Hvac Know It All Podcast

On this episode I take you on another serivce call with me as I investigate an open breaker and find the fault. Here is the YouTube video link so you get a visual as well. https://youtu.be/wMKSE8gX5GM

This podcast uses some extracted audio from a repair video of a Carrier RTU. The problem and repair were simple but not simple if you haven't experienced that specific issue yet. I also include a tip to get you going in a jam. Repair video https://youtu.be/Tgfk2ST6FVc

On this episode we talk to Chris about refrigeration. We get into defrost, drain heaters, differences between AC and refrigeration and head master controls. Jamie Kitchen QandA https://youtu.be/zS18jm5PCVs Jet Gun video https://youtu.be/A-ntLZZp08I

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 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/

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/

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.

We chat with Andy and Rob about Ecobee products, Home IQ and solutions for residential and commercial applications. 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.youtube.com/user/DanfossCool Yellow Jacket  https://yellowjacket.com/ Save 8% off at Trutech Tools using promo code knowitall https://www.trutechtools.com/