On July 17, 1902, Willis Carrier solved one of mankind’s most elusive challenges by controlling the indoor environment through modern air conditioning. His invention enabled countless industries while promoting global productivity, health, and personal comfort.
Today, air conditioning
On July 17, 1902, Willis Carrier solved one of mankind’s most elusive challenges by controlling the indoor environment through modern air conditioning. His invention enabled countless industries while promoting global productivity, health, and personal comfort.
Today, air conditioning units are found across the globe and in virtually every facet of daily life. They create more comfortable and productive environments, regardless of the climate. AC units help safeguard the global food supply by preserving the quality and freshness of food and beverages, as well as supporting health and well-being by enabling the proper transport and delivery of vital medical supplies under specific conditions. As a service company, Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, and industry expert, Short Pump Heating & Air provides solutions, services, and education to help lead the green building movement.
As we celebrate Carrier’s game-changing invention, let’s take a look at some other key dates in modern air conditioning history:
In 1907, Carrier hires Margaret Ingels as America’s first female air-conditioning engineer, right around the time that the decision to allow U.S. women the right to vote was being debated by lawmakers.
In 1911, Willis Carrier’s Rational Psychrometric Formulae brought science to what had been the often hit-or-miss design of air-conditioning systems, and in the process made Carrier an international name. The chart would be updated and reprinted regularly, serving as an essential tool to generations of engineers and remaining the basis of our designs today.
In 1925, New York City’s “new” Madison Square Garden opened, employing Carrier centrifugal chillers to cool its patrons and produce a perfect ice surface for professional hockey.
In 1928, the construction of the Milam Building in San Antonio, Texas, included Carrier central air conditioning, making it the first skyscraper to install comfort cooling as it was built.
In 1931, the M.V. Victoria, a 13,400-ton Italian motorship designed to run from Italy to Egypt, became the first vessel to make its maiden voyage 