WR Refrigeration adopts zero tolerance to refrigerant leaks 11 March 2013

WR Refrigeration says it is adopting a zero tolerance approach to refrigerant leaks, rolling out its Trace-A-Gas leak detection system.

The contractor has worked with distributor Climate Center on trials to prove the effectiveness of the system, which can pinpoint tiny leaks that are almost impossible to detect using traditional methods.

Trace-A-Gas, manufactured by refrigerant specialist A-Gas, is based on a non-flammable, non-toxic mixture of 5% hydrogen and 95% nitrogen.

Patrick Mullins, WR Refrigeration's marketing and business development director, makes the point that hydrogen is an excellent leak indicator, because it penetrates the smallest fractures in pipework, joints and components.

Used in conjunction with an electronic detector, such as Javac's Gas-Mate, it enables plant technicians to locate and identify much smaller leaks than is possible with oxygen free nitrogen (OFN) and a leak detection spray.

It is also delivers results much more quickly than conventional methods, as engineers are not required to wait for the results from a pressurisation test. Any leaks show up immediately, cutting down on waiting time.

"The F-Gas Regulation requires an unswerving focus on leak detection and minimisation," states Mullins. "It is not only a legal requirement, but an environmental and economic imperative."

Brian Tinham

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