Overview

Length: 2 Hours

Join Earth Advantage and Hollabaugh Brothers & Associates for a two-hour training session to build contractor confidence and address field installation uncertainties with Split Heat Pump Water Heater Systems.

The session will focus on Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs) and split systems, covering recovery rates, performance limits, and freeze protection on piping to ensure reliable, high-performing installations.

An AO Smith Split System Water Heater will be available as a prop for demonstration.

Learning Objectives

• Build Confidence with Modern Equipment and Installation: Build core technical knowledge of split-system layouts, components, and best practices to handle field installations with confidence.
• Expand Service Capabilities: Gain the foundational skills needed to tap into the growing market for split-system heat pumps and offer customers energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions.
• Evaluate Systems Capabilities and Performance: Gain confidence properly sizing and selecting a split-system water heater tank for proper temperature adjustment.

NO COST – Space is limited, register today! Priority registration provided for PCEF grantees and their trade partners.

Date, Time, & Location

December 3 from 9AM – 11:00AM at Hollabaugh & Associates, 3028 SE 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

Recommended Audience

PCEF Grantees / HVAC Duct Sealing Technicians / HVAC Subcontractors & Engineers / HVAC Estimators / Quality Control Inspectors / Energy Raters & Verifiers / Remodelers & Building Professionals / Program Representatives / Apprentices / Trainees (with requisite HVAC System Experience)

Level: Intermediate

Continuing Education

CCB: 2 CEs
BPI: 2 CEs

Trainers

Mike Witzel | Hollabaugh Brothers & Associates | View Bio

Jason Elton | Earth Advantage | View Bio

This training is made possible at no cost thanks to the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.