Best Danfoss Climate Solutions Podcasts (2024)

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Cool Talk: Installation and Commissioning - Avoiding Future Warranty Troubles 46:00

20d ago46:00

46:00

In this episode, our new host Jamie Kitchen is joined by Gary McCreadie from HVAC Know It All, to look at how to avoid the dreaded call backs that occur under warranty. Call backs waste time and money and can take a serious toll on your reputation. So, how can you avoid them? The good news is the answers to that question are relatively easy to impl…

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Ep. 67 - The Path to Increased Adoption of CO2 23:07

20d ago23:07

23:07

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Chris Brown, application engineering manager at Danfoss, to discuss the adoption and implementation of CO2 as a refrigerant. To hear tips from Chris Brown and his Danfoss colleague Dave Yoder on proper installation and maintenance of CO2 refrigeration systems, tune into their Controller Talk podcast, available whereve…

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Ep. 66 - The Challenges and Potential of Natural Refrigerants in Commercial Refrigeration 28:27

1M ago28:27

28:27

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Danielle Wright, executive director of the North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council (NASRC), to discuss the potential for natural refrigerants in the commercial refrigeration industry.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Cool Talk: Heating and energy 40:02

2M ago40:02

40:02

The crew is here to share their personal and professional opinions about residential heating, air quality, the future of HVAC, and what it meant to them from a young age. 👋 Not to be missed, we’re also saying farewell. After 46 years at Danfoss, the team takes a moment to wish Jens a happy retirement and talk about an all-new podcast coming from Da…

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Ep. 65 - Decarbonizing Construction with Digital Displacement 18:43

2M ago18:43

18:43

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Luke Wadsley, director of engineering solutions, North America, for Danfoss Power Solutions, to discuss how digital displacement technology is helping the construction industry decarbonize and increase efficiency.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Cool Talk: ADC 22:27

3M ago22:27

22:27

We’re recording this episode from Nordborg, Denmark, where Jens stopped by Danfoss' Application Development Center. He is there to explore the latest advanced technologies, like dual refrigeration systems, solar panels, and integration between electrical grid and district heating systems. What will you learn? This episode is all about energy recove…

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Ep. 64 - Bringing Connectivity and AI into HVAC/R 38:34

3M ago38:34

38:34

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Michael Kellerman, director of business development for electronic controls and solutions at Danfoss Climate Solutions, to discuss how connectivity and AI are changing the future of buildings and HVAC/R.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Ep. 63 - The Future of Electric Vehicles 28:24

4M ago28:24

28:24

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Kimmo Rauma, vice president of Danfoss Editron, to discuss electric vehicles and the policies and infrastructure needed for widespread adoption.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Cool Talk: Energy Efficiency 29:46

4M ago29:46

29:46

Energy efficiency is a game that must be won at every step of the journey, from choosing the right equipment to customers’ daily use. Together with experts John and Jörg, Jens is finding where energy efficiency is gained and lost at every step, from equipment choice to refrigerant selection, condenser and evaporator considerations, user operation, …

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Ep. 58 - The Changing Landscape: Codes and Standards for the HVAC/R Industry 25:34

4M ago25:34

25:34

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Justin Prosser, senior product compliance specialist at Danfoss, to discuss the evolving codes and standards in the HVAC/R industry and how these changes can be managed.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Cool Talk: Commissioning part 2 21:52

5M ago21:52

21:52

Next in our two-part commissioning series, is there a job for you to do when modern electronic controllers like Danfoss’ Optima Plus range come with advanced settings? Yes. Find out why manual input is crucial for electric controllers, and how to get it right based on your specific application. We’ll also take you through the system checks you shou…

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Cool Talk: Commissioning part 1 36:53

6M ago36:53

36:53

In this episode, we're looking at commissioning and the critical role of refrigerant charging. Jens and the team lay out strategies to master the process so that you and your system operate flawlessly. You’ll hear about: The dangers of overcharging and how to avoid them. The importance of understanding your system's needs — because one size does no…

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The Challenge of Water Efficiency in Rural Communities 34:35

