CO₂ technology training for Technicians. CO₂ Academy

More and more people are realizing the many benefits of refrigeration units that use CO₂/R744 as a refrigerant. And in many countries, laws are being passed to drive the transition to nature friendly solutions. Those of us who work with the refrigeration industry are currently seeing a technical revolution take place, and it is essential that we have the right skills to keep up with developments. CO₂ Academy is the natural choice for training in transcritical CO₂ technology. As a technicians it is not only essential to understand the technical aspects of CO₂ technology, but also to acquire the relevant communication skills.

Course Content (preliminary)

Introduction

Basic refrigeration technology
Why carbon dioxide is a superior refrigerant
Impact of various refrigeration technologies on the environment and why environmental issues are possibly our biggest challenge
Performance and Coefficient of Performance (COP) measurement
Comparisons with other refrigerants
Introduction to the technology behind CO₂ systems

Practical operation with CO₂ as a refrigerant

Handling of gas, cylinders, couplings, hoses, etc.
Draining and filling the system
Safety aspects and safety equipment
Pressure testing

Commissioning and adjustment of CO₂ systems

Refrigerators and freezers
How the control system works and the benefits of using the full range of control system features
Commissioning report
Checklists

The Pressure Equipment Directive and general rules for using CO₂ as a refrigerant

Introduction
Equipment
Exercises

CO₂ systems

Refrigerators and freezers
How the control system works and the benefits of using the full range of control system features

Knowledge of materials and brazing technology for CO₂ systems

Main components and their properties

Course Details

Duration

1-2 days

Location

Aeres Tech, Zandlaan 29, Ede, Holland. Nearest airport is Schiphol, Amsterdam.

Starting point

The importance of understanding CO₂ refrigeration technology and the essential role of the technicians in contacts with end users and contractors.

Focus

Awareness of the role of the consultant as the linchpin between end users and contractors/suppliers of materials etc.

Motto

Learning by doing, learn things today – do things tomorrow, in your own professional situation.

Approach

Explanation of the subject by the instructor.
Discussion and exchange of knowledge and experiences between participants and instructor.
Personal approach – present and wanted/desired.
The participants practise the new behaviour.
Personal action plan for each practised subject.