Hvac Know It All Podcast

When charging refrigerant as liquid, we must take caution to ensure we aren't adding too much at once through the suction line to avoid liquid slugging of the compressor. Bryan Johnson from Bluon technical support joins me in the conversation.

Stress is a silent killer and can creep up in many forms and cause an array of health issues. It's important to find a work life balance...Before you burn out.

From the get go, off the hop, however you wanna phrase it, Hannah brings it on this podcast. Another female in the skilled trades that is dedicated and going places. Hannah also has a very interesting hobby we learn about during the interview.

On this episode I go through some common refrigerant side issues and how to troubleshoot them in the field. Supco M500 video https://youtu.be/wMG_E0sS2yk

We speak to Jess about her switch over to HVAC/R apprentice from an administrative role and how she plans to take over the family business with her brother.

All HVAC techs out there wonder if the grass is greener somewhere else. No one really knows until the switch is made, but...Here are some factors that may help you decide if a switch is in the cards.

We chat with Garett and Darren about closed loop water treatment systems, how to set them up and maintain a healthy system. We also talk about the X-Pot system and how it works. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

We speak with Dr. Thomas Moorman, Provost of the Perfect Technician Academy about how the academy operates to help create skilled trades workers with a focus on military veterans. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

Quikie podcast on how to seek out info, types of resources available and what you can do on your own to help your progression in HVAC. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac  https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

We talk to Jonathan, who lives in Edmonton, Alberta. Jonathan holds 3 licenses, plumbing, gas, and sheet metal and is currently in an apprenticeship for refrigeration. We discuss supermarket BMS, gas tickets and more. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

We get to learn about Matt and his journey from college degree to HVAC tech. We hit on some other topics like hierarchy within small companies, and where the ceiling is. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

On this episode we talk to Ken about when and where we should start promoting the trades to young kids. We talk about the rise of women in trades and discuss how Ken rolls in the classroom, helping to build blue collar professionals. Danfoss Ref Tools App https://bit.ly/DownloadRefTools Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

Quick micro podcast on how to approach a service call and what should be checked before moving on to the next step. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

I talk to John Broughton from Danfoss to discuss walk in box construction, design considerations, defrost, and refrigerants. Sign up for the Danfoss News Letter https://bit.ly/DanfossCoolingNewsletter CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

I speak to Brandon Glancy of Aprilaire about the main factors of indoor air quality. We touch on UV lights, as they are a polarizing topic at the moment. Company Cam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

I get together with Mike and Matt, previous guests of the show. Mike tells us about his journey through Covid 19 in New York City, we discuss on call schedules and Aaon units. CompanyCam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Danfoss Webinars https://www.danfoss.com/en/about-danfoss/news/dcs/learn-under-lockdown-sign-up-for-our-webinars/ Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

We speak to Brian Feenie of Emerson and Jim Bergmann from Measure Quick to find out more about Sensi Predict. In essence, Sensi Predict uses 10 sensors to monitor HVAC system performance over time to help predict failures. Meausre Quick is implemented to bench mark original system performance. Check out the link for more info... https://climate.emerson.com/en-us/brands/sensi/sensi-predict-for-contractors/contractor-sign-up Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

It was super awesome to talk with air flow expert Will Clayton on air flow test and balance methods. I learned a ton and so will you. My YouTube video https://youtu.be/tsLgkRaEyBY Danfoss Inforgrams https://infogram.com/danfosscool Company Cam https://companycam.com/hvacknowitall Navac https://navacglobal.com/ Testo https://www.testo.com/en-US/ Bluon https://www.bluonenergy.com/ Refrigeration Technologies https://www.refrigtech.com/ Cool Air Products https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Danfoss https://www.danfoss.com/en/ Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/

So...I've gone and done it. I'm all in with my app idea to help connect the blue collar industry. An industry that is in need of constant information and help.

Will and Mike pop onto the podcast to discuss many interesting topics including slashed budgets for new equipment, tech support, and unique solution for Trane Intelipaks.