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A rendition of the yf molecule, the basis for HFO-1234yf refrigerant

Honeywell Scientists Recognized as ‘Heroes of Chemistry’

American Chemical Society award cites development of HFO-1234yf as R-134a replacement

July 4, 2016

The American Chemical Society (ACS) has recognized seven Honeywell scientists with the ACS’ prestigious Heroes of Chemistry Award for the development of a low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant being adopted for vehicles globally.

Follett Purchased by Middleby Corp.

Ice and refrigeration company will be ‘highly complementary’ to Middleby’s portfolio

July 4, 2016

Investment banker Harris Williams & Co., has announced the sale of Follett Corp., Easton, Pennsylvania, to The Middleby Corp., Elgin, Illinois. Follett is a designer and manufacturer of ice and medical-grade refrigeration products.

Will the Refrigerant Changeover be Like Pulling Teeth?

The HVACR industry has shown its adaptability before, and will again

Ron Rajecki

July 4, 2016

We all know that some of the new refrigerant options are highly flammable, some are mildly flammable, and some operate at very high pressures. But our industry is filled with smart people who know the hazards, and will train and adapt.

Ingersoll Rand Honored with Three Awards for Product Sustainability

Honored for Thermo King truck and trailer refrigeration units, two Trane chillers

July 1, 2016

Ingersoll Rand announced that it received three Product and Project of the Year awards from Environmental Leader at the fifth annual Environmental Leader Conference in Denver. The honored products are part of Ingersoll Rand’s EcoWise™ portfolio.

Revised AHRI Guideline Removes Color Assignments for Refrigerant Containers

Now specifies that all refrigerant containers should have one uniform paint color

June 29, 2016

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has announced significant changes to refrigerant paint color designations in the revised version of AHRI Guideline N, Assignment of Refrigerant Container Colors.

Phononic Unveils Medical-Grade Solid-State Undercounter Refrigerator

Provides smart refrigeration with precision temperature control

June 28, 2016

Phononic, a supplier of solid-state cooling and heating technology, announced the latest model introduction to its Evolve™ brand. The 5.5-cubic-foot, medical-grade undercounter refrigerator is designed to safeguard drugs, vaccines, and medical devices with exacting temperature control and embedded monitoring software.

Spectronics Corp.: Dye Injector

June 27, 2016

This kit is designed for mineral oil, polyvinylether (PVE), polyolester (POE), and alkyl benzene lubricant systems. It can add fluorescent dyes into air conditioning and refrigeration systems without the use of additional refrigerant.

Intertek Expands HVACR Testing Services in US

Investments in equipment provide greater capabilities

June 22, 2016

Intertek announced it has invested in expanded laboratory space and equipment to further enhance its testing capabilities to the HVACR industry. With these investments in testing equipment is unique to North America, Intertek said it continues to build on its status as one of the largest global networks of third-party testing facilities.

Phononic Recognized as a 2016 CNBC Disruptor 50 Company

Company is building market traction for its solid-state cooling and heating

June 20, 2016

Phononic, developer of solid-state cooling and heating technology, announced that it has been named to the fourth annual CNBC Disruptor 50 List, recognizing the company as a forward-thinking startup with the potential to influence and change markets.

AHRI Announces $5.2M Refrigerant Study

AHRI, ASHRAE, US DOE partnership devotes $5.2 million to broaden knowledge

June 20, 2016

The research program is part of an ongoing global effort to phase down the use of high-GWP refrigerants and identify appropriate climate-friendly alternatives. The DOE will contribute $3 million; ASHRAE, $1.2 million; and AHRI, $1 million.