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Associations

American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA) is a national association representing the manufacturers of commercial, industrial and utility steam generating and fuel burning equipment, as well as suppliers to the industry. The primary goal of ABMA is to promote the common business interests of the boiler manufacturing industry and to promote the safe, environmentally friendly use of the products and services of its members.
The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) is a voluntary, nonprofit organization comprised of the manufacturers of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating products. More than 90 percent of the air conditioning and refrigeration machinery and components manufactured in the United States is produced by members of ARI.
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE) An international organization of 50,000 persons throughout the world. The Society is organized for the sole purpose of advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration for the public's benefit through research, standards writing, continuing education, and publications.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) The premier organization for promoting the art, science, and practice of mechanical engineering throughout the world. Also see ASME Codes and Standards
American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) is the international organization for professionals skilled in the design, specification, and inspection of plumbing systems.
Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) was created by U.S. electric utilities in 1973. EPRI is one of America's oldest and largest research consortia, with some 700 members and an annual budget of about $500 million.
The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA) is a national trade association whose members manufacturer appliances, components and related products used in connection with space heating, water heating, and commercial food service.
Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) is a not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to advancing the science of wholesale distribution in the HVACR industry.
Hydraulic Institute A non-profit industry association founded in 1917, the Hydraulic Institute is dedicated to excellence in the engineering, manufacture and application of pumping equipment Today, most major pump manufacturers are active members. The mission of the Hydraulic Institute is to promote the pump industry in the United States and to enhance the effective, efficient and economic use of pump products worldwide.
IEEE Standards is a world leader in the development and dissemination of voluntary, consensus-based industry standards involving today's leading-edge electrotechnology.
International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) was established in 1987 to advance geothermal / ground source heat pump technology on local, state, national, and International levels.
Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) The more than 1,300 contractors that proudly call themselves members of the MCAA are dedicated to excellence and committed to quality. MCAA members deliver construction that moves quickly and efficiently. Their jobs are problem free and safe.
National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers (NAOHSM) NAOHSM is the only industry association devoted exclusively to the education and advancement of oil heat service professionals.
National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) A professional technical society dedicated to protecting the environment, promoting public safety, and reducing the economic impact of corrosion by advancing the knowledge of corrosion engineering.
The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) UL is the trusted source across the globe for product compliance. Benefiting a range of customers - from manufacturers and retailers to consumers and regulating bodies - they've tested products for public safety for more than a century.

Magazines

Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News The magazine for Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration industries.
Consulting-Specifying Engineer The magazine for professional engineers who design mechanical, electrical, electronic and related systems for commercial and institutional new building and retrofit projects. It has a circulation of 47,500 and is published 13 times a year.
Contracting-Business Interactive HVAC industry information. Contains both professional and consumer sections.
Contractor The Newsmagazine of Mechanical Contracting
Fuel Oil News website developed for the Retail Petroleum Industry. Contains editorials, news and trends, fuel price index, and much more.
Energy User News All areas of building management relating to energy-intensive building systems plus fuel and power acquisition.
Engineered Systems serves the growing $100-billion-plus mechanical engineered systems market in the areas of building construction, renovation and retrofit. Each month HPAC Engineering publishes timely, authoritative articles about hvacr systems, piping and plumbing systems, controls, cogeneration and other related areas.
HPAC Engineering provides practical, application-orientated information to assist facility engineers, consulting engineers, and mechanical contractors who design, specify, install, maintain, and purchase non-residential HVACR equipment and components.
Impeller.net is an online magazine containing the latest news from the world of pumps.
Liquids Handling Magazine is unrivalled as the UK's only journal totally dedicated to fluids processing, handling, and technology.
Oil & Energy, the official publication of the New England Fuel Institute, is written for independent fuel oil and HVAC contractors throughout the land.
Plant Engineering The magazine for industrial plant engineering professionals responsible for the maintenance and operations of plant facilities and equipment systems.
Plumbing & Mechanical serves over 43,000 plumbing-heating-piping contractors.
Plumbing Systems & Design The official publication of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers, it is the magazine for plumbing engineers, designers, specifiers, code officials, contractors, manufacturers and master plumbers.
PM Engineer Provides specifying and consulting engineers with the most accurate and enlightening information to help them succeed in their technical and business endeavors.
Pump Zone Pumps and Systems magazine - Dedicated to answering the needs of pump users and professionals with technical articles, software, and advice.
IMPO magazine Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation is a monthly magazine whose readers are responsible for keeping America's industrial plants running efficiently, safely, and in compliance with environmental regulations.
World Pumps The international magazine for pump professionals provides product and business news, technical articles and other useful information.