New York bill takes aim at state’s disastrous refrigerant regulations
On January 21, Assemblyman Bill Conrad introduced A09596 in the New York State Assembly. This bill would overturn the state’s […]
Refrigerants
From production to reclamation: How iGas keeps contractors supplied
The refrigerant market is changing fast, and iGas is building the infrastructure to handle it. This manufacturer operates across production, recovery, and reclamation—working exclusively […]
EPA announces enforcement discretion on R-410A installation deadline
Thank you to every contractor who took action and signed ACCA’s recent Action Alert about extending the January 1, 2026, […]
What if refrigerant recovery paid you instead of costing you time and storage space?
Refrigerant recovery has always been one of those necessary tasks that slows down the job — contractors need to handle […]
Where did all the colors go? What contractors need to know about the switch to gray A2L cylinders
The shift to A2L refrigerants created confusion about more than just new equipment specs. Cylinder standards changed, too, and not […]
Carrier unveils expanded ductless lineup for 2025
ACCA Premium Strategic Partner Carrier has finalized its 2025 ductless HVAC portfolio using Puron Advance™ R-454B refrigerant, and all products are available to order now. […]
EPA’s proposed deadline relief leaves VRF systems behind — help fix it
As part of its reconsideration of the Technology Transitions Rule, EPA is proposing to eliminate the January 1, 2026, installation […]
EPA proposes rollback of refrigerant rule: What it means for HVACR contractors
Heeding the urgent supply chain concerns raised by HVACR contractors and their customers over the past year, the Environmental Protection […]
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Sealing the deal: Why it’s time to revisit the EPA 608 warning on silicone O-rings
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.
No surcharge. No compromise: Carrier’s commitment to contractors during the R-454B shortage
As the HVACR industry transitions to lower-GWP refrigerants, contractors are facing a perfect storm: accelerated EPA timelines, limited A2L-compliant cylinders, […]
HVACR contractors find the performance and support they need with Arkema’s Forane refrigerants
HVACR professionals work with refrigerants daily, from residential mini-splits to industrial cold chain applications. Arkema’s Forane® Refrigerants deliver the reliability […]
R-454B shortage crisis: what’s being done, and when will it end?
ACCA brought together manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders for an emergency session of Codes and Coffee to discuss the refrigerant […]
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 […]
R-454B is in short supply—don’t let bad installs make it worse
With the R-454B refrigerant shortage impacting contractors nationwide, every ounce of refrigerant counts. In this environment, installation quality is not […]
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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.
Contractors speak up at ACCA Town Hall to shape industry priorities
The Contractor Town Hall at ACCA 2025 on March 27 put members in the driver’s seat to shape our advocacy […]
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EPA shares exclusive insights with contractors on refrigerant phasedown at ACCA 2025
Last week at ACCA 2025, James Casey from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Stratospheric Protection Division broke down the recently finalized Refrigerant Management Rule for contractors in attendance.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
