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Troubleshooting Reasons for Failing Start Capacitors

Tips for troubleshooting possible causes and best practices for replacing

April 2, 2018

Many single-phase compressors require a start capacitor to assist in starting the motor. These capacitors will occasionally fail, causing a compressor to fail to start.

Compressors Evolving to Meet Regulatory, Customer Needs

Next-generation compressors are turning to new, more efficient technologies

Herb Woerpel

March 26, 2018

From the introduction of scroll technology to the onset of variable speed, HVACR compressors have come a long way. Unequivocally, these aren’t your grandfather’s compressors.

Danfoss Triumphs at AHR Expo

The manufacturer received the Product of the Year award during the annual Innovation Awards

Nicole Krawcke

February 26, 2018

Danfoss had a fruitful and satisfying 2018 AHR Expo. Not only was its Turbocor® TTH/TGH High Lift Compressor named the winner of the 2018 AHR Expo Innovation Awards in the Green Building category, the company also took home the coveted Product of the Year award.

LG Finds Success in Compressors

Kyle Gargaro

February 26, 2018

LG Electronics USA Inc.’s Component Solutions division recently introduced three new compressors at the 2018 AHR Expo.

TECUMSEH VAE SERIES VARIABLE SPEED COMPRESSOR

Tecumseh Introduces IntelliCool Platform, New Products at Expo

Nick Kostora

February 26, 2018

During a press conference at the 2018 AHR Expo, Doug Murdock, president and CEO, Tecumseh Products Co. LLC, said the company, both at the show and in the coming year, will continue to launch and innovate with products customers want.

Emerson: Fractional HP Compressors

September 4, 2017

These fractional-horsepower, low-temperature Copeland Scroll compressors utilize liquid-injection technology to cool discharge temperatures and reduce compressor stress while also meeting upcoming federal regulatory requirements.

Emerson Expands North American Compressor Headquarters

Sidney, Ohio-based manufacturer continues to grow after 80 years

Mike Murphy

August 14, 2017

Brent Schroeder, group president, heating and air conditioning, Emerson’s Commercial and Residential Solutions platform, numerous other Emerson leaders, and a handful of local and state dignitaries were on hand to turn the first shovels of dirt for an expansion project on a site that currently employs approximately 1,700 people.

Danfoss: Centrifugal Compressors

April 3, 2017

TG Series units are oil-free, variable-speed, magnetic-bearing, and centrifugal compressors. The compressors provide full- and part-load energy efficiency and feature a small footprint, light weight, low vibration, low sound, intelligent controls, and soft-starting characteristics.

Technicians Navigate Next-generation Refrigerants

Technicians are on the front lines as ‘alternative’ refrigerants become mainstream gases

Ron Rajecki

March 27, 2017

Several leading compressor manufacturers weighed in with insights and advice for contractors and technicians as they learn how to work safely with the equipment utilizing these so-called alternative refrigerants as they transition into primary refrigerant choices.

Ice Energy: Energy Storage

March 6, 2017

The Ice Cub is a compact, home-optimized HVAC system comprised of an ultra-high-efficiency compressor and ice tank with heat exchanger. The compressor operates in multiple modes. It can cool the home like a conventional a/c unit or, store energy in the form of cooling by freezing water in the ice tank.