New DENSO Trilingual A/C Compressor And Components Catalog Now Available
DENSO Products and Services Americas has released its 398-page catalog that covers automotive, light truck and van applications for A/C system elements such as compressors, condensers, drier accumulators, expansion devices and evaporators.
A/C Update: Are Your Techs Over Charging?
The J2788 standard for A/C equipment has changed the way shops can better service A/C systems — from removing 95% of the refrigerant, to reducing labor times, to improved recharge accuracy and even reducing warranty costs. This clip is an excerpt from the 45 minute comprehensive “Why J2788” with Bob Pattengale, available from Automotive Video.
Top 5 Tools: James Rosson, Rosson Radiator A/C Repair Shop
The Top 5 Favorite Tools of Top Technicians
A/C Update – Are Your Techs ‘Overcharging?’
In the world of public opinion, if you were asked if your technicians were overcharging your customers, you might interpret that as an issue pertaining to the customer’s repair bill. However, in the world of mobile air conditioning service, we’re referring to the problem of some vehicle A/C systems being (unknowingly) charged with too much refrigerant.
Snap-on Introduces KoolKare Plus Hybrid-Capable A/C Recycler
The servicing of hybrid vehicles is becoming much more common in many shops, requiring special tools and equipment. With the new Snap-on KoolKare Plus Hybrid-Capable A/C Recycler (EEAC325BH), service technicians can not only take advantage of A/C service opportunities on hybrids, but the sophistication of the machine also allows them to service non-hybrid vehicles as well.
Equipment and Tool Institute Launches Important J-2534 Market Research Study
ETI is surveying automotive repair facilities in an effort to find out more about your familiarity with and use of flash reprogramming tools.
A/C Update: R-134a Retrofits Still An Option – At The Right Price
On older vehicles equipped with R-12 systems, is it better to perform a retrofit or is it better to repair the OEM A/C system back to its original form?
MACS To Release Spanish Language Mobile A/C Textbook
In response to demand from Spanish language speakers in the global automotive aftermarket, the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide has translated its flagship textbook, “Modern Automotive HVAC Systems,” into Spanish. The new Spanish language version will be ready for sale at the MACS 2013 Training Event and Trade Show, Feb. 7-9, 2013, at the Caribe Royale Hotel and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.
DENSO Sales California Receives Original Equipment Supplier of the Year Award from National Pronto Association
The National Pronto Association awarded DENSO Sales California (DSCA) the 2012 Original Equipment (OE) Supplier of the Year award. The award was presented to Brian Casey, manager, Aftermarket Sales Department and David Arriaga, programs group manager during Pronto’s fall membership meeting on Sept. 12.
MACS Announces Fall Mobile A/C Boot Camp
The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide has announced the dates for its fall Mobile A/C Boot Camp. The two-day boot camp is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29 at the MACS Worldwide training facility in Lansdale, PA (suburban Philadelphia).