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HVACTA: Brazing is what I do

HVACTA: Brazing is what I do

by Danny | Mar 20, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training

We recently introduced all to the world of brazing. With grand instruction by Andrew, Chris, and Robert, JR, and Daniel, must admit all participants got it going their way. Take a look at their first braze job! HVACTA: Brazing is what I do Each participant cut their...
HVACTA: Straight Talk

HVACTA: Straight Talk

by Danny | Mar 18, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program

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. HVACTA: Straight Talk During the first week participants grab a common HVAC component and/or...
HVACTA: Group Day Photo and Warm Up

HVACTA: Group Day Photo and Warm Up

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

Going on one full week with a great group of soon-to-be HVAC service technicians. Over the past week we handled safety concepts, HVAC terms and applications, and even got a few hands dirty in the field. This week will be intense as tools will soon be each participants...
HACTA: Ladder Safety 101

HACTA: Ladder Safety 101

by Danny | Mar 12, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program

When it comes to safety, trips, slips, and falls account for a huge percentage of hospital visits annually. As a result, we dedicate a great deal of time on the subject (as well as many other safety protocols). Whether you’re standing on the second rung of an A-frame...
HVACTA: Fun and Learning Competition

HVACTA: Fun and Learning Competition

by Danny | Mar 11, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration

On the first day of workshops we begin the day by learning about each other, goals, and reasons why the HVAC industry is part of the future. In addition, we become introduced to common HVAC terms and little thing called clarity. HVACTA: Fun and Learning Competition...
Now is the Time for YOU to Take ACTION

Now is the Time for YOU to Take ACTION

by Danny | Mar 10, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program

I remember my father telling me: “If things don’t change, things won’t change.” At the time these few words did not impact my life… many years later, the scope of his wisdom resounds beyond significance. Here, at HVACTA, today is the beginning of ACTION for an eager...
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