On 1 January 2015, an EU-wide ban on R-22 refrigerant came
into effect, which means it’s now illegal to use the gas when servicing or
repairing air-conditioning equipment.
R-22 (also known as chlorodifluoromethane) is a
hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) or, to put it simply, a refrigerant commonly
used in air conditioning and industrial chiller applications.
Because it is a harmful greenhouse gas, R-22 has been phased
out over the last decade, and since 2010 it has been permissible to use only
reclaimed R-22 in air-conditioning systems.
The new legislation means HVAC equipment already containing
R-22 may continue to be used as before, but, crucially, R-22 can no longer be
topped up or replaced during maintenance or servicing.
Therefore, if your air-conditioning system uses R-22 and
develops a leak then you’ll be faced with having to urgently replace the
equipment. Don’t let this happen to you – consider upgrading to a modern,
efficient system from Gibbons HVAC Services. Wouldn’t it be typical for your
air-conditioning system to fail during the summer and require replacing while
you and your staff wilt in the heat?
We have many years’ experience of fitting HVAC systems across a
broad range of industries, meaning we can provide a smooth, hassle-free
installation designed to fit around your schedule and minimise disruption.
Enquire about a having new, energy-efficient
air-conditioning system installed by contacting Gibbons’ HVAC Services Manager
Andrew Knight on 07850 204915 or email andrew.knight@gibbonsgroup.co.uk.
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