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Join Jamie Kitchen as he explores the latest trends from Chillventa, the top exhibition for refrigeration technology. This year's topic on the Danfoss booth at Chillventa was “Shift your perspective on the cold chain,” showcasing how solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability from farm to table. Jamie speaks with Danfoss expert Anatoly on the highlights of food processing and cold storage, and Gabriele de Bona on supermarket innovations. Special guest Trevor Matthews, the Refrigeration Mentor, also shares insights from his visit to the Danfoss booth.
"Stay tuned for the next part of Jamie Kitchen's Chillventa journey! Jamie continues his deep dive into the latest trends with Danfoss experts Jörg, Matthieu, and Julien. They discuss innovations in cold rooms, commercial heat pumps, chillers, and digital services in refrigeration technology. Coming soon!"
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Jamie Kitchen and his guests explore the essential role of the cold chain in preserving and transporting food from farm to table. They discuss the refrigeration technology behind it, its global impact on reducing food waste, and challenges in different regions. Using examples like milk, fruits, and vegetables, they explain the importance of precise temperature and humidity control for maintaining food quality.
The episode also highlights the importance of technicians in keeping the cold chain running, ensuring fresh food distribution worldwide.
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Join host Jamie Kitchen and guests John Broughton and Jörg Saar as they dive into the world of heat pumps. Explore the basics, technological advancements, different types, and practical applications of heat pumps in the US and EU.
Learn about installation best practices and the latest market trends in this informative and engaging discussion.
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Join Jamie Kitchen, John Broughton and Jörg Saar as they explore practical steps to achieve energy savings in commercial refrigeration through decarbonization. This episode covers the benefits of using Thermostatic Expansion Valves (TXVs) over capillary tubes, the advantages of Electronic Expansion Valves (EEVs), optimal superheat adjustment, and essential maintenance tips for improving system efficiency. Learn how proper system design, installation, and upkeep can significantly reduce energy consumption and enhance the longevity of refrigeration equipment.
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In this episode, our new host Jamie Kitchen is joined by Gary McCreadie from HVAC Know It All, to look at how to avoid the dreaded call backs that occur under warranty. Call backs waste time and money and can take a serious toll on your reputation. So, how can you avoid them? The good news is the answers to that question are relatively easy to implement, don’t require a lot of time and aren’t exactly rocket science. The secret is in the planning. Tune in for a great discussion that will cover the what, why and how of avoiding call backs, and where we’ll share some hard lessons we’ve learned along the way.
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The crew is here to share their personal and professional opinions about residential heating, air quality, the future of HVAC, and what it meant to them from a young age.
👋 Not to be missed, we’re also saying farewell.
After 46 years at Danfoss, the team takes a moment to wish Jens a happy retirement and talk about an all-new podcast coming from Danfoss. Join us for this final episode of Chilling with Jens.
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We’re recording this episode from Nordborg, Denmark, where Jens stopped by Danfoss' Application Development Center.
He is there to explore the latest advanced technologies, like dual refrigeration systems, solar panels, and integration between electrical grid and district heating systems.
What will you learn? This episode is all about energy recovery, efficiency, smarter cooling and heating, and staying ahead of the curve.
Tune in now.
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Energy efficiency is a game that must be won at every step of the journey, from choosing the right equipment to customers’ daily use.
Together with experts John and Jörg, Jens is finding where energy efficiency is gained and lost at every step, from equipment choice to refrigerant selection, condenser and evaporator considerations, user operation, and more.
If you want customers to get the most from their systems, this episode is a must-listen.
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Next in our two-part commissioning series, is there a job for you to do when modern electronic controllers like Danfoss’ Optima Plus range come with advanced settings?
Yes. Find out why manual input is crucial for electric controllers, and how to get it right based on your specific application.
We’ll also take you through the system checks you should be doing during commissioning, from verifying operational temperatures and cycling, to checking oil levels in compressors.
