Natural Refrigerants Compatible with Leak Detection Dye

Fluorescent Leak Detection Dye Compatibility with Hydrocarbons R-290 & R-600a The HVAC/R industry continues phasing down the manufacture and use of synthetic refrigerants such as CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs. Natural refrigerants and hydrocarbons, such as propane, have become more prevalent in daily life and can be used as substitutes for the previous refrigerants. Hydrocarbons are…

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New GLO Seal UV Dye & Sealant Products Featured at ACCA

  Our leak-detection experts attended the ACCA Conference & Expo where we exhibited there for the first time in Orlando, Florida! ACCA’s Conference is the premier annual education and networking event for HVAC/R professionals. It is the perfect place to learn something new, network, and make important connections to further your career. The main product…

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Non-Polymer Sealant for HVAC

Why Polymerizing Sealants Should be Avoided Choosing a non-polymer sealant is an ideal choice as there is a significant trend towards clean, energy-efficient technologies, driven by both regulatory mandates and consumer demand for more eco-friendly solutions. The shift to mildly flammable A2L refrigerants requires proper leak detection tools that are compatible. One of the things…

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Practice Sustainable HVAC with Spectroline Leak Detection!

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…

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Premium UV Dye and AC Sealant

GLO Seal™ combines high quality fluorescent dye with AC&R system leak sealant Cool Seal™, for a powerful and safe system additive. With one quick installation, GLO Seal™ pinpoints the exact location of all leaks and micro-leak areas.

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Reasons For HVAC Failure

There are many factors that may lead to the failure of an HVAC unit. The most common reasons, seen in the infographic to the left, are having too much debris around the unit, improper installation, lack of maintenance, and improper sizing. Regular maintenance is an important factor which improves the functionality of a unit and…

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