Two new refrigerants that are friendlier to the environment
Recently named Refrigeration Innovation of the Year at the 2022 Cooling Industry Awards, Klea 473A offers a +85% global warming potential (GWP) reduction to existing products on the market, the company says. It is designed as a non-flammable refrigerant to achieve high performance in ultra-low temperature cooling applications, such as high-value cold chain, vaccine storage, climate test chambers, transportation and other medical uses. Klea 456A is said to be a cost-effective, drop-in alternative to 134a that is helping the automotive aftermarket sector meet demand and maintain competitive pricing. With a 50% reduction in GWP, this company can supply the market with twice as much product under the same regulations, stabilizing price and availability for shops and dealerships. — Orbia Fluorinated Solutions (Koura), Boston, Mass.