NAVAC Boosts HVAC Workforce Training at SUNY Delhi with $21K Tool Donation

LYNDHURST, New Jersey — NAVAC has donated more than $21,000 in professional-grade HVAC tools to the State University of New York at Delhi to support training for future technicians. According to the company, the contribution is part of a broader effort to expand workforce development and strengthen technical education programs.

The donation includes hydraulic tube expanders, electric flaring tools, A2L-ready refrigerant recovery units, and both corded and cordless vacuum pumps. The equipment is intended to give students hands-on experience with the same tools used in the field.

NAVAC also provided on-site instruction. During a recent visit to the campus, national trainer Zane Stewart led demonstrations and workshops on safe and efficient tool operation. Students received guidance on current practices and emerging technologies that reflect today’s service conditions.

The partnership arrives as the industry prepares for the transition to low global warming potential refrigerants under new Environmental Protection Agency regulations taking effect in January 2026. NAVAC noted that the tools furnished to SUNY Delhi are designed to support technicians working with modern refrigerant requirements.

Faculty at SUNY Delhi say the impact was immediate. Instructor Jonathan Reynolds reported that students are now training with equipment that mirrors what they will encounter in the field, and that the hands-on sessions enhanced classroom learning.

NAVAC stated it will continue to work with technical institutions nationwide through equipment donations, on-site training, and ongoing engagement aimed at preparing students for the evolving demands of HVAC service.

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