HVAC System Breakdowns for Managers to Avoid Catastrophic Shutdowns - Clayton & Robert Part 2

HVAC System Breakdowns for Managers to Avoid Catastrophic Shutdowns - Clayton & Robert Part 2

August 6, 2026 · 20 min

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The episode discusses the operation and safety of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems with insights from industry experts.

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues his conversation with Clayton Cassady , President, and Robert Laframboise , Vice President, Class A Operator at RC Mechanical Canada , about industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and the role of plant operators. They explain how ammonia plants work, common system pressures, direct and indirect refrigeration, operator training, control room duties, system redundancy, emergency response, and how proper operation helps keep products safe while supporting reliable plant performance. Gary, Clayton, and Robert discuss how industrial ammonia refrigeration plants operate and what it takes to keep them running safely. They explain direct and indirect refrigeration systems, common operating pressures, operator training, control room responsibilities, system redundancy, emergency response, and how proper plant operation helps protect refrigerated products and maintain reliable performance. Expect to Learn: How direct and indirect ammonia refrigeration systems are used in industrial facilities. What operators monitor in the control room to keep refrigeration systems running safely. How operator training…

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Host: Gary McCreadie

Guests: Clayton Cassady, Robert Laframboise

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