.

To be clear, the HVACTA track is designed for those individuals who learn best by doing. If you are looking for an easy and slow ride, no need to punch your ticket here. In other words, get ready to learn and work from week one.

Looking forward to being part of this journey. For those interested in HVAC as a career, give me a call.

Danny