Avoiding Expansion Valve Woes (Part 1)
March 21, 2023
By Richard Hawkins On March 2nd, an article was published in this blog covering a class that was held at the recent MACS Training Event and Trade Show. The class...Read Article >
Follow up on the 12/30/22 EPA virtual public hearing
January 12, 2023
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Let me start off by saying Happy New Year! to everyone, and here’s to a great 2023! Since many of you were on holiday...Read Article >
EPA proposes GWP limit for five MVAC subsectors
December 22, 2022
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor The mobile air conditioning industry has, so far, used R-1234yf refrigerant primarily in passenger vehicles and light duty trucks. Although MACS has reported on...Read Article >
Too Many Compressors
December 20, 2022
The blog article published on November 8, 2022, focused on understanding the importance of knowing the precise location of service ports when faced with a challenging A/C diagnostic issue. It...Read Article >
Understanding and Diagnosing A/C
November 14, 2022
In the Understanding and Diagnosing A/C class, you'll go beyond minimum requirements for recovery, evacuating, recharging, and recycling by offering real world examples in diagnosing and repairing A/C electrical, computer / BCMs, climate control and electronic components. Most of today’s vehicles come equipped with electronically controlled A/C systems.Read Article >
Selection of the Proper O-Ring for Your MAC Application
November 9, 2022
Did you know the selection of the proper O-ring for your MAC Application can have a major result on your A/C repair?Read Article >
Interior Heating Evolution
November 1, 2022
In the last 120 years, automotive passenger heating has evolved dramatically from open carriage-type automobiles with little occupant protection from the elements to complex electric vehicle (EV) heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.Read Article >
North American Vehicle and Consumer Trends
October 28, 2022
A look at the latest population trends for light vehicles in North America. Presenters will provide insight on replacement rates for popular A/C products and talk about the changing trends in engine size, vehicle segments, electrification, and more.Read Article >
Electric Compressors, EV System Enhancements and Heat Pumps
October 26, 2022
EV and hybrid manufacturers are searching for every yard/meter of range they can squeeze out of their vehicles. In the race to get their newest offerings into the driveways of consumers, range is a major factor. HVAC can severely effect vehicle range, and engineers are doing everything possible to reduce the impact of this creature comfort/necessity.Read Article >
Staying RRR current
October 25, 2022
The refrigerant checked out fine. No contamination with other refrigerants and no air contamination. Their machine pulled 30 ounces out of that system.Read Article >
Essentials in PHEV and BEV Thermal Management
October 25, 2022
You can attend HVAC Hide and Seek for Electrified Vehicles: Essentials in PHEV and BEV Thermal Management with Dave Hobbs at MACS 2023 Training Event and Trade Show. class on Thursday, February 2 from 9:45-11:15am and again from 2:45-4:15pm.Read Article >
Plug into MACS EV Program
October 24, 2022
Plug into MACS EV Program. MACS is providing a robust electric vehicle training program at our 2023 Training Event and Trade Show.Read Article >
