The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, I'm sharing ways you can bring more value to your customers, and in turn, the breakthroughs that come back in the form of new skills, job opportunities, pay raises etc. It starts with investing in professional growth and leverag...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is about the importance of curiosity when your out on service calls to help in troubleshooting. Curiousity is a trait that will open doors to dig deeper, leverage resources, inspect things more thoroughly and get to know the comple...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is is on oil management for CO2 refrigeration systems, another of our "Morning Coffee" sessions with longtime refrigeration professionals Andrew Freeburg and Erik Holland.  We cover the intricacies of oil separators, the role of vel...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is another of our "Morning Coffee" sessions with longtime refrigeration professionals Andrew Freeburg and Erik Holland, diving deep into trend graphs and CO2 refrigeration system troubleshooting. We cover understanding and reading t...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode,we're talking about how to build your professional network in the refrigeration industry - connecting with the people, community and mentors you need to know to learn and move up faster. It's not something typically taught in th...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we explain PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) controllers used in refrigeration systems. This will give refrigeration technicians a pragmatic understanding of PID tuning, plus a procedural checklist before making any adjustm...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're giving you an inside look at the Refrigeration Mentor Playbook - the methodology we use to train and elevate technicians, contractors and the refrigeration industry. The goal is to inspire fellow refrigeration professional...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're talking about blending personal and technical development, focusing on how AI can be effectively used for troubleshooting and learning. It takes an investment of both time and money into personal growth - setting career go...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're diving deep into TX (Thermal Expansion) valves.  We got a lot of more electronic valves coming, stepper valves, pulse valves etc. out there, and getting a good understanding of the different kinds TX valves and how they wo...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is from one of our regular Refrigeration Mentor Community meetups with fellow technicians. We discuss a range of topics like E3 training controllers, compressor issues, inspection cylinders, and the use of AI in troubleshooting. We...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're talking with Frank Croak, EMS Manager at Climate Pros, about the shift from mechanical to electronic refrigeration controls. Frank offers valuable advice for technicians on both the technical side and why keeping up with t...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're digging into some tips and tricks for supermarket refrigeration with Rob Ochs, longtime refrigeration industry veteran. We'll delve into understanding and optimizing superheat, troubleshooting common issues, and the import...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're talking about developing a "refrigeration mindset" for truly advancing your career. This was the topic of a recent keynote I delivered at a recent Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) event, which hig...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're talking about key tips and strategies that are guaranteed to make you a better refrigeration professional. These include blending the hard skills of the day-to-day job, along with the softer skills that will help you meet...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're diving into CO2 refrigeration controls with Paul Shannon, Director of Controls for Loblaw Energy. Paul shares practical tips for navigating case controllers, as well as oil management, understanding high-pressure and flash...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This is part two of a two-part conversation on CO2 gas coolers with Greg Martel and Al Rivera of BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company). In this episode, we share practical tips on handling common issues like pump failures, overflow problems, and volta...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This is part one of a two-part conversation on CO2 gas coolers with Greg Martel and Al Rivera of BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company). We cover many setup and troubleshooting techniques, including detailed information on critical sensors, float switc...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is the final in our 4-part "Basics of CO2 Controls" series with Kevin Mullis, Head of Product Engineering at Clade Engineering Systems (links to parts 1-3 below). In this one, we cover service calls and troubleshooting for CO2 rack...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This is the third in a 4-part "Basics of CO2 Controls" series with Kevin Mullis, Head of Product Engineering at Clade Engineering Systems, this one focusing specifically on Programming with CAREL. We'll discuss the similarities between different...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is a casual coffee session with longtime technician, Andrew Freeburg, sharing stories and lessons learned from past service calls. We discuss a number of topics, including troubleshooting oil pressure issues in refrigeration system...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this second part of our Basics of CO2 Controls training series, we're diving into programming RDM controllers and staging compressors. This episode focuses on understanding inputs and outputs, programming controllers and mastering the fundam...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is the first of a four-part CO2 series, starting off with a dive into the basics of CO2 controls with Kevin Mullis, Head of Product Engineering at Clade Engineering Systems. This is about returning to fundamentals, even for seasone...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we're joined by longtime refrigeration professionals Andrew Freeburg and Erik Holland for a casual "Morning Coffee" covering both technical topics and personal development in the refrigeration industry. We dive into tips and fi...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, I'm joined by regular guest Andrew Freeburg for a casual coffee talk focusing on professional development for refrigeration technicians. Andrew shares his experience and the importance of investing in oneself through learning op...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode kicks off another series of "Morning Coffees" featuring conversations with refrigeration technicians sharing stories and lessons learned from the field. These chats are aimed at helping fellow refrigeration technicians grow in their...