Get Smart: CO2 Refrigeration Myths Debunked

Because CO2 refrigeration is only just becoming more widely used, there are many misconceptions out there. East Coast Refrigeration is here to help differentiate between fact and fiction! Allow us to help you better understand CO2 refrigerant.

Get Smart: CO2 Refrigeration Myths Debunked

Myth: CO2 isn't safe

Contrary to popular belief, CO2 refrigeration is actually very safe. It's categorized as an A1 refrigerant, signifying that it is both nontoxic and not flammable. When installing a CO2 refrigeration system, the same safety precautions that are used for other refrigerants should be practiced. East Coast Refrigeration's expert technicians have experience installing traditional CO2 systems, subcritical cascade CO2 systems, secondary systems and hybrid systems!


Myth: CO2 systems are too expensive

According to The Stellar Group, "In most cases, CO2 cascade systems are less expensive to install and operate than two-stage ammonia systems for low-temperature applications." Furthermore, it's important to consider the following points regarding CO2 refrigeration:

• It's inexpensive to install and operate
• It offers improved energy efficiency
• It reduces ammonia charge as well as PSM compliance expenditures

Myth: CO2 refrigerant is bad for the environment

In terms of the environment, CO2 refrigerant is actually an attractive option. That's because it has an ODP (Ozone Depletion) of zero and a GWP (Global Warming Potential) of one. Moreover, CO2 is a naturally-occurring substance, and it's found in abundance in our atmosphere.

We hope we've cleared up any misunderstandings you may have had about CO2 refrigeration. If you have additional questions, don't hesitate to reach out to East Coast Refrigeration at (631) 249-4556. Don't forget to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Google+, too!