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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
A-Gas
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The session will tackle common myths about refrigerant reclamation and supply and offer a regulatory overview to help professionals adapt to the evolving HVAC landscape.
Feb. 26, 2025
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The intelliGen electronic control solution for evaporators provides automatic superheat, room temperature and intelligent defrost control capability for walk-in coolers and freezers...
Feb. 13, 2025

Refrigeration Service Today

On these pages, Contracting Business provides information on products, trends, and business management for today's commercial refrigeration contractor.
Dec. 1, 2009
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New Ball Valve Features Uni-body Design

Superior Refrigeration Products, Washington, PA, has released the KarolTech series of ball valves. The valve is designed to be compatible with current and ozone-friendly natural refrigerants, while incorporating the latest's advancements in manufacturing technology. The patented KarolTech ball valves feature Superiors' exclusive KAM uni-body design, that eliminates 75% of the potential leak areas associated with typical older designs. It's currently offered in sizes from ¼-in. to 1-1/8-in. ODS, with and without access fittings. The valve is suitable for temperature ratings from -40 to +300F. The KarolTech design allows for working pressures up to 700 PSIG. The valve is UL, C-UL and CE compliant.
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Combustion Analyzer Comes with Replaceable Sensors

E-Instruments, Langhorne, PA, has released a newly updated BTU1100 Portable Combustion Analyzer. The all-in-one unit has been revised to meet the growing needs of mechanical contractors, plumbers, and boiler technicians. The analyzer is available with field replaceable sensors, for easy diagnostics and replacements to cut out downtime and costly repair charges. Also standard on this multifunctional unit is a durable, high-range carbon monoxide (CO) sensor, with built-in NOx filtration, to ensure the most accurate CO readings possible.

The BTU 1100 includes:

  • O2, CO, CO2 detection capabilities
  • readings for efficiency, excess air, and all necessary temperatures
  • rechargeable battery and AC charger
  • built-in manometer
  • built-in thermometer for ambient and flue gas
  • built-in CO leak detector
  • calibration certificate for proof of accuracy
  • vinyl carrying case. — E-Instruments

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