Refrigeration systems - Articles - Page 36

Ice Breaker: Suction Line Insulation

Elastomeric Material Means Condensation Prevention

September 2, 2013

The suction line of a refrigeration system is normally insulated with a flexible, closed-cell elastomeric material. Insulating the suction line is done to prevent condensate from developing and dripping off. It also limits the amount of heat added to the refrigerant as it travels back to the compressor.

Tecumseh Products Co.: Indoor Air-Cooled Condensing Units

September 2, 2013

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Indoor air-cooled fractional horsepower condensing units Celseon® AK/AJ are designed specifically for refrigeration applications where reliable cooling is required under varying loads and operating conditions.

July 18, 2013: UK to Host International Refrigeration Conference

Conference to Focus on the Cold Chain and Sustainable Refrigeration Technology

July 18, 2013

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The Institute of Refrigeration has announced that it will be hosting the International Institute of Refrigeration’s 3rd International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain in June 2014 in London. The conference is expected to attract an international audience and showcase leading edge developments.

The CoilPod dust containment bag is said to be âan environmentally friendly solution for the indoor cleaning of self-contained condenser coil units in refrigerated or freezer display cases.â

Research and New Products Guiding Food Service Sector

Examining Efficiency, Effectiveness of Familiar Equipment

Peter Powell

July 8, 2013

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Two manufacturers recently released literature guiding food service decision makers to helpful data regarding the purchase of commercial-grade refrigerators and self-contained condenser coil cleaning units.

Emersonâs Electronic Unit Controller is designed to better maintain lower-pressure control on condensing units.

Examining Condensing Trends through Practical Applications

HVAC Contractors Put High Ambients, Low Pressures, and New Refrigerants to the Test

June 10, 2013

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As familiar as condensing units are in refrigeration systems, these components are undergoing major changes. Several of those changes are being demonstrated in a number of practical applications nationwide.

Coils 101: A Basic Review

A Brief Look at A Coils, Slant Coils, and H Coils

June 10, 2013

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There are several designs for airflow through the evaporator coil, and for draining the condensate water from the coil, depending on the installation. The different designs are known as the A coil, the slant coil, and the H coil.

Key personnel in the IIAR transition are, from left, Bruce Badger, who is retiring as president this June; Bob Port, who will serve as chairman until March 2014; and David Rule, who becomes president upon Badgerâs retirement.

Transitions Abound at IIAR Conference

IIAR Elects New Chairman; COO Announces Retirement

Peter Powell

June 10, 2013

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International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) is experiencing a double transition in 2013 as it elects a new chairman and bids fairwell to its retiring Chief Operating Officer.

Natural refrigerants such as propane are drawing increasing attention as with this booth display by Embraco at the AHR Expo in Dallas and with its evaluation in an AHRI report.

Looking Beyond Low GWP

Environmental Regulators Should Consider Refrigerant Performance as well as Global Warming Potential

Peter Powell

June 3, 2013

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Now that the battle regarding ozone depleting potential (ODP) refrigerants has ended with the phaseout of CFCs and HCFCs, the fighting has shifted to issues related to the global warming potential (GWP) of the remaining and newly developing refrigerants.

Ice Breaker: Compressor Floodback

Troubleshooting Compressor Floodback Issues

Joe Marchese

May 6, 2013

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Determining that a compressor has failed on a refrigeration system is normally a relatively simple procedure. But, discovering why the original compressor failed may not be as simple.

April 8, 2013: Hillphoenix Announces Agreement with Southeast Manufacturers’ Rep

April 8, 2013

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Hillphoenix, a Dover Company, has entered into an agreement with manufacturers’ representative Redico Inc. to support Hillphoenix customers in Georgia, the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Alabama.