MACS partners with MAACA for mutual member benefits
September 18, 2023
The Mobile Air Climate Systems Association (MACS) and the Mid-Atlantic Auto Care Alliance (MAACA) partner to promote training and mutual Association benefits. Through December 31, 2023, members of either MACS...Read Article >
European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) accepting comments on PFAS rules
September 13, 2023
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) continues to accept comments on the proposed use restrictions to thousands of chemicals commonly found in automotive and other applications related to PFAS. PFAS stands...Read Article >
Interior Heating Evolution
November 1, 2022
In the last 120 years, automotive passenger heating has evolved dramatically from open carriage-type automobiles with little occupant protection from the elements to complex electric vehicle (EV) heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.Read Article >
North American Vehicle and Consumer Trends
October 28, 2022
A look at the latest population trends for light vehicles in North America. Presenters will provide insight on replacement rates for popular A/C products and talk about the changing trends in engine size, vehicle segments, electrification, and more.Read Article >
Electric Compressors, EV System Enhancements and Heat Pumps
October 26, 2022
EV and hybrid manufacturers are searching for every yard/meter of range they can squeeze out of their vehicles. In the race to get their newest offerings into the driveways of consumers, range is a major factor. HVAC can severely effect vehicle range, and engineers are doing everything possible to reduce the impact of this creature comfort/necessity.Read Article >
Staying RRR current
October 25, 2022
The refrigerant checked out fine. No contamination with other refrigerants and no air contamination. Their machine pulled 30 ounces out of that system.Read Article >
The Changing Serpentine Belt Drive World
October 20, 2022
Serpentine belt system diagnostics are important. How do we know if the belt, tensioner, or idlers are failing? What are the consequences to the accessories in the system if the belt, tensioner, and idlers are past their useful life span? Plus, where is technology taking us in the serpentine belt drive world? Learn the answers to these questions in this session.Read Article >
Global Parts Distributors to exhibit
October 18, 2022
All GPD products are designed to meet/exceed OE fit, form, and function. Product lines include compressor, condensers, cooling fans, electrical components and engine management sensors, evaporators, expansion valves, fittings, heater cores, hose assemblies, radiators, tools, chemicals, service items, and ‘Do It Right the First Time Kits’: Compressor Kits, Kits Plus, System Service Kits, Blower Motor Kits, as well as application specific O-Ring Rapid Seal Kits (included w/ Compressors Kits, Kits Plus, and System Service Kits) and Cap and Valve kits.Read Article >
Southwest Air Products Joins MACS Trade Show
October 13, 2022
Southwest Air Products has been around for over 60 years supporting automotive, residential/commercial HVAC systems, sundries and clean rooms.Read Article >
Refrigerant overcharge
October 5, 2022
A shop could end up with an overcharge of refrigerant in a system and a resulting performance problem and waste a lot of time trying to diagnose what the problem is.Read Article >
Honeywell to show Solstice yf with dye at MACS
October 3, 2022
Honeywell to show Solstice yf with dye at MACS 2023 Training Event and Trade Show.Read Article >
Visit Tracer at MACS Training Event
September 28, 2022
Proudly made in the U.S.A., Tracer Products is a family-owned company with three generations of experience in delivering award-winning professional service and the industry’s most powerful leak detection dyes, inspection lamps and diagnostic tools. Today, major OEMs around the world trust the Tracerline brand. Over 300 million vehicles have used Tracerline’s UV fluorescent leak detection dyes to ensure quality and system integrity.Read Article >
