By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer

(June 25, 2020) The Worcester County Board of Education on Tuesday, June 16, approved its $116.2 million operating budget for the 2021 fiscal year.

Of that total, $95.2 million is from the Worcester County Commissioners, for an increase in local spending of $2.8 million

Of that increase, $633,000 is allocated for one-time capital projects.

The funding for one-time capital projects is divided into $283,000 for schematic and design development fees for Stephen Decatur Middle School, $200,000 for additional HVAC unit replacements and $150,000 for central office improvements.

The other nearly $20 million came from the state, and the remaining $792,463 came from other revenue sources.

In addition to the increase in unrestricted funding, Worcester County approved $50,000 in local restricted grant funding to continue the Pocomoke Middle School Afterschool Program.

Toward expenditure increases, the 2021 fiscal year budget includes $468,104 for new positions.

Vince Tolbert

They are being funded by health insurance savings that have been recognized this year, said Chief Financial Officer Vince Tolbert. Theres two behavioral health workers the need for mental health in our school systems continue to increase, and were adding these two behavioral health workers to help address that need.

Showell Elementary will add an art teacher, a guidance counselor, a 10-month secretary, a part-time nurse and two more custodians.

The budget includes salary increases, totaling $2.4 million, and $59,816 will go to employee pension costs.

Tolbert added that there is a $200,000 funding increase for tuition reimbursements and $150,000 will be used for technology upgrades.

Another $1,500 will go toward SkillsUSA program.

During the meeting, the school board approved an updated bus contract, which involves the following increases: a 2 percent increase in hourly, mileage and PVA rates, $32,000 for contractors purchasing new buses and $200,000 for support increased transportation costs.

For more information, visit worcesterk12.org.

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Trusted Business Insights answers what are the scenarios for growth and recovery and whether there will be any lasting structural impact from the unfolding crisis for the HVAC Control Systems market.

Trusted Business Insights presents an updated and Latest Study on HVAC Control Systems Market 2019-2026. The report contains market predictions related to market size, revenue, production, CAGR, Consumption, gross margin, price, and other substantial factors. While emphasizing the key driving and restraining forces for this market, the report also offers a complete study of the future trends and developments of the market.The report further elaborates on the micro and macroeconomic aspects including the socio-political landscape that is anticipated to shape the demand of the HVAC Control Systems market during the forecast period (2019-2029).It also examines the role of the leading market players involved in the industry including their corporate overview, financial summary, and SWOT analysis.

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Industry Insights, Market Size, CAGR, High-Level Analysis: HVAC Control Systems Market

The global HVAC control systems market size was valued at USD 13.1 billion in 2018 and is expected to register a CAGR of 12.2% from 2019 to 2025. The anticipated market growth is attributed to ascending demand for building automation systems, coupled with technological advancements associated with HVAC control units. Furthermore, rising customer inclination towards comfort has increased the demand for HVAC controls that can be operated remotely. All these factors are expected to positively influence the market over the forecast period.Demand for HVAC equipment is soaring owing to an increase in construction sector spending, rapid urbanization, and rising disposable incomes across major economies. Another major factor contributing to increased HVAC demand across the globe is climate change. Due to rising temperature and unpredictable climatic conditions, HVAC equipment have become a necessity rather than comfort. As control systems are intrinsic to all HVAC equipment, the growing demand for HVAC equipment is further expected to fuel market growth.

The HVAC control systems market is expected to experience considerable growth owing to government initiatives aimed at creating a green, clean, and sustainable environment. Several governments around the world are offering financial benefits to promote use of energy saving equipment in both residential and commercial spaces. For instance, the U.S. government introduced the Energy Policy Act of 2005, which provides a tax deduction of up to USD 1.80 per square foot for new commercial buildings. The tax benefit is awarded to buildings that reduce regulated energy consumption by 50 percent relative to the requirements stated in the 2001 new construction standard developed by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE 90.1). Such government initiatives, along with rising awareness about environmental degradation and energy management, are expected to upkeep the demand for energy efficient HVAC control systems.The demand for HVAC controls is also anticipated to gain momentum owing to the introduction of technologically advanced smart controls. Manufacturers are focusing on providing Internet of Things (IoT) enabled HVAC control systems to support connectivity and home automation. For instance, CoolAutomation ltd. has designed a smart HVAC controller named ControlPad for home automation. The controller is equipped with the RS485 network and ASCII interface that helps in communicating with multiple equipment such as heating, cooling, lighting, and curtains.The need for replacement of existing old control systems with newer, more sophisticated controllers is expected to fuel the market growth. Advanced systems offer numerous benefits over existing systems, including reduced operating costs and increased energy efficiency. Thus, retrofits, replacements, and incremental upgrades to existing systems are expected to drive the market in developed economies such as U.S., U.K., Germany, and Japan. Moreover, advancements in functionalities of HVAC sensors used to measure CO2, humidity, occupancy, and temperature are also expected to upkeep the market demand over the forecast period.

