Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here

Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses

This is the first in a  CO2 Design Fundamentals series, starting off with a deep dive on technical piping design with Chris Griffiths, UK Technical Manager for Omega Solutions. We cover proper pipe sizing and design tips to avoid common pitfalls such as insufficient mass flow, oil return issues, and excessive pressure drops. Chris also shares real-world troubleshooting examples and info on software tools to help refrigeration technicians in the field fix issues more efficiently and understand CO2 refrigeration systems better.

In this episode, we discuss:

-CO2 design fundamentals

-Importance of proper piping design

-Key tips for protecting compressors

-Pipe sizing and oil management

-Practical troubleshooting examples 

-Software tools

-Common issues and troubleshooting

Helpful Links & Resources:

Episode 47. What To Know When Sizing Refrigeration Piping

Episode 273. CO2 Experts: Pipe Sizing with Chris Griffiths of Omega Solutions

Episode 191. Designing CO2 Supermarket Refrigeration Systems: Selecting Compressors and Gas Coolers with Chris Griffiths of Omega Solutions (Part 1 of 5)

Danfoss Coolselector®2

Bitzer Software

Learn more about Omega Solutions  

Connect with Omega Solutions on LinkedIn

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn

Email Chris: [email protected]