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Home » refrigerant leaks

Articles Tagged with ''refrigerant leaks''

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Kroger to Spend $100 Million to Reduce Refrigerant Leaks

DOJ says grocer failed to promptly repair R-22 leaks for almost 10 years
The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
May 28, 2026

Kroger will spend $100 million to reduce refrigerant leaks and replace hundreds of systems under a proposed DOJ settlement over alleged Clean Air Act violations.


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Danfoss Climate Solutions Opens Commercial Refrigeration Testing Lab in Tallahassee

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
December 14, 2025

Since its opening in 2017, the ADC in Tallahassee has worked with customers to develop and test new HVAC/R products and solutions, with the ability to simulate a variety of environmental and operational conditions.


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Proactive Refrigerant Leak Detection Helps Protect Profits

Leaks are expensive and can reduce the energy efficiency of refrigeration systems
Ming Yong Marion Lazzarotto
December 1, 2025

By proactively detecting and repairing leaks, operators can cut operating costs, extend equipment life, and stay ahead of both maintenance and compliance requirements.


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How HVACR Businesses Can Prepare for the EPA's 2026 Refrigerant Tracking Shift

October 1, 2025
Starting January 1, 2026, the EPA will lower the refrigerant charge threshold for leak monitoring and compliance. FMHero offers automated tracking, documentation, and leak monitoring to help companies meet these new requirements efficiently and stay compliant moving forward.
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First A2L Ice Rink Installed in Canada

The modular design of the new R-454A system increases energy efficiency and reliability
June 30, 2025

Collaboration and teamwork led to the successful design and installation of Canada’s first ice rink to use an A2L refrigerant.  


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HVAC Tech Loses Most of Hands in Explosion, Awarded $75 Million

Tech grabbed line to stop refrigerant from spraying on customers
Hannah Belloli
Hannah Belloli-Oster
June 26, 2025

According to the lawsuit complaint, Brian Mierendorf, 37, was asked to service the refrigeration lines within a Kroger in Michigan. The lawsuit stated that during maintenance, a refrigeration line began spraying liquid refrigerant into the store. 


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Detect and Protect: Everything Techs Need to Know About RDSs

Manufacturers offer resources and guidance on refrigerant detection systems
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
December 16, 2024
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.
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Posifa A2L Refrigerant Leak Sensor Achieves Intertek Certification

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
December 8, 2024

The Intertek certification verifies that the device meets the safety and performance requirements for refrigerant detection systems outlined in Annex LL of UL 60335-2-40:2022 Ed. 4 and CSA C22.2#60335-2-40:2022 Ed. 4. 


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Locating Hard-to-Find Refrigerant Leaks

If You Are Unable to Find a Leak, Patience Is Usually Your Best Tool
Joe Marchese
December 6, 2024
Perseverance is generally your best tool when trying to find a refrigerant leak.
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Zonefirst Offers A2L-Compatible Solutions

October 18, 2024

Zonefirst’s solutions ensure safe and efficient performance for residential and commercial A2L systems, the company said in a press release.


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