The majority of the 34,000 supermarkets in the U.S. still rely on hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) R-22 as their primary refrigerant, despite recently revised environmental legislation that requires a 75 percent reduction in R-22 consumption and production by 2010. The time to act is now to avoid increased costs and labor shortages that can occur as this deadline approaches. Learn how to ensure compliance with regulations and avoid penalties, preserve the continuity of your business, and achieve a successful, cost-effective transition from R-22, rather than retrofitting in an emergency.
The process may seem overwhelming, but hundreds of supermarkets have already converted to alternative refrigerant options, and so can you. Do you know what steps you should take?
First, it is important to understand environmental regulations and their impact on R-22 supply/demand scenarios. Are you familiar with the latest revisions to the Montreal Protocol phaseout timeline? What can you do to minimize the anticipated R-22 shortfall?
Next, it is critical to perform equipment assessments and implement an effective refrigerant management plan to ensure compliance with Clean Air Act requirements and avoid fines and penalties, as well as proactively plan for the R-22 phaseout. What components should your refrigerant management plan include?
Finally, how do you select an appropriate non-ozone-depleting refrigerant to replace R-22 in your existing equipment?
Those questions—and more—will be answered in an upcoming Supermarket News webinar. A technical expert from DuPont Refrigerants will discuss changing environmental regulations and share best practices to prepare for the R-22 shortfall and the transition to non-ozone-depleting substances, while ensuring continued store operations.
During this presentation you will:
Increase your awareness of environmental regulations and the accelerated Montreal Protocol HCFC phaseout schedule, as well as penalties for violations
Gain insight into projected R-22 shortfall supply/demand scenarios and what they may mean for your business
Understand the importance of implementing immediate refrigerant reclamation and recycling practices to ensure an adequate supply of R-22 as the phaseout deadline approaches
Learn about the critical components of a refrigerant management plan
Increase your understanding of retrofit refrigerant and new equipment options that can help facilitate a cost-effective transition from R-22
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