From ice harvesting to Low-GWP refrigerants

From ice harvesting to Low-GWP refrigerants

In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVAC, Jamie Kitchen sits down with John Broughton and Jorg Saar to explore the fascinating history of refrigerants—from harvested ice, water, ammonia, and CO2 to CFCs, HCFCs, HFCs, and today’s low-GWP alternatives.

The conversation traces how refrigeration evolved from ice houses and early evaporative cooling to mechanical systems in homes, factories, ships, and supermarkets. Along the way, the team shares stories from the field, reflects on the rise and fall of refrigerants like R-12, R-22, R-11, and R-502, and discusses why the industry is once again adapting to a new generation of refrigerants, including propane, CO2, R-32, and A2Ls.

It’s a practical, entertaining look at how the past continues to shape the future of HVAC—and why understanding refrigerant history matters more than ever.

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Walk-in refrigeration systems explained

Walk-in refrigeration systems explained

In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVACR, Jamie Kitchen is joined by John Broughton and Jorg Saar to break down the essentials of cold rooms, walk-in boxes, and refrigeration design, coverin...

22 Apr 38min

Turning refrigeration heat into comfort

Turning refrigeration heat into comfort

In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVACR, host Jamie Kitchen joins Jorg and John to discuss how supermarkets can reclaim “waste heat” from their refrigeration systems to tackle humidity issu...

25 Feb 38min

CO₂ vs A2L refrigerants: Choosing the right refrigerant

CO₂ vs A2L refrigerants: Choosing the right refrigerant

Host Jamie Kitchen and guest Jorg Saar compare CO₂ with A2L/HFO-HFC blends and A3 options like propane (R290), explaining why CO₂ isn’t new, what transcritical operation means, and why CO₂ can excel a...

27 Jan 41min

Turbcor®: The technology behind oil free cooling

Turbcor®: The technology behind oil free cooling

In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC/R, host Jamie Kitchen talks with Jason Kollman (Danfoss Turbocor®) about what makes oil-free, magnetic-bearing centrifugal compressors unique—from Tur...

23 Dec 202537min

Controls vs safety - Key differences in function and expectations

Controls vs safety - Key differences in function and expectations

In this episode, our host, Jamie Kitchen sits down with Jorg and John to unpack the real difference between pressure controls and pressure safety devices in HVACR. From fan cycling and pump-down contr...

25 Nov 202535min

How individual room controls are changing comfort and efficiency

How individual room controls are changing comfort and efficiency

Host Jamie Kitchen welcomes product expert Christina Kjar to discuss how individual room controls are transforming the way we heat our homes and buildings. They dive into the differences between mecha...

27 Okt 202529min

Stationary vs. mobile refrigeration: Design challenges

Stationary vs. mobile refrigeration: Design challenges

Host Jamie Kitchen is joined by regulars Jorg and John to unpack how HVACR changes when the system moves. From vibration, oil management, and compressor mounting to multi-temp trailers, EPRs, and face...

24 Sep 202544min

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