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John-Tomczyk

Oil-Coated Evaporator Tubes Can Cause Problems

This condition may result in a loss of capacity and poor performance
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John Tomczyk
January 7, 2021
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Little by little, a compressor’s lubricating oil will eventually escape the compressor’s crankcase and enter the system’s tubing.
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Compressors

Take the Time to Thoroughly Inspect Compressors

Detailed assessments can reveal issues that may lead to compressor failure
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Joe Marchese
November 22, 2020
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Performing a more detailed inspection of a compressor might reveal a system issue that could lead to a failed compressor.
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An internal cut-away of the low ambient control valve.

Cold Weather Control of Condensing Units

Frigid conditions require low ambient controls to ensure optimal performance
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John Tomczyk
November 21, 2020
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Condensing units that are exposed to low ambient conditions must have some sort of low ambient control installed on them.
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Purdue-University

New Refrigeration Compressor Design Offers Improved Efficiency

Purdue University’s orbiting scroll design is driven by a gear mechanism
July 30, 2020
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A compressor design proposes a new drive mechanism for compressors used for cooling in homes, buildings, airplanes, and cars.
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2020 Dealer Design Awards: Components and Accessories

2020 Dealer Design Awards: Components & Accessories

Award-Winning Components Move HVAC Industry Into the Future
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Ted Craig
July 27, 2020
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The Copeland™ 6-40 Ton ZPKZ Fixed Speed Scroll Compressor from Emerson is a new compressor that the manufacturer believes can help set the industry standard for efficiency while meeting the upcoming nationwide refrigeration regulations. The company’s efforts in working to reach that goal earned it a Gold award.
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Absolute pressure refrigerant gauge.

Refrigerant Density Can Affect Compressor Capacity

Service techs can make adjustments to optimize performance
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John Tomczyk
July 3, 2020
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Let’s look at how the density of refrigerant entering the compressor’s cylinders affects the mass flow rate of refrigerant through the compressor.
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Liquid Refrigerant, Dense Vapors Can Damage Compressors

To prevent these conditions, the proper amount of superheat must be set at the TXV
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John Tomczyk
May 2, 2020
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Refrigeration and a/c compressors are vapor compressors, meaning they are designed to compress refrigerant vapor, not liquid refrigerant.
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At the 2020 AHR Expo, LG Components announced the addition of a new compressor to its product line — the R1.

LG Components’ R1 Compressor Targets North American Market

Merges strengths of rotary and high side scroll technology
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Gordon White
March 2, 2020
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And at the 2020 AHR Expo, the company announced the addition of a new compressor to its product line — the R1 Compressor.
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Compressor Installation and Maintenance.

Compressors' Lives can Be in Danger From Moment of Installation

Compressors don’t die, they’re murdered
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Joanna R. Turpin
February 24, 2020
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Many new systems have no chance of long-term success due to improper installation, said Martin Hoover of Empire Heating and Air Conditioning.
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The commissioning of Fujitsu VRF systems at a residence in New Jersey.

Five Good Reasons Why A Good Compressor Can Go Bad

Failures often result from installation mistakes and poor maintenance
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Joanna R. Turpin
February 24, 2020
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Compressor failures are often a result of installation mistakes and/or poor maintenance, which means that they can usually be prevented.
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