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Items Tagged with 'compressor technology'

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1950s: Rotary Compressors Transform HVAC Equipment

Slimmer, more efficient systems led to widespread a/c adoption
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
May 28, 2026

A look back at how advancements in compressor technology forever changed the HVAC industry. 


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Combining Equipment Startup with System Commissioning

Add value for building owner customers with system commissioning
Howard McKew, P.E., C.P.E.
May 13, 2026

Combine equipment startup and system commissioning into a single, streamlined process to improve quality control and efficiency.


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When Does a Compressor Swap Still Make Sense?

Rising equipment costs and refrigerant changes are forcing contractors to rethink repair vs. replace decisions
Hannah Belloli
Hannah Belloli-Oster
May 7, 2026

Rising equipment costs, refrigerant transitions, and broader economic pressure are forcing contractors and homeowners alike to take a closer look at when a compressor swap still makes sense.   


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Brett Hopkins Compressors

The Future of Refrigerants for HVAC Compressors and Their Challenges

An evolving refrigerant landscape and advanced sealing materials are shaping the future of HVAC compressors amid regulatory, environmental, and efficiency demands
Brett Hopkins ESnews
Brett Hopkins
April 16, 2026

Written by Brett Hopkins of Trelleborg Sealing Solutions R&D, ES NEWS’ latest Case in Point examines how new refrigerants and elastomer technologies are impacting HVAC compressor design and reliability.


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Retrofitting Fixed-Speed Refrigeration Compressors

Several options are available that can improve system performance
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Sharon Ramsay
March 31, 2026

Retrofit strategies for fixed-speed compressors — including advanced compressor controls — can be used to improve energy performance of older HVACR systems without costly full replacements.


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FROSTlines

 Ensuring Proper Oil Return to the Compressor

Good piping practice is the foundation of reliable oil return
Joe Marchese
February 19, 2026

Ensuring proper oil return is not just a maintenance consideration; it is a fundamental design requirement for every refrigeration system. 


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Danfoss NetZero QA

Engineering Net Zero: Inside Danfoss’ Mission to Decarbonize Data Centers

From liquid cooling breakthroughs to heat reuse strategies and next-gen power systems, here's how Danfoss is charting their roadmap for decarbonizing data centers
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
December 26, 2025

Leaders at Danfoss unpack how the company’s engineering, collaborative research, and data-driven solutions are changing the landscape of energy-efficient, sustainable data centers worldwide.


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Danfoss Inaugurates Expansion of Monterrey, Mexico Factory

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
November 11, 2025

The new production area will add about 300 new full-time positions, strengthening Danfoss’ commitment to Mexico as a key manufacturing hub. 


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Inside the HVAC Equipment M&A Surge: Data Centers, Efficiency, and Private Equity

From compressors to controls, HVAC equipment is now an investor magnet
Justin Wolfort
Justin Wolfort
October 27, 2025

Data centers need cooling solutions — and that need keeps growing every year.


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Danfoss Acquires Palladio Compressors

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
October 8, 2025

Over the past two years, Danfoss and Palladio have evaluated technological synergies, particularly in high-lift heat pumps. Integrating Palladio's screw compressors with our existing technologies signifies competitive and advanced high-temperature solutions.


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5/6/14
Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Scroll Compressor Technology Day—INLD-STT1

The Scroll Compressor Technology Day provides a concise overview of the applicable Copeland brand compressors and their varying applications. The course then follows up with proven troubleshooting techniques and practices.

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Live Training Track

10/23/14
Miami Lakes, Fla.

Hands-On Hermetic Simulator Technology Day Hermetic Compressor—INLD-HERMSIM

For new technicians who need an early hands-on experience in a controlled setting, or experienced technicians who need to work through real-world problems, this seminar offers a day of hands-on experience.

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