Join us for a hilariously chaotic episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast where Brett and Kevin dive deep into the world of screw compressors, battling awful WiFi, ear-splitting noises, and the ever-dreaded oil filter changes. From dealing with wrecked CO2 systems to an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of E2 and E3 controls, nothing is off-limits. Marvel at their troubleshooting antics, laugh at their misadventures in hardware, and learn a ton about refrigeration in this entertaining...
Jun 23, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 25
Join us for a hilariously chaotic episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast where Brett and Kevin dive deep into the world of screw compressors, battling awful WiFi, ear-splitting noises, and the ever-dreaded oil filter changes. From dealing with wrecked CO2 systems to an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of E2 and E3 controls, nothing is off-limits. Marvel at their troubleshooting antics, laugh at their misadventures in hardware, and learn a ton about refrigeration in this entertaining...
Jun 23, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 25
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass dive into their recent challenges with refrigeration systems. Kevin shares the frustrations of dealing with an undersized oil separator and an E2 screen overload. They discuss technical hurdles like programming issues, incorrect transducers, and wiring problems in refrigeration cases. The hosts detail the intricacies of using XM controllers, troubleshooting communication loops, and the complexities of pul...
Jun 16, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 24
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass dive into their recent challenges with refrigeration systems. Kevin shares the frustrations of dealing with an undersized oil separator and an E2 screen overload. They discuss technical hurdles like programming issues, incorrect transducers, and wiring problems in refrigeration cases. The hosts detail the intricacies of using XM controllers, troubleshooting communication loops, and the complexities of pul...
Jun 16, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 24
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, host Kevin Compass and his co-host discuss the challenges and chaos they've faced while dealing with CO2 case controllers. They delve into issues such as overcrowded comm loops, programming nightmares, and the physical hassle of tracing and addressing numerous case controllers. They also share their frustrations with manufacturers' suboptimal setups, including poorly placed case controllers and the challenges of redesigning comm loops. The c...
Jun 09, 2025•46 min
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, host Kevin Compass and his co-host discuss the challenges and chaos they've faced while dealing with CO2 case controllers. They delve into issues such as overcrowded comm loops, programming nightmares, and the physical hassle of tracing and addressing numerous case controllers. They also share their frustrations with manufacturers' suboptimal setups, including poorly placed case controllers and the challenges of redesigning comm loops. The c...
Jun 09, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 23
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass discuss their recent experiences with CO2 refrigeration systems. Kevin shares his adventure working on a random project involving startup support at a union hall in Detroit, describing the process of rewiring and modifying systems for better functionality. The conversation delves into the technical details of a CO2 trainer rack made by ARNeg Canada, including its unique design features and successful oper...
Jun 02, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 22
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass discuss their recent experiences with CO2 refrigeration systems. Kevin shares his adventure working on a random project involving startup support at a union hall in Detroit, describing the process of rewiring and modifying systems for better functionality. The conversation delves into the technical details of a CO2 trainer rack made by ARNeg Canada, including its unique design features and successful oper...
Jun 02, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 22
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass share their frustrating experiences with frequent flight delays and cancellations. They humorously discuss how their coworkers avoid traveling with them, fearing bad luck with flights. The conversation then shifts to technical discussions about recent work, including teaching classes and performing refrigeration system retrofits. They delve into detailed descriptions of retrofitting compressors with Bitze...
May 26, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 21
In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass share their frustrating experiences with frequent flight delays and cancellations. They humorously discuss how their coworkers avoid traveling with them, fearing bad luck with flights. The conversation then shifts to technical discussions about recent work, including teaching classes and performing refrigeration system retrofits. They delve into detailed descriptions of retrofitting compressors with Bitze...
