ASHRAE Standard 147-2002 Addresses Reducing Release of Refrigerants
The release of refrigerants to the atmosphere has been linked to stratospheric ozone depletion and global warming. To meet the industry's need to control releases, ASHRAE has published ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 147-2002, Reducing Release of Halogenated Refrigerants from Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Systems.
The standard establishes practices and procedures that will reduce inadvertent release of chlorine containing and other halogen containing refrigerants, such as halogenated chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) refrigerants. "The standard provides industry design and practice standards that
reduce the likelihood of refrigerant emissions and help assure that losses
can be recognized and repaired in a timely fashion," Bob Roth, a member of
the Standard 147 committee, said.