Component Insights of HVAC Control Systems Market

Components that constitute an HVAC control unit include sensors, controllers, and controlled devices. The sensor is an imperative component used to measure the environmental variables such as temperature and humidity. This information is then communicated to the controllers and used to maintain a controlled environment. Although multiple sensors are used in HVAC control systems, temperature sensors are most commonly used. Other sensors used include humidity, occupancy, economizer, dew point, and CO2 sensors. The sensors segment held the largest market share in 2018 and is expected to dominate the market throughout the forecast period.The controllers segment is expected to register a CAGR of more than 11.0% from 2019 to 2025. The high growth rate is attributed to the increasing use of thermostats across the globe. Thermostats are the most commonly used controllers that maintain the desired temperature by switching the heating/cooling device on or off. Some thermostats maintain temperature by regulating the flow of a heat transfer fluid.

Application Insights of HVAC Control Systems Market

Based on application type, the market has been segmented into residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC control systems. The residential segment dominated the overall market in 2018, accounting for more than 50% of the revenue share. Increasing HVAC demand across the residential sector, particularly in developing economies, was a major factor contributing to high market share. This trend is expected to continue over the forecast period, further driving market growth.The commercial segment is expected to witness a CAGR of approximately 10.0% over the forecast period. Increased construction spending in the commercial sector, particularly in the Middle East and developed countries such as the U.S., are expected to boost segment growth. Increased deployment of building management systems in commercial buildings, government initiatives that promote use of environmental friendly HVAC systems, and availability of energy efficient HVAC controls are also fuelling product demand in the commercial segment.System InsightsBased on system, the HVAC control systems market has been segregated into temperature and humidity control, ventilation control, and integrated control systems. In 2018, the temperature and humidity control system segment accounted for over 40% of the overall revenue. High market share of the segment is attributed to rising adoption of heating and cooling equipment across the globe.Companies focus on offering systems that combine temperature and humidity control capabilities in a single unit. For instance, Preservatech offers Maxi T control unit equipped to manage humidity and temperature and also includes an interactive display panel for ease of operation. Similarly, Munters offers ML Plus standalone system provides dehumidification and is incorporated with temperature and humidity control. Owing to the onset of such systems that offer temperature and humidity control through single units, the segment is expected to continue its dominance over the next six years.

Meanwhile, the integrated control system segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of more than 12.0% over the forecast period. Integrated control systems include the combination of ventilation, temperature, humidity, and other control systems. Combining all the systems offers convenience to the users and also saves space.In an attempt to sustain competition, certain companies are providing integration solutions for HVAC control systems manufactured by other OEMs. For instance, Integrated Controls Environmental, LLC (ICE), a building management service operator, provides integrated systems that are manufactured by Automated Logic Corporation.

Regional Insights of HVAC Control Systems Market

The Asia Pacific market dominated the overall industry in 2018 and accounted for over 40% of the revenue that year. The regional market is likely to retain its dominance over the forecast period as well. The growth is attributed to increasing demand from emerging economies such as China and India. Furthermore, rising disposable income, coupled with availability of low-priced systems in these countries, is anticipated to intensify the competition in the region.North America is expected to witness substantial growth, registering a CAGR of more than 10.0% from 2019 to 2025. The regional HVAC equipment market has achieved stability over the years. However, the need to replace or upgrade the existing aging systems with newer control systems is anticipated to drive market growth in the region. Another major reason for the expected growth is a higher percentage of smart homes particularly in the U.S. The connected devices in smart homes allow integration of smart HVAC control systems, which provides ease of control and increased efficiency. Additionally, the region is characterized by the presence of manufacturers, OEMs, and a large consumer base. Companies such as Honeywell International, Nest, and Johnson Controls based in the region are significantly contributing to the growth of the market.

