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HACTA: I am a BRAZER

by Danny | Jan 21, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC School, HVAC Training

Our new group is eager to show off their brazing skills, check out the results! Though only one had brazing experience, all did a great job… okay, close to all. HACTA: I am a BRAZER We wasted no time to get into action. That’s the great thing about HVAC Technical...

Tru Tech Tool Tuesday

by Danny | Jan 20, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, Fieldpiece, TruTech

Whoever came up with Taco Tuesday got it all wrong… today we are having Tru Tech Tool Tuesday! Tru Tech Tool Tuesday Can you imagine going to a doctor without a stethoscope? The same principle is true with HVAC Service Technicians, without the proper tools AND the...

HVAC Capacitor Function and Failure

by Danny | Jan 16, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program

An HVAC capacitor is an important component with one mission: store and release electrical energy to give motors (like the condenser fan and blower fan) the jolt needed to start and keep running smoothly. Two common capacitor types are start capacitors (for initial...

Ladder Safety 101

by Danny | Jan 15, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training

Though cold outside, ladder safety will not be denied! Today all engaged in ladder safety training and general HVAC outside component encounters. Ladder Safety 101 HVAC work involves frequent roof and elevated access, thus the need for ladder safety and practice. To...

HVACTA: Gabriel is SPOT ON!

by Danny | Jan 9, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training, Universal EPA Exam

One of our most recent participants shared his experience at HVAC Technical Academy. No doubt his words are consistent throughout all who come here but wanted to share his directly to you… let me know if you would like to add anything HVACTA: Gabriel is SPOT ON! “HVAC...

HVAC Job and Salary Outlook in Florida

by Danny | Jan 2, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC Training

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects much faster-than-average growth (8%-9%) for HVAC technicians and installers nationally through 2034 while HVAC jobs in Florida are projected to grow by 13% to 15% each year through 2034. What does this mean to you:...