Ammonia Week in Review | July 12, 2024

New Resources in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review…

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Refrigeration Cycle Video Series – In this 10-part video series, Peter Thomas, P.E., explains the refrigeration cycle, including some of the common system types and other core concepts. If you are new to the refrigeration industry, preparing to take the RETA CARO exam, or a seasoned refrigeration technician looking to gain more insights on the refrigeration cycle, this series is for you. Prepare to learn the ins and outs of refrigeration. […watch]

If you are interested in taking this video series as a self-directed, online course visit our website. [click here]

NW Calgary YMCA Evacuated Due to Ammonia Leak, Second Time This Week – Calgary Fire tells CityNews660 about 180 people were asked to leave the Rocky Ridge YMCA just before 10 a.m. Friday because an ammonia alarm was going off in the arena area.  […keep reading]

People Evacuated and Decontaminated After Gas Leak – Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue said six fire engines and crews, who were dressed in hazmat suits, have investigated the incident at an industrial unit on Cockerell Close in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.   […keep reading]

Ammonia Release | Contractor Error and Coil Failure – In August 2022, hydrostatic expansion occurred inside an improperly isolated evaporator coil, resulting in a release of approximately 230 lbs of ammonia. The leak occurred when one of the return tubes of the evaporator coil broke due to the overpressurization. […keep reading]