Articles by Joanna R. Turpin

What to Look For When Purchasing A Refrigerant Recovery Machine

Reliability, versatility, and speed are usually the features that matter most

June 30, 2020

Refrigerant recovery machines are one of the most expensive tools that contractors own, so it’s important to make the right purchase decision.

COVID-19’s ‘Five Cs’ That Could Change HVACR Business Forever

Traumatic events usually result in lasting consequences

Joanna R. Turpin

June 30, 2020

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Any time our society experiences a traumatic event, there are bound to be lasting consequences.

The reclamation process at Golden Refrigerant.

R-22 Reclamation Continues to Slow Down

Mixed refrigerants are also a problem, as proper recovery practices not always followed

Joanna R. Turpin

June 29, 2020

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A large installed base equipment still uses R-22, so once virgin supplies are exhausted, reclaimed refrigerant will be the only source available.

A Closer Look at Several Alternatives to R-22

Always check with manufacturer before retrofitting any cooling equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

June 29, 2020

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If customers are seeking a more environmentally friendly alternative to HCFCs, there are many options available.

Code Updates For Ammonia and A2L Refrigerants

New online IIAR Conference and Expo offered virtual technical sessions

Joanna R. Turpin

June 2, 2020

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The IIAR executive committee and staff moved quickly to put together the first-of-its-kind Virtual Conference and Expo.

On Refrigerant Regulations, The Logjam Is Starting To Break

Legislation is moving forward at the state and federal level

Joanna R. Turpin

June 2, 2020

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Ever since the courts ruled in 2017 that the EPA did not have the authority to phase down HFCs, the HVACR industry has been in limbo.

Can HVAC Systems Spread the COVID-19 Virus?

Can HVAC Systems Spread COVID-19?

Experts answer this and other questions about the role HVAC plays in virus transmission

Joanna R. Turpin

May 31, 2020

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When it comes to COVID-19, there are still many questions about how the virus spreads and what role the HVAC system can play in its transmission.

One of Chemours’ most popular HFO blends, Opteon XP40 (R-449A).

Grocers’ Growing Interest in HFO Solutions

Lower-GWP refrigerant alternatives can be retrofitted into existing refrigeration equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

May 27, 2020

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The refrigerant regulatory landscape is changing in the U.S., leaving many scrambling to figure out which lower-GWP solution will work best.

The 75F Central Control Unit (CCU) dashboard.

The Promise Of Artificial Intelligence In Chillers And Rooftops

Technology can predict problems, as well as improve comfort and efficiency

Joanna R. Turpin

May 15, 2020

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most promising — and exciting — technologies to come to the HVACR industry in a long time.

Customers have started to allow IFS to service equipment again.

Maintaining Idle HVAC Systems During The Shutdown

Buildings that are closed or have reduced occupancy still need their equipment serviced

Joanna R. Turpin

May 13, 2020

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Just because buildings are closed does not mean that routine maintenance on HVAC equipment should be put off.

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Carrier recently announced that it had chosen R-454B as its primary lower-GWP solution.

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