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Feds Sentence Refrigerant Smuggler to Probation, Must Pay $250,000 Fine

Man brought R-22 into country without a permit

March 7, 2022

There have been jokes in the HVAC industry about smuggling R-22 ever since the refrigerant phasedown was announced, but a Texas man isn’t laughing after getting sentenced for doing just that.

The Benefits of Using the Pinch-Off Tool

This handy tool can help ensure leak-free refrigeration systems

Joe Marchese

March 2, 2022

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Many new self-contained fractional horsepower refrigeration systems will be shipped from the factory with no service access ports.

Hudson To Supply Reclaimed Refrigerant To AprilAire

The refrigerant will be used in a range of healthy IAQ solutions

March 1, 2022

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Hudson Technologies, Inc. and AprilAire announced they will work together to meet the requirements of the recently finalized CARB Regulation Order for Reclaimed Refrigerant Use for Manufacturers of AC Equipment.

Take Time To Train For Refrigerant Transition

Contractors and technicians need to learn how to safely handle A2L refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

March 1, 2022

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Unlike the last transition, which shifted from the use of one nonflammable refrigerant to another, many of these new refrigerants are mildly flammable (A2L), so additional training will be needed in order to safely use them.

Honeywell Introduces Low-GWP Refrigerant For Supermarkets

Non-flammable R-471A meets stricter regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

February 28, 2022

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Honeywell announced a new low-GWP refrigerant for commercial and industrial refrigeration that is optimized for supermarkets.

Arkema Features Low-GWP Refrigerant Solutions

Company also highlights innovative partnership

Joanna R. Turpin

February 28, 2022

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One of the things Arkema looked forward to most this year at the AHR Expo was reconnecting with its customers and peers after a two-year hiatus, which allowed them to talk about their continued efforts in sustainability and partnership with Nutrien Ltd.

Honeywell Responds to Needs of Major Retailers to Shrink Carbon Footprints

Solstice N71 provides stronger energy performance, lower emissions with conventional equipment

Ted Craig

February 28, 2022

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The world is moving quickly toward new refrigerants that have lower GWP, and Honeywell wants to be a leader in answering that challenge.

Sanhua Supplies Parts for Electronic Systems

Switching from manual to electronic will require new valves and controls

Maria Taylor

February 28, 2022

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Replacing manual parts with electronic was the theme at Sanhua’s booth at the AHR Expo.

Regal Tackles Retrofits, Energy Efficiency

Contractors in attendance got a sneak preview at several products, including a commercial fan assembly

Maria Taylor

February 28, 2022

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Regal Rexnord’s booth at the AHR Expo had a clear theme: energy efficiency.

AHR attendees gather at the Yellow Jacket booth.

Yellow Jacket Keeps Legacy Intact While Innovating

HVACR supply manufacturer develops new products while promoting the old

Layan Dahhan

February 28, 2022

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In addition to the launch of some new products at this year’s AHR Expo, Yellow Jacket is relaunching some products that did not have the opportunity to feature in person.