Land Defence Australia has announced the shortlisted finalists for the 2016 National Industry Innovation Awards and we are very pleased and humbled to say that we have been nominated.
Topics: Innovation Awards, Land Defence Australia, News, Refrigeration Services, Solar Refrigeration
Refrigeration leak detection has come a long way since the days of rubbing soap to look for bubbles to appear. With an increased focus on environmental effects due to refrigerant loss and the stresses of efficiency from an industrial perspective, reliable and quick gas leak detection methods are more important than ever. Especially with the rising costs of refrigerants and the r22 phase our regulations.
Topics: News, Programmed Maintenance, R22, Refrigeration Leak Detection, Refrigeration Services
By Sandra van Dijk
2 August 2016.
Winners of the 2016 HVACR Leadership Awards were formally announced at CCN Live, which was held earlier today at the Royal Randwick Racecourse.
The event, which was well-attended by a cross section of industry, opened with a keynote presentation on the latest trends in HVACR by Lux Research Asia Pacific managing director, Cort Isernhagen and Lux research director, Arij Van Berkel.
Topics: Innovator of the Year, Leadership Awards, News, Refrigeration Services, Solar Power, Solar Refrigeration
By Sandra van Dijk
With only a few days remaining until the winners of the 2016 HVACR Leadership Awards are announced, its time to meet the finalists.
The anticipation is building, as finalists prepare for the award presentation which will be held on Tuesday, August 2, at the Royal Randwick Racecourse.
The winners will be announced after a keynote presentation by Lux Research Asia Pacific managing director, Cort Isernhagen and research director, Dr Arij Van Berkel. This is your last chance to secure tickets at https://secure.twodeforce.com.au/hvacr/register
Topics: Innovator of the Year, Leadership Awards, News, Refrigeration Services, Solar Refrigeration
Frost heave can be found in walls, floors and any other areas associated with freezer rooms and colder environments, both constructed and natural.
What is Frost heave?Frost heave (sometimes referred to as ice heave, slab heave and concrete heaving) occurs when sub-zero ambient temperatures penetra
Topics: Coolroom Panels, Frost Heave, News, Refrigeration Services
The best ways to service and maintain your facility equipment has long been a heated debate. Programmed maintenance is often viewed by many companies as an expense that wastes time and resources when the age old adage of "if it aint broke, don't fix it" reactive mode is in play.
Topics: News, Programmed Maintenance, Refrigeration Services
By Sandra van Dijk
12 July 2016
After judging a record number of entries, Climate Control News (CCN) today announced finalists in all six categories of the 2016 HVACR Leadership Awards.
CCN editor, Sandra Van Dijk, said judging was particularly difficult due to the high standard of entries.
“Fortunately I had judging support from an industry veteran, RACCA president, Kevin O'Shea, who made the entire process so much easier,” she said.
Topics: Innovator of the Year, Leadership Awards, News, Refrigeration Services
What is it R22?
R22 is a commonly used, manufactured fluorocarbon compound designed for use as the working fluid in refrigeration systems.
What's happening with R22?
In accordance with Australia’s obligation to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer HCFCs, including the commonly used HCFC 22 better known as R22 are being phased out. R22 can be found operating across a range of HVAC equipment manufactured before 2005.
Topics: News, R22, Refrigerant
