HVAC Know It All Podcast

We speak to Jeff Hunter from Evolved Thermal Energy about the benefits of geothermal space conditioning and the electrification of buildings and homes. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

White-Rodgers recently released their new universal ignition control, the All-Spark. We talk to Austin Cibulka about the control and its benefits. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

We catch up with Tony Furst from Armstrong and talk pump shaft alignment and its importance. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

On this podcast I role solo to talk about the many factors involved when choosing employment in HVAC/R and the skilled trades. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Don Gillis from Emerson joins us to talk internal compressor protection, focusing on scroll compressors. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

We talk to Shawn Hill from NiceJob about reputation marketing and online reviews and how they can help to grow your skilled trades business. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

We talk to Jamie Kitchen from Danfoss. He schools us on superheat. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io.

We talk to Peter Wolff from Armstrong regarding hydronic circulators. We get Peter's take on circulators vs. pumps and circulator applications. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Compressor pre inspection is super important before installation. Checking specs, winding resistance and oil charge are all important things that are overlooked at times. Check out the video https://youtu.be/7D3WBwagT7g. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Building retrofits will gain some traction in the coming years as the demand to go green gets stronger. We talk to Mohit Kant from Armstrong Fluid Technologies regarding hydronic retrofits and where to begin the process. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Let's talk about refrigerant leak checking, how to determine if there is a leak, how to find them and methods to fix them. Check out NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io/HVACKnowItAllPodcast Danfoss valve animation.

On this episode we speak to Darrell Tomie, branch director at the Master Group. We discuss supply house life and deep dive into what it's like having a career behind the counter. master.ca Check out NiceJob https://nicejob.grsm.io/HVACKnowItAllPodcast

I'm on the road on this episode, discussing equipment back up for critical enviroments and why it's important. Check out NiceJob https://nicejob.grsm.io/HVACKnowItAllPodcast Indoor Air Monitoring article https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/670018-indoor-air-monitoring-to-increase-iaq#.YIyLLVNE2DY

We talk to Ben Reed VP of Products at Haven IAQ by Tzoa about whole home indoor air monitoring and how it can help choose the right IAQ solution. Check out NiceJob the their Review Platform here https://nicejob.grsm.io/HVACKnowItAllPodcast

Oil failure controls are misunderstood in my experience and they rarely fail, it's usually an oil failure issue that causes them to trip. Here is the video from the podcast audio https://youtu.be/ntbUk4RLIOg

Paul Schubert from Rapid Locking System joins us to talk about refrigeration press tools and press fittings.

When you build rapport with a customer and consistently educate them on their building and equipment, it will provide you an advantage over the competition.

I speak to Steven Landry from Cannabis Mechanical about his journey through the HVAC/R trade and his experience building vertical grow rooms.

I had an opportunity to get to know Mark and his wife Sonia on this episode. Mark has what's called Thalamic Cavernoma, a brain mass that ruptured from a work accident. The accident lead to a stroke and now Mark is bravely fighting his way back to do what he loves best. HVAC, Refrigeration and Electrical work. Check out this mini split tutorial from the Danfoss Cool YouTube channel http://bit.ly/minisplitsystem)

We talk to Andrei Hari from Armstong about chiller plant optimization.

Great chat with Brandi on her move to an in house hospital HVAC and Refrigeration role. We also talk about her side gig as a part time educator in the evenings.

Walk-in box design is super important for the operation and longevity of the system. On this episode we focus on placement of condensers, condensing units, evaporators and piping practices.

Great conversation with Tony Furst from Armstrong on hydronic commissioning, commissioning agents and final start up.

Trevor graces my presence once again to talk tandem and trio compressors sets and how they work.

I finally catch up with Kevin to talk cooling towers and tower maintenance.

Interesting times await us with the changing regulations to refrigerants. We need to be in the know when it comes to their flammability and safety precautions. Great conversation with Pete and Bryan from Bluon.

On this micro podcast, I discuss blower wheel imbalance and how it can happen. Check out the short YouTube vid as well! https://youtu.be/JjKRnjNCgTg

Jim Adox from Supco tells us about the TradeFox brand, how it started and how it's helping technicians in the field bring their tool invention ideas to market. Email your ideas to [email protected]

We talk to Shane about his experience in ammonia refrigeration over the last 20 years. Shane discusses his new ammonia compliance company and shares some stories of jobs that didn't go so well from a safety standpoint. Plate Heat Exchanger link. https://armstrongfluidtechnology.com/en/products/plate-and-frame-heat-exchangers

Operating air conditioning in colder weather (low ambient) can have its challenges but it's doable if you have the correct knowledge and education to do so. Danfoss Co2 valve welding https://youtu.be/CbBH5rbNsCw

Great story from Marinko on his journey as a plumber into HVAC. Marinko talks about a his burn out and hospitalization and how he recovered, moved to Germany and began working at Trane. Check out the annealing vid https://youtu.be/25TrYGEyQ2Y

Trevor Matthews from Emerson gets back on the podcast to talk three phase and single phase compressor electrics.

