1. R22 Phase Out Presentation www.thermatic.co.uk

2. To inform our customers of the single most important changes to the air conditioning industry in modern times How it effects you as end users Explain your options good and bad Dismiss some of rumours and scare mongering Aims

3. www.thermatic.co.uk When R22 is released into the atmosphere the ultraviolet rays from the sun cause it to decompose and chlorine is released into the stratosphere The chlorine then reacts with the ozone, reducing its quality and leads to ozone depletion in turn this allows harmful ultraviolet rays to reach the surface of the earth giving rise to both health and environmental issues In response to this, the international community signed the Montreal protocol to phase out ozone depletion materials by 2030. However in Europe the ban will take place at the end of this year The most harmful ozone – depleting substances such as C.F.C.S – R12 etc were banned in the 1990’s This lead to ‘less’ harmful ‘transitional’ refrigerant like R22 being banned between 2001-2004 depending on size Background to HCFC Phase Out

4. www.thermatic.co.uk Background To HCFC Phase Out H.C.F.C – Hydrochlorofluorocarbon better known to us as R22 Refrigerant Commonly used in Air Conditioning systems until 2004, and is arguable one of the best performing refrigerants ever invented It is estimated that up to 20,000 systems could be still operating in the UK Question to ask yourself: Was the air conditioning in your premises installed before 2002?

5. When will R22 be banned? www.thermatic.co.uk Recycled R22 will be banned after December 2014 Now’s the time to replace R22 systems R22 Replacement: Countdown to December 2014

6. www.thermatic.co.uk When will R22 be banned?

7. R22 Replacement : Likely customer impact www.thermatic.co.uk R22 supply shortages and delays could impact on Refurbishment programmes Routine Maintenance Compressor Repairs Refrigerant replacement Normal operation of HVAC systems Energy efficiency of building operation

8. R22 Replacement Options www.thermatic.co.uk Risk of system failure Ageing system Increased running costs Higher Co² Emissions At some point you will have to change the system Do Nothing Wait and See

9. R22 Replacement Options www.thermatic.co.uk Increased running costs High degradation of system components Expensive to buy and Install Reduced capacity Comes with no manufacturer’s warranty Short term solution Retro Fit using Drop-in refrigerants

10. R22 Replacement Options www.thermatic.co.uk Removes the risk of having potentially redundant equipment after the end of this year Replace New systems are highly efficient using the latest technologies therefore reducing fuel consumption – saving you money By removing R22 equipment you are reducing the risk of harmful chemicals destroying the ozone layer

11. R22 Replacement Options www.thermatic.co.uk H.F.C (Hydrofluorocarbons) R407C, R410a etc all have zero ozone depleting potential (ODP) so offers a more environmentally friendly alternatives to CFCs and HCFCs Modern Alternatives The downside is HFC have medium to high G.W.P (Global warming potential)

12. R22 Replacement Options www.thermatic.co.uk Natural Refrigerants Natural refrigerant are chemical which occur in natures Bio- Chemical processes. Ammonia (R717) Carbon Dioxide (R744) Propone (Care 40) Etc They do not deplete the ozone layer and make a negligible or zero contribution to global warming These products were used as refrigerants prior to the 1950’s before Fluorocarbons became commonplace

13. www.thermatic.co.uk F-Gas Regulation The European Union F-gas Regulation (No842/2006) became law on 4 th July 2006 F-Gases such as R407c, R410a and R404a If you are handling, recovering, supplying, installing, manufacturing or own equipment containing HFC refrigerants in stationery equipment you now have legal obligations under F-Gas Regulations

14. www.thermatic.co.uk F-Gas Regulation 10,000 Miles The objective of the regulation is to contain, prevent and thereby reduce emissions of Fluorinated greenhouse gases A leak of 1KG of refrigerant causes approximately the same environmental damage as driving a van..........

15. www.thermatic.co.uk An annual ‘Non intrusive’ leak test for applications with 3KG or more (unless the equipment is hermetically sealed) Leak Test Requirement Under F.Gas 30KG or more ‘Non Intrusive’ leak test is required 6 monthly At least once every 3 months for applications with 300KG or more of F-Gases Leak detection systems must be fitted on applications with 300KG or more of F-Gases, and when these are in place, checking requirements are halved

16. www.thermatic.co.uk A record of maintenance and servicing activity must be kept for each system In a word: Yes Leak Test Requirement Under F.Gas The law states if you are the legal operator (owner) of the air conditioning you are responsible If a leak is detected and repaired, a further check must be carried out one month to ensure that the repair has been effective

17. www.thermatic.co.uk Records must be available on site for inspection and include quantity and type of F- Gas in each systems the amount of gas added or taken out, and the reason for this must be recorded along with any disposal information Leak Test Requirement Under F.Gas Penalties for either ‘operator’ or service provider failing to keep records may include enforcement/ prohibition notices The identity and competence of personnel involved in the F Gas check should also be added and of course the dates of the test and results

18. www.thermatic.co.uk Q&A