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March 2025 · Vol 40 · NO. 3

PBACCA's President's Letter

Last month we hosted the 2025 PBACCA Clay Shoot Tournament. On behalf of the Palm Beach Air Conditioning Contractors Association (PBACCA), we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of you for making it a tremendous success. With record breaking registered attendance, your support, enthusiasm, and participation were instrumental in bringing this event to life, and we could not have done it without you.

To our sponsors, your generosity and commitment to our industry and community are truly inspiring. Your contributions helped create an event that provided an exciting and enjoyable experience and strengthened the bonds within our industry. Your willingness to support our mission allows us to continue fostering growth, education, and camaraderie within the air conditioning profession.

To our participants, your energy and sportsmanship made the tournament an unforgettable experience. Whether you were a seasoned shooter or a first-time participant, your engagement and enthusiasm reflected the spirit of unity and professionalism that defines our industry. We are honored to have such a dedicated and passionate community supporting this event.

This tournament was more than just a day of competition. It was a celebration of the strength and collaboration that makes the air conditioning industry in Palm Beach County so remarkable. Through events like this, we continue to build relationships, support one another, and reinforce the importance of working together.

Once again, we extend our sincere thanks to all who contributed to this event's success. Your support fuels our mission, and we look forward to seeing you at future events as we continue to grow and strengthen our community. Now, mark your calendars for March 7, 2026!

Best regards,

Steven Castillo, President PBACCA 2025

Breaking Clays and Building Connections: PBACCA’s 3rd Annual Clay Shoot Recap

2025 Clay Shoot Recap Video

What an incredible day! Thanks again to our Title Sponsor Sea Coast Curb Adaptors and Curbs, we hosted our 3rd Annual Clay Shoot on Saturday, February 15th at the OK Corral Gun Club in Okeechobee with 141 registered shooters. Shooters grabbed their ammo from sponsor, Lowen Air Conditioning before grabbing a breakfast bite sponsored by Ultravation, followed by the safety meeting before the 10:00 AM shotgun start.

We had a great time breaking clays and catching up with everyone. Building a strong community is at the heart of what we do, and events like this bring us all together. Check out all the fun in our Clay Shoot Picture Gallery.

Everyone enjoyed a delicious BBQ lunch, sponsored by RGF Environmental Group and Baker Distributing Company- Owens Corning.

The event closed with our emcee, PBACCA President Steven Castillo announcing the winners of the Raffles, sponsored by Arco Supply, Al Packer Ford West, Robert R. McGill, Federated Insurance, JB Warranties, Gemaire Distributers Store 105, Leone Green, Stadium Grill and Hall Hardware, followed by the Awards sponsored by Trane.

Clay Shoot Winners:

First Place: Gulfstream Cooling – Steven Tota, Mike Lydiard, Anselmo Perez and Wayne Ripple
Second Place: PRP Construction – Austin Sheltra, Ryan Quinn, Jeff McCraine and Hunter Clark
Third Place: Tropic Supply – Rob Mayhew (Tropic Supply), Dan Seslar (Tropic Supply), Clyde Morris (Southern Air Conditioning) and Travis Pabst (WF Pabst AC and Refrigeration)
Best Male Shooter: Steven Tota, Gulfstream Cooling
Best Female Shooter: Elissa Erickson, Leone Green
Best Youth Shooter: Tyler Langel, Sea Coast Curb Adapters & Curbs

Thank you to our Annual Sponsors, Al Packer Ford, Arco Supply, CMi Air Conditioning, Federated Insurance, Johnstone Ware Group, Microf and Tropic Supply-Ruud.

And thank you to our station and cart sponsors: Aflac by Ken Hudson, Carrier CE, Ferguson HVAC, PRP Construction and Rectorseal.

A huge thank you to all of our amazing sponsors who helped make the 2025 PBACCA Clay Shoot a big success. Your contributions continue to make these events possible, and we are grateful for your support.

Below is the link to the Team Scorecards. If you attended and haven't had a chance to yet, we’d love to hear your thoughts on the event, so please take a moment to fill out our survey. Do you have pictures from the day to add to our gallery? Email them to AlexaLee@pbacca.org.

Looking ahead? Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 7, 2026. Stay tuned for more PBACCA events, and we look forward to seeing you at the next General Meeting on Thursday, April 3, 2025.

See the Individual and Team Score Cards

Tech Corner

The Power of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) in HVAC Systems

A VFD Overview Submitted by Kelly McCann, Operations Manager,

CMi Air Conditioning and Electrical

You may have noticed that HVAC manufacturers are now integrating Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) into newer commercial equipment. While primarily designed for efficiency, these devices offer several other key benefits, including enhanced performance, energy savings, and improved control.

But how exactly do VFDs work, and why are they becoming essential in modern HVAC systems? From controlling compressor speeds to optimizing fan and pump operations, VFDs are revolutionizing the way we manage energy consumption.

Click Here to Read the Full Article on VFDs: Overview

Keeping it Cool: AC Podcast Corner

Still want to learn more about VFDs? Check out this podcast!

The latest Advanced Refrigeration Podcast episode breaks down the complexities of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) with expert guest Matt Asbill from Motion Industries. Titled "VFDS: What The HeX Do These Parameters Do??", this episode explores how to optimize VFD settings for advanced refrigeration systems.

Topics include:

✅ How VFDs improve refrigeration efficiency

✅ Key VFD parameters and how to configure them

✅ Troubleshooting tips to enhance system performance

Tune in now and gain valuable insights into VFD technology!

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2025 CALENDAR of EVENTS

March 6

Board Meeting, Online, 4:30 pm

April 3

General Meeting, 6:30 pm

Stadium Grill

1203 Town Center Drive, Jupiter 33458

May 6

Board Meeting, Online, 4:30 pm

Ideas for PBACCA

We're eager to tailor our upcoming activities and training to your interests. Whether you have specific topics you'd like us to cover, ideas for new initiatives, or feedback on our current offerings, we want to hear from you. Please share any questions or suggestions you have. Email ideas to AlexaLee@pbacca.org. Your input will play a crucial role in shaping our future efforts.