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How To Stop The TXV From Hunting

Excessive hunting can reduce the capacity and efficiency of the refrigeration system

February 29, 2024

If TXV hunting is observed when troubleshooting a refrigeration system, its cause should be identified and repaired to allow for better system performance.

Heatcraft Announces Price Increases of Up to 4%

December 20, 2023

Heatcraft's price increases of up to 4% will be in effect for orders placed on or after Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024.

Ice Machine Evaporators With Separating Grids

If grid separation occurs, it is often more cost-effective to replace the entire ice machine

Joe Marchese

December 20, 2023

If an ice machine evaporator has a grid design, it can separate from the evaporator plate over time, causing ice to form between the two parts, causing problems.

Honeywell Offers Free ESCO Institute A2L Safety Course

December 1, 2023

The four-hour ESCO A2L Refrigerant Safety Training Course is available by watching an introductory session that was recently livestreamed on YouTube.

Preventing Leaks In Refrigeration Systems

Refrigerant is expensive, so be on the lookout for potential leaks

Joe Marchese

November 21, 2023

While servicing equipment, technicians should be on the lookout for sources of potential future leaks, as well as follow good service practices to prevent creating leaks.

Troubleshooting Electronic Temperature Controls

Repairing reach-in coolers and freezers with these controls can be challenging

Joe Marchese

September 27, 2023

Repairing reach-in coolers and freezers with electronic temperature controllers can be challenging at times.

Trades School Opens Dallas Metro Campus

September 21, 2023

The Dallas Metro TWS campus will offer professional welder and refrigeration technologies programs in addition to an all-new electrical lineworker program.

Ignoring Advice on Nitrogen Purging Can Mean More Headaches for HVACR Contractors

Nitrogen purging while brazing refrigerant tubes takes only a few extra minutes, but many installers don’t recognize its importance

Brian Henderson

June 3, 2023

A nitrogen purge is a simple HVAC process that will save money in the long run and keep customers happy.

Understanding Direct Expansion Evaporators

Refrigeration equipment can utilize several different kinds of evaporators

Joe Marchese

June 2, 2023

One of the major components in any refrigeration system is the evaporator, and there are several types of direct expansion (DX) evaporators that can be used.