by Joe Summers | Jul 18, 2023 | HVACR Industry & Tech Tips
As we’ve discussed previously in this A2L Fundamentals video and blog series, the stage is set for lower-global warming potential (GWP) A2L refrigerants to play an expanded role in commercial refrigeration. Compared to legacy A1 hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants,...
by Joe Summers | Jul 11, 2023 | HVACR Industry & Tech Tips, Tech Tips
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company: Copeland. Building on more than a century of HVACR innovation and industry leadership, Copeland will continue to offer the same products you’ve grown to trust while renewing our commitment and...
by Jennifer Butsch | Jun 27, 2023 | Efficiency & Refrigerant Regulations
The regulatory wheels are in motion driving the migration from legacy hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants to lower-global warming potential (GWP) alternatives. In both refrigeration and AC sectors, federal- and state-led regulations — combined with industry codes and...
by Joe Summers | Apr 25, 2023 | Efficiency & Refrigerant Regulations, Refrigerants
The regulatory wheels are currently in motion to approve A2L refrigerants in commercial refrigeration. With lower-global warming potential (GWP) ratings below 300 and safety standards enabling higher refrigerant charges, lower-flammability A2Ls can unlock a wide range...
by Denise Hoying | Apr 11, 2023 | HVACR Industry & Tech Tips
Refrigerant leak detection is considered a fundamental component and best practice in commercial refrigeration system design. Regardless of refrigerant, reducing leaks is important for a variety of performance, environmental and safety reasons. As mildly flammable A2L...