For many years, hydrofluorocarbon (HFC)-134a was the alternate refrigerant of choice to replace chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)-12 in many medium- and high-temperature stationary refrigeration, air ...
EPA has again revised standards for refrigerant used in vehicles. R-12 refrigerant (aka “Freon”) was the go-to coolant for more than 50 years. Then it was discovered that chlorine atoms in escaped ...
The Global R134A Refrigerant Market Size was estimated at USD 150.47 million in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 85.22 million by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of -7.80% during the forecast period. Top ...
The very first air conditioning system available from the automotive factory was found in the 1940 Packard and was called the "weather conditioner," among other names. It utilized R12 and, while ...
(Above) The receiver-dryer's moisture indicator gives a quick visual cue about the refrigerants's condition. (Below) When a compressor overheats, the rubber end-caps can melt right off (right). In ...
Global commitment to a healthy, sustainable environment is changing the landscape of the industry. Navigating this change has become convoluted due to regulation changes, media scrutiny and ...
The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has decided that U.S. industry is being materially injured by imports of refrigerant R-134a from China that are being “dumped” in the U.S. The ...
A/C starting to fail? Keep your cool with the help of these products. No matter how good your car, someday it will happen: your air conditioning system will make the dreaded switch from blowing cold ...