Articles Tagged with ''alternative refrigerants''

At the FMI ES&D Conference, attendees learned about everything from new refrigeration technology to changing store formats to regulations that are requiring the phasedown of HFC refrigerants.

Danfoss Climate Solutions recently held an online event, where experts discussed CO₂ refrigeration systems, including the challenges and opportunities this natural refrigerant offers both food retailers and contractors.

The HVACR industry is in the process of transitioning away from HFCs such as R-410A to alternative refrigerants that are mildly flammable (A2L). Because of their flammable nature, these refrigerants are referred to in terms that may not be familiar to contractors and technicians.

As the HVACR industry transitions away from HFCs such as R-410A to alternative refrigerants that are mildly flammable (A2L), it is not surprising that those who will be handling – or teaching about -- these new products have a lot of questions.

This phasedown has been expected for a while, which is why OEMs have been working diligently to identify alternative refrigerants that are safe and efficient.

NASRC has released a report summarizing U.S. food retailer preferences for natural refrigerant-based condensing unit technologies.

Finding a replacement for R-410A has been challenging, but several alternatives have emerged as top contenders.

At many events, alternative refrigerants — many of which are either mildly flammable (A2L) or flammable (A3) — were top of mind.

Change is coming once again to the HVACR industry, as there is a growing movement to transition from R-410A to lower-GWP refrigerants.

The HVACR industry will likely soon be in the midst of another refrigerant change, which is causing a bit of unease amongst some.