The author is rule co-author at EPA’s Stratospheric Protection Division. She can be reached at gatica.staci@epa.gov. Division staffers said they would provide answers to any questions people might have.

New Refrigerant Rules and What They Mean

Staci Gatica

February 1, 2010

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On Jan. 1, 2010, two important federal rules took effect. While many people in the industry have heard about upcoming changes, they and others still may have specific questions. Here are answers to some expected questions, provided by the rules’ authors in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

On Demand Refrigerant Safety Classes A2L and A3 have a very low GWP, making them a strong, long-term solution for many HVACR applications. However, these refrigerants are classified as mildly flammable and highly flammable respectively. This flammability class raises safety and compliance concerns. This webinar will help you understand these classes, along with the opportunities these refrigerants can offer.

As the HVAC market continues to expand and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technologies continue to evolve, the demand for contractors with VRF expertise will only grow. This presentation provides thorough insight into the requirements, advantages and opportunities associated with specifying VRF systems and addresses the common misconceptions contractors may encounter in the field.

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