Market Share Insights of HVAC Control Systems Market

The market is consolidated and is characterized by high competition. Key players operating in the market include Honeywell International, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Delta Controls, Nest, Ingersoll-Rand plc, and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. These market players particularly focus on entering into mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures/collaborations in order to enhance their market presence.Market players are increasingly investing in research and development in response to the growing demand for advanced technology from developed economies. For instance, In June 2019, Telstar announced its Smart Cleanroom, an innovative HVAC control system for pharmaceutical companies that considerably reduces energy consumption and operational costs. The advent of smart control systems and the use of IoT are anticipated to boost the growth of the market over the forecast period.

Segmentations, Sub Segmentations, CAGR, & High-Level Analysis overview of HVAC Control Systems Market Research ReportThe report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2015 to 2025. For the purpose of this study, this market research report has segmented the global HVAC control systems market report based on component, system, application, and region:

Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 2030)

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Ventilation Control

Integrated Control

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Residents of Fort Hood Family Housing, operated by Lendlease LLC, received an update Friday, on summertime projects and improvements to on-post housing areas.

Among the home improvement projects underway, Lendlease noted in a press release Friday that it has replaced over 750 roofs throughout multiple neighborhoods and is scheduled to replace over 250 shingle roofs in the next eight months.

Additionally, the release stated there are more than 1,500 heating and cooling system replacements in progress, with more than 50 percent completed to date. Additionally, there are various upgrades and improvements to almost 300 homes in legacy Comanche III Village to include HVAC and appliance replacements, new front, interior and sliding glass doors, plumbing and lighting fixture updates, new vinyl tile bathrooms, kitchen and utility rooms, and carpet flooring in bedrooms.

We are committed to providing safe and healthy homes where our families can live, work and thrive, and these projects exemplify how we continue to do so in a proactive, thoughtful way, Chris Albus, project director for Fort Hood Family Housing, who is also an Army retiree, said. Should residents have any questions about any of the activity in their community, they are encouraged to reach out to our community managers or myself who will be more than happy to assist.

According to Fridays release, the Army approved a new exterior project to repair roofing and stucco/stone siding in four neighborhood villages: Comanche II, Comanche III East and West, Kouma II and III, and Montague III and IV.

This work is being necessitated due to the age of certain homes and a corresponding potential water intrusion, which FHFH swiftly and proactively identified and has been working diligently to investigate, the release stated. We have been able to isolate and identify potential issues requiring attention and have prepared a detailed plan to address and repair the impacted homes.

This work, fully funded from FHFHs capital re-investment account, will begin this month and is expected to last approximately 15 months.

While all FHFH residents received a status update regarding all ongoing projects via email June 5, those residents directly impacted by the improvement projects received a second email providing additional details.

Furthermore, residents who will receive work on their home will be notified two-weeks prior to work commencing, and again, 48 hours before work commences, the Lendlease release stated.

A website, https://www.forthoodfh.com/exterior-home-repairs, has been established to communicate with Fort Hood residents regarding the scope of work, responses to frequently asked questions and maps showing impacted areas.

According to Lendlease, the work is being performed by a qualified third-party company with oversight by a FHFH project management team, along with the Armys Directorate of Public Works and a third-party, independent architectural, engineering and building science firm. Resident health is not a risk while work is being performed, as confirmed by third-party health consultants.

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AirThreds began with a mission to find the best solution for one of the most easily forgotten home comfort systems, the furnace.

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Transitioning to hot weather means its time to turn up the A/C. While our homes cant get enough of that powerful cool breeze, 82 percent of Americans fail to change their air filter on a regular basis to ensure that refreshing air is clean.

