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In response to the industry shortage of R-454B cylinders, Rheem to increase the factory charge to minimize disruptions.
May 22, 2025
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ACCA's R-454B Resource Center addresses challenges faced by HVACR contractors amid the refrigerant shortage. It offers FAQs, A2L refrigerant safety training, guidance from manufacturers...
May 21, 2025
Chemours
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Chemours partners with Navin Fluorine to manufacture Opteon two-phase immersion cooling fluid, addressing data center heat and energy demands. The collaboration supports commercializati...
May 7, 2025
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Lawsuit filed by HARDI and AHRI challenges NYSDEC's amended regulations on refrigerants, arguing for proper stakeholder input and adherence to EPA timelines.
April 9, 2025
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A 57-year-old CEO from Georgia is charged with violating the AIM Act by unlawfully importing 500 cylinders of HFCs from Peru. This is the second prosecution in the US under the...
March 21, 2025
Pheonix Energy
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Phoenix Energy Technologies and Hussmann Corp. join forces to introduce Refrigeration IQ Powered by StoreConnect, an advanced refrigeration solution leveraging AI to reduce refrigerant...
March 12, 2025
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Refrigerants with low global warming potential are more sustainable for the planet, but often more flammable than traditional HFCs. UL Solutions’ Zhongshan laboratory is addressing safety concerns with new testing capabilities.
In response to flammability risks, UL Standards have been updated to establish new requirements regarding flammable refrigerant leak-detection systems. This includes A2L and A3...
March 12, 2025
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HFC & blends segment to account for fastest growing segment, in terms of value, of the global refrigerants market during the forecast period.
March 7, 2025
NASRC
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The Natural Refrigerant Training Summit is part of R-TRADE, the nonprofit’s workforce development initiative to improve technician recruitment, training and retention.
March 4, 2025

Refrigerant Recovery at Republic’sCedar Rapids Facility

A new distribution, sales and training facility has been opened in Cedar Rapids, IA by Republic. Republic is a third-generation family business based in Davenport, IA.
May 19, 2010

A new distribution, sales and training facility has been opened in Cedar Rapids, IA by Republic, a third-generation family business based in Davenport, IA.

Republic distributes equipment to mechanical HVAC contractors and those involved in energy management. The 20,000 sq.ft. facility includes a training center, refrigerant recovery center, contractor counter and sales offices.

Stocked equipment lines include DuPont refrigerants, ClimateMaster geothermal equipment, York and Luxaire heating and cooling products, Lochinvar and Weil McLain high-efficiency boilers, Mitsubishi ductless split systems, , Honeywell controls, and Generac generators.

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