A2L Refrigerants in Commercial Refrigeration

In this white paper, we explore the regulatory drivers and safety standards supporting the emergence of A2L refrigerants in commercial refrigeration.

Within the commercial refrigeration industry, A2L refrigerants have long been recognized as potentially viable alternatives to high-global warming potential (GWP) hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants.

Guidelines for complying with UL safety standards and ensuring A2L system safety in commercial refrigeration applications.

Preparing the U.S. commercial refrigeration sector for the imminent approval and safe use of A2L refrigerants.

In this article, we outline the fundamentals for working with refrigeration systems that use R-290, A2Ls and CO₂.

In this article, we evaluate next-generation refrigerant alternatives in established and emerging applications.

How emerging mildly flammable refrigerants are dictating the need for improved leak detection strategies in the food retail industry.

The emerging role of A2L refrigerants in commercial refrigeration applications is a topic of spirited conversation among industry stakeholders.

In this article, we examine the transition from existing refrigerants to A2Ls and what that looks like in terms of basic servicing fundamentals (special considerations, equipment and A2L-rated tools).

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides a high-level overview of A2L refrigerants.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides a high-level overview of states that have codes implemented to allow the use of A2L refrigerants.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides an explanation as to why A2L refrigerants are gaining popularity within the industry.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides an overview of A2Ls in commercial refrigeration.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides an expected timeline of when flammable refrigerants will be used in commercial refrigeration and A/C.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides an overview of safety standards implemented for refrigerant approvals.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides further context around non-flammable refrigerants.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides a high-level overview of A2L refrigerants used within refrigeration systems.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides a high-level overview of the safety standards that have been updated for A2L use.

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides a high-level overview of Hydrofluro-Olefins (HFOs).

In this video, Jennifer Butsch, Regulatory Affairs Director, answers this question and provides the lower flammability limit (LFL) definition and how it impacts flammability.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and compares the characteristics of A2Ls to A3s.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and discusses additional safety measures to take into consideration for using A2Ls in remote systems.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and discusses how to safely use A2Ls within commercial refrigeration.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and discusses refrigeration systems being approved for use with flammable refrigerants.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and discusses electronics with the use of flammable refrigerants.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, shares the best sources for information and training on A2L refrigerants.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and discusses glide in-depth.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and provides A2L servicing best practices and tips.

In this video, Joe Summers, Senior Product Manager – Scroll & Drives, answers this question and provides safety procedures to keep in mind while working with flammable refrigerants.

The Copeland YSVH horizontal variable speed scroll compressor showcases the latest innovation in scroll technology for refrigeration equipment.

The Copeland YS scroll compressor represents the latest innovation in scroll technology for refrigeration equipment from 1-4 HP (9k-30k BTU/hr at medium temperature ARI).

The YF models are intended for low-temperature A2L refrigeration applications and are ideally suited for applications such as walk-in and reach-in freezers.

The Copeland YB scroll compressor represents the latest innovation in compliant scroll technology for refrigeration equipment from 0.75 – 7.5 HP (6k-60k BTU/hr at medium temperature ARI).

On the journey to low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigeration, A2L refrigerants are poised to play much larger roles in the U.S. commercial refrigeration sector.

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