Heuch Refrigeration

Refrigerants and what they mean for you...

Posted by Heuch on Nov 16, 2016 11:16:00 AM

You may have been reading over the last few weeks regarding the amendment to the Montreal Protocol and the environmental benefits this has for the earth moving forward. 

We have definitely been tuned to staying abreast of the news that has come out of Rwanda and how the market has been reacting. Here at Heuch, we believe that the reduction in use of the hydroflurocarbons (HFC) gases was inevitable. Especially considering that they can be 10,000 times more powerful than carbon dioxide as greenhouse gases. 

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Topics: R22, Refrigerant, Refrigeration Services

Refrigeration Leak Detection

Posted by Heuch on Aug 4, 2016 3:56:04 PM

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.

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Topics: News, Programmed Maintenance, R22, Refrigeration Leak Detection, Refrigeration Services

Planning for R22 Refrigerant Phase Out

Posted by Heuch on Apr 19, 2016 7:47:59 AM
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.
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Topics: News, R22, Refrigerant