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It started with a member’s question: “How do I know if there’s silicone in my A2L press-connect O-ring seals—and why is the EPA warning me about it?” That question sent us down the rabbit hole. What we found buried in the EPA Section 608 training materials is a blanket warning against silicone O-rings in mechanical fittings for A2L refrigerants.
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This year, the HVACR industry entered a new chapter as manufacturers moved away from R-410A and begin releasing equipment designed for A2L refrigerants like R-454B. For contractors, this shift is not just a regulatory requirement, it’s a chance to strengthen customer relationships, differentiate your business, and capture new market opportunities.
In today’s HVACR landscape, complex systems demand more than just quality equipment—they require dependable, expert support. Copeland understands this, which […]
The transition to lower-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants hit a new milestone this year in the U.S. air-conditioning sector. Beginning […]
Following last week’s ACCA Codes and Coffee webinar on the R-454B refrigerant shortage crisis, we reached out to our expert […]
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The International Mechanical Code (IMC) created and resolved a challenge facing HVACR professionals working in multifamily buildings. In 2024, the IMC effectively prohibited A2L refrigerant line sets from routing through a ventilated fire-rated shaft.
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ACCA has been informed of a newly issued policy in the City of St. Louis regarding the use of A2L refrigerants in residential HVACR systems. This policy is intended to provide interim local guidance on using mildly flammable refrigerants under the 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) while referencing elements from the 2024 IMC and pending 2027 proposals.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the largest deregulatory action in U.S. history, launching 31 initiatives aimed at reducing […]
Prepare for the future of HVACR with our NEW in-person training on A2L flammable refrigerants. Learn to handle lower-GWP refrigerants […]
UPDATE – February 6, 2025 – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has announced a delay in […]
In the November 2024 Codes and Coffee webinar, David Bixby, ACCA’s manager of codes and standards, led a discussion on […]
The HVACR industry is on the brink of a significant shift—the 2025 A2L refrigerant transition. As this transition approaches, it’s […]
When it comes to standing up for contractor interests, ACCA represents the gold standard—literally. In July, ACCA was notified that […]
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The HVACR industry is on the brink of a significant change with the transition to A2L refrigerants. As a contractor, staying ahead of this shift is crucial for your business’s success and compliance. Here are three essential things you need to know about the A2L refrigerant transition.
Join ACCA Standard Corporate Partner, Chemours, for a webinar on July 8, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET As the HVAC […]
Register for this free webinar where Kirk Reimer of Hudson Technologies will elaborate on the refrigerant reclamation market, the mandated uses of reclaimed refrigerants in various industry sectors, and the future of reclaimed refrigerant in the move toward a low-GWP refrigerant environment.
Check out this blog for updates on the refrigerant transition and ACCA’s opposition of a troubling department of labor nomination.
Effective August 4, 2023, Daikin’s Special Permit, allowing shipment of charged equipment containing 12 kg – 20 kg of an A2L refrigerant, was approved by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Learn more here.
Join Don Gillis of The Chemours Company as he discusses frequent refrigerant regulation changes. Register for a free webinar and read more in this blog.
ACCA is fighting for the HVAC industry and your business. Read how ACCA advocates for the HVAC industry in this blog.
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