Items Tagged with 'GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerants'

As refrigerants evolve, compressor lubricants must keep pace. The wrong oil-refrigerant combination can reduce efficiency, damage compressors, and shorten system life.

AI-driven data center growth is reshaping cooling strategies, driving adoption of lower-GWP refrigerants as manufacturers develop solutions that balance efficiency, sustainability, and reliability. 

The shift to low-GWP refrigerants is raising the stakes on vendor oversight, making compliance documentation more important than ever for HVACR contractors.

The shift to lower-GWP refrigerants in commercial refrigeration is accelerating, with food retailers adopting diverse options including R-290, A2L systems, and CO₂ solutions for various store formats.  

The shift to A2L refrigerants may seem daunting, but with proper tools, training, and safety know-how, contractors can handle the change with confidence. 

Hybrid cooling systems combine the best of passive and active technologies to maximize energy efficiency and reliability in industrial environments.

 CO₂ refrigeration is moving beyond larger systems as improved CO₂ scroll compressors make smaller, distributed R-744 units increasingly practical and appealing. 

Regulations are accelerating low-GWP refrigeration adoption. While CO₂, A2Ls, and propane offer viable paths, each has unique challenges for end users.  

EPA announced it will temporarily deprioritize enforcement of the installation ban for certain pre-2025 AC, heat pump, and commercial refrigeration equipment.

Manufacturers are aligned on adopting A2L refrigerants for commercial refrigeration, creating a clear and consistent path forward for the industry.