This podcast is a public service announcement to give an update on Blue Collar Guru and the HVAC Know It All App.

It is very important to protect control voltage transformers with a fuse or breaker. If there is ever a short in a the low voltage circuit, the fuse or breaker will protect the transfer from becoming defective.

We hooked up with Josh Rees to talk industrial refrigeration and the differences between it and HVAC. We talked about oil loss in screw chillers and flooded evaporators. Here is the article written by Josh https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/593346-industrial-refrigeration---oil-loss-in-screw-compressors#.X-z_yGlyaDY Refrigeration Cycle article and video https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/595767-the-refrigeration-cycle-explained#.X-z_-GlyaDY

The refrigeration cycle is not the most exciting topic in the world and I kinda felt that while talking into the mic. However, the refrigeration cycle is super important to understand and this is my take on the Refrigeration Cycle Explained. Website article https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/595767-the-refrigeration-cycle-explained#.X-JHSGlyaDY Boiling water at room temperature vid https://youtu.be/OMALAeAvKkg

I got the chance to learn about the Parker Sporlan Zoom Lock with Emily and Herb. Since I had never used the tool myself I had many questions. Herb and Emily provided some great educational insight into the Zoom Lock Max and Zoom Lock Push fittings. Check out HVAC articles at www.hvacknowitall.com

A recent service call lead to me to a faulty rapid cycle solenoid valve used in hot gas defrost. The solenoid valve was slightly bypassing causing an elevated evaporator temp. Check out www.hvacknowitall.com for more HVAC/R related articles and tips.

On this episode Trevor Matthews from Emerson and HVAC Tech Matt Waxer hop on with me, we chat about compressor failures and how to prevent them. Check out www.hvacknowitall.com for articles and tips.

On this episode we discuss a high limit switch and spark ignitor that were diagnosed as faulty through a series of troubleshooting steps. Check out this article and video https://youtu.be/gqP2OsF7Gx8 https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/581997-troublshooting-gas-fired-ignition-problems#.X8a7D1NyaDY

In this episode we talk about needed tools to perform a diagnosis, sequence of operation, and the steps to completing a successful HVAC/R service call. Check out this article that outlines the steps in detail. https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/575992-a-general-guide-to-hvac-troubleshooting#.X8FZmVNyaDY

Danielle brings it in this episode, we discuss how to move out of working in your business to working on your business and implementing processes to make it thrive. To receive a free process writing guide from Danielle email her at [email protected] Danfoss Cooling United Live OnDemand https://w.tame.events/e/145364898. Visit hvacknowitall.com for HVAC articles and tips. Supco TradeFox [email protected]

On this episode we talk to Gerry, VP of HVAC Technical Training at Tradewinds Climate Systems Inc. Gerry and I discuss mini split installation from start to finish. Check out the www.hvacknowitall.com for HVAC articles and tips.

On this episode we discuss evacuation on a 75 ton McQuay chiller. Check out the article and videos https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/567966-the-science-of-evacuation-and-on-site-pull-down#.X6ms5mlyaDY Danfoss Cooling United Live on demand. https://w.tame.events/e/145364898

We talk to Jessie about her role as a VP and HVAC project manager. Jessie reveals her day to day experiences in dealing with inspectors, her crew and customers. Check out www.hvacknowitall.com and the HVAC Know It All Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-MsPg9zbyneDX2qurAqoNQ/videos

We talk to Steve and Brandon about their product from Stream Labs that will help prevent flood damage in a home and detect micro water leaks. Save 8% on purchases at trutechtools.com with code knowitall, visit hvacknowitall.com for HVAC related articles and tips.

I had a great chat with Reyna about her career in the HVAC field, we talked about her hospitalization from attic heat exhaustion and her transition into sales.

I take the opportunity to speak with Caleb about money and finances. Using money as a tool rather than chasing it is beneficial to all of us within the skilled trades. Click here to receive Caleb's free book. https://quaxel3.net/v1/t/c/137f1194-879e-038e-e716-2141bf8bc7ae/gm%3Ac422f01a-faa0-41d4-ae6a-d28ca8953fbe/gary%40hvacknowitall.com/?http%3A%2F%2FBetterWealth.com%2FHVAC=

I talk to Dave about how we can be healthier individuals in the trades. It's important when you're young to preserve the body to increase your longevity.

I get a great opportunity to speak with Daniel, a triumphant ambassador for the skilled trades, a thoughtful leader and community advocate that is growing his business the right way!