Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at refrigerationmentor.com In this conversation, we’re talking about the transition to A2L refrigerants with Danilo Gualbino, South American Sales Manager with Honeywell. Danielo shares insights from his experiences at various companies like Honeywell and Copeland, specifically the common challenges faced by technicians and contractors, and tips to help technicians prepare fo...
Mar 24, 2025•37 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at refrigerationmentor.com In this conversation, we’re talking about high ambient strategies for CO2 systems and how proper implementation can help refrigeration porfessionals save customers money. Specifically, this episode covers 3 main strategies: parallel compression, adiabatic gas coolers and ejectors, as well as the importance of customized, location-specific design and...
Mar 20, 2025•43 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at refrigerationmentor.com This conversation is an introduction to HB Products sensors with International Sales Manager, Rooba Sivagnanam and Product Manager, Henrik Kudsk. For technicians who are seeing more and more of these sensors in the field, we’ll break down the latest advancements in their capacitive sensors, vapor quality sensors and defrost sensors. We also talk abo...
Mar 17, 2025•53 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at refrigerationmentor.com This conversation is all about heat reclaim strategies with Andre Patenaude, Director of Solution Strategy at Copeland, and Trevor Jones, Mechanical Engineer at Henderson Engineers Inc., Andre and Trevor break down data and research around various aspects of heat reclaim for retail spaces, particularly as it pertains to CO2 refrigeration, decarboniz...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at refrigerationmentor.com In this episode of CO2 Experts, we’re covering installation and troubleshooting Carel ejectors with Marcel Nishimori. Marcel covers the key aspects of ejector functionality, installation tips, troubleshooting techniques, and design considerations specific to varying climate conditions. Marcel also shares some practical lessons for refrigeration tech...
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this conversation, we’re talking about the importance of training and mentorship with fellow trainer, Jesse Stewart. Jesse travels across North America educating technicians and emphasizes the significance of engaging and passionate teaching methods to inspire both willing and reluctant learners. We also cover strategies for service mana...
Mar 06, 2025•25 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of CO2 Experts, we’re joined by regular guest Andrew Freeburg to explain and provide real life examples of how to troubleshoot CO2 systems using trend graphs. Andrew shares some experiences and insights into reading and interpreting trend graphs, emphasizing the importance of fine-tuning systems and utilizing patience and ob...
Mar 03, 2025•32 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ This conversation was recorded at the 2025 AHR Expo with Jim Pape, CEO of The Arcticom Group, about the importance of leadership training for technicians, particularly those aiming for management roles. We dive into the dangers and evolving safety standards of the industry, as well as the shift towards natural refrigerants like CO2. We also...
Feb 27, 2025•37 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ This conversation is a comprehensive Q&A session revolving around CO2 systems and helping technicians with the transition from traditional refrigerants. It features regular guest Andrew Freeburg, a technician highly experienced in CO2, diving into the rapid transition to CO2, as well as addressing the fears many technicians face due to high...
Feb 24, 2025•48 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this conversation, we’re talking with Megan Dinsdale-Jones, General Manager of Operations at Cool-Safe in New Zealand about environmental sustainability in refrigeration. She discusses her journey from being on the tools in supermarket refrigeration to Cool-Safe, and their mission to manage and destroy synthetic F-gases. We also dive int...
Feb 20, 2025•44 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of CO2 Experts, we’re joined by Conor Eaton-Smith, Technical Director at K2 Engineering (Cooling) Ltd., to discuss the transition from HFCs to CO2 as a refrigerant. Conor shares his take on the transition, the lessons he learned, and future of refrigeration and CO2. We also cover the misconceptions around refrigerant leakage...
Feb 17, 2025•45 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this conversation, we’re taking a deep technical dive into Danfoss CO2 Controllers with Dave Yoder, Technical Support Engineer and Co-Host of the Controller Talk podcast (links below). Dave over three decades of experience in technical support for refrigeration systems and shares his extensive knowledge about the importance of asking the...
Feb 13, 2025•57 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of CO2 Experts, we diving into Resource Data Management (RDM) controllers with control expert, Kevin Mullis, Technical Manager at Integral UK Ltd. A good understanding of RDM’s will help refrigeration technicians troubleshoot, avoid common issues and better manage and optimize CO2 refrigeration systems. Kevin has some key ti...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this conversation, were chatting with Henrik Andersen from Fenagy about thermal energy storage. We’re talking large commercial and industrial systems in the megawatt range. Henrik covers different types of thermal energy storage, including chemical, latent heat, and sensible heat storage, and shares his insights on the transition to heat...
Feb 06, 2025•33 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of CO2 Experts, we’re doing a deep technical dive into superheat with Chris Griffiths and John Rothery of Omega Solutions. This talk is aimed at helping refrigeration technicians troubleshoot issues faster and more efficiently. Chris and John cover a number of topics like superheat control, transducer issues, EEV troubleshoo...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this conversation, we’re talking about ice rink refrigeration design with Art Sutherland of Accent Refrigeration Systems Ltd. Art shares his journey from technician to becoming a business owner and traveling the world with his family while working on diverse industrial refrigeration projects, from glamorous European castle exhibits to Ol...
Jan 30, 2025•50 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of CO2 Experts, we’re talking about pressure relief valves (PRV’s) for CO2 refrigeration systems with Jordan Gronkowski, Technical Director at Henry Technologies. We discuss the importance of selecting the right size PRV’s, understanding their role in preventing catastrophic events and ensuring system and human safety. Jorda...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 13 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ This episode of CO2 Experts Live is a deep, technical conversation about compressors with Bitzer specialists Tobias Fuhrer and Manuel Reichle. Specifically, they cover the intricacies of capacity regulation and the Varistep system. They talk operational and mechanical aspects of Varistep in varying load conditions and share troubleshooting ...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of CO2 Experts Live, we’re diving into troubleshooting transcritical CO2 chillers with Damon Reed from Pro Refrigeration. Damon covers the basics of these complex systems, identifying the different components, the sequence of operations, and advanced remote diagnostic tools. We also teach you about electronic controls, safet...
Jan 20, 2025•57 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ The biggest key to career success in refrigeration: belief. If you’ve got aspirations of advancing in the refrigeration industry - or are feeling stuck in your current situation with no idea how to get out - this quick episode will go over the actions you need to start to taking to create more opportunities for yourself. It starts with beli...
Jan 16, 2025•12 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this episode of our CO2 Experts series, we’re talking about pipe sizing for CO2 refrigeration systems with Chris Griffiths, UK Technical Manager for Omega Solutions. We cover correct pipe sizing for design, troubleshooting, and service to ensure proper flow, minimal pressure drops, and efficient oil return to compressors. Chris also high...
Jan 13, 2025•55 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ In this conversation, we’re talking about how to manage a common challenge across the refrigeration industry: burnout. We explore the differences between physical and mental exhaustion, the bad habits that often lead to burnout, and strategies to combat burnout like setting boundaries, better planning and scheduling, and communicating more ...
Jan 09, 2025•14 min
Join the Refrigeration Mentor Community here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at https://refrigerationmentor.com/ This conversation is truly proof of the endless opportunities within the refrigeration industry, featuring longtime refrigeration industry veteran Robert Ochs, currently a Regional Sales Manager with Carrier. Here, he opens up about his extensive and diverse refrigeration career - from his early days in rack refrigeration to attending trade...
Jan 06, 2025•43 min
Starting the New Year off by sharing a quick list of books that have changed my life. These books (links below) will help change your mindset around personal growth, career success and help you build better habits and routines in your everyday life - that will translate to your workday as a refrigeration professional. In this quick episode, we expand on everything from how to stop limiting yourself, to how to boost your self-motivation, memory, focus and overall productivity. If reading has been...
Jan 02, 2025•18 min
In this conversation, we’re getting an inside look at Danfoss tech support with Product Support Specialist, Premnath Kangatharan. Premnath takes us through how they assist and train customers and internal teams, and has some great tips for how to improve support processes and adapt to new equipment innovations. It’s about balancing the critical need for gathering detailed facts, with knowing how to communicate with different types of customers. He also takes us behind-the-scenes on how they crea...
Dec 30, 2024•41 min
This episode is about the critical importance of brain health for refrigeration technicians. I’ll share my own journey of smoking, drinking, and eating bad food, to the remarkable improvements in cognitive function and life quality after adopting healthier practices. I’ve got a ton of simple, practical tips for busy technicians working, travelling and working late nights to start making changes that guaranteed will enhance your professional performance, learning ability and your personal life. I...
Dec 26, 2024•17 min
In this episode of CO2 Experts Live, we’re joined by Andre Patenaude, Director of Solution Strategy at Copeland, to discuss the iPro High Pressure Controller and high pressure valves. Andre dives into technical aspects such as system design, high-pressure control, the E3 supervisory device, and the significance of accurate sensor placement. We also cover the importance of understanding gas cooler interactions, pressure set points, and trend graphs, with a ton of practical tips for technicians fo...
Dec 23, 2024•55 min
In this conversation, we dive into the concept of limiting beliefs - a state of mind or belief about yourself that restricts you in some way. It starts with challenging and validating these beliefs by asking if they are truly accurate, then practicing various strategies to overcome them - shifting perspectives, setting realistic goals, and surrounding yourself with positive influences. I share some practical steps to bust limiting beliefs like journaling and replacing negative thoughts with posi...
Dec 19, 2024•16 min
Get on the Supermarket Academy waitlist now! New program to supercharge your supermarket refrigeration expertise. In this episode of CO2 Experts Live, we’re talking about CO2 heat pumps with Erik Holland, Aftersales Engineer with Advansor. With the increasing prevelance of CO2 heat pumps, this session will teach technicians CO2 heat pump design and startup processes, proper evacuation and charging procedures. We also cover the critical pre-checks needed to ensure smooth startups for CO2 heat pum...
Dec 16, 2024•55 min
In this conversation, we’re talking about ways of lessening or eliminating common stressors faced by refrigeration technicians - challenges that impact our professional and personal lives. I share some strategies for managing stressors such as on-call scheduling (or lack thereof) and workload management, including enhancing your technical skills, working as a team, and building strong relationships with service managers and dispatchers. Managing these stressors will have a massive impact on boos...
Dec 12, 2024•15 min
