Refrigeration - Page 38

Winter Olympics Will Have Eco-Friendly Ice Rinks

CO2 and R-449A will be used in Beijing’s skating competition venues

February 2, 2022

According to China’s State Council Information Office, the country is committed to hosting a green Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. As such, Beijing 2022 has stayed eco-friendly in ice-making.

R-466A May Pose Compatibility Issue In A/C Units

UC Davis case study also shows new refrigerant offers similar performance to R-410A

February 2, 2022

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Refrigerants used in vapor-compression air conditioners and heat pumps have been the subject of environmental regulations, requiring the need to develop alternative solutions with lower GWP.

Project Files: Episode 45 — New Jersey Cold Storage Warehouse Overhaul

Evapco condenser future-proofs facility, keeps seafood fresh

Maria Taylor

January 28, 2022

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Lineage Logistics recently funded renovations to the refrigeration system at a New Jersey facility, including replacement of an evaporative condenser.

Yellow Jacket Accuprobe IR Leak Detector.

How To Choose a Handheld Electronic Leak Detector

Technicians should consider current and future refrigerants when buying these tools

Joanna R. Turpin

January 25, 2022

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Refrigerant leaks not only represent a financial and operational burden to end users, they’re not great for the environment either.

Stock Your HVAC Service Vehicle So You Don’t Waste Time

Keep a list of items that need to be replaced and update it regularly

Joe Marchese

January 24, 2022

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There are many ways to waste time on a repair, but one of the more common ways is not having what you need to finish the job.

What Should the Condensing Temperature Be?

The high side of a refrigeration system will provide valuable insights into potential problems

John Tomczyk

January 22, 2022

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What happens in the condenser is a direct reflection of what is happening in the rest of the refrigeration system.

HVAC technician servicing air conditioner.

New Year Ushers In Start Of HFC Phasedown

Starting January 1, there is a 10% production cut of HFC refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

January 13, 2022

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Beginning this year, the production of HFC refrigerants will be reduced by 10%, while a steeper cut comes in 2024, when production must be reduced to 60% of the baseline established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Troubleshooting Pressure Transducers

Techs must understand how to service refrigeration systems with electronic controls

Joe Marchese

January 5, 2022

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As more refrigeration systems incorporate electronic controls into their design, it is important for technicians to be able to troubleshoot these electronic devices, such as the pressure transducer.

New ‘Jelly Ice Cube’ Could Transform Cold Storage

UC Davis researchers develop ice cube that doesn’t melt or grow mold

January 4, 2022

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Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have developed a new type of cooling cube that could revolutionize how food is kept cold and shipped fresh without relying on ice or traditional cooling packs.

EPA’s Cylinder Ban Comes Under Fire From HVAC Industry

Critics say the disposable refrigerant cylinder ban increases costs and poses safety risks for technicians

Joanna R. Turpin

January 4, 2022

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EPA’s final rule on the AIM Act included a ban on non-refillable refrigerant cylinders starting in 2025. Several industry associations and a cylinder manufacturer have filed petitions to overturn the ban.