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ATMOsphere America 2012

date12 - 13 June 2012 location Washington DC, The United Statesfollow this event on

About this event

Background: ATMOsphere America 2012 is very timely as several SNAP rulings for hydrocarbon applications have been approved just recently. In addition, the recent developments in the commercial refrigeration market in the US and Canada are expected to provide a boost for CO2 transcritical refrigeration in North America.

Main theme: THE BUSINESS CASE FOR NATURAL REFRIGERANTS IN NORTH AMERICA: For the first time
ATMOsphere is coming to North America. With the intention to make it THE annual meeting place for industry experts to discuss natural refrigerant trends, latest technologies and regulatory issues in the US and Canada, it is targeting around 200 decision makers from leading retailers, suppliers, associations and more. Topics for presentations and workshops will be looking at end-users (retailers and consumer brands) as well as technology providers from the commercial and industrial refrigeration, heat pump and air conditioning sectors. The second day features in addition a session on latest market trends as well as regulations, standards and training.

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24 October 2012 | Focusing on Natural RefrigerantsThe significance of a recent two-day conference was not only the extensive presentations regarding natural refrigerants such as CO2, HCs, and ammonia, but where the meeting was held — Washington, D.C.
6 July 2012 | Danfoss defines technology trends, potential of CO2 at ATMOsphere America 2012Danfoss, a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency electronic and mechanical components and controls for air-conditioning, heating, refrigeration and motion systems, participated in ATMOsphere America 2012, June 12-13 in Washington, DC. During the conference, which focused on the business case for natural refrigerants in the United States and Canada, Danfoss Vice President, Public Industry Affairs, Torben Funder-Kristensen made a presentation on “Global Technology Trends and Development in CO2.”
6 July 2012 | ATMOsphere America 2012: industry says that natural refrigerants make business sense200 experts gathered from 12-13 June in Washington D.C., during ATMOsphere America 2012, to discuss the business case for natural refrigerants in North America. 
3 July 2012 | US HVAC&R technicians lack knowledge of naturals: Standardised training neededIt is critical that the US technician population develop a better understanding of natural refrigerants, according to presentations and roundtable discussions held at the ATMOsphere America 2012 conference in Washington DC in June 2012. With technicians assessed as having a weak grasp of refrigerant fundamentals, “it is going to be an interesting world as we transition” towards using flammable refrigerants, where skills become ever more important.
26 June 2012 | Energy savings with CO2 heat pumps at American food production plantsPresentations provided at the ‘ATMOsphere America 2012’ conference in Washington DC, 12-13 June 2012, discussed the business case for natural refrigerants in North America. Case studies on CO2 heat pump installations in a winery, a commercial bakery and two dairy/cheese production plants demonstrated concrete energy cost savings. The units are able to cater for both heating and cooling needs and cover a multitude of required temperatures involved in the production processes.
21 June 2012 | ATMOsphere America: technology case studies about low charge systemsIn this final article about the ATMOsphere America 2012 technology case studies showcased in Washington DC 12-13 June, ammonia21.com outlines the key features of presentations by Zahid Ayub from Isotherm about low charge shell and tube evaporators and by Robert Lamb from Star Refrigeration about low charge packaged ammonia refrigeration systems.
20 June 2012 | HC charge limit divergence in UL household equipment standards called into questionA test group within Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is examining the suitability of the 57g HC charge limit for household refrigerators, according to a presentation by the organisation last week at ATMOsphere America 2012 in Washington DC. In post-presentation discussions the restrictive nature of the limit was in focus, a limit currently not consistent with the 1kg hydrocarbon limit for household room ACs .
18 June 2012 | Transcritical CO2 coming to US stores, as naturals become mainstream2013 will see main retailers in the US using transcritical CO2 supermarket systems – a technology already used in Canada. This was confirmed by speakers and participants at the ‘ATMOsphere America 2012 - the Business Case for Natural Refrigerants’ conference held in Washington DC, 12-13 June 2012. First installations are expected already this fall, once the technology receives UL approval.
18 June 2012 | Preventing future refrigerant conversions with low charge ammonia retail solutionsPowerful arguments for investing in ammonia refrigeration systems in the retail sector were presented in innovative projects that demonstrate good efficiency savings, and high levels of safety, at ATMOsphere America 2012. This unique event taking place on 12-13 June in Washington DC, is dedicated to innovations in natural refrigerant technologies specific for the North American market.
