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Tech of the Month: Rodolfo Vargas – Finding Purpose Through People and the Trade

Finding Purpose Through People and the Trade Rodolfo Vargas never set out to become an HVACR technician, but like many in the trade, his journey started with a single opportunity and grew through persistence, passion, and people. Originally from Elgin, Illinois, Rodolfo moved to McKinney, Texas in 2012 with his wife and children in search […]

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Tech of the Month: David Gutierrez – Built on Family, Shaped by Hustle

Before he was old enough to drive, David Gutierrez was already working side-by-side with his dad in the field. HVAC quickly became more than a trade, it became part of who he is. “My dad was a technician. He had like 40 years in refrigeration until he passed,” David shared. “I started working with him,

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The Best Heat Protection Products for HVAC Brazing: WetRag Putty, Heatshield, and Heat-Blocking Gel Compared

Choosing the Right Heat Protection for Brazing JobsWhen you’re working around an open flame, protecting components from heat damage is critical. Whether you’re brazing lines in tight spots or working in wide-open areas, Viper offers three solutions you can count on: WetRag Putty, Heatshield, and Heat Blocking Gel. Here’s how to choose the right one

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Tech of the Month: Megan McIntosh – From Art to HVACR

Megan McIntosh never planned to be in HVACR, but her hands-on nature led her here. As co-owner of Mechanical Environments in Denver, CO, she specializes in environmental control for cannabis cultivation facilities, where controlling temperature and humidity are everything, especially in the dry Colorado climate. From Photography to Fixing Things Megan started in photography and

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We’re Growing: Exciting News About Our Manufacturing Expansion

We’ve got some big news to share with you: Refrigeration Technologies has acquired an additional 30,000 square feet of warehouse space! This expansion marks a major milestone for us, which is projected to increase our manufacturing capacity by over 400%. It’s an exciting step that will allow us to continue innovating and delivering the safe,

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November Tech of the Month: Blake Barkeloo, Owner of Icedburg Services in Jacksonville, FL

Meet Blake Barkeloo, the man behind Icedburg Services in Jacksonville, Florida, and our November Tech of the Month! Blake’s story is one filled with an unexpected career twist, a love-hate relationship with troubleshooting, and even a bit of ice cream tasting (for “quality control,” of course). Let’s dive into what makes Blake—and his one-man show—so

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Refrigeration Technologies makes the Inc. 5000 list

Refrigeration Technologies Makes INC 5000 List for Third Year

We’re excited to share some fantastic news — Refrigeration Technologies has made the INC 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for the third consecutive year! In 2024, we ranked 119 in the manufacturing sector, 238 in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area, and 584 in the state of California. A Big Thank

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Meet Gabriel Gonzalez HVAC_SG: October Viper Tech of the Month

LEZZZ GO! We’re excited to introduce Gabriel Gonzalez, also known as @hvac_sg, as our October Viper Tech of the Month. Gabriel was nominated by numerous fellow HVAC techs, and it’s easy to see why. His passion for the trade, his positive attitude, and his dedication to helping others in the community make him a standout

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What is Nylog?

Nylog is a viscoelastic compound made from POE oil, designed to lubricate and seal HVAC and refrigeration components. It’s also one of the most polarizing topics on Refrigeration Technologies‘ social media accounts. While it has long been a trusted product among HVAC-R professionals due to its versatility and reliability, we want to address some of

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