In December we commented (HVACR Manufacturers Show Optimism for 2014) on a survey of one thousand HVACR manufacturers showing a high level of optimism. 79% of the respondents said their prospects for business were either "excellent" (19%) or "good" (60%) for the coming year. That optimism appears to be coming true as industry activity and results are coming in.

AHRI just released Shipment Data for January 2014 U.S. Residential Heating and Cooling Equipment showing such strength.

• U.S. shipments of air conditioners increased 19.8% over 2012
• U.S. shipments of air-source heat pumps increased 27.8% over 2012
• Biggest increase ocurred in 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 ton sizes (+32%)

Activity and results at GEA Consulting are also at record levels through the first two months of 2014 with activity from International projects leading the way.

Indications are 2014 will indeed be a good 2014.

CR4 would like to thank Larry Butz, GEA Consulting President, for contributing this blog entry.