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Copeland Oil-Free Centrifugal Compressor

June 18, 2025

Leveraging 100 years of the Copeland legacy of reliability and inventiveness, this compressor offers the next evolution of compressor technology in the market.

Beyond On/Off: How Variable Speed Redefines Efficiency

Variable speed has become the new standard for compressors

Dylan Kurt

May 2, 2025

With energy costs rising with SEER2, variable-speed tech is poised to take more of the market share

Electrification and Decarbonization Goals

From commercial buildings to the residential market, manufacturers are investing in sustainability

Matt Jachman

February 25, 2025

At the recent AHR Expo, manufacturers talked about HVAC products that help further the building electrification and decarbonization movement.

Carlyle Compressors Variable-Speed 06M Compressor

Changing Compressor Technology

The transition to A2L refrigerants means a compressor transition too

Matt Jachman

August 30, 2024

The move to A2L refrigerants means compressors in new a/c and heat pump systems will have different features than older models. Three compressor manufacturers say they’re prepared.

FROSTlines

Is It Time to Replace the Liquid Line Drier?

This inexpensive component is critical for proper moisture remova

Justin Bailey

May 18, 2024

Keeping a refrigeration system clean and dry by changing the liquid line drier can be the least expensive insurance against compressor failure.

Copeland Oil-Free Centrifugal Compressor

Low-GWP Compressors Meet Demand for Sustainable Solutions

Manufacturers at the AHR Expo highlighted a range of energy-efficient, low-GWP compressors

Joanna R. Turpin

March 12, 2024

End users are looking for low-GWP solutions, and compressor manufacturers displayed their options at the AHR Expo.

The Benefits of Compressor Time Delay Relays

This simple component can help prevent compressor failure

Joe Marchese

January 2, 2024

Continuous and rapid cycling is hard on a compressor, but the use of a simple time delay relay can mitigate the risk of compressor failure.

Best Service Practices for A2L Compressors

Mildly flammable refrigerants will require extra diligence

Joanna R. Turpin

December 4, 2023

Compressors in A2L systems are similar to A1 systems, so technicians won't need extensive retraining, especially if they follow best practices.

Turbocor Marks 10 Years as a Danfoss Company

November 10, 2023

More than 130,000 Danfoss Turbocor compressors have been installed around the world.

Exclusive Q&A with Copeland CEO Ross B. Shuster

Blackstone’s multi-billion dollar deal with Emerson aims to build on Copeland’s 100-year legacy, global recognition, and influence across the HVACR industry

Herb Woerpel

July 26, 2023

Ross B. Shuster, CEO, Copeland, discusses Blackstone’s investment into the company, how the transaction will impact the company’s HVAC offerings, and more.