18 June 2012 | Supervalu pleased with ammonia refrigerantWASHINGTON — About a month after starting up an ammonia-based refrigeration system in an Albertsons store in Carpinteria, Calif. — one of the first such systems in the U.S. — Supervalu is finding that the system is “operating like a champ,” said Richard Heath, senior manager, technology integration for Supervalu, Albertsons parent.
18 June 2012 | Alternative Refrigeration Is Feasible: PanelWASHINGTON — Alternative refrigeration systems using natural refrigerants such as carbon dioxide (CO2) are within reach of supermarket retailers from a cost and implementation perspective, though challenges remain, said a panel of supermarket executives at ATMOsphere America 2012, a conference on the business case for natural refrigerants held here last week at the Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel.
18 June 2012 | US EPA may allow HC venting from stand-alone refrigeratorsThe US EPA anticipates to have new listings this summer under its Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program for more refrigerant alternatives without use conditions, and later this year proposed rules in a couple of more sectors, according to a presentation at the ‘ATMOsphere America 2012’ conference in Washington DC. The EPA hinted that it will also be determining whether or not venting of hydrocarbons from refrigerators and stand-alone retail equipment will be permitted.
18 June 2012 | ATMOsphere America 2012: an exciting year ahead for CO2 refrigerationIn an end user panel session at ATMOsphere America 2012, moderated by Keilly Witman from the GreenChill Partnership, a panel of supermarket executives agreed that CO2 supermarket systems are within reach of retailers both from a cost and implementation perspective. Learning by doing is helping to reduce initial CO2 system costs whilst R744 is enabling retailers to reduce operational costs.
18 June 2012 | ATMOsphere America 2012: saving money and energy with ammonia in industrial applicationsDuring the two day ATMOsphere America event, Johnson Controls and Emerson presented developments in industrial ammonia refrigeration. The conclusion is that ammonia industrial refrigeration is a major technology that enables energy and cost savings, as well as water savings in the case of food processing.
15 June 2012 | Presentations online, pictures, satisfaction survey and moreFirst of all, we would like to thank all participants for their participation at ATMOsphere America 2012! Based on initial feedback, we believe it was a successful event thanks largely to their contributions to the thought-provoking discussions, to their engagement, and to the many networking opportunities.
14 June 2012 | The Business Case for natural refrigerants - ATMOsphere America 2012From 12-13 June, 200 experts assembled in Washington D.C. to discuss the business case for natural refrigerants in North America. Technology case studies alternated with policy and end-user panel discussions. R744.com reports live from the event and summarises key messages and trends.
4 June 2012 | Emerson to Present Technical Paper at ATMOsphere America 2012 Conference June 12–13Emerson Climate Technologies, a business segment of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), announced it is presenting at the ATMOsphere America 2012 Natural Refrigerants Conference June 12–13 in Washington, D.C., at The Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel.
18 May 2012 | Performance testing of Ben & Jerry's R290 freezer and more case studiesComparative performance testing of different appliances, including R290 freezers from IARP for Ben & Jerry’s and True Manufacturing appliances as well as efficiency savings and reduced charge rates by EPA approved blended hydrocarbons are just some of the issues covered during the two technology case study sessions at ATMOsphere America 2012.
14 May 2012 | CO2 technology case studies for North AmericaThe first US transcritical CO2 booster system installation, the development of ammonia/CO2 cascade solutions for cold storage but also for retail food store refrigeration, and the operation of a commercial CO2 heat pump that caters for hot water and AC needs, are among the case studies to be discussed at ATMOsphere America 2012 workshop. R744.com provides a first glimpse of what to expect from the presentations by food retailer Supervalu, Danfoss, Carnot Refrigeration, EcoThermics and more.
14 May 2012 | Low charge ammonia and NH3/CO2 system case studies at ATMOsphere AmericaLow charge ammonia refrigeration systems, ammonia in commercial applications and the case of 61% reduced energy costs for a leading food processor thanks to the installation of an industrial ammonia heat pump are just some of the topics covered during case study sessions at ATMOsphere America 2012 this June.
9 May 2012 | Meet end users and 80+ organizations at ATMOsphere America next monthWith two dedicated end-users panels in the program of ATMOsphere America, we wanted to give you a glimpse of end user representatives that are coming, either to speak or to attend the event. This includes supermarkets, consumer brands, utilities, car manufactures and more and they are all highly interested in The Business Case for Natural Refrigerants.
4 May 2012 | Selected Technical Case Studies - Part 2We are proud to announce that we have selected the final 6 Technology Case Study Presentations to be given at ATMOsphere America 2012!

Below you will find a short summary of the case studies selected:
24 April 2012 | Practical details of exhibition for ATMOsphere America SponsorsWe would like to say, once again, many thanks to all our sponsors for their support at ATMOsphere America 2012.

