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5 interesting facts about HVAC

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Being relatively new to the world of HVAC, it was news to me that Air Conditioning doesn't actually create cold air, but removes the heat from warm air. While ignorance is bliss (and often embarrassing), I felt it was time to do a little research into the field I supposedly work in! Here's a collection of cool facts I've come across about the HVAC industry. 5 interesting facts about HVAC The Industry actually dates back to the 2nd Century - A Chinese man named Ding Huan  supposedly invented the first ( sort of)  air conditioning system. Unfortunately for him, it was manually powered so didn't really catch on at the time.. .. that being said, the 'father of modern air conditioning' title is actually held by a Willis Carrier, who came up with the blueprint for the first AC system at the age of only 26! Those in need of a break will be jealous to hear that in the days before AC, it wasn't uncommon for schools and...