All types of refrigeration appliances and systems contain condenser coils. Though they may vary in size and design, they share the common need for leak testing in manufacturing. Their shape and the number of brazed joints to be checked can make detecting leaks a challenge, and the use of more ...
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Recent Posts by Jeff McBee HVAC-R Market Specialist
As manufacturers face yet another helium shortage and increasing costs for the rationed supply, many are looking at reclaim systems to optimize their helium usage. These systems can, depending upon the application, recover up to 95% of helium for reuse.
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Strategies for HVAC Leak Testing
on September 27, 2021
| By Jeff McBee HVAC-R Market Specialist
|
Tracer Gas Testing,
Leak Testing,
HVAC/R
Every heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system should be free from leaks to be efficient and safe. However, leaks can be introduced into HVAC systems during manufacturing and assembly, and aging HVAC systems can develop leaks over time. Because many refrigerant leaks are small, they ...
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How to achieve accurate low leak rate testing: Adapting to new manufacturing standards in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry
on October 22, 2020
| By Jeff McBee HVAC-R Market Specialist
|
Tracer Gas Testing,
Leak Testing,
CTS Solution,
HVAC/R
Leak testing of pipe joints, tubes and fittings in refrigeration and air conditioning components such as coils and compressors during assembly manufacturing is critical. Tests must be accurate and reliable, or products could have serious problems for consumers in the field. Recent changes to the ...
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Reliable, automated alternatives to dunk tank leak testing
on August 21, 2020
| By Jeff McBee HVAC-R Market Specialist
|
Tracer Gas Testing,
Leak Testing,
CTS Solution
Dunk testing remains a common leak test method due to its simplicity and relative affordability. This traditional approach, however, can be highly subjective and prone to error, leading manufacturers to look for ways to achieve a more objective and reliable leak test—but what’s the best method? ...
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Forming gas is an effective and safe trace gas alternative to helium
on January 28, 2020
| By Jeff McBee HVAC-R Market Specialist
|
Tracer Gas Testing,
Leak Testing,
CTS Solution
For trace gas leak testing, helium has ruled for years. It’s inert, has a very low presence in ambient air and its atomic size makes it ideal for detecting the smallest leaks. This makes it a common choice for products in which the acceptable leak rate approaches zero – airbags, refrigeration ...
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