System Testing

Our laboratory includes several environmental chambers for the purposes of testing individual components, novel technologies and full HVAC&R systems. Testing is conducted for a variety of purposes to accommodate differing research and development needs. Past work has included testing air conditioners, heat pumps, mini-split systems, packaged roof top units, refrigeration equipment, water heaters, automotive air conditioners and heat pumps, and other small appliances. We can test units using A1, A2L and A3 refrigerants. Reach out today with your testing request.

  • System Performance

    Testing across a wide range of conditions, including those per established standards, to determine system capacity and efficiency.

  • Refrigerant Analysis and Selection

    Evaluating the impact of a refrigerant replacement or refrigerant additive, such as an odorant to support detection of refrigerant leaks.

  • Fault Detection

    Testing simulated faults to gather data on system response when approaching or experiencing component or total failure.

 

Capabilities

Summary of Capabilities

Representative Projects

The Incorporation of Odorants in Refrigerants to Improve Leak Detection: Experimental Findings. ASHRAE Report for RP – 1884

Opportunities for Improved Refrigerant Recovery: Experimental and Analytical Findings

Odorant Integration for Enhanced Refrigerant Safety