7M ago34:35

34:35

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Phil Adkins, superintendent of the Morehead Water Treatment Plant in Morehead, Ky., to discuss the challenges rural water facilities face in improving energy efficiency and managing water usage.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Challenges and Solutions in Water and Wastewater Pumping 23:58

7M ago23:58

23:58

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Joe Halliday, vice president of North America water and wastewater sales at Danfoss Drives, to discuss current challenges in water and wastewater pumping and the technologies that municipalities are using to address these challenges.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Decarbonizing Marine Operations with Hydrogen Power 23:51

8M ago23:51

23:51

Host Vic Marinich is joined by Beau Berthelot is vice president of business development and director of government affairs at Maritime Partners, to discuss his company’s Hydrogen One tugboat project and its use of methanol-to-hydrogen fuel generation technology.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Cool Talk: The F-Gas regulation 21:32

8M ago21:32

21:32

Part of staying ahead is knowing what’s coming, especially when it comes to regulation. That's why we re-recorded this special episode of #ChillingwithJens, to bring you updates from the EU's significant changes to F-Gas regulation. You'll learn about: Detailed changes to the refrigerant quota. Why applications using high GWP may sell out soon. Str…

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Cool Talk: Selecting the Components 34:36

9M ago34:36

34:36

If every component matters, you need to choose right every time. In this episode, Jens and the crew share their step-by-step guide for selecting components and other tips. Key among them, Do not start with the pipe size when choosing a valve. And do know what you’re cooling — even food packaging can make a difference. Press play and tag us on socia…

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BONUS Episode! How hydronic balancing helps heat pump systems deliver year-round efficiency 16:08

9M ago16:08

16:08

Hydronic balancing is the secret ingredient to achieving year-round efficiency in your heat pump system. In this RETHINK Live session, Andrew Simpson, Danfoss' National OEM Sales Manager for Chillers & Heat Pumps, will share how hydronic balancing helps you get the "highest possible seasonal coefficient of performance" (SCOP) from your heat pump—bo…

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BONUS Episode! Data Center Trends 29:18

9M ago29:18

29:18

Did you know data centers account for about 2-3% of global electricity consumption? The more pressing question is: What can be done about this alarming statistic? Listen in as Danfoss Data Center experts Rami Dalbah, Evangeline Klingbeil, Ken Koehler and Michael Strouboulis highlight the key areas where Danfoss can help data centers stakeholders ac…

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BONUS Episode! Danfoss Smart Store - Getting to Net Zero buildings and the role of smart technology 13:31

10M ago13:31

13:31

Dean Groff, Danfoss' Food Retail Services Contractor Manager, discusses Danfoss' Smart Store Supermarket in Nordborg, Denmark, which is leveraging smart technologies to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency, thus leading the green transition through foundations already in place for Net Zero buildings. With exciting new smart solutio…

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BONUS Episode! How to accelerate our journey to Net Zero buildings 58:51

10M ago58:51

58:51

Earlier this month, Danfoss held the second annual RETHINK Live, an online global series of events aiming to spark a larger conversation on uncovering new, sustainable ways to operate in the world of HVACR. Here is our live, virtual panel discussion about the importance of accelerating the journey to net zero buildings featuring Vikas Anand, Danfos…

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Cool Talk: The Hype of CO2 1:04:49

10M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

CO2 is the way forward, but it’s not always the answer. And there’s a lot to know. By popular demand, the Chilling with Jens podcast team gathered their views on everything from the danger of retrofitting refrigerants to the misunderstood debate around CO2 greenhouse gases. Keep up and find out what you need to know in this changing landscape. Pres…

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Creating Sustainable Data Centers Through Waterless Cooling 40:49

10M ago40:49

40:49

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Jakob Carnemark, founder of Endeavour, to discuss waterless data center cooling solutions.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling: The Finish Line 23:58

11M ago23:58

23:58

Tune into the grand finale of "Le Tour de Cooling" as Jens and the crew explore the bright future and growing demands of cooling. Our hosts are asking. "Do you really need to be experts in every component? Or is system-level understanding enough?" What are the pitfalls and how can we all succeed in the long term? This is one episode you don't want …

