CoolTalkSquare22Recording now available

The recording of the January CoolTalk for service engineers and technicians is now available. Hear from two industry experts as they explain what you need to know about working safely with flammable refrigerants. 

Access the recording here.

Programme

  • Using flammables safely. Jane Gartshore FInstR, Cool Concerns 

This talk gives an overview of how to safely work with flammable refrigerants. It contains information that will help engineers, installers and end-user better understand why these refrigerants are flammable, the hazards involved and what needs to be done and considered when using this type of refrigerant. 

  • The use of flammables in small commercial applications, Chris Playford MInstR, Foster and Gamko

This talk focuses on hydrocarbons. It offers practical advice and includes good practice guidance, looks to the future and discusses managing risk. 

 

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