Starting in 2025, most new comfort cooling systems will use lower-GWP, mildly flammable refrigerants, which include a safety feature called the refrigerant detection system (RDS), which detects leaks and can be factory or field installed.
Technicians must be trained to handle A2L refrigerants safely, using proper equipment, following safety guidelines, and understanding risks to prevent injuries.
To successfully open their own training facility, contractors have to thoughtfully decide on a curriculum, find or design a space that can house students and faculty plus all the needed equipment to train, secure the necessary finances, hire a credible lead instructor, and market it.
Laars Heating Systems and Bradford White use a few different modalities when training, such as virtual live presentations, on-demand video content, and self-guided learning. But their focus, overall, is in hands-on learning.
CO2 refrigeration systems demand both classroom knowledge and hands-on experience, which is why blending theory with practice creates top-notch technicians.
Since A2L refrigerants are designated as mildly flammable, safety features like refrigerant detection systems (RDSs) are being incorporated into new residential/light commercial ducted split systems that contain more than 4 pounds of A2L refrigerant. Here’s what HVAC technicians need to know about installing those RDS in the field.
The most successful trainers will realize that the relationship Gen Z has with technology fits right in with the present mindset of the HVACR industry.
On Demand Join HVAC industry experts from Johnson Controls and ESCO Institute for a deeper dive into the practical aspects of what the move to A2L refrigerants means for distributors and contractors like you!
On Demand Dive into an R-32 discussion with Daikin. Learn about training opportunities and resources showcasing industry-leading solutions for the upcoming refrigerant transition. This event helps equip HVAC professionals with essential knowledge and skills for the future, focusing on the adoption of R-32 refrigerant and its many benefits.
On Demand With 78% of customers willing to pay more for a connected home, we’ll discuss how professional installers can unlock this demand to meet their customers' needs while also helping them significantly boost sales.
On Demand Join us for an essential webinar on navigating upcoming Low GWP refrigerant regulations. We’ll delve into new R290 charge limits and classifications, explore the efficiency benefits of R290, and cover best safety practices for servicing and replacing refrigeration systems with low GWP refrigerants.
On Demand This session will discuss the A2L refrigerant transition of VRF and Ductless systems and its impacts on the design, installation, and maintenance of hydronic variable refrigerant flow and traditional VRF Systems.