Herb Brooks Arena Scores Big on Environmental Goals with Honeywell
Site of the 1980 “Miracle on Ice” uses Genetron Performax LT
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — Honeywell announced that the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA), which manages the world-renowned Herb Brooks Ice Arena in Lake Placid, New York, is adopting its Genetron Performax® LT (R-407F) to maintain perfect ice rink temperatures. Honeywell’s refrigerant will replace the currently used R-22 refrigerant as a more cost-effective alternative that provides better performance and long-term savings without requiring significant equipment retrofits.
The Herb Brooks Arena is the site of one of the most famous matches in U.S. Olympic History. In 1980, the U.S. team beat the Russian team 4-3 in a historic match known as the “Miracle on Ice.” The team later beat Finland to secure the gold medal. The arena’s historic significance draws thousands of tourists every year, and its three indoor rinks host hundreds of competitions, programs, and events per year, so consistent ice quality is critical.