HVAC Directory - Associations

HVAC DIRECTORY - ASSOCIATIONS

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Phone: 800-527-4723

ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is an international organization of 51,000 persons. ASHRAE fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through
research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education.

Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES)

Phone: 800-297-5660

Leading education, training and certification preparation organization for HVACR professionals. RSES publishes various comprehensive industry training and reference materials in addition to delivering superior educational programs designed to
benefit HVACR professionals.

United Association (UA)

Phone: 410-269-2000
Union of Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and HVAC Service Techs.
The UA boasts the premier training programs available in the industry today, including five-year apprenticeship programs, extensive journeyman training organized instructor training, and certification programs.

Air Conditioning Contractors of America - (ACCA) Representing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration contractors.
Air Diffusion Council (ADC) - trade association for flexible duct manufacturers and suppliers in North America.
Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute - (ARI) national trade association representing manufacturers of more than 90 percent of North American produced central air-conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment.
American Boiler Manufacturers Association - (ABMA) represents manufacturers of commercial, industrial and utility steam generating and fuel burning equipment, as well as industry suppliers.
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
The American Society of Professional Estimators serves construction estimators by providing education, fellowship, and opportunity for professional development.(ASPE)
Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) - largest, dedicated network in the facility, maintenance, and plant operations professions.
Heating, Air conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International - (HARDI) A not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to advancing the science of wholesale distribution in the HVACR industry.
Heavy Equipment School - National Association of Heavy Equipment Training schools provides accredited training for heavy equipment and crane operators training courses.
Hydronic Heating Association - Members included contractors, wholesalers and manufacturers. Mission is to set industry standards, educate contractors, and inform the public. Includes membership, articles, and contact information.
HVACExcellence.org - Over 75,000 Strong…and Growing! HVAC Excellence is the largest provider of certification in the HVACR industry. More
HVAC Fun -HVAC-Refrigeration worker stories and fundamentals.
Independent Manufacturers Representatives - (AIM/R) Trade association of independent sales representatives in the plumbing, heating, cooling, and piping industry. Membership, newsletter, and contact information.
LONMARK International - Global membership organization created to promote and advance the business of efficient and effective integration of open, multi-vendor control systems utilizing ANSI/EIA/CEA 709.1 and related standards.
National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA)
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association - (PHCC) PHCC has been advocate for plumbing, heating and cooling contractors since 1883.
Radiant Panel Association - (RPA) Your key to the world of Radiant Heating and Cooling technology.
RSES High-quality online training developed by leading HVACR experts.
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) - represents mechanical and sheet metal firms, and is responsible for developing technical standards for sheet metal and HVAC fabrication, manufacturing, and installation.
United Association (UA) - Union of Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and HVAC Service Techs. The UA boasts the premier training programs available in the industry today, including five-year apprenticeship programs, extensive journeyman training organized instructor training, and certification programs.