Expert answers to your R-454B shortage questions
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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Refrigerant relief: A2L line sets and fire-rated shafts–the new code fix contractors need to know
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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St. Louis gives A2L “The Boot”: New local policy mandates undefined mitigation device, raising installer concerns
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.
EPA to “reconsider” refrigerant technology rule – what do you think?
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the largest deregulatory action in U.S. history, launching 31 initiatives aimed at reducing […]
ACCA announces in-person A2L refrigerants safety training
Prepare for the future of HVACR with our NEW in-person training on A2L flammable refrigerants. Learn to handle lower-GWP refrigerants […]
UPDATE: New York State bans some refrigerants immediately, bans A2L equipment in 2034: What contractors need to know
UPDATE – February 6, 2025 – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has announced a delay in […]
Codes and Coffee: New Developments on ACCA’s Crusade for Sensible NEC GFCI Requirements recap
In the November 2024 Codes and Coffee webinar, David Bixby, ACCA’s manager of codes and standards, led a discussion on […]
Why training your team for the A2L refrigerant transition is critical
The HVACR industry is on the brink of a significant shift—the 2025 A2L refrigerant transition. As this transition approaches, it’s […]
ACCA wins gold award for advocacy work on behalf of contractors
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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3 Critical Things You Need to Know About the A2L Transition
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.
Free Webinar: The Arrival of the A2L Transition
Join ACCA Standard Corporate Partner, Chemours, for a webinar on July 8, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET As the HVAC […]
Free Webinar: Refrigerant Landscape, The AIM Act, and the Role of Refrigerant Reclamation
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.
Capitol Insights: Refrigerant Transition Update, ACCA Opposes Troubling Department of Labor Nomination
Check out this blog for updates on the refrigerant transition and ACCA’s opposition of a troubling department of labor nomination.
Daikin Special Permit – DOT Approved Shipping of Equipment Containing A2L Refrigerants
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.
FREE Webinar: A Closer Look into A2L Refrigerants
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 Advocates for You and Your Business
ACCA is fighting for the HVAC industry and your business. Read how ACCA advocates for the HVAC industry in this blog.
ACCA President and CEO Presents to AHRI Certification Subgroup
ACCA President and CEO was asked to share what ACCA members were hearing from their customers. Read more about the AHRI Working Group meeting in this blog.
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New Safety Standard for Residential A2L Refrigeration Systems
After years of development, a new safety standard from ASHRAE has been published. Read this members-only blog to learn all about the new safety standards.
