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General Duty Clause Requirements

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Source Article: Condenser by IIAR (Fall 2024) https://iiarcondenser.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/40354-IIAR-Condenser3_compressed.pdf General Duty Clause Requirements Identify Hazards Using Appropriate Hazard Assessment Techniques The United States EPA National Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Program implemented several national compliance initiatives (NCIs) effective for FY2020-2023. One of these NCIs is titled “Reducing Risks of Accidental Releases at Industrial and Chemical Facilities .”IIAR […]

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EPA Issues Final Rule with Risk Management Program Changes

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Author: Jarod Hansen Source Article: Condenser by IIAR, Lowell Randell (IIAR Government Relations Director) https://iiarcondenser.org/epa-issues-final-rule-with-risk-management-program-changes/ EPA Issues Final Rule with Risk Management Program Changes On March 11th, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published the Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Final Rule that makes changes to the agency’s Risk Management Program (RMP). The move is

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Filling Levels of Pressure Vessels by Volume for Refrigerants

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Author: Jarod Hansen Source Article: Condenser by IIAR 06_Condenser_NOV23_LOW_updated_compressed.pdf (iiarcondenser.org) Filling Levels of Pressure Vessels by Volume for Refrigerants In the ammonia refrigeration industry, maintaining the proper filling levels of pressure vessels is essential for safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Appropriately filled vessels ensure that ammonia refrigeration systems operate optimally, reducing energy consumption and preventing

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Adiabatic Coolers

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Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration has replaced many evaporative condensers over the years.  Most of the time they are replaced with direct replacements because the existing steel structure is available.  In some instances, the steel structures need to be replaced due to corrosion.  CSR has also observed condensers that have needed to be replaced prematurely because

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Is an Ammonia Refrigeration Evaporative Condenser a Permit- Required Confined Space (PRCS)?

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Source Article: Condenser by IIAR By Bryan Haywood Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration (CSR) has been asked this question many times in the past and we have found that many people have their own interpretations.  In larger systems we have stressed people to follow their PSM guidance. This article will explore the questions so many have

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Propane… Possible Commercial Refrigerant?

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Source Article: https://www.contractingbusiness.com/refrigeration/propane-makes-comeback In a time when refrigerants are being closely evaluated for their environmental impacts, propane (R-290) is emerging as an increasingly viable alternative. With a global warming potential (GWP) of 3 and an ozone depletion potential (ODP) of 0, R-290 poses virtually no threat to the environment. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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