Joanna R. Turpin

OEMs Press EPA on Rulemaking Details for AIM Act

Manufacturers cite need for date-of-manufacture provision and updated building codes

July 17, 2022

At EPA’s recent workshop on the AIM Act, manufacturers expressed concerns about lagging building codes and urged the Agency to include a date-of-manufacture provision.

CO₂ Refrigeration Systems: Obstacles and Opportunities

Experts weighed in on this natural refrigerant at Danfoss online event

Joanna R. Turpin

July 14, 2022

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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.

Is It Time To Turn Up The Thermostat in the U.S.?

European countries are mandating higher t-stat settings to save energy

Joanna R. Turpin

July 8, 2022

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We Americans like things cold. Where we don’t like to be cold is at work. In fact, as more employees are returning to office buildings, being cold is one of their biggest complaints.

Kroger Pressured To Eliminate HFCs In Stores

Environmental groups, customers petition company to adopt low-GWP refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

July 6, 2022

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Kroger, the largest grocery chain in the United States, is facing pressure from a coalition of stakeholders to eliminate HFCs from their refrigeration systems.

Learning More About Internet of Things Solutions

The technology is simple to use and manufacturers offer a variety of options

Joanna R. Turpin

July 4, 2022

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Internet of things enabled HVAC equipment can make installation and service easier and more accurate for contractors and technicians.

Diagnostic Internet of Things Technology.

Internet of Things Diagnostics Can Simplify Service Calls

Technology allows techs to install equipment and troubleshoot problems more easily and accurately

Joanna R. Turpin

July 4, 2022

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Internet of Things diagnostics technology can ensure the installation was done correctly, as well as notify technicians of potential service problems, which can keep HVAC equipment operating smoothly and efficiently.

Washington State Hears Concerns About HFC Phasedown

Grocers worry about high cost of switching to low-GWP refrigerants in refrigeration equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

June 30, 2022

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Washington state is currently figuring out how to implement legislation that establishes maximum GWP thresholds for HFC refrigerants used in new stationary refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

The Pandemic Moved The Sales Process Online

Virtual sales calls, online quotes continue to help HVAC contractors connect with customers

Joanna R. Turpin

June 23, 2022

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The pandemic led some contractors to offer alternatives to in-person home visits, such as virtual sales calls or online quotes, which they have found to be very successful.

The Art of Troubleshooting Compressors

Technicians must act quickly to figure out why a compressor is struggling to perform

Joanna R. Turpin

June 20, 2022

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Comprehensive troubleshooting can help technicians determine whether the compressor is working properly.

A2L Terms You Should Know

New terminology is used with mildly flammable refrigerant

Joanna R. Turpin

June 4, 2022

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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.