Press play, join the conversation, and be sure to follow us for the latest Chilling with Jens episodes.
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In this episode, we're looking at commissioning and the critical role of refrigerant charging. Jens and the team lay out strategies to master the process so that you and your system operate flawlessly.
You’ll hear about:
The dangers of overcharging and how to avoid them.The importance of understanding your system's needs — because one size does not fit all in refrigerant charging.And a lot more.Press play, join the conversation, and pay attention to minute 16, where we reveal our simple tip for calculating the charge!
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Part of staying ahead is knowing what’s coming, especially when it comes to regulation.
That's why we re-recorded this special episode of #ChillingwithJens, to bring you updates from the EU's significant changes to F-Gas regulation. You'll learn about:
Detailed changes to the refrigerant quota.Why applications using high GWP may sell out soon.Strategies for transitioning to a low GWP reality.Hit play, then join the conversation by sharing your reflections on Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram. What surprised you about the new changes?
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If every component matters, you need to choose right every time. In this episode, Jens and the crew share their step-by-step guide for selecting components and other tips.
Key among them,
Do not start with the pipe size when choosing a valve.And do know what you’re cooling — even food packaging can make a difference.Press play and tag us on social media to share your favorite show moment. (Ours was... the part about carrots.)
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CO2 is the way forward, but it’s not always the answer. And there’s a lot to know.
By popular demand, the Chilling with Jens podcast team gathered their views on everything from the danger of retrofitting refrigerants to the misunderstood debate around CO2 greenhouse gases.
Keep up and find out what you need to know in this changing landscape.
Press play.
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Tune into the grand finale of "Le Tour de Cooling" as Jens and the crew explore the bright future and growing demands of cooling.
Our hosts are asking. "Do you really need to be experts in every component? Or is system-level understanding enough?" What are the pitfalls and how can we all succeed in the long term?
This is one episode you don't want to miss! Press play and let’s chill!
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In this new Chilling with Jens episode, we're exploring the world of refrigerants – its history, function, and why it matters for your practice and our planet.
We debunk common misconceptions and spotlight important, often overlooked details, like selecting the right oil for your refrigerant.
Stay informed and ahead of the game. Press play now for the latest expert insights! Listen now!
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In this Chilling with Jens episode, the team is here with practical details for selecting, placing, and commissioning the condensing unit.
If we've learned one thing, it’s to challenge the common misplacement of these units. If you’re hunting the unit down like you’re on a safari, then there are bigger issues to consider.
Press play and tune in for the latest expert advice now.
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What does an expansion valve really do? Our Chilling with Jens experts are here with your one-and-only guide to expansion valves, why they matter, and what you need to know.
You’ll find out that expansion valves do *not* control evaporating temperature, discover the drawbacks of insulation, and learn about the pros and cons of electronic vs. manual valves. And more.
Always expert, always Chilling.
Press play and listen as we talk expansion valves.
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Join your host Jens Andersen and experts John Broughton and Jörg Saar on a deep dive into the liquid line. This week, we are busting a few myths, like whether height always matters and if you should consider insulating your liquid line.
We’ll also talk about the problem that is costing the environment and your wallet: too-long liquid lines. You’ll learn that shorter is really better, but there are a few things to do now if you are stuck with a long line.
Press play and let’s get chilling!
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Jens, John, and Jörg are back to help HVAC professionals manage the condenser, along with its surrounding fans and controls. They cover how it all works and much more, from getting the initial installation right to knowing the signs of a faulty condenser.
The key is proper, regular maintenance plus... “Airflow.” “Airflow.” “And more airflow.”
Press play and listen in as the gang continues, "Le Tour de Cooling.”
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In this episode of Chilling with Jens, the crew continues their “tour” of commercial application systems by looking at the compressor.
We start off by learning that a presumably defect compressor may signal a bigger system issue.
Fortunately, Jens has experts John Broughton and Jörg Saar on the line to share what to do and what not to do when replacing a compressor and diagnosing possible causes.
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