Zack Psioda

HVAC Shop Talk

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HVAC Shop Talk podcast is the creation of Zack Psioda. Zack is a 20+ year HVAC service veteran. This show will include shows about his small business, HVAC training, job site stories and so much more!

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Zack Psioda

Episodes

NATE Practice Test #2 | Andrew Greaves (AK HVAC) Talks VRV/VRF Start Up 08.05.2018 40:48

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Zack takes a NATE practice test and does......OK. Also, Zack sits down with Andrew Greaves and talks VRV/VRF start up procedures.

HVAC Field Perspective on Spray Foam, ERV, and a New Goodman System | Cautionary Tale 04.05.2018 35:20

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk I discuss going back into the field to work on a high efficiency home installation. My brother, Terry, and I are installing a complete Goodman split system with ERV into a spray foamed home. I discuss the ERV, Goodman, the wacky world of spray foam and more. At the end of the podcast I tell a sad story that I hope helps our brothers and sisters in the field.

Tom Powell |Daikin VRV Troubleshooting 01.05.2018 39:57

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Zack talks to commercial HVAC/R technician Tom Powell. Tom works for the school system and deals with a number of Daikin VRV 3 & 4 systems. Tom shares some of his troubleshooting tips and experiences concerning these systems. Also, Jim Knapp from Coolfront drops in to explain more about what Coolfront Technologies has to offer HVAC/R contractors.

Superheat, Subcooling, and Basic HVAC/R Refrigerant Charging 27.04.2018 37:18

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Zack talks HVAC/R superheat, subcooling and charging. Zack talks about spotting some charging and system issues.

Useless HVAC Tools 20.04.2018 43:26

In this episode of the HVAC Shop talk podcast, Ralph and Zack talk about HVAC Tools. In particular, they discuss tools that have passed their prime, never had a prime or plain don't do the job.

Joe Shearer | Bosch Inverter Heat Pump WAR!! 17.04.2018 52:52

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk the guys discuss what the Bosch inverter heat pump can and can't do with Joe Shearer. The boys don't hold back as they battle it out to find out if the Bosch is just a "fancy single stage unit" or a full variable speed system.

Digital Multimeters | Features and Functions 13.04.2018 53:19

IN this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Zack and Ralph discuss DMM features and functions. Our buddy Andrew Greaves (AK HVAC) drops in to help us with one function we don't understand.

Matt McKinney | R22 Retrofits 2 | Charging, Refrigeration Applications, and Service Practices 10.04.2018 48:53

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Zack and Ralph continue their conversation with Matt McKinney. The boys discuss R22 retrofit charging, retrofitting coolers and freezers, and service practices.

Matt McKinney | R22 Retrofit Refrigerants 1 | Myths, Guidelines and Oil Return 06.04.2018 51:55

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Ralph and Zack talk to Matt McKinney from ICOR International. This podcast is the first in a series about R22 retrofit refrigerants and processes.

25 Years in HVAC |1993-2018 03.04.2018 40:36

In this episode of HVAC Shop talk Zack and Ralph reflect on HVAC industry changes that have occurred over the last 25 years.

Andrew Greaves | Tools, Apprentices and the Great Glass Air Conditioner 30.03.2018 46:44

Andrew Greaves (AK HVAC) drops in to talk about apprentices, social media, tools, and the great glass air conditioner.

HVAC Conflict & Resolution | The Break-in & the DSG 27.03.2018 31:57

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Ralph and Zack talk about conflicts in the HVAC world. This episode focuses on man vs. man and man vs. himself struggles. Zack also talks about the office break-in that could of been and Ralph discusses the elite DSG.

Robert Stringham | Huge R-Log App Update! 23.03.2018 40:42

Robert Stringham drops by HVAC Shop Talk to talk with Zack and Ralph about the huge app update for R-Log. Zack and Ralph also discuss bookkeeping apps.

HVAC | The Unskilled Trade? 20.03.2018 40:12

In this episode of HVAC Shop talk, Ralph and Zack discuss advancements in the HVAC trade. The focus of these discussions will be to ascertain if the HVAC trade is going to continue being a skilled trade.

Joe Shearer | New HVAC Business & Bosch Inverter Debate 16.03.2018 55:03

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Zack and Ralph talk with HVAC business owner Joe Shearer. Joe discusses his new business and why he thinks the Bosch inverter is just a "Fancy single stage unit".

The Hack-or-Not Challenge | 1 13.03.2018 42:00

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Ralph and Zack discuss trade practices that hover on the line between innovative and incompetent.

HVAC Relays | 1 09.03.2018 44:54

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Ralph and Zack talk about the various relays they stocked during their service careers. The guys also talk about out of the box problems they solved by utilizing common relays.

EPA 608 Practice Test | Kannon Casey Interview 06.03.2018 52:00

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Ralph and Zack take a practice EPA 608 core test. In part 2 of the podcast Kannon Casey drops buy to talk trade school, Instagram and more. HST Facebook Group HST Facebook Page HST YouTube Channel Support HST on Patreon Buy HST Gear

Doing "Manual" Labor | Simple Training for HVAC/R Techs 02.03.2018 37:47

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Ralph and Zack discuss the benefits of reading an installation manual. It does more than you think!

Bluon TdX 20 | The Best R22 Replacement on the Market? 27.02.2018 55:40

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Zack and Ralph talk to Jed Kennedy and Doug Reinke from Bluon Energy. Jed and Doug talk about TdX 20, an R22 replacement that they claim is also an upgrade to the original refrigerant. HVAC Shop Talk on YouTube HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Group HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Page Support us on Patreon!

HST Podcast Free For All | 2 24.02.2018 40:28

The guys talk a wide array of subjects from inspections to Extech and false rumors to new logos.

HVAC Vacuum Discussion & Update with Jason Obrzut 20.02.2018 48:16

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Zack and Ralph discuss the do's and don'ts of HVAC evacuation. Jason Obrzut joins them in the second half of the show to update the listeners about iManifold and R-Log. HVAC Shop Talk SWAG Store HVAC Shop Talk on YouTube HVAC Shop talk Facebook Page HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Group Support the Podcast on Patreon

Simplified HVAC Troubleshooting & Bonus Interview w/ Johnny Hall from "Let's Be Techs" 16.02.2018 43:35

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk, Zack and Ralph discuss HVAC troubleshooting with a minimum number of tools. The guys decide what is REALLY needed to make common HVAC repairs. The guys also do a brief interview with Johnny Hall from the Let's Be Techs YouTube channel. HVAC Shop Talk SWAG Store HVAC Shop Talk YouTube HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Page HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Group Support HVAC Shop Tal...

Matthew McKinney | ICOR |R290 Refrigerant (Propane) 13.02.2018 49:54

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Zack and Ralph talk to Matt McKinney from ICOR International. Matt discusses R290 (propane) refrigerant. HVAC Shop Talk SWAG Store HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Page HVAC Shop Talk Facebook Group HVAC Shop Talk on YouTube

The Worst Experiences in our HVAC Careers 09.02.2018 40:48

In this episode of HVAC Shop Talk Zack and Ralph talk about some of their worst HVAC experiences. Ralph also discloses where he works.