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RAC equipment use up/refrigerant leaks down |
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New industry report released on the state of the refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) industry in Australia. Cold Hard Facts 3 was commissioned by the Department of the Environment and Energy to provide the Australian Government with better information for policy making, and industry with better information for business decision making. |
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Stability for industry: ARC to continue supporting industry through permit scheme |
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The ARC has been re-awarded the contract for administration of the refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) permit scheme, for up to nine years. The ARC has administered the scheme successfully – in partnership with industry and government – since its inception in 2005. |
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Quick Facts - HFC gas and HFC equipment |
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In 2016 a global phase-down of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) production and imports was agreed under the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. Australia’s phase-down of imports of HFCs is underway, with importers required to hold quota for all imports of bulk HFCs from 1 January 2018. Phasing down imports of these potent greenhouse gases will lead to reduced emissions and contribute to meeting Australia’s greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. |
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Helping you attract customers this summer – ARC summer advertising |
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This summer, ARC will be delivering an online marketing campaign targeted at people looking to buy, install, service, repair and dispose of air conditioners (domestic and auto), refrigerators and freezers. The main goal of the campaign will be to connect potential customers to authorised businesses and licensed technicians through the consumer website www.lookforthetick.com.au. In addition, the campaign aims to educate consumers on the benefits of using appropriately licensed technicians and the damaging effects of HFC, HCFC and CFC refrigerants on the environment. |
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Access Canberra Safety Alert 065 – Gas Explosion |
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The ACT Work Safety Commissioner has issued this safety alert as a timely reminder to everyone regarding the storage and transportation of gas cylinders. A tragic death occurred outside a south-side Canberra school late on 2 August 2018 following a gas explosion sourced from a work vehicle. Preliminary investigations indicate that an acetylene gas bottle leaked into a compartment at the back of a work ute and an ignition source has caused an explosion tragically killing the driver who was standing next to the vehicle. |
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New residential air conditioning standards released |
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In December, a new residential air conditioning standard for residential heating and cooling systems was released – AS/NZS 5141:2018. This standard specifies requirements for the design, selection, installation and commissioning of climate control systems to maximise operating energy efficiency within Class 1 residential buildings. | |||
MORE NEWS |
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Technician safety comes first with R32 training endorsement » read more
Annual indexation to application fees for RAC industry permits » read more
Compliance infringement notices » read more
New RAC industry advisory body » read more
VIC plumbing regulations now align with RAC permit scheme » read more
The future of refrigeration may be smaller than you think » read more
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