With Europe’s focus on reducing greenhouse gases and complying with the EU F-Gas Regulation, A2L refrigerants, which are mildly flammable and have lower global warming potential (GWP), are becoming the standard. RLS press fittings provide a flame-free, faster, and more reliable installation alternative, making them essential as contractors adapt to these next-generation refrigerants.

Key highlights at Chillventa 2024:

• A2L-ready press fittings: As the HVACR industry in Europe embraces A2L refrigerants, RLS is at the forefront with its press-to-connect fittings designed to work seamlessly with these new refrigerants. By eliminating the need for brazing, RLS ensures safer installations, particularly in environments where the risks of flammable gases are a concern.
• XL line for commercial and industrial applications: In addition to A2L compatibility, RLS will showcase its XL line of press fittings, available in sizes 1-5/8' and 2-1/8', which are ideal for large-scale commercial and industrial systems. These fittings are perfect for high-capacity installations like VRF systems, where quick, secure, and flame-free connections are crucial.
• Hands-on demonstrations: Attendees can engage with RLS’s industry-leading press tools in live demonstrations, showing how RLS fittings make installations faster, easier, and safer. Visitors will see first-hand the benefits of eliminating the open flames required for brazing, reducing installation time, and improving safety.

“As the European HVACR market shifts toward lower GWP refrigerants, including A2Ls, RLS is committed to providing solutions that meet the industry’s evolving needs,” said Joel Reedy, president of RLS. “Our press fittings are engineered for safety and efficiency, offering contractors a vital tool as they navigate the challenges of working with mildly flammable refrigerants.”