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R32 Refrigeration Unit.

A2L Terms You Should Know

New terminology is used with mildly flammable refrigerant
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Joanna R. Turpin
June 4, 2022
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The HVACR industry is in the process of transitioning away from HFCs such as R-410A to alternative refrigerants that are mildly flammable (A2L). Because of their flammable nature, these refrigerants are referred to in terms that may not be familiar to contractors and technicians.
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UL Approves Increased R-290 Charge Limits

Higher limits will open the door to new refrigeration opportunities
November 2, 2021
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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.
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Reducing Refrigerant Leaks Should Be Top Priority for HVACR Contractors

Let’s talk leaks — it’s an important subject
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Joanna R. Turpin
June 2, 2021
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Refrigerant leaks in HVACR equipment – particularly commercial refrigeration systems -- are a significant problem.
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Daikin Applied Chiller.

Chiller Refrigerant Choices Are Evolving with New Regulations

New federal and state regulations focus on reducing use of high-GWP refrigerants
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Joanna R. Turpin
May 18, 2021
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Chiller OEMs have been preparing for a refrigerant phasedown, and they are identifying alternative refrigerants that are efficient, safe, and cost-effective.
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Technician servicing air conditioning equipment.

A2L Units Will Require Refrigerant Detection Systems

OEM-installed sensors will monitor for leaks and activate mitigation if necessary
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Joanna R. Turpin
May 10, 2021
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Change is coming to the HVACR industry as state and federal regulations are being enacted that will lead to a phase down of high-GWP refrigerants such as R-410A.
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AHRI Releases Refrigerant Research Results

Tested A2L refrigerants difficult to ignite, had low flame speeds
March 18, 2021
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The research was undertaken to develop training programs for firefighting personnel when responding to fires in occupancies with both new and existing refrigerants.
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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
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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.
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Global HVACR Industry Will Continue to Improve with Each Generation

Global HVACR Industry Will Continue to Improve with Each Generation

Future-proof solutions are a myth
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Jordan Smith
February 3, 2020
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The refrigeration industry can and should continue to challenge itself to focus on what we know are important factors.
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Bacharach Refrigerant Management Software Available for Free

Software tacks refrigerant usage, leak inspections, and leak events
January 21, 2020
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The software is an enterprise-scale system to track refrigerant usage, leak inspections, and leak events.
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AHRI Board Supports ASHRAE and UL Safety Standards

Adoption in building codes to enable new refrigerant uses is urged
January 8, 2020
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The Board of Directors of AHRI voted unanimously to support safety standards ASHRAE 15 (2019) and UL60335-2-40 3rd edition.
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