We surveyed mechanics nationwide to give you a better idea of what fixing your car’s AC might cost, whether you need a simple recharge or a full compressor replacement. The quotes we gathered averaged ...

Large centrifugal impeller compressors are commonplace throughout the petrochemical sector, where they usually operate on a continuous duty basis. When a scheduled maintenance task at a refinery in ...

We've long been fans of air suspension and have installed them on a variety of cars and trucks. The system we installed in our 1973 Ford F-350, the Hot Rod Hauler, has served us well, particularly ...

Diagnosing a faulty compressor valve is something HVAC technicians have to deal with on a semi-regular basis, and while a bad valve is often not the main reason a compressor fails, it is an integral ...

We’ll never cease to be amazed at the things people try to put on the Internet of Things. Some are no-brainers, like thermostats, security cameras, and garage door openers. Others, like washing ...

Cooling systems don't fail randomly — they follow a pattern of gradual decline that's visible to anyone who knows what to ...

A liquid line drier is key to battling a formidable opponent: moisture. That makes it one of the most important — yet least expensive — parts of a refrigeration system. Moisture is a major cause of ...