What’s On The Horizon For The Mobile A/C Industry?
A key program of interest during the 2015 MACS Training Event and Trade Show will be a luncheon presentation on Saturday, Feb. 7 with MACS technical adviser Ward Atkinson, who will explore the potential impact of multiple refrigerants and new regulations on the mobile A/C vehicle manufacturer and service industry, and ask the question, “Will history repeat itself?”
EPA To Propose Eliminating Use Of 134a In Vehicles, Consumer Products
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced that it will soon issue a proposed rule that would eliminate the use of 134a as a refrigerant in new motor vehicles and as an aerosol in many consumer products.
Relax – R1234yf Is Not The End Of The World
I recently attended the Mobile Air Conditioning Society’s 2014 Training Event and Trade Show in New Orleans. The main topic of discussion was R1234yf, or “twelve-thirty-four” in A/C lingo. There has been a lot of hype about the changeover to this refrigerant. Don’t panic. The reality is that it is not the “air conditioning apocalypse” some are predicting.
Executive Q&A: Max Dull, MAHLE Tool & Equipment Division
Max Dull joined MAHLE Clevite, Inc. in 2013 and serves as the general manager of the company’s newly formed division to address the tool and equipment industry. Through its RTI brand, the division develops and distributes automotive maintenance equipment including air conditioning service, fluid exchange and nitrogen tire inflation systems into the repair shop equipment sector of the automotive aftermarket.
MAHLE RTI Planning ‘Strong Presence’ At The 2014 MACS Trade Show
Showcasing its latest offerings for A/C professionals, MAHLE RTI has announced it will exhibit at the MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) 2014 Training Event and Trade Show, Jan. 16-18 at the Sheraton Hotel in New Orleans.
MACS Announces 2014 MACS Mobile A/C Update Clinic Topics
Working technicians will be educated on a variety of important service and repair topics when they sign up to attend a 2014 MACS Mobile A/C Update clinic.
A/C Update: The Case Against HFO-1234yf ‘Heats Up’
Volkswagen head Ferdinand Piech has now ended the silence that had fallen on the automotive industry following Daimler’s announcement of its plans to withdraw from using HFO-1234yf in future vehicles.
Bill’s Quality Auto Care Lives Up To Its Name And Keeps Customers Coming Back For 19 Years
Bill’s Quality Auto Care Owner Bill Garcia was “green” before green was even popular. When he opened his shop in Simi Valley, CA, 19 years ago, it was a given that he would promote best practices such as recycling waste oil and metals. And he and his staff are always working to make the shop as energy efficient as possible.
MACS Announces Fall Mobile A/C Boot Camp
The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide has announced the dates for its fall Mobile A/C Boot Camp. The two-day boot camp is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29 at the MACS Worldwide training facility in Lansdale, PA (suburban Philadelphia).
Ban On R-134a Consumer Sale In Wisconsin Ends
Parts stores in Wisconsin will be able to begin selling refrigerant for motor vehicles in less-than-15-pound containers, thanks to AAIA-supported legislation that was signed by the governor on April 2.