May 26, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 21
New Podcast Episode – DST & the Future of HVAC/R DiagnosticsEpisode 420: DST Discovery Sound Technology – What Is This Voodoo? + Colorado RecapIn this week’s episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass unpack the science (and a little bit of the mystery) behind Discovery Sound Technology (DST) — a cutting-edge ultrasound diagnostic tool changing the way HVAC/R technicians predict and prevent failures. They also share firsthand experiences and insights from a...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 20
New Podcast Episode – DST & the Future of HVAC/R DiagnosticsEpisode 420: DST Discovery Sound Technology – What Is This Voodoo? + Colorado RecapIn this week’s episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass unpack the science (and a little bit of the mystery) behind Discovery Sound Technology (DST) — a cutting-edge ultrasound diagnostic tool changing the way HVAC/R technicians predict and prevent failures. They also share firsthand experiences and insights from a...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 20
We're diving into the chilly side of HVAC as Brett and Kevin take a trip down memory lane—right into the frosty world of thermostats and cold controls. It's like HVAC Kindergarten, but with more copper tubing and fewer juice boxes. 🧊 Expect: Cold control wiring that’s older than your van. Thermostats that are more moody than your teenager. A deep discussion on Kevin’s wallet, now confirmed to be a registered tundra zone. Why Colorado is beautiful, but also... expensive. 💸 Whether you're a gree...
May 12, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 19
We're diving into the chilly side of HVAC as Brett and Kevin take a trip down memory lane—right into the frosty world of thermostats and cold controls. It's like HVAC Kindergarten, but with more copper tubing and fewer juice boxes. 🧊 Expect: Cold control wiring that’s older than your van. Thermostats that are more moody than your teenager. A deep discussion on Kevin’s wallet, now confirmed to be a registered tundra zone. Why Colorado is beautiful, but also... expensive. 💸 Whether you're a gree...
May 12, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 14
The podcast begins with a casual conversation about the unexpected costs of a supposedly 'free' phone screen replacement and a critique of USPS shipping woes. The hosts, Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass, then share anecdotes from their recent experiences in Florida, including encounters with unique wildlife and travel frustrations. The conversation shifts to their primary topic—advanced techniques in refrigeration, particularly focusing on defrost systems. They discuss various defrost mechanisms s...
May 05, 2025•50 min•Season 4Ep. 18
The podcast begins with a casual conversation about the unexpected costs of a supposedly 'free' phone screen replacement and a critique of USPS shipping woes. The hosts, Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass, then share anecdotes from their recent experiences in Florida, including encounters with unique wildlife and travel frustrations. The conversation shifts to their primary topic—advanced techniques in refrigeration, particularly focusing on defrost systems. They discuss various defrost mechanisms s...
May 05, 2025•50 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Digital Scroll Compressors & HVAC Hijinks: Adventures with Brett & KevinJoin Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious episode of Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they share their eventful week working on digital scroll compressors and HVAC systems. Brett talks about his tedious day doing quotes, while Kevin dives deep into EMS work, prepping for an exciting job in Florida, and dealing with communication problems on site. They humorously discuss the workings of digital scroll com...
Apr 28, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Digital Scroll Compressors & HVAC Hijinks: Adventures with Brett & Kevin. Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious episode of Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they share their eventful week working on digital scroll compressors and HVAC systems. Brett talks about his tedious day doing quotes, while Kevin dives deep into EMS work, prepping for an exciting job in Florida, and dealing with communication problems on site. They humorously discuss the workings of digital scroll c...
Apr 28, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 17
In this fun-filled yet fact-packed episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetland and Kevin Compass navigate you through their chaotic week, complete with tales of wild hotel experiences and rental car disasters. Reflecting on their recent escapades in Georgia, the duo dives deep into the specifics of troubleshooting sensors, transducers, and controls in refrigeration systems. Learn everything from the intricacies of NTC and PTC sensors to the technical nitty-gritty of pressu...
Apr 21, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 16
In this fun-filled yet fact-packed episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetland and Kevin Compass navigate you through their chaotic week, complete with tales of wild hotel experiences and rental car disasters. Reflecting on their recent escapades in Georgia, the duo dives deep into the specifics of troubleshooting sensors, transducers, and controls in refrigeration systems. Learn everything from the intricacies of NTC and PTC sensors to the technical nitty-gritty of pressu...
Apr 20, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass on this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, where they dive deep into the week's escapades, including installing and troubleshooting VFDs set high in the air, navigating the quirks of Danfoss icad and CCM valves, and battling unforeseen issues with CO2 stores. They also share tips for overcoming common HVACR challenges, like high-pressure alarms, low receiver levels, and dealing with troublesome solid-state relays. Whether you're facing the world's ...
