Several companies have implemented new features and updates to their sites in an effort to make access to information and support easier for their customers.
Johnson Controls has launched the York dealer destination Web site at www.yorkhvacdealer.com. The new site supports dealer growth and independence by providing easy access to detailed product and program information. Prospective distributors and dealers will find technical information on the broad array of York heating and cooling products, business growth tools and personalized marketing materials.
RIDGID announced their subscription-based, online business tool, RIDGIDConnect, which is designed for service professionals and contractors who create or use digital information. The platform provides the ability to share and store digital assets such as diagnostic job site photos and videos, job reports and histories, maintenance records, customer lists and other business files, which in turn simplifies external and internal communication, as well as the recordkeeping process. To register for a free 30-day trial or for additional information about RIDGIDConnect, visit www.RIDGIDConnect.com.
Thinking Buildings Universe (www.thinkingbuildings.com)is a new web site from Grundfos Building Services, offering contractors and engineers a complete range of information and tools on commercial pumps to help make their building projects come together more smoothly. From quick-reference terminology, theories and e-learning, to sizing tools and sustainable pumping solutions, the site delivers everything specifiers and installers need to identify and size the correct technologies for their applications.
Extech Instruments and ElectricalManuals.net have teamed up to encourage technicians to upload product manuals on the premier peer-to-peer electrical-related product manual online resource. ElectricalManuals.net aggregates manuals for diverse electrical components including: automatic transfer switches, batteries, control devices, drives, fuses, generators, low/medium/high voltage equipment, PLCs, power monitors, power quality, protective relays, test equipment, training, transformers, and UPSs. The site fills a need by electricians and plant technicians who need access to manuals for electrical equipment, especially older equipment.
GPS Insight has launched a new, updated version of their marketing website located at www.gpsinsight.com. Site improvements will allow for more rapid deployment of product materials to keep up with the ever-increasing number of capabilities and options that are offered by the company. A redesigned video demonstration area, easier access to the content-rich blog, and a new product training area are major new additions. It is also more user-friendly in layout.
Genteq, also announced its new and updated TheDealerToolbox.com, an HVACR resource Web site with a more user-friendly, expanded resource format. Originally launched in 2001, TheDealerToolbox.com provides HVAC and commercial refrigeration technicians, contractors, distributors, students and instructors with technical and product installation information, sales and service tools, online educational tools, information on training programs, tax and energy rebate information, and technical support from Genteq.
Last, in a slight twist from the above-mentioned companies, Honeywell has unveiled a site for consumers looking for home comfort products and solutions at yourhome.Honeywell.com. The site includes a product selection tool and a smart search feature that finds results among all relevant information on the site, including product information and owner’s manuals. In addition, the site includes a frequently asked questions area and a way to find Honeywell dealers in the consumer’s area.
