Spectroline Leak Detection is now offering 3 NATE-Certified courses through Johnstone University. In HVAC/R, education isn’t just optional—it’s part of doing the job well. Designed for HVAC/R professionals, these courses cover the fundamentals and best practices of UV fluorescent dye and AC/R system leak detection using Spectroline’s OEM-approved products. Let Spectroline Leak Detection NATE Courses…
Spectroline Leak Detection’s North America Sales Manager, Matthew Cowley, speaks on the HVAC Know It All Podcast with host Gary McCreadie to discuss common myths and outdated beliefs about HVAC sealants and more! Watch both part 1 and part 2 now. Part 1 Recap They chat about the truth behind internal sealants used in HVAC…
How to Detect Silicone Oil Leaks with Spectroline OIL-GLO® Ultra Blue Silicone fluids are essential across many industrial sectors, thanks to their exceptional thermal stability and chemical resistance. They’re commonly used in heat transfer systems, dielectric coolant systems, and as high-performance lubricants. But like all industrial fluids, silicone oils are prone to leaks, which can…
Spectroline & FrostChem: A Stronger Presence at Big 5 Construct Saudi 2025 We’re pleased to share highlights from another successful year at Big 5 Construct Saudi, the Kingdom’s largest and most influential construction trade show. This premier event remains a cornerstone for professionals in HVACR and infrastructure development across Saudi Arabia. For the second time,…
In HVAC, Spectroline UV fluorescent dyes are mainly used to detect leaks — in refrigerant lines, coils, compressors, you name it. If you were curious to know how it helps the environment, here are a few good ways: Preventing Refrigerant Leaks Refrigerants (even the newer, lower-GWP ones) can be terrible for the atmosphere if…
When (P.E. HVAC) Roberto Villagomez immigrated from Monterrey, Mexico to California in 2006, he didn’t set out to become an HVAC legend. He was a third-generation plumber, grounded in tradition but open to possibility. What happened next was less of a plan and more of a moment—the kind that shifts the trajectory of a life.…
Under Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, HVAC technicians must be certified to handle refrigerants, and owners/operators must conduct leak inspections and repairs for appliances exceeding certain leak rates, including record-keeping and reporting requirements. Spectroline Leak Detection products are perfect to ensure you find leaks fast using our dye, AR-GLO,…
The Inventors and Experts Mark Milestone of 70 Years Strong Spectronics Corporation is the inventor of UV Fluorescent Leak Detection Technology. It was invented in the Automotive market in 1955. Today, we remain the world’s leading manufacturer of ultraviolet equipment and fluorescent dyes. Our cutting-edge, top-quality, industry-awarded lamps, dyes, and diagnostic tools are built to…
The Spectroline Leak Detection Team exhibited this week at National Fluid Power Association’s Annual Conference in Tucson, AZ. Our OEM-grade UV dye is the ultimate solution for leak detection and a must-have staple in your fluid power equipment’s preventative maintenance plan. As leaders in the field of leak detection, Spectroline is proud to offer unparalleled…
Spectroline Leak Detection Team Recap: Highlights from AHR 2025! AHR 2025 brought the best people in HVAC together again this year! The Spectroline Leak Detection Team had an amazing time connecting with everyone who stopped by the booth and the schedule was jam-packed! AHR 2025 was fun in itself, but our little booth made big…