Integrated Development Group (IDG), in collaboration with the Ministries of Environment and Technical Education of Egypt, organized three technical trainings on sustainable cooling in Nasr City Training Center, Cairo. The Cool Up program trained a total of 45 refrigeration and air conditioning technicians from private service centers and companies like Al-Sharqawi Tech, Zanussi, Kattameya LG, Active Air, and Gulf Nassiri. The trainings focused on teaching these technicians about the optimal use of environmentally friendly alternative refrigerants. All three sessions were a success.
The training courses were held from February 17 to 22, 2024, with each training session lasting two consecutive days. The training covered a simplified explanation of hydrocarbon (flammable) refrigerants, including carbon dioxide and ammonia, and natural alternatives that do not contribute to the depletion of the ozone layer and help reduce global warming. In addition to the theoretical part, the training included a practical part where participants learned how to safely handle flammable refrigerants, techniques for retrieving refrigerants, applying lokring operations to devices that use flammable refrigerants, and using a refrigerant analysis device to identify adulterated cylinders and analyze types of refrigerants.
During the discussions, the obstacles faced by technicians when dealing with flammable natural refrigerants used in small-capacity domestic and commercial units were highlighted. Additionally, the importance of technicians’ role in preserving the environment and reducing wasted energy by using refrigeration equipment that operates with other refrigerant media was emphasized. The discussions aimed to create awareness among technicians about these important issues.
This initiative led by IDG, aligns with the broader efforts within the Cool Up programme to enhance expertise and promote safe and sustainable handling of natural refrigerants among technicians.
