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In this special episode, we’re showcasing women in HVACR, in celebration of World Refrigeration Day (June 26), with guests Michelle Houle, Chair of Women in HVACR Canada, and Shawna Peddle, a 5th year apprentice, to discuss their journeys, experiences and the unique strengths women bring to the HVAC and refrigeration industries. We also talk about the evolution of gender diversity in the industry, advice for aspiring female technicians, and how to attract more women to the trades.

In this episode, we discuss:

-World Refrigeration Day

-Celebrating the HVACR industry

-Women in HVACR

-Networking and mentorship

-Inspiring women in the trades

-Challenges and changes in gender diversity

-Encouraging the next generation or female tradespeople

-Unique strengths women bring to HVACR

-Advice for aspiring female refrigeration technicians

Helpful links & resources:

Episode 320. Celebrating World Refrigeration Day

Women in HVACR Canada

World Refrigeration Day

Michelle Houle on LinkedIn

Shawna Peddle on LinkedIn

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into compressor troubleshooting with Horace Park and Andy Schoenberger from CMP Corporation. We cover key topics like remanufacturing vs rebuilding compressors, understanding superheat, and common causes of compressor failure. We also share tons of advice for refrigeration technicians on preventive maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and the importance of proper startup procedures.

In this episode, we discuss:

-Compressor remanufacturing vs. rebuilding

-About cmp corporation

-Common technical support issues in compressors

-Importance of superheat in compressor performance

-Evacuation and moisture management in compressor systems

-Diagnosing compressor failures: liquid slugging and vibration issues

-Electrical troubleshooting

-Importance of proper connections

-Mechanical vs electrical failures

-Part-winding start systems

-Scroll compressors and phase issues

-Compressor overheating causes

-Creating a compressor startup checklist

-Oil analysis and maintenance

-Resources and training opportunities

Helpful links & resources:

Episode 295. A Compressor Story: The Key to Faster Troubleshooting

Episode 255. Compressor Troubleshooting: Demand Cooling and Refrigerant Injection

Episode 133. Your Compressor Success Guide

https://www.cmpcorp.com/

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In this special episode of the Refrigeration Mentor podcast, we celebrate World Refrigeration Day (June 26) with industry experts John Schwarzer, Noah Walker, Aidan Lucey, and Andrew Freeburg. The conversation dives deep into their personal career journeys, passion, skills, and practical advice for new technicians from these longtime refrigeration professionals. We also cover challenges and opportunities in the field, the transition to environmentally friendly technologies, and the critical role refrigeration professionals play in everyday life.

In this episode, we discuss:

-Celebrating the refrigeration industry and its impact

-Getting started in refrigeration

-Challenges and rewards in the refrigeration field

-Why refrigeration is a great career choice

-Investing in personal development

-Tips for new technicians

-Common mistakes and how to avoid them

-Importance of communication and teamwork

-The future of refrigeration

Helpful Links & Resources:

Episode 301. Lessons From a Long Career in Refrigeration with John Shartzer

Episode 250. Service Call Stories and Troubleshooting Tips with Andrew Freeburg

Episode 237. Tips for New Technicians Getting Into Supermarket Refrigeration with Aidan Lucey

https://worldrefrigerationday.org/

John Shartzer on LinkedIn

John on Instagram

Andrew Freeburg on LinkedIn

Aidan Lucey on LinkedIn