A2L Compatible Tools for HVAC Repair

A Shift to a Repair Market There is a clear trend towards repairing over replacing in the residential HVAC market. One reason you are seeing the upward trend for HVAC repairs include stagnant wages in comparison to rapid price increases of HVAC systems and housing. Also, homeowners are investing in service and maintenance due to…

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…

HVAC Systems

HVAC Refrigerant Leak Detector – Why it’s Important

HVAC systems need refrigerants to achieve the thermal process of obtaining cooling/heating effects.  The Role of Refrigerants in Cooling Heat Absorption: The AC system circulates a refrigerant. An HVAC refrigerant is a specific chemical compound with elements that allow it to absorb heat. The copper coils, typically found inside the indoor unit of the AC,…

New HVAC regulations for 2023

2023’s IRA Incentives and Industry Regulations Are Great for GLO Seal

About IRA The IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) is a law designed to combat climate change in the United States. Fiscal incentives to encourage environmentally-conscious choices among homeowners include tax credits and consumer rebates that reward energy-efficient HVAC installations as well as the use of renewable resources like electricity.  Since environmental conservation is a national priority,…

Spectroline Educates Technicians on Leak Detection at the Peirce-Phelps Dealers Meeting and ARS Expo

Last week was a blast! Spectroline leak detection experts were showcasing our HVACR products at the Peirce-Phelps Marketing Summit Monday and the Dealers Meeting Wednesday. Then, we got to teach all about leak solutions alongside our friends from Inficon at the 2023 ARS Expo! Who is Peirce-Phelps?  In 1926, three MIT engineering graduates, W. Grant…

Eliminate Acid Buildup with Acid-Buster™

Remove Acid Buildup from Air Conditioners Acid scavenging solutions can help remove acid buildup in air conditioners. The presence of acids in AC/R systems is a common cause of refrigerant leaks and burnout compressors. Acid Tests and Acid-Neutralizers are system additives that can help eliminate acidic refrigeration and stop breakdowns.   What Creates Acidic Refrigeration?…