AirThreds is a recycle-friendly concept further benefiting homeowners with a machine washable design that lasts. While the product might seem like a small consumer convenience, something as simple as a clean air filter can financially impact a homeowner. Furnaces, just like people, require regular attention to stay healthy and theyre often neglected until its too late. Replacing an HVAC system is likely the second most expensive home repair behind replacing the roof.

In addition to preventing costly repairs, this summers indoor air quality has become an important topic as 90 percent of people are spending 20 hours inside each day during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The typical disposable HVAC filter is made most commonly with polyester or fiberglass woven fibers. They can also expose you to dust, dirt and even potentially harmful chemicals.

AirThreds brings more awareness to the waste these disposable products create. Due to their materials, many cities will not accept them in recycle programs.

An AirThred filter on the other hand is both reusable and made with 100 percent recyclable materials. In addition to utilizing eco-friendly materials, these filter fibers were designed to work smarter, not harder.

Not only do they create the perfect balance between airflow and particle capture, the fabric is antimicrobial treated. This helps prevent bacteria, mold and allergens that collect on a filter from blowing back into your home. Its one extra benefit for those suffering from asthma, allergies and those more susceptible to illness.

AirThreds retail for $59, but for cost comparison, one outlasts the life of 36 disposable filters. They come available in standard HVAC sizes.

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) With the economic uncertainties from the coronavirus, we here at ABC 27 are shining a light on businesses that are doing their part to help out the community while keeping their business open.

A local air conditioning company has come up with a cool way to give back to the community.

It's the time of year again when air conditioning bills will be climbing back up. And it's even more painful for those impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, who can't pay it.

The need for heating and A/C is essential, and so are the people employed to install and repair them.

Barineau Heating and Air Conditioning opened in 2006, offering residential and commercial service and replacements to the Tallahassee and Big Bend region.

Barineau President, Patrick Barineau, says since they've been fortunate to stay busy during this difficult time and wanted to help those who haven't been so fortunate.

"We know people are struggling, either being laid off or have lost their job, and we just wanted to give back in a way that would help," said Barineau. "Anytime you can support your community and give back like this, you can't help but to have joy."

The family owned and operated business also understands the needs of it's employees, some of whom are now juggling a full-time HVAC job and full-time teaching job.

"I think we've done very well with keeping everything together, making sure our employees are still working and providing necessary means for them to make a living and continue following the CDC guidelines," said Barineau.

Barineau says they also brought in tutors to help employees who have children, watch them and help them with their school work at no cost to the employees.

"We've created two tutoring classes here and I've hired some teachers to help with my employees and their kids, making sure they're staying on task with their schoolwork," Barineau said.

It was a cool idea for employees like Annie Tillman, the office manager at Barineau.

"We were scrambling," said Tillman. "The daycares obviously were all full, so we would not have had a place for Chloe to go during the day while we work had Patrick not done this for us. So I know it was a tremendous help for all the families here who have children."

While Barineau has continued to work through the shutdown, he says he knows that's not the case for many and wanted to help. So, they decided to pay two months of utility bills for three randomly selected Tallahassee residents affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

Each recipient received a check for $600.

"I received a thank you letter today from one of them," Barineau said. "They were two months behind on their light bill, and they had to decide whether to buy groceries or pay their light bill, so this helped them in a way that they don't have to worry about it."

Barineau Heating and Air Conditioning continues to serve Tallahassee during the COVID-19 pandemic by strictly observing CDC recommendations and local safety guidelines.

If you're a business supporting our community, we want to hear from you.

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This is not just Tallahassee. South Georgia small businesses, we want to hear from you too!

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When properly research and planned, chiller replacements can deliver long-term benefits to departments and facilities

The time has come to replace one of a facilitys main chillers. It is nearly 25 years old and has been overhauled at least once. Maintenance and engineering department technicians have done all they can to keep it running, but it is becoming increasingly unreliable. It has had to be shut down for emergency maintenance twice in the last 90 days, resulting in outages that lasted at least four hours. Service calls are becoming more expensive, and parts more difficult to get. It is just a matter of time until it fails. Then the facility could face a prolonged outage. It is time for a replacement chiller.

Deciding to replace a chiller is hardly the end of the challenges. Installing the new chiller will be a problem. They are expensive. Installation will be disruptive and most likely will result in a relatively long period when chilled water will not be available to the facility. Managers will have to make temporary arrangements to supply chilled water to critical loads. Even the task of getting the old chiller out of the building and the new one in will be a challenge.

