R-454B Shortage
The HVACR industry is working diligently to address the nationwide refrigerant shortage as we transition to A2L refrigerants. This space serves as a centralized resource for the latest updates, insights, and guidance on the ongoing R-454B refrigerant shortage. As we navigate the phasedown of HFCs and the transition to A2L refrigerants together, we are closely monitoring industry actions to mitigate market impacts. Check back here for news, expert analysis, and actionable intel to help you stay informed and prepared.
The HVACR Industry Taking Action
What they're doing:
Trane and American Standard will temporarily increase the factory pre-charge of R-454B refrigerant in all vertical-discharge split air conditioner and heat pump models.
How it helps:
Decreases the amount of R-454B needed to complete an installation of systems, which allows cylinders to last longer across more installations.
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What they're doing:
Carrier will increase the amount of R-454B refrigerant pre-charged in residential ducted splits across its brands. Additionally, Carrier is partnering with refrigerant packagers to increase the supply of R-454B available in cylinders for technicians to use to install systems.
How it helps:
Decreases the amount of R-454B needed to complete an installation of systems, which allows cylinders to last longer across more installations. Increases the supply of R-454B in cylinders in the market.
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What they're doing:
Increasing the fill line capacity of R-454B packaging to cylinders used by technicians for installations. Increased product production capacity by 40%.
How it helps:
Speeds up the availability of large quantities of filled cylinders to enter the market.
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What they're doing:
Arkema will offer additional low-GWP blends including R-454B under their Forane brand name. Arkema has entered into a commercial agreement with Honeywell to offer these products.
How it helps:
Increasing the available suppliers of R-454B will help to bring the product to market.
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What they're doing:
Worthington Enterprises increased production of A2L cylinders to meet increased demand. Current orders are being delivered within the expected timelines promised at the time of order.
How it helps:
Increases availability of cylinders to fill with R-454B
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HARDI members, are you doing something to assist with the R-454B shortage?
(Trainings, innovative industry collaboration, etc.)
Contact hardimail@hardinet.org so we can add you and inspire others in our industry to take action.
