Articles Tagged with ''R-22 phaseout''

Last year at Golden Refrigerants, reclamation of R-22 was fairly consistent with previous years, and the company expects similar results this year. - The ACHR News

Reclaimed R-22 Dips, No Shortages Foreseen

According to industry experts, there is an ample supply of R-22 still available for future use

June 3, 2019

While some may be concerned over whether recovery and reclamation efforts will be sufficient to meet the industry’s needs going forward, reclaimers are adamant that R-22 is still widely available, affordable, and legal.

Project Files: Episode 18 - Duluth Ice Arena - The ACHR News

Project Files: Episode 18 — Duluth Ice Arena Converts to Opteon XP40

Maria Taylor

May 17, 2019

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The rink at Mars Lakeview Arena in Duluth, Minnesota, maintained a full-size ice sheet with 1,750 pounds of R-22. The converted DX chiller system runs on a non-ozone depleting, low-GWP refrigerant , R-449A.

AHR Expo Highlights Refrigerant Alternatives, Evolving Regulations

HVACR industry groups, manufacturers discuss low-GWP alternatives, current laws

Joanna R. Turpin

March 4, 2019

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It seems that everyone wants to know more about what’s going on with the state of refrigerants in the U.S.

Dynatemp’s Will Gresham (behind counter) talks to several expo attendees about R-421A, which is a long-term replacement refrigerant for R-22. - The ACHR News

Dynatemp Focuses on Educational Opportunities With HVACR Wholesalers

Also looks to increase wholesaler partnerships this year

Joanna R. Turpin

February 18, 2019

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Will Gresham, executive vice president, Dynatemp Intl., said the company plans to focus on its revamped reclamation program, partner wholesalers, and education this year.

At the Aspen booth, attendees could spin the wheel to receive gift cards, totes, and flashlights. - The ACHR News

Aspen Urges the HVACR Industry to ‘Disregard the R-22 Myth’

Many people still remain confused about what the phaseout means

Joanna R. Turpin

February 18, 2019

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In Aspen Refrigerant’s booth, the message to the industry was quite clear: R-22 is readily available and will be legal to use, buy, and sell for years to come.

A-Gas Rapid Recovery System at AHR Expo 2019. - The ACHR News

A-Gas: R-22 Is Still Legal, Available

Company also touts refrigerant separation, recovery, and reclamation capabilities

Joanna R. Turpin

February 18, 2019

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A-Gas is dedicated to the lifecycle management of refrigerants and specialty gases, which includes new refrigerant sales; on-site refrigerant recovery; reclamation and separation; Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) testing and analysis; buyback; and destruction.

EPA Approves Honeywell Solstice N40 For Use In Ice Rinks

October 26, 2018

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As rink owners look to shift away from R-22 — a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) that is widely used in ice rinks across the U.S. and Canada — they face the challenge of selecting an alternative refrigerant that delivers equivalent capacity and proven performance but without disrupting rink operations. New production of R-22 will cease at the end of 2019.

Here, a contractor services a Zero Zone system. - The ACHR News

HFO Sightings: Refrigerant Retrofits Becoming More Common in Supermarkets

Best practices help ensure supermarket transitions to low-GWP blends go smoothly

Joanna R. Turpin

October 1, 2018

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HFO blends are not drop-in refrigerants, and modifications usually have to be made to the equipment before they are used. However, following the guidelines from experts in the industry can help ensure a smooth transition.

Letters From Our Readers: June 5, 2017

June 5, 2017

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The following remarks were made regarding the “EPA Finalizes R-22 Phaseout Plan” article, written by former editor Peter Powell, published Nov. 23, 2014, in The NEWS.

The Value of Refrigerant Recovery Incentives

Is pay to play a proper way to increase reclaim rates in preparation of the final R-22 phaseout deadline?

April 10, 2017

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Are there ways to encourage greater collection of R-22 and other refrigerants so they can be reclaimed? And what form might that encouragement take?

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ACHRNEWS

2019 October 7

In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we present the Commercial Heating Showcase, as well as a look at developments in home performance contracting, and in the refrigeration industry.

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