When facing tough problems, however, managers also can take advantage of opportunities. If the replacement project is carefully planned and implemented, operations can benefit from the improved energy efficiency of a new chiller. The new technology can eliminate refrigerant supply and cost issues. Chiller plant reliability and occupant comfort can improve significantly. The move also can reduce overall chiller plant maintenance requirements and costs, and managers can reconfigure chiller plants to better meet current conditions in the facility.

New chillers offer improvements in full- and part-load operating efficiencies over those found in most operating chiller plants. When new, water-cooled chillers from 20 years ago offered full-load operating efficiencies of 0.75-0.85 kW per ton. Comparably sized chillers today are available with full-load efficiencies of under 0.50 kW per ton.

Remember though, the efficiency of the existing chiller will have decreased over time, so that figure of 0.75 kW per ton most likely is much higher. Simple wear and tear on components, along with fouling of heat-transfer surfaces, most likely have hampered performance, even with the best maintenance.

While improvements in full-load efficiencies are good, a typical chiller operates at full-load less than 2 percent of the time. Nearly 85 percent of the time, a typical chiller operates at 50-75 percent of full-load capacity. The part-load performance characteristics of new chillers provide the greatest financial benefits.

One way manufacturers have improved part-load efficiencies is through the use of variable- frequency drives (VFD). A typical chiller operating at 60 percent of full load might use 0.48 kW per ton. That same chiller equipped with a VFD operating under the same conditions would use about 0.27 kW per ton. VFDs also offer the advantage of soft starting the chillers drive, which reduces stress on the motor windings.

Magnetic-drive bearings in chillers are replacing standard chiller bearings. These levitating bearings reduce friction within the chiller, improving operating efficiency. Magnetic bearings also do not require oil to operate, producing additional savings by eliminating potential oil fouling of heat-transfer surfaces. The lack of a need for lubrication oil eliminates the cost of oil changes and analysis.

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Elaine Powers, Powers Heating & Air, Peachtree City , was recently named 2020 Contractor of the Year by the Conditioned Air Association of Georgia (CAAG), a statewide nonprofit professional trade association based in Atlanta, Georgia that represents HVAC or conditioned air contractors around the state which are professionally licensed by the Georgia Secretary of States office.

Mrs. Powers is the only person in the history of CAAG to receive this award three different times. She also received the award in 2015 and 2019. She is also the first woman to serve as President of the association for the 2018-2019 term of office. She has served on CAAGs Board of Directors for a number of years, is the current CAAGs representative on the Dept of Community Affairs Codes Advisory Committee and is a director in the Metro Atlanta Air Conditioning Contractors Chapter of CAAG. Additionally, last year Governor Brian Kemp appointed her to the State Licensing Board for HVAC contractors, the State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Conditioned Air Division.

Elaine has lived in Fayette County since 1969 with only a brief interruption while serving in the U.S. Navy for one term. She graduated from the University of West Georgia with an Accounting degree and has an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management. Elaine has been active in the industry since 1979 and is currently the President of Powers Heating & Air. Powers is a Premier Lennox Dealer and provides maintenance, service repairs and replacements for residential clients mostly in Fayette and Coweta Counties. Powers also serves industrial, institutional and general commercial clients throughout the State.

Congratulations to Mrs. Powers on receiving CAAGs highest award and honor.

The Conditioned Air Association of Georgia (CAAG) is a state-wide, nonprofit trade association based in Atlanta, Georgia which represents contractors who are engaged in the design, sales, installation, maintenance, service and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) for residential, commercial, industrial and institutional customers.

CAAG, formed in 1980, has over 1000 members in 24 local chapters. The membership is composed of great diversity in sizes of member firms from the very large mechanical contractors to the very small family-owned businesses. Regardless of the size, CAAG represents the professionals in the industry who have a genuine interest in improving the industry for both the customer and the contractor.

CAAGs goal is to promote quality and professionalism in the HVACR industry in the state of Georgia and the demonstration of a genuine concern for the safety, comfort and health of our customers by providing quality HVACR services.

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