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The 3-4-5 Rule for Walk-In Coolers And Freezers

The box must remain square or else the panels will not fit together

November 29, 2021

During the installation of a new walk-in cooler or freezer, it is imperative the box remain square and level during the assembly of its panels.

The Cold Truth About HFC Phasedowns

Jordan Smith

November 23, 2021

The HVACR industry must understand that the HFC “phasedown” is not the same as the “phaseout” that our industry experienced for CFCs and HCFCs.

Reducing Refrigerant Leaks Is Industry Concern

Research details where leaks are usually located in refrigeration systems

Joanna R. Turpin

November 22, 2021

In its recent online summit, the NASRC offered details on common sources of refrigerant leaks and what causes them to occur.

Worthington Industries Requests EPA Repeal Ban On Non-Refillable Cylinders

November 19, 2021

Worthington Industries, Inc. announced that it has filed a petition for partial administrative reconsideration with the EPA regarding the ban on non-refillable cylinders.

HFC Phasedown Rule Creates Cylinder-Shaped Concerns

HARDI, ACCA critiques of DOE strategy focus on QC tracking and refillable requirement

Robert Beverly

November 17, 2021

The DOE’s plans regarding refrigerant cylinders have HARDI voicing concerns on behalf of distributors.

Energy Recovery Signs Agreement with Vallarta Supermarkets for PX G Deployment

This will be the first commercial PX G deployment

November 8, 2021

Energy Recovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERII) and Vallarta Supermarkets announced an agreement to install Energy Recovery’s PX G1300 (PX G) energy recovery device in Vallarta Supermarkets’ store located in the City of Indio in Southern California.

AI Makes Inroads Into Commercial Refrigeration

Artificial intelligence promises to improve energy savings, equipment longevity, and more

Joanna R. Turpin

November 7, 2021

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly entrenched in our society. As can be expected, AI is also coming to the commercial refrigeration market.

EPA Finalizes Rule On Non-Refillable Cylinder Ban

ACCA comments on how the rule will affect HVACR contractors

November 3, 2021

What the impending phasedown of HFCs means for contractors is that some of the most used refrigerants will become less available over the next 15 years.

Animal Sanctuary Receives Donated Ice Machine

Students from The Refrigeration School installed the equipment

November 2, 2021

The Refrigeration School Inc. (RSI) in Phoenix, Arizona, in partnership with Clear Channel Outdoor, recently donated and installed an ice machine at Aimee's Animal Sanctuary in Queen Creek, Arizona, to help protect more than 100 special needs animals from severe heat.

UL Approves Increased R-290 Charge Limits

Higher limits will open the door to new refrigeration opportunities

November 2, 2021

Recently, the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) has approved the second edition of its UL 60335-2-89 standard, which includes higher R-290 charge limits that would expand its potential uses in commercial refrigeration.