by Danny | Jul 24, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training
Today we introduced brazing techniques to a group of first timers. Each had their way with multiple copper cuts and connections… oh such a journey! HVACTA Braze is what I do To define, HVAC brazing is a metal-joining process using a filler metal to bond copper tubing...
by Danny | Jul 22, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC School
2nd Chance University and TruTech Tools partnered several years ago—the relationship has allowed participants to be equipped with professional tools looking for the right technician. Out of the box, participants learn safety and applications with our hands-on learning...
by Danny | Jul 21, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training
HVACTA is not just about HVAC knowledge, skills, and abilities, it is also about preparing participants to discuss and explain HVAC issues and components to the resident. Building a fundamental knowledge is essential for all HVAC service technicians… that’s just what...
by Danny | Jul 20, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training
An HVAC capacitor is an important component with one mission: provide the necessary torque to kick-start and run your compressor and fan motors. If your outdoor AC unit hums but won’t start, or if it runs but the air feels lukewarm, a failing capacitor is...
by Danny | Jul 17, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training
Whether you’re standing on the second rung of an A-frame ladder or near the top of an extension ladder, you face potential fall hazards that may result in severe injury or death. Keeping technicians safe is the MOST important consideration. At HVAC Technical Academy,...