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Administration Publishes Decarbonization Blueprint

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

April 5, 2024

The Blueprint is the first sector-wide strategy for building decarbonization developed by the federal government.

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New York’s Proposed HFC Rules Face Heat from Critics

Some say the draft regulation could leave the state without air conditioning or refrigeration

Joanna R. Turpin

April 1, 2024

Supporters believe New York's proposed HFC rules combat climate change, but critics worry they are too aggressive and could leave residents without access to HVACR systems.

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Chemical Co. Fined For Illegal R-23 Imports

EPA requires company to destroy the refrigerant and pay a stiff penalty

March 31, 2024

EPA recently slapped a fine on Resonac America Inc. for illegally importing HFC refrigerants.

Keep An Eye On Other Regulations This Year

The refrigerant transition is important, but there are other rules to be aware of

Joanna R. Turpin

March 30, 2024

While refrigerant regulations are important, there are other rules and regulations being implemented that HVACR contractors need to understand.

Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown Successfully Gets EPA to Reverse Course on Steel Regulations

Brown warned the administration that the proposed rules would devastate Ohio steel manufacturers and workers

SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff

March 28, 2024

On March 18, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) successfully pushed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to overhaul its proposed rule related to emissions from integrated iron and steel manufacturing facilities.

Man Arrested for Smuggling HFCs Across Border

Michael Hart, 58, faces multiple charges

Hannah Belloli-Oster

March 19, 2024

In early March, a California man became the first to be arrested for smuggling and then selling banned refrigerant across the U.S. border.

Hensley Beverage Refrigeration Equipment

Beverage Wholesaler Opts For A2L Refrigerant

The Phoenix-based company chose to use R-454C in its new refrigeration equipment

March 4, 2024

In response to the AIM Act, Hensley Beverage chose to install new refrigeration equipment that uses the A2L refrigerant, R-454C.

Don’t Fall For Fake Recovery Cylinders

Shady cylinder manufacturers are selling non-DOT cylinders to unsuspecting contractors

Joanna R. Turpin

March 3, 2024

Growing demand for recovered HFCs highlights the importance of proper refrigerant recovery. Unfortunately, counterfeit recovery cylinders are emerging amid this increasing need.

Navigating the A2L Transition: Insights from the International Code Council

Don’t lose sight of the HVAC refrigerant regulations going into effect this year

Jim Cika

February 24, 2024

New A2L-related code requirements will impact HVAC system installation and include warning labels, ventilation, leak detection, and limits on refrigerant amounts for comfort air conditioning.

HVAC Industry Responds To EPA’s HFC Management Rule

Stakeholders are concerned over issues ranging from training to tracking to reclaim

Joanna R. Turpin

February 14, 2024

In comments to EPA’s proposed rule regarding HFC management, many HVACR stakeholders expressed concern over issues including tracking cylinders, training technicians, and reclaiming refrigerant.