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Sustainable Technologies for Data Center Cooling 26:02

11M ago26:02

26:02

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Michael Strouboulis, Danfoss’ director of business development for data centers, to discuss the latest data center cooling technologies.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling: The Refrigerant 47:24

12M ago47:24

47:24

In this new Chilling with Jens episode, we're exploring the world of refrigerants – its history, function, and why it matters for your practice and our planet. We debunk common misconceptions and spotlight important, often overlooked details, like selecting the right oil for your refrigerant. Stay informed and ahead of the game. Press play now for …

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The Promise and Potential of Hydrogen 20:37

1y ago20:37

20:37

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Cliff Stokes, director of business development at Danfoss, focusing on electrification solutions, to discuss the potential of hydrogen as a carbon-neutral power source.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Heat Pump Mythbusters 29:16

1y ago29:16

29:16

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Ron Domitrovic of EPRI to discuss the common myths and misconceptions about heat pumps.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling: The Condensing Unit 30:54

1y ago30:54

30:54

In this Chilling with Jens episode, the team is here with practical details for selecting, placing, and commissioning the condensing unit. If we've learned one thing, it’s to challenge the common misplacement of these units. If you’re hunting the unit down like you’re on a safari, then there are bigger issues to consider. Press play and tune in for…

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Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems, Rooftop Units and Indoor Air Quality 31:44

1y ago31:44

31:44

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Bethany Seubert of Greenheck to discuss Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS), rooftop units (RTUs) and the role they play in improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling: The expansion valve 55:52

1y ago55:52

55:52

What does an expansion valve really do? Our Chilling with Jens experts are here with your one-and-only guide to expansion valves, why they matter, and what you need to know. You’ll find out that expansion valves do *not* control evaporating temperature, discover the drawbacks of insulation, and learn about the pros and cons of electronic vs. manual…

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Connecting Heat Pumps with the Hydronic Loop 35:01

1y ago35:01

35:01

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Stanley de Vries of Danfoss to discuss heat pumps and the importance of hydronic balancing to ensure the building realizes full energy efficiency gains of a heat pump.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling: The Liquid Line 35:17

1y ago35:17

35:17

Join your host Jens Andersen and experts John Broughton and Jörg Saar on a deep dive into the liquid line. This week, we are busting a few myths, like whether height always matters and if you should consider insulating your liquid line. We’ll also talk about the problem that is costing the environment and your wallet: too-long liquid lines. You’ll …

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Le Tour de Cooling – The Condenser 30:56

1+ y ago30:56

30:56

Jens, John, and Jörg are back to help HVAC professionals manage the condenser, along with its surrounding fans and controls. They cover how it all works and much more, from getting the initial installation right to knowing the signs of a faulty condenser. The key is proper, regular maintenance plus... “Airflow.” “Airflow.” “And more airflow.” Press…

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Commercial Geothermal Heating Systems and the Inflation Reduction Act 34:02

1+ y ago34:02

34:02

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Paul Selking of Water Furnace to discuss the benefits of using geothermal heating systems in commercial buildings and the opportunities for increased adoption created by the Inflation Reduction Act.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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U.S. Building Codes and Refrigerant Transition 32:11

1+ y ago32:11

32:11

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Stephen Spletzer of Chemours to discuss state adoption of building codes to allow the use of low GWP (often flammable) refrigerants in residential, commercial, and light industrial applications.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Clearing the Hurdles to Heat Pump Adoption 32:44

1+ y ago32:44

32:44

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Ron Domitrovic of EPRI to discuss advances in heat pump technology and what is needed to increase heat pump adoption.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling: The Compressor, the usual suspect 33:09

1+ y ago33:09

33:09

In this episode of Chilling with Jens, the crew continues their “tour” of commercial application systems by looking at the compressor. We start off by learning that a presumably defect compressor may signal a bigger system issue. Fortunately, Jens has experts John Broughton and Jörg Saar on the line to share what to do and what not to do when repla…

