Refrigeration - Articles - Page 180

In ice machine maintenance, removal of scale is the main objective.

The Seven Basic Ice Machine Cleaning Steps

Reliability Benefits from Preventive Maintenance Practices

September 16, 2013

Developing and sticking to a consistent cleaning process for ice machines not only helps guarantee customers a clean food product time and time again, but it also enables them to reap the most from their investment for many years to come.

When purchasing valves, cylinders, and other fluid automation devices, special consideration has to be given for applications in low ambient temperatures.

Five Qualities Fluid Automation Devices Should Possess for Low-Temp Applications

Picking Valves and Other Parts That Can Handle the Harsh Conditions Takes Extra Care

September 16, 2013

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Valves control the flow of compressed air or other fluids, and on cylinders to control motion. But the cold truth is that low temperatures can cause problems for these fluid automation devices all along the line — from selection and delivery to operation and maintenance.

The campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind.

Purdue Conferences Seek Papers

Concurrent Conferences Set for 2014

Peter Powell

September 16, 2013

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The dates are set for next year’s three concurrent HVACR conferences at Purdue University. For authors wishing to present papers at any of the conferences, the abstract submission deadline is Dec. 20, 2013.

ICOR Provides Information to the Industry Digitally

Superheat/Subcooling Calculator Goes Digital for Mobile

September 16, 2013

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ICOR International has announced some new support services. One is a digital version of its NU-22B superheat/subcooling calculators in a mobile app. ICOR also announced a new and improved corporate website.

U.S. Congressman Adam Kinzinger discusses drawing young people into the manufacturing sector

Opening Up Students’ Minds to Their Job Options

Vocations Can Include the Manufacturing Sector as well as the Trades

Peter Powell

September 16, 2013

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During the summer, the U.S. congressman representing the district in which I live visited a Danfoss plant where variable frequency drives (VFDs) are manufactured. In a Q&A with the media, the congressman spoke of the need to introduce young people to the value of being part of the manufacturing sector.

The Bottom Line on Natural Refrigerants

Conference Presents Business Case for F-Gas Alternatives

Peter Powell

September 16, 2013

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A recent state-of-the-industry panel session focused on the cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency of natural refrigerants when compared to the much more common f-gases.

Sept. 11, 2013: DOE Issues Notice of Rulemaking and Public Meeting on Walk-In Cooler/Freezer Efficiency Standards

Public Meeting/Webinar Is Set for October

September 11, 2013

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking regarding energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. A public meeting has also been scheduled for October.

Propane is now being introduced as a refrigerant to provide the cooling needed to maintain proper product temperature in display cases.

Propane, Ammonia, and CO2 Are Natural Choices for Supermarkets

New Technologies Guide Shift from F-Gases

Peter Powell

September 9, 2013

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On the horizon are the so-called natural refrigerants. Measurements in real-world applications are continually pouring in, offering more evidence of the potential impact — or lack thereof — that these so-called natural refrigerants possess.

A condensing unit is part of a configuration that includes a new defrost scheme and evaporator fan unit with electronically commutated motors (ECMs).

Efficiency and Volume Top Walk-In Wish Lists

Noise, Cost in High Demand for Restaurant Owners

Peter Powell

September 9, 2013

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In restaurants, those large, walk-in refrigerators and freezers need to be energy efficient to help maintain sometimes thin profit margins. And they need to run quietly so as not to disturb customers who may find themselves seated close to the kitchen.

Atmosphere America Natural Refrigerants Conference

Supermarket Talk Turns Natural

New Technology Could Make Refrigeration ‘Sexy’

Peter Powell

September 9, 2013

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In supermarket refrigeration, much of the refrigerant talk is on the so-called ‘naturals.’ And among the naturals, one of the most talked about is R-744 (CO₂).