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Editor’s note W


Keeping cool while everything evolves


elcome to the March 2026 issue of ACR News. A fast-moving sector needs clear thinking, and this month’s issue brings together a set of grounded perspectives on the pressures


aff ecting day-to-day work. Mat Noon of Integral Cooling Tech looks at how contractors can plan around ongoing F-Gas uncertainty and the steady move


toward natural refrigerants. T omas Marks from the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades examines what’s driving repair-versus-replace decisions and how the Association is adjusting its support as those pressures shiſt .


We also look at commercial opportunities. Dave Marshall-George at Condair outlines where dehumidifi cation can add value for ACR contractors, while Sean McDevitt of ICS Cool Energy refl ects on how changing regulations, smarter equipment, and rising skills expectations are infl uencing what customers now look for.


Sustainability and long-term planning run through this issue. A-Gas sets out the case for stronger refrigerant recovery and recycling to protect future supply. Core M&E Maintenance explains why HVAC lifecycle performance sits at the centre of its strategy, with Managing Director Steve Braddick detailing the thinking behind the company’s formation.


We also highlight industry accomplishments. T e fi rst fi nalists for the ACR News Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising achievement across refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pumps and HVACR. And at the Institute of Refrigeration’s 126th Annual Dinner, the launch of the Industry Skills Alliance introduced a coordinated eff ort to align training with real-world needs.


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