Apr 14, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass on this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, where they dive deep into the week's escapades, including installing and troubleshooting VFDs set high in the air, navigating the quirks of Danfoss icad and CCM valves, and battling unforeseen issues with CO2 stores. They also share tips for overcoming common HVACR challenges, like high-pressure alarms, low receiver levels, and dealing with troublesome solid-state relays. Whether you're facing the world's ...
Apr 14, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this roller-coaster episode of the Advance Refrigeration podcast, where they dive into the nitty-gritty of refrigeration maintenance and troubleshooting. From swapping out old controllers to humorous exchanges about P&ID diagrams, they share their insights and experiences, including adventures in Casa Bonita and handling CO2 exhaust leaks. The hosts also break down essential diagnostics for refrigeration cases, revealing the complexities of subcooling, ...
Apr 07, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this roller-coaster episode of the Advance Refrigeration podcast, where they dive into the nitty-gritty of refrigeration maintenance and troubleshooting. From swapping out old controllers to humorous exchanges about P&ID diagrams, they share their insights and experiences, including adventures in Casa Bonita and handling CO2 exhaust leaks. The hosts also break down essential diagnostics for refrigeration cases, revealing the complexities of subcooling, ...
Apr 07, 2025•51 min
567890123456789 watching now Premiere in progress. Started 16 minutes ago #413 #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #HVACLife 🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT – #413 🚨"Gas Cooler Piping: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly & Ohio (yeah... it's not that bad)"Gas coolers, CO₂ piping, and… hot water in the attic?! 😳Join Brett & Kevin as they brave the wild rooftop jungles of America, from Pittsburgh to Indiana to Denver – all while surviving commissioning chaos, self-contained madness, and piping designs that would...
Mar 31, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 13
🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT – #413 🚨"Gas Cooler Piping: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly & Ohio (yeah... it's not that bad)"Gas coolers, CO₂ piping, and… hot water in the attic?! 😳Join Brett & Kevin as they brave the wild rooftop jungles of America, from Pittsburgh to Indiana to Denver – all while surviving commissioning chaos, self-contained madness, and piping designs that would make a mechanical engineer cry in a walk-in freezer. 🧊Whether you’re a CO₂ wizard or still figuring out which way the...
Mar 31, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Ever wrestled with a Danfoss 880a while your brisket-induced meat sweats kicked in at a shady gas station BBQ joint? What do you get when you mix panic attacks, brisket, and sensor configuration nightmares? Just another episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast Brett & Kevin dive into: Panic Attack Chronicles (gas station BBQ may have been involved) Tech time in Hotlanta – working the front lines in ATL Addressing & configuring Danfoss 880a controllers like pros Building custom senso...
Mar 24, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Ever wrestled with a Danfoss 880a while your brisket-induced meat sweats kicked in at a shady gas station BBQ joint? 🥩💻What do you get when you mix panic attacks, brisket, and sensor configuration nightmares? Just another episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast 😅 👷♂️ Brett & Kevin dive into: 😰 Panic Attack Chronicles (gas station BBQ may have been involved) 🔧 Tech time in Hotlanta – working the front lines in ATL 💻 Addressing & configuring Danfoss 880a controllers like pros...
Mar 24, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 12
🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🔥 Think programming the Danfoss 800A is easy? Think again. 🤯 Brett & Kevin dive deep into the quirks, challenges, and chaos of setting up this controller. Buckle up, techs—it’s gonna be a wild ride! 🎢 🎙 Episode 411 – Danfoss 800A: Simple Programming and the Chaos Begins 📡 Available now on all podcast platforms! #HVACR #Refrigeration #Danfoss #TechTalk #HVACLife #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast...
Mar 17, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 11
🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🔥 Think programming the Danfoss 800A is easy? Think again. 🤯 Brett & Kevin dive deep into the quirks, challenges, and chaos of setting up this controller. Buckle up, techs—it’s gonna be a wild ride! 🎢 🎙 Episode 411 – Danfoss 800A: Simple Programming and the Chaos Begins 📡 Available now on all podcast platforms! #HVACR #Refrigeration #Danfoss #TechTalk #HVACLife #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast...
Mar 17, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 11
