In this episode of the JADEC Tour, we go behind the scenes with YORK chiller product engineers Brady Schulz and Austin Reth to uncover what it really takes to work in HVAC product development. From leading tests in a -20°F cold room to fielding feedback from 100+ customers, their stories blend engineering insight with real-world HVAC impact.

Tony Mormino is joined by Louie and Peter from ABB to break down Variable Frequency Drives—what they are, how they save energy, and why they’re essential in today’s HVAC systems. From fan laws to harmonics to ABB’s new smart factory, this episode blends technical insight with real-world perspective (and a few laughs along the way). As mentioned in the podcast here is the link to the ABB Drives Training YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrivesTraining

In this episode of HVAC TV, Tony sits down with Sean Kelleher, Director of Engineering at RLS (Rapid Locking Systems), to talk about one of the most critical—and often overlooked—aspects of HVAC: refrigerant piping. From common install issues and oil return problems to the rise of press fittings as a legit alternative to brazing, Sean shares valuable insights backed by over a decade of experience.

In this episode, Tony Mormino chats with Nathan Martin from O'dell HVAC Group in Ontario to explore the Canadian HVAC landscape—from custom VRF-enabled air handlers to electrification, decarbonization, and why Canada’s still clinging to the metric system. It’s a fun, insightful cross-border conversation packed with real-world strategies, industry trends, and a few laughs about voltage, refrigerants, and the great Fahrenheit vs. Celsius debate.

Join me inside the LG booth at AHR as I take a closer look at a chiller I definitely didn’t expect to see. Senior VP Steve Scarbrough walks us through LG’s surprising lineup of centrifugal chillers, inverter scroll heat pump chillers, and how AI is shaping the future of HVAC — especially for data centers. We also talk refrigerants, hot water, lead times, and why LG is betting big on this market.

In this episode, we explore a new approach to oil-free centrifugal compression that eliminates magnetic bearings entirely. Instead, this technology uses refrigerant vapor to create a frictionless lift—removing the need for oil or magnets.

In Part 2 of our behind-the-scenes documentary, we step into one of the most intense and data-driven areas of the Johnson Controls Advanced Development and Engineering Center — the compressor test blocks, also known as the gas blocks. This is where YORK compressors are pushed, mapped, and reimagined. You can watch the video version of all episodes on our YouTube channel, HVAC TV.

In this episode, the experts at Greenheck, dive deep into the latest advancements in fan array technology with EC motors and modular designs. Learn how these systems improve efficiency, simplify maintenance, and solve real-world retrofit challenges. We cover fan spacing, motor selection, redundancy strategies, and how modern controls like the Corell controller integrate with BAS systems. Whether you're designing new systems or tackling tough retrofits, this conversation will give you practical insights to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and future-proof your HVAC designs.