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Pressure, States, Conditions Major Components in R-744 Education

Flash gas bypass and high pressure valves are important aspects of CO₂ refrigeration systems

December 22, 2023

As more and more case-controlled facilities turn to CO₂ refrigeration, HVAC contractors are tasked with adequately educating themselves on these systems so that they can meet the country’s budding installation and service needs.

Hussmann Ramps Up Production of CO2 Systems

December 8, 2023

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The rapid adoption of CO₂technology by many retailers has placed a strain on current OEM capabilities, and Hussmann is responding to meet the challenge, a press release from the company said.

CO2 Refrigeration System at a Cheese Warehouse

Addressing Leaks in CO₂ Refrigeration Systems

HVAC contractors that carefully follow the proper sequence of operations can minimize the threat of CO₂ leakage for their customers, themselves, and the environment

Herb Woerpel

December 7, 2023

While CO₂ refrigerant may not be as deadly to the environment as its HFC peers, there are other concerns that exist when it escapes a system.

Grocers Share Concerns Over Alternative Refrigerants

Food retailers cite problems with CO₂ and other low-GWP refrigeration systems

Joanna R. Turpin

December 6, 2023

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Food retailers are concerned over the HFC phasedown, noting that current alternative refrigerants have drawbacks, while others have not yet been fully evaluated.

Grocers Not Yet Sold On CO₂ Refrigeration Systems

Some grocers cite disappointing results with the low-GWP equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

December 1, 2023

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Some food retailers express concerns over CO₂ refrigeration systems, which they have found to be leaky and less energy efficient than expected.

Copeland Now Builds CO2 compressors at 2 U.S. Plants

November 9, 2023

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The change comes as the industry anticipates accelerated adoption of CO₂refrigeration technology being driven by food retail businesses pledging sustainability targets and needing to comply with environmental regulations.

Optimal Options for Prioritizing Sustainability with CO₂ Refrigeration Systems

Herb Woerpel

November 6, 2023

CO₂ systems’ environmental benefits and ability to meet any future regulations make them an optimal option for contractors and facility managers.

Free Training Offered For CO₂, R-290 Refrigeration Systems

NASRC to provide natural refrigerant training for refrigeration technicians in St. Louis

October 28, 2023

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NASRC to offer free training event for refrigeration technicians in St. Louis who want to learn more about natural refrigerants, such as CO₂ and propane.

Discovering the Benefits of R-744

The R-744 market is just blooming in the U.S., as fewer than 1,000 systems have been installed domestically

Herb Woerpel

October 10, 2023

A pending global hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phasedown and additional efficiency regulations have bolstered R-744’s position in the American food retail market, further accelerating interest in the refrigerant’s unique benefits.

Pro Refrigeration Names New COO

September 14, 2023

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In his new role, Damon Reed will oversee all facets of the Pro Refrigeration operation, including the production team, engineering group, customer support team, and technical team.