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Fundamentals of Refrigeration: Heat

January 6th, 2026

In scientific terms, “heat” is synonymous with energy and work. To explain heat, it is best to start small. All matter is made up of molecules. Molecules that contain heat energy are in constant motion. The speed of the molecular motion is directly related to the temperature of the matter. The faster, or more intense, […]

2026 Virtual Ammonia Refrigeration Training by Resource Compliance

January 5th, 2026

Start the new year off right by participating in the newly released ‘2026 Virtual Ammonia Refrigeration Training’ by Resource Compliance. 2026-virtual-training-invitation-flyer This year we have two course options: Beginner Course Advanced Course  

Fundamentals of Refrigeration: Temperature

December 30th, 2025

Simply defined, temperature is a measurement of the intensity of heat. “Intensity” is an important adjective to use when defining temperature. Everyone is familiar with things feeling “hot” or “cold”, but those terms are subjective and based solely on one’s perception of the intensity of heat energy. Temperature is measured using a thermometer. In the […]

Fundamentals of Refrigeration: Absolute Pressure and Gauge Pressure

December 23rd, 2025

While the pressure that the air exerts over the surface of the earth is approximately 14.7 pounds per square inch, most pressure gauges will read ‘0’ psi when open to the atmosphere. This is because pressure gauges measure a “relative pressure” compared to the surrounding atmospheric pressure. When a gauge is put on a tire […]

Ammonia Week in Review | December 19, 2025

December 19th, 2025

Ammonia HAZMAT Training In Focus in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… Winnipeg Hazmat Crews Contain Ammonia Leak at PepsiCo Facility – The response was led by the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS), which deployed its specialized Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) team to the scene. […keep reading] BFD Trained and Ready for Most Disasters – […]