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High Voltage

Defining and Calculating Voltage Imbalance

Improper voltage is the one of the greatest causes of failed compressors in three-phase units
Paul Flora
June 28, 2023
Saving one compressor will cover the cost of a voltage monitor and then some.
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Emerson Refrigeration Technician

Compressors Are Key To Decarbonization In HVACR

Variable-speed technology can help end users meet their sustainability goals
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
May 31, 2023
HVACR systems consume a significant amount of energy, which leads to increased carbon emissions. Manufacturers have found that the variable-speed compressor may be the solution to this problem.
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Compressor Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Worn Rings and Leaky Valves

Technicians must perform a complete service checklist to find the underlying problem
John Tomczyk
May 16, 2023
Learning how to troubleshoot a system that is experiencing leaky valves or worn rings can be challenging, so technicians need to take careful measurements in order to isolate the problem.
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Refrigeration Solutions Featured at AHR Expo

New equipment and components were on display at this annual HVACR event
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
March 18, 2023
At the AHR Expo, refrigeration manufacturers displayed their latest equipment and components that are geared toward the commercial refrigeration market.
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Compressors Help Energy Users Achieve Their Sustainability Goals

Decarbonization, low-GWP refrigerants, and energy efficiency were highlighted on the show floor
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
March 9, 2023
End users are looking for more from their systems than just reliable cooling; they also want sustainable equipment that features better energy efficiency and low-GWP solutions. Several compressor manufacturers have happily obliged.
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Relay Components

Troubleshooting Potential Relays

A malfunctioning relay can damage the compressor, so techs must understand the warning signs
John Tomczyk
February 15, 2023
If a potential relay is malfunctioning, the compressor motor is in danger of not starting, stalling, locking rotor, or even burning out. That is why technicians should understand how to troubleshoot potential relays.
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LG Electronics Component Solutions Highlights New Compressors

New compressors utilize R-32 and R-454B
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
February 7, 2023

At its press conference at the AHR Expo, LG Electronics Component Solutions highlighted its new compressors for residential applications that will utilize the low-GWP refrigerants.


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Compressor

Seven Things to Check to Ensure Proper Compressor Function

HVACR experts share tips for preventing compressor failure before it happens
Hannah Belloli
Hannah Belloli-Oster
December 5, 2022
There are a few different things HVAC contractors can check to ensure proper compressor function. This article highlights seven of them.
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Danfoss Compressor.

The Art of Troubleshooting Compressors

Technicians must act quickly to figure out why a compressor is struggling to perform
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
June 20, 2022
Comprehensive troubleshooting can help technicians determine whether the compressor is working properly.
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Pipes

Oil Traps Protect the Compressor

All vapor-carrying lines in a system should have an oil trap to ensure proper oil return
John Tomczyk
April 8, 2022
Even though the circulated refrigerant is the working fluid required for cooling, lubricant or oil is needed for lubrication of the compressor’s moving mechanical parts.
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