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How hard is it to spot a new commercial compressor versus an old one? The answer is, it really depends on what you're looking at. For many people, identifying the age and quality of a particular compressor is nearly impossible, because it all comes down to the components inside. Today, there are three main categories of commercial compressors available for sale: new, rebuilt and remanufactured. Knowing the difference between these three products will determine how good of a deal you get on your next buy.

Trane has always been a leader in the commercial compressor industry, since its earliest days, but modern Trane compressors are going a step above and beyond to give consumers and businesses alike an unbeatable experience.  There is nowhere where this is quite as apparent as it is in Trane's commercial compressor units, including everything from their reciprocating compressors to their scroll and screw designs. 

When you invest in a remanufactured commercial compressor, what you are really buying is a piece of equipment that has been restored to original manufacturer specifications. If you've shopped online for a remanufactured compressor, you've probably seen a whole range of companies offering compressors at varying prices. So how do you go about determining which ones are high quality and which ones are not? Here are a few hints to help you get the best quality remanufactured commercial compressor from a trusted source. 

In an effort to keep your commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems in good shape, it is important to understand the difference between the various components. Even being able to identify individual components can help with troubleshooting and identifying problems before they grow into serious failures. In this guide, we will explore the differences between your condensing unit and your commercial compressor so that you will be able to correctly identify each piece of the puzzle and understand how they work together. 

Remanufactured compressors are special because they are expected to meet original manufacturer specifications. Unlike refurbished compressors, they must be as close to perfect as possible, before they leave the warehouse and ship to a customer's location. As you can imagine, this means that they need to undergo extensive testing and inspections so that they will perform like new. To achieve this result, rigorous testing standards have been put forth, using specialized tools that are designed to mimic real-world operating conditions, to give us the best idea of what we can expect from each compressor. Here's what that looks like when it's broken down:

Refrigeration has been accomplished in a variety of ways over the course of history, but vapor-compression refrigeration systems (VCRS) have become the preferred option thanks to their efficiency and reliability. If you've ever driven a car or used an HVAC system, you have probably used a VCRS without even realizing it. So what is a vapor-compression refrigeration system? 

Compressor floodback is a common cause of HVAC/R system failure. Floodback occurs when uncontrolled liquid refrigerant enters the compressor during system operation. In an HVAC/R system, the refrigerant exits the evaporator and enters the compressor in a vapor state. But when the refrigerant is not vaporized entirely in the evaporator, a part of it gets sucked into the compressor in its liquid form. Compressor floodback may be misdiagnosed as compressor failure, even though the compressor doesn’t cause this phenomenon.

Bearing vibration is an indication of parts wearing down over time. HVAC maintenance technicians use vibration tests to determine signs of wear and plan a proper maintenance course for the future. With this guide, you should be able to identify early signs of bearing vibration so you can call in an expert to run a full diagnostic test. Here's what that process looks like for you: 

Commercial compressor electronics are, in many cases, the key to a properly managed HVAC system in any building. These special electronics serve as the brain of your system, allowing you to control how and when your system operates and giving you feedback about performance so you can make more informed decisions about your business. 

Labs are common in different industry sectors, including scientific research and manufacturing. However, strict temperature and humidity control is required particularly in medical and pharmaceutical laboratories. A lab’s environment together with storage and testing areas need to be maintained at certain temperature and humidity levels in order to ensure the safety and quality of different samples and lab products.