LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA has opened the doors of its newest HVAC Training Academy outside of Boston. The new facility underscores LG's commitment to increasing adoption of more sustainable HVAC products across the residential and commercial sectors.
"Heat pump technology will be a key driver of building decarbonization, and contractor training is critical to making this market transformation a reality," said Steve Scarbrough, senior vice president and general manager of LG Air Conditioning Technologies, LG Electronics USA. "It was important for our latest academy to be in Massachusetts to support the state's new heat pump adoption goals and help homeowners and building managers reap the benefits of robust incentive programs like Mass Save, even during the hottest summers and coldest winters."
The Boston-area facility will serve as a hub for industry trade professionals across New England to learn about the latest HVAC technologies available, sharpen their installation and maintenance skills, and ultimately deliver better product recommendations and services to their customers. The facility is scheduled to host thousands of training courses in its first year, guiding professionals through a spectrum of topics, spanning both the residential and commercial sectors, including installation, software evaluation, and best practices for servicing LG air solutions products. The courses are designed to cover technical installation and service training, with an emphasis on ducted and duct-free, VRF, heat pump water heater and control solutions.
The academy's onsite lab will feature a range of LG heat pump products, including the Air-to-Water Heat Pump and ArtCool Mirror; several Multi V commercial air- and water-cooled outdoor units and a variety of indoor units, such as the High Temperature Hydro Kit; the Split Compact M3 dedicated outdoor air system (DOAS); Multi-Position Vertical Air Handling Unit (AHU) and other ENERGY STAR certified systems. LG's Energy Storage System equipment is also included in the training curriculum.
The academy plans to evolve over the year, offering further training courses based on the changing industry landscape, new product solutions, and the needs of distributor associates and contractors. Amenities at the facility include meeting rooms, a gym, a café, an auditorium, and a conference room.
The Boston facility joins four other LG Training Academies located in Dallas; New Jersey; Orange County, Calif.; and Alpharetta, Ga. As an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year and a proud member of the Building Decarbonization Coalition, LG views contractor education generally and these academies specifically as keys to the electrification movement in the United States.
