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Parker Hannifin is Joining Forces with The Chemours Company

Parker Hannifin and Chemours advance the global adoption of R-454B

December 10, 2019

R-454B boasts a GWP of 466, making it an attractive choice for minimizing environmental impact and complying with future regulation.

Senate HFC Phasedown Plan Debuts With Broad Support

AIM Act would authorize an EPA-guided phasedown and require A2L training for technicians

Robert Beverly

December 2, 2019

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Federal legislation to create an orderly phasedown of HFC-based refrigerants has finally seen the light of day.

Heatcraft’s New App To Help With 2020 DOE Refrigeration Regulations

Suite of tools will support transition from legacy to new product models

December 2, 2019

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A new app from Heatcraft Refrigeration Products offers customers a simplified way to access new model nomenclature and product data.

R-410A Alternative Receives A1 Designation From ASHRAE

Honeywell’s Solstice N41 is designed for use in stationary cooling equipment

December 2, 2019

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Honeywell’s Solstice N41 has received the official designation of A1 for R-466A by ASHRAE.

Are HFCs Still Harmful If They Don’t Leak?

More emphasis should be placed on reducing refrigerant leaks

Joanna R. Turpin

December 2, 2019

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Many years ago when the transition from HCFCs to HFCs was beginning, I talked to a contractor who was pretty disgusted with the whole process.

NASRC New York Workshop Engages Stakeholders Early in Regulatory Process

Discuss challenges, solutions to advancing climate-friendly refrigerant technologies

November 26, 2019

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NASRC and the DEC co-hosted a workshop, which aimed to help New York supermarkets prepare for future refrigerant regulations.

Using (or Abusing) the R-22 Phaseout as a Sales Tool

Some contractors selling equipment on fears that refrigerant will be illegal

Joanna R. Turpin

November 18, 2019

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Scaring consumers into buying a new cooling system is not helpful, particularly when contractors work hard to establish their reputations.

NASRC To Host Low-GWP And Energy Efficiency Expo

Free event will focus on latest commercial refrigeration technologies

November 5, 2019

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The North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council and Southern California Edison will co-host the first-ever Low-GWP & Energy Efficiency Expo.

Is CO2 The Natural Choice For Food Retailers?

Several factors need to be considered when making that decision

November 5, 2019

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There are several important considerations to make when deciding whether to use CO2 (R-744) as a refrigerant.

Fighting The Fake News Of The R-22 Phaseout

Some contractors selling new equipment based on false information

Joanna R. Turpin

November 5, 2019

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I have been astounded by the number of articles that I’ve seen that contain misinformation about the phaseout.

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2019 December 2

Week 1: December 2
In this issue of The ACHR NEWS, we look at unique applications of HVAC technology, and new markets contractors should consider expanding into.

Week 2: December 9
We also examine Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology, and the benefits that contractors can pass along to their customers through the equipment.

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