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highlighted by the fact that they were the first company back in the 1930’s to import and distribute in Europe the new Dupont chemical synthesised refrigerant, which has been developed in the USA. Today, the Dehon Group is now one of the largest packers and fillers in Europe and continues to be at the forefront of bringing new products and solutions to the market.
Getting to grips with A2L’s and the role that they have to play, has been a crucial step for me in understanding what the future of the cooling & heating industry looks like. Understandably, the word ‘flammable’ is bound to create some level of unease for some people, but it is important is to look beyond this and really evaluate what it means in practical terms. In official definition, refrigerants with the A2L classification will normally have a burning velocity below 10cm/sec which in real terms means that you should be able to comfortably walk away from the area of ignition without risk of harm.
The words ‘energy efficiency’ are something I come across most days, and it is a term I find myself using more and more now I am beginning to understand its relevance to the industry. Energy efficiency is an absolute key driver for change not only in the refrigeration industry; but in businesses as a whole. All businesses have a huge responsibility to uphold social responsibility policies and to find ways to improve their eco and energy efficiency. For the refrigeration industry, there is a big emphasis on making sure systems are energy efficient so that they have a reduced environmental impact. This can bring benefits to both businesses and the environment, as having energy efficient systems can create a low lifetime cost in terms of the financial cost and the environmental cost. By making systems as energy efficient as
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possible, it will aid lowering emissions from the refrigeration process.
This is where A2L’s come in. They provide a viable solution to eco and energy efficiency, as these refrigerants not only have very low GWP making them more environmentally friendly, they are also built to work in new equipment that has been designed with energy efficiency in mind. I can start to see why businesses should be looking at and making plans now to adopt these A2L refrigerants because they have been created for a reason – the impact of climate change isn’t going to disappear overnight and as an industry, we have a responsibility to ensure people are equipped and educated to successfully make this change.
The Future Role of the Industry One thing I have very quickly understood, is that most of those in the industry are extremely committed to making vast improvements to ensure the continued sustainability of the industry. It is great to see the steps being made in the industry in addition to refrigerant choice, the bigger picture that is considered around energy efficiency and sustainability is bound to play a big part in helping to tackle climate change – something that I am very keen now to be a part of. Having taken my first steps into the refrigeration industry, I have learnt a lot of new and different things that have given me a new perspective on the world we live in and how we support eco efficiency and climate change, and I can appreciate now the value of the industry and also how much more there is to it than first meets the eye. I hope now to continue my journey by expanding my knowledge within the industry and I will be doing my best to play my part in supporting the future proofing of this vital industry that shapes our everyday lives.
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