And as we are quickly moving towards the event, we would like to provide them now with all details regarding their actual presentation on site and other important practical issues.
13 April 2012 | SCM Frigo: New Silver Sponsor of ATMOsphere America!For the first time, SCM Frigo, condensing units, power packs and chillers systems manufacturer, is joining ATMOsphere becoming our 5th Silver Sponsor and proving that ATMOsphere America 2012, to be held June 12-13 in Washington, is an industry-backed event.
12 April 2012 | Selected technical case studies - part 1We are proud to announce that we have selected the first five Technology Case Study Presentations to be given at ATMOsphere America 2012. Below you will find a short summary of the case studies selected:
30 March 2012 | RSES: New Bronze Sponsor for ATMOsphere America!RSES, leading education, training and certification preparation organisation for HVACR professionals in the United States, is joining ATMOsphere America as a Bronze sponsor. Mark Lowry, RSES's Executive Vice President will be presenting during the Regulatory Issues session on June 13, 2012.
26 March 2012 | New Bronze Sponsor: HB Products at ATMOsphere AmericaWe are happy to announce HB Products A/S, Danish sensor specialist,  as new Bronze Sponsor of ATMOsphere America Workshop to be held on June 12-13.

12 March 2012 | Last call for case studies, win a free seat, Alfa Laval new sponsorThis is the final call to submit an abstract for the Technology Case Study Session at ATMOsphere America 2012. Deadline is this Wednesday, March 15 and we are looking forward to receiving your submissions suiting the criteria below. In addition, we wanted to invite you to fill in a survey on Natural Refrigerants in North America - you can win a free seat at ATMOsphere America! And last but not least, we are also very happy to welcome our new Bronze Sponsor Alfa Laval.
6 March 2012 | Alfa Laval: New Bronze Sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012After sponsoring the two previous edition of ATMOsphere Europe, Alfa Laval, the Swedish expert in heat transfer, separation and fluid handling, has decided to sponsor the first edition of ATMOsphere America to be held in Washington, on June 12-13.
3 February 2012 | ATMOsphere America 2012: Welcome to Emerson Climate TechnologiesWe are very proud to announce that Emerson, one of the world’s leading provider of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions for residential, industrial, and commercial applications, has decided to become a Silver Sponsor of the first ATMOsphere America to be held on June 12-13 2012.
 
19 January 2012 | Call for Technology Case Studies - Deadline March 15, 2012In order to present the latest product and market innovations as well as efficiency results in the field of natural refrigeration (CO2, ammonia, hydrocarbons) at ATMOsphere America 2012, we are looking for case studies in the following application areas:
18 January 2012 | Obrist and Gea Bock, new Bronze Sponsors of ATMOsphere America 2012Obrist, Bronze Sponsor of ATMOsphere Events since 2009, has decided to renew its support this year again and will be with us at ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held in June 12-13!

GEA Bock Gmbh also decided to actively support the business case of natural refrigerants in America being a Bronze Sponsor of the event to come.
13 January 2012 | Carnot Refrigeration: Third Silver Sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012We are very proud to announce that Carnot Refrigeration is our new Silver Sponsor!

The Canadian manufacturer of industrial and commercial refrigeration equipments, has decided to join ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held in Washington D.C on June 12-13.
11 January 2012 | Program update, early bird reduction, ASHRAE and AHR ExpoFresh program updates for ATMOsphere America 2012 include a list of newly confirmed speakers and sponsors. In addition, you can save $100 when registering for ATMOsphere during January and February and meet the ATMOsphere team at ASHRAE and AHR Expo in Chicago later this month.
5 January 2012 | Bitzer: Second Silver Sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012We are very proud to announce that Bitzer, the German specialist in refrigeration and air conditioning system compressors, has decided to support ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held in Washington D.C on June 12-13. Welcome to our new Silver Sponsor!
4 January 2012 | Temprite new Bronze sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012Temprite, the U.S.-based component manufacturer, has decided to support the fIrst ATMOsphere America to be held in Washington DC on June 12-13 2012.
3 January 2012 | Star Refrigeration is joining ATMOsphere America 2012For the 3rd time, Star Refrigeration is joining the ATMOsphere team as a Bronze Sponsor! The Uk's largest independent engineering company for industrial refrigeration and HVAC solutions will be with us for the first ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held June 12-13 in Washington DC.
21 December 2011 | Book you room for ATMOsphere America now!Use our atmo.org website to book directly your room at the LIAISON CAPITOL HILL