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, we're diving into electronic case controllers and valves. I share practical tips on accessing and interpreting manuals, setting up controllers, and troubleshooting common issues. We also cover control points, sensor calibration...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, I'm sharing 5 tips that will help you get you to the the next level of your refrigeration career. These extend beyond the technical skills and into personal development, including building le...

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 a 10-point preventative maintenance checklist for supermarket refrigeration systems. Having a comprehensive maintenance checklist is so important and will greatly speed up your efficiency on service calls. This list...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we digging into the importance of ongoing training and education in the refrigeration industry, particularly as the season transitions to fall. From basic supermarket training programs to advanced concepts, there's so much valu...

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 7 essential service and maintenance tips for transcritical CO2 refrigeration systems. These tips will help refrigeration technicians build confidence and capability in handling CO2 systems. They include building a ba...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we take an in-depth look at compressor electrical failures. We'll break down common issues such as burnt motor windings, short to ground, oil contamination, single phasing, and more. We'll also cover the importance of thorough d...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this conversation, we're going over oil troubleshooting in refrigeration systems. This episode covers common issues like dirty systems, plugged filters, and improper system designs that can lead to oil failures. We'll also talk about pressur...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we go deep into detail about understanding the ins and outs of compressors. We cover everything from components, to common mistakes refrigeration technicians make when it comes to compressors, to practical tips for troubleshooti...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This conversation is about how to level up your customer service skills. These softer skills are rarely taught out in the field or in school, but they are critical to a successful and enjoyable career in refrigeration. This episode includes prac...

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 going over electrical troubleshooting - one of the more common challenges refrigeration technicians face in the field. We cover understanding controls and electrical systems, creating and using wiring diagrams and having a...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we uncover the ins and outs of TX valves, including installation, sizing, settings, and troubleshooting. Joining us is Jamie Kitchen from Danfoss, who shares his vast knowledge on TX valves and the importance of proper setup to...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this conversation, we sit down with Dylan Mackenzie of Kerr Controls to talk about his intriguing refrigeration journey - from mechanical interests in high school to a varied academic path, before getting into HVAC and refrigeration. Dylan sh...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we dive into the emergence of AI in refrigeration training and troubleshooting. We cover how AI can streamline learning and problem-solving in the field, leveraging AI for quick access to information, proper usage of prompts, an...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode, we cover the basics electrical troubleshooting for refrigeration systems. We explain how to read electrical wiring diagrams, how to use meters to diagnose issues and give a step-by-step process to assess power and ensure system...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses 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, expe...

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 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 co...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses 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 car...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This episode is the third in our CO2 Design Fundamentals series and is about how to avoid costly mistakes. We're joined by Chris Griffiths, UK Technical Manager for Omega Solutions, who covers critical areas such as proper pipe sizing, correct m...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This is Part 2 of a CO2 Design Fundamentals series, this one delving into high pressure valves (HPV) with Chris Griffiths, UK Technical Manager for Omega Solutions. HPV's are crucial for supermarket commercial refrigeration design. This session...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This is the first in a  CO2 Design Fundamentals series, starting off with a deep dive on technical piping design with Chris Griffiths, UK Technical Manager for Omega Solutions. We cover proper pipe sizing and design tips to avoid common pitfalls...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This conversation is on effective strategies to better balance on-call duties with personal life, with Aidan Lucey, Refrigeration Mechanic at RAC Services/The Arcticom Group. Aidan shares some great tips for  scheduling, family support, and stre...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at  www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses This conversation is a deep dive into RDM controllers with Kevin Mullis, Head of Product Engineering at Clade Engineering Systems. We discuss key considerations for setting up and commissioning these controllers, including probe placement, tran...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this conversation, we're taking a behind-the-scenes look at tech support with Andrew Merritts from Pro Chiller. Andrew shares some awesome tips for technicians based on common tech support calls he receives on everything from checking glycol...

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 the busy summer season for refrigeration technicians and the vital importance of properly training and preparing. The heat increases demand on refrigeration systems, leading to an uptick in service calls and...

Join the Refrigeration Mentor Hub here Learn more about Refrigeration Mentor Customized Technical Training Programs at www.refrigerationmentor.com/courses In this episode of CO2 Experts, we're shifting from advanced technical concepts back to the foundational principles of CO2 refrigeration by diving into basic keywords and terminologies. We cover entropy diagrams, saturated lines, subcooling, and...