
Tech of the Month: Andrew Salgado – Young, Driven, and Building the Future of HVAC — One Call at a Time
At just 20 years old, Andrew Salgado, also known as hvac_disciple on social media, is already proving that age has nothing to do with work

Techs of the Month: Matt and Sean HVACR Dads – Brotherhood, Fatherhood, and Community in the Trades
Matt and Sean Cummings, the twin brothers behind @HVACR_dads, share a career in HVACR, life as dads, and a genuine passion for staying connected to

Tech of the Month: Yazmin Chavez — From Reading Spreadsheets to Reading Temperature Ratings
When you talk with Yazmin Chavez, you can instantly tell she loves what she does. She’s got that mix of curiosity, hard work, and heart

Tech of the Month: Marcio Butler – From Watching HVAC on YouTube to Tools in Hand
For some techs, HVAC was the family business. For Marcio Butler (@butlerstouch.hvac), it started with watching it on YouTube. “I knew college wasn’t really for

Precision and Comfort in One Trigger: Meet the Viper Sniper
When we do site visits with HVACR techs, we’re always looking for ways to make the job easier, safer, and more efficient. During one of

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What Can I Clean Condenser Coils With?
There’s a big debate on using dish soap, just water, or chemical cleaners on HVAC-R condenser, evaporator coils including micro-channel and aluminum. Let’s discuss the

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

Bubbles or Beeps? – Using Leak Detectors to Pinpoint Gas Leaks
Whether you’re working with residential HVAC systems or large commercial refrigeration setups, the ability to detect leaks efficiently and safely can save time, money, and

Charging Residential Air Conditioning
Charging Residential Air Conditioning Different types of metering devices have different ways of charging. A Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV) is charged to the sub-cooling of

Oil Additives and The POE Problem
In this episode, Zack and Ralph Interview John about a condition called the POE problem. John has studied oils and refrigerant additives for many

The Truth behind Stop Leak Oil additives
In this episode, Zack and Ralph Interview John about the Miracle Stop Leak oil additives. John takes you through the history of stop leak products

The Story of Refrigeration Technologies Part 2
In this episode, Zack and Ralph Interview John in more detail about Refrigeration Technologies including Proper Coil Cleaning techniques. He describes the proper way