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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 for these changes. We also discuss the differences in standards and practices globally, the significance of training for safe implementation and specific requirements for working with A2L refrigerants. This episode was recorded live at the 2025 AHR Expo.

In this episode, we cover:

-Refrigeration industry transitions

-Differing global standards in refrigeration 

-Retrofits and new installations

-Refrigerant glides

-Compressor types

-Balancing efficiency and maintenance

-Challenges and successes with A2L systems

-Mitigation practices and leak detection

Helpful Links & Resources:

Danilo on LinkedIn

Honeywell website