From Centro Studi Galileo:
Centro Studi Galileo (CSG) has announced an upcoming training program titled “Training on RAC Best Practices, F-Gases, and Flammable Refrigerants,” set to take place from September 16 to 20, 2024, in Bologna, Italy. This event aims to equip participants with the latest knowledge and skills in refrigeration, air conditioning (RAC), and the handling of fluorinated and natural refrigerants.
The training is designed in light of the final F-Gas Assessment on fluorinated greenhouse gases and the REAL Alternatives Assessment on alternative and flammable refrigerants. It will cover a wide range of topics, including:
- Principles of Refrigeration: Fundamental physical quantities, measuring devices, thermometry, and heat transfer.
- Refrigerants and Components Analysis: Detailed study of various refrigerants (R134a, R407c, R410a, R404a, R507, R32, R600a, R290) and their applications.
- Thermodynamics and Diagrams: Understanding refrigerator thermodynamics through pressure-enthalpy diagrams and the use of pressure gauges.
- Key Components: Construction and operation of compressors, evaporators, and condensers.
- Practical Skills: Techniques for vacuum, charge, recovery, and optimization of charge operations, including retrofitting and drop-in procedures.
- Leak and Damage Detection: Identifying fluid and humidity leaks, using sight glasses, and studying plant components like dehydrating filters, solenoid and thermostatic valves, and pressure switches.
The main objectives of the training are to provide a comprehensive understanding of global environmental considerations and the various types and classifications of refrigerants. Participants will also learn about the applications and lubricants of alternative refrigerants and the safe handling, identification, transport, and storage of these substances. The course will cover the use of servicing tools and equipment for both traditional and natural fluids, emphasizing best practices in system servicing, such as leak detection, recovery, vacuum, charge, and parameter reading. Additionally, safety, record keeping, and labeling will be key components of the training to ensure that all participants are fully equipped to manage refrigerants effectively and safely.
For a complete list of tasks and skills to be evaluated, participants can refer to the Official Journal of the European Union, Regulation (EU) No 517/2014 on fluorinated greenhouse gases. More details are available here.
This training presents an excellent opportunity for professionals in the HVAC/R field to advance their skills and knowledge. For more details and registration information, interested parties are encouraged to visit Centro Studi Galileo‘s website or contact them directly.