#coffeetalk - Exploring Canada’s A2L Refrigerant Transition

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With the transition from R410 to A2L refrigerants effective January 1, 2025 in the US, Canadian buyers who purchase equipment from the US face uncertainty due to growing concerns around the mild flammability of A2Ls. Join Ryan Faulkner (Master Applied Business Solutions) as we discuss and explore the implications of these changes to the HVACR industry in Canada.

• Discussing the difference in the A2L refrigerants from existing refrigerants
• Timelines of implementation on different equipment sectors
• Addressing the flammability concerns of A2Ls
• A2Ls and the BC Building Code (CSA B52)
• Suspected 2030 changes

Ryan Faulkner — Outside Commercial Sales, Master Business Solutions

Ryan began his career in the mechanical contracting industry 20 years ago as a distributor and Territory manager with Refrigerative Supply, spending several years on inside sales in the residential space. Now as a Representative in Commercial Outside Sales at The Master Group, Ryan works in Master’s newly-opened Business Solutions division, working with engineers and developers on projects across the full HVAC/R field including chillers, rooftops, fan coils, semi-custom and custom air handlers, design build, and more. Ryan is passionate about the HVAC & Refrigeration industry and is an advocate for education and training opportunities for technicians.

This #coffeetalk is sponsored by The Master Group