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The Role of Heat Pumps in Decarbonization 24:01

1+ y ago24:01

24:01

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Steve Nadel of ACEEE to discuss heat pumps and their role in decarbonization and climate policy.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Le Tour de Cooling, The Evaporator 35:03

1+ y ago35:03

35:03

In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens kicks off a mini-series “tour” of commercial application systems. Together with John Broughton and Jörg Saar, the experts get started by discussing evaporator issues in commercial refrigeration systems, from defrosting to evaporator flexibility (or lack thereof). Mentioned in this episode: Dow…

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The Growing Urgency with Embodied Carbon 24:06

1+ y ago24:06

24:06

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Kent Peterson, vice president and COO of P2S, to discuss the importance of recognizing embodied carbon and its role in the decarbonization of buildings.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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The Role of Circularity in Sustainable Manufacturing 27:29

1+ y ago27:29

27:29

Host Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Scott Tew of Trane Technologies to discuss circularity, sustainability, and how companies can work together to reduce waste and lower carbon emissions.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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Cool Talk: Heat Pumps - a Hot Topic 1:11:51

1+ y ago1:11:51

1:11:51

The audio for this episode was taken from a Livestream that was conducted on September 21 regarding heat pumps. Jamie Kitchen, Jörg Saar, Jens Andersen, and Morten Skovrup were on the panel to give a talk, and respond to audience questions regarding the trending subject of "Heat Pumps." Mentioned in this episode: Download Ref Tools app for Free! Th…

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Building a Culture of DEI 30:44

1+ y ago30:44

30:44

Host Vic Marinich, Global Marketing Director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by Ashley Watson, Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at Danfoss, to discuss how companies can build an inclusive culture, how diversity, equity and inclusion contribute to long-term success and the role of employee resource groups.…

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Cool Talk with Trevor Matthews 36:15

1+ y ago36:15

36:15

In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens, Jamie Kitchen, and Trevor Matthews of Refrigeration Mentor talk about how to stay relevant with developments in the refrigeration industry. They discuss the hard and soft skills that would greatly simplify the life of a cooling technician. Mentioned in this episode: Download Ref Tools app for…

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The ABCs of Adopting ESGs 22:47

1+ y ago22:47

22:47

Host Vic Marinich is joined by guest Flemming Lynge Nielson, interim head of Group Sustainability & ESG at Danfoss to discuss the importance of ESGs and how companies can get started with developing and introducing them to both internal and external stakeholders.By EnVisioneering Exchange

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How Companies Can Make a Climate Impact 29:11

1+ y ago29:11

29:11

Our new host, Vic Marinich, global marketing director for air conditioning at Danfoss, is joined by guest Julia Panzer of the Energy Transition Fund to discuss how companies can make an impact on the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement and how the public and private sector can work together to move the world toward cleaner fuel sources.…

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Cool Talk: Chillventa impressions 50:02

1+ y ago50:02

50:02

Our colleagues were on-hand at Chillventa 2022 to witness one of the largest trade shows for the Cooling business first hand. In today’s podcast episode, Jens talks with Jorg Saar, Jøran Burø, Morten Skovrup, and Mark Sever to get their views on this year’s exhibits, the latest news in the Cooling and Heat Pump business, and their key takeaways fro…

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Cool Talk: How to use Optyma™ Plus Controller for fault-finding 28:16

2y ago28:16

28:16

In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens speaks to John Broughton about how one can use an Optyma™ Plus Controller for fault-finding. John speaks about the options when using the data gathered by the controller to identify possible malfunctions and defects in the system controlled by the Optyma™ Plus Controller. Learn more about Cont…

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Cool Talk: Electric Expansion Valves 23:43

2y ago23:43

23:43

Your wish is our command. Yes, we didn't search anywhere else for this edition of the Chilling with Jens podcast topic than the preferences of our listeners. This episode of the podcast will focus on "Electric Expansion Valves," which received the most votes on our poll. The topic of discussion between Jens, our host, and Xuefeng Bian, Danfoss Prod…

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