MUNCH UNIVERSITY

At Munch University, industry experts and in-house trainers offer annual classes that target your company's needs. We offer courses in sales and marketing focused on helping you generate leads, increase closing rates, and up-sell equipment and accessories. We also offer a variety of technical courses with topics on service, installation, application, and trouble-shooting that give your business the proper tools for the HVAC field.

All payments but be made online in full. If you must cancel a registration, modify your registration and you will be reimbursed.

Please note that due to social distancing requirements, class sizes are limited. We encourage you to use the wait list option; additional registrations will be processed as restrictions are lifted.

Mask Policy Update: While visiting our facilities or attending training, per CDC guidelines, all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear a mask and social distance.

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EPA and N.A.T.E. certification testing

Munch's Supply also offers year-round EPA testing; contact your local branch for pricing and availability. N.A.T.E. certification testing schedules can be accessed here:

2022 Illinois N.A.T.E. testing schedule.

2022 Michigan N.A.T.E. testing schedule.

EXCLUSIVE TRAINING

We’re excited to offer Munch University exclusive training videos designed and conducted by Matt Serdar, our training lead. These comprehensive training videos will help you learn new skills and refresh your product knowledge and include the following:

• A/C Residential Split System Charging

• Gas Furnace Heating Fundamentals

• Duct Design Basics

To access these trainings and start learning today, visit Munch Shop for more information. If you do not have access to Munch Shop, simply register for an account and see how easy it is to learn and Shop with us online!

ONLINE COURSES

AprilAire Successful Ventilation Sales 

Ventilation is one of the most suggested, most requested and most necessary indoor air quality improvements that can take place in any building. Now more than ever, you can grow your business by providing fresh air ventilation and help your customers stay healthy in their homes. We'll discuss proven strategies to help you sell to your customers, as well as provide you with the scientific data you will need to make your company the go-to Healthy Air Pros in your market.

Wednesday, April 13, 9-10 a.m. CST/10-11 a.m. EST

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AprilAire Air Cleaners & Filters (NATE Course #3029-0005) 

Join us for a technical discussion on AprilAire Air Cleaners and Filters. Learn about installation, specifications, and the benefits our air cleaners and filters offer HVAC contractors and their customers. Register now to learn how you can protect your installs from callbacks and provide your customers with Healthy Air.

Thursday, April 21, 2-3 p.m. CST/3-4 p.m. EST

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Selling the AprilAire Healthy Air System 

Join us for a technical discussion on AprilAire Air Cleaners and Filters. Learn about installation, specifications, and the benefits our air cleaners and filters offer HVAC contractors and their customers. Register now to learn how you can protect your installs from callbacks and provide your customers with Healthy Air.

Thursday, April 28, 3-4 p.m. CST/4-5 p.m. EST

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AprilAire Residential and Commercial Ventilation (NATE Course #3029-0011) 

Learn all about AprilAire's lineup of fresh air ventilation solutions. We’ll discuss how our ventilation solutions meet fresh air demands that satisfy both building codes and the need for healthy air in homes. Featuring products for all climates, from cold and dry to hot and humid, we have cost-effective solutions for builders and HVAC pros alike.

Thursday, May 5, 2-3 p.m. CST/3-4 p.m. EST

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A/C Residential Split System Charging – Exclusive Training 

This 70-minute overview includes fundamental refrigerant properties and the system variables of piping selection. Topics include standard superheat and subcooling charging methods as applied to the factory charging procedures available in installation and service manuals.

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Duct Design Basics – Exclusive Training 

This 85-minute course starts with a residential field study. Learn how to define ACCA residential terminology and duct design procedure limits intended to match the fan types and capacities supplied in the one- to five-ton residential furnace market. See a duct sizing example, analyze pressure drop and review ACCA terms and procedures.

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Gas Furnace Heating Fundamentals – Exclusive Training 

This five-hour course reviews thermodynamics and heat transfer fundamentals, venting methods of Category I and IV equipment, component features/applications and sequence of operation. It also includes an overview of airflow, static pressure, variable speed and programing options of the S-Series furnace.

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HVAC and Seniors Housing 

Reduce costs and achieve value in Senior living properties.

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Light Commercial Splits & Packages Finance/Leasing  

With all of the challenges in our current environment, it is more important than ever to have commercial leasing in your toolbox. Trane Technologies Light Commercial Leasing has produced several tools to help you take advantage of our commercial leasing programs: Matt Bynum, Product Manager – Light Commercial Splits & Packages, discusses commercial finance/leasing with Thomas Kieta and Michael Pickard from the Commercial Finance team.

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Maximize PPP Loan Forgiveness  

This informational session, presented by Trane Technologies, focuses on maximizing Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan forgiveness. Hear about which expenses qualify for PPP loan forgiveness, how to do the “math,” receive access to an Excel worksheet for easy tracking and more. Note: Trane does not provide legal or financial advice. This material is for informational purposes only and it should not be relied on for legal or financial advice. All decisions are your responsibility and you should consult your own legal and financial advisors.

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Search Kings: Managing Home Service Businesses Under COVID 

Learn best practices for navigating customers, staff and operating procedures during COVID-19. This class will not focus specifically on digital advertising or HVAC – however, it will offer market and business insights for the current business environment.

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Search Kings: Google Local Services  

Learn about what the changes in Google Local Services and how SearchKings is positioned to help clients earn more leads.

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What you need to know before resuming "Business As Usual" in Michigan 

Our state is slowly beginning to open back up and with that comes a whole new list of obligations and regulations for your contracting business. Southeast Michigan ACCA put together a knowledgeable panel of experts to help you navigate these new changes and be prepared for what lies ahead. Learn what you need to know before resuming business as usual!

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American Standard Podcasts 

American Standard offers a variety of learning opportunities via podcasts. Current podcasts include Dealer Remote Configuration, Nexia Diagnostics and more. New podcasts added monthly.

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Trane Podcasts 

Trane offers a variety of learning opportunities via podcasts. Current podcasts include Dealer Remote Configuration, Nexia Diagnostics and more. New podcasts added monthly.

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Aprilaire 

Aprilaire offers training resources on a variety of topics including: air cleaners, ventilation, Wi-Fi thermostats, evaporative humidifiers and steam humidifiers.

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Bacharach Combustion Analyzers 

A recording of the “Combustion Theory & The Combustion Analyzer” has been published to review.

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ComEd Residential Energy Efficiency Program 

ComEd Residential Central Air Conditioner Rebates through Munch Supply.

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EGIA 

EGIA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to contractor success. Membership provides access to resources and tools geared toward contractors. EGIA membership is required for webinars; the first 30 days are free and they offer a 100% risk-free sign-up offer.

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ESCO Institute Free Training 

The ESCO Institute is hosting a series of FREE online HVACR training programs. A wide variety of topics are offered, and sessions are updated frequently.

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Fieldtechhelp.com 

American Standard and Trane offer a variety of training resources including videos, podcasts and more. New content includes heat load calculations, spine fin coil repair, air flow, proper brazing techniques and more.

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Laars Academy 

The live-fire training classes we provide at our Customer Center and through representatives around the country are some of the ways we support you and your teams. Now we are continuing that support with the expansion of Laars Academy Live -- online training sessions live with Laars content experts. Please view the schedule below and register to join today!

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Mitsubishi Learning Management System  

Mitsubishi Trane HVAC US LLC has an online training system that gives access to live webinars as well as module classes that you can take at any time. Class topics include diagnosing M- and P-Series system components, initial setting tool basics, city multi-grouping of indoor units and more.

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Nu-Calgon A/C RE-NEW Overview 

A/C Re-New, formerly Zerol® Ice, has been used successfully for many years to improve the performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. A/C Re-New provides significant saving in energy use. It also quiets noisy systems and extends the life of the system. It is a lubricant that blends with the system’s oil, lasting for the life of the equipment, or until the oil is changed.

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Nu-Calgon A/C RE-NEW How To Use 

A/C Re-New, formerly Zerol® Ice, has been used successfully for many years to improve the performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. A/C Re-New provides significant saving in energy use. It also quiets noisy systems and extends the life of the system. It is a lubricant that blends with the system’s oil, lasting for the life of the equipment, or until the oil is changed.

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Nu-Calgon A/C RE-NEW Homeowner Video 

A/C Re-New, formerly Zerol® Ice, has been used successfully for many years to improve the performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. A/C Re-New provides significant saving in energy use. It also quiets noisy systems and extends the life of the system. It is a lubricant that blends with the system’s oil, lasting for the life of the equipment, or until the oil is changed. A/C Re-New can be used in air conditioning as well as refrigeration applications. It is formulated for use with R-22, R-410A as well as other refrigerants. The 4 oz. package can be used to treat systems up to 5 tons. For large commercial systems, such as packaged units or larger refrigeration systems, multiple bottles should be used. Additionally, the product is available in 32 oz. quarts. Install with the A/C Re-New Injector.

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RectorSeal 

RectorSeal offers a wide selection of online training courses on topics such as: Pro-Fit Quick Connect; TripleGuard leak detection; Aspen pumps; pre-insulated linesets; compressor starting problems; lineset covers; refrigerant leak sealants; A/C system flush products; ArmorPad; thread sealants, fluxes, PVC cements and primers; HVAC maintenance chemicals; condensate shut-off switches; compressor starting problems; rooftop pipe support; and surge protective devices.

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