In November of 2016 the EPA updated the Section 608 Refrigerant Management program. This ruling phased in changes over a three-year period. On October 1, 2018 the EPA issued a new ruling that will revise refrigerant regulations, again.
One significant change is to rescind the refrigerant management requirements of subpart F, (sales restriction) from substitute refrigerants. The removal of this sales restriction would enable anyone (do-it-yourselfers “DIY”), to purchase substitute refrigerants. If these refrigerants could be purchased by anyone, they could also be sold by anyone, including big box retailers and online stores. This change would be detrimental for manufacturers, wholesalers and contractors.
The HVACR industry collaborated with the EPA for two years, to modernize the Section 608 Refrigerant Management Program. While no regulation is perfect, this regulation has always been good for business and the environment, and we should voice our opinions to keep it that way. You can view the ruling and comment here.
Please take the time to submit a comment to the EPA letting them know that such a change could be harmful to the public at large. Allowing anyone to purchase substitute refrigerants could result in unqualified individuals working on equipment and handing refrigerant in an unsafe manner. Comments due no later than November 15, 2018.
Had the opportunity to speak to 100 high school educators from NW GA connected to @georgiadeptofed and @WBLPaulding Helped reshape their view of #Construction Learning a skilled trade can set their students up for success. Excited to do more with this group in the future
Great to see companies like @PlanGrid working with schools and unions to address technology gap.
PlanGrid Launches Education Program for Schools & Unions to Narrow Technology Skills Gap in Construction Industry
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PlanGrid, recently acquired by Autodesk and a leader in construction productivity software, today announce...
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Congrats @Victaulic! Great to see the company strong and improving after 100 years of success.
Happy #innoversary to Victaulic! 2019 marks the 100th year the patent, for what is now known as the Victaulic coupling, was filed. Thanks to our customers who continue to inspire our solutions. Learn more about our 100 Years of Innovation here: https://t.co/lDsBiyKXr5
"You don't hire for skills, you hire for attitude. You can always teach skills."
RIP Herb Kelleher @SouthwestAir, who was shining proof that you don't have to check your heart or your sense of humor at the office door.
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