Question: What are the labeling requirements for a High Pressure Receiver in an ammonia refrigeration system? Answer: To properly label any piece of equipment within an ammonia refrigeration system you must first know which codes and standards are recognized in your jurisdiction. As a resident of California, the following codes/standards are often consulted regarding ammonia equipment […]
Ammonia leaks plague the headlines in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….. Fresh Express Plant in Clayton Co. Evacuated After Ammonia Leak – The Fresh Express plant in Clayton County was evacuated on Monday after an ammonia leak, fire officials said. […keep reading] Anhydrous Ammonia Leak Prompts Road Closure – A Southeast Iowa road has now been […]
A handful of ammonia leaks pen this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….. Fenlands Evacuated After Ammonia Leak – An ammonia leak at the Fenlands recreation centre in Banff caused the evacuation of about 20 people and sent one worker to hospital with minor burns earlier this week. […keep reading] Businesses Evacuated In Blue Bell Ice Cream […]
Question: Is ammonia detection required in rooms that contain ammonia, but are not classified as machinery rooms? Answer: To answer this question properly, we must first consider the various occupancy classifications and refrigerant restrictions within those classifications. ANSI/ASHRAE 15-2013 Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems defines two (2) main types of refrigeration systems: Direct Systems and Indirect Systems. Indirect Systems are further divided into […]
Ammonia causes trouble at school in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….. Ammonia Leak On South Carolina Campus – The Columbia, S.C. fire department is responding to a reported ammonia leak on the campus of the University of South Carolina. […keep reading] IARW Show Puts Ammonia Advances in Front of Cold Storage Decision-Makers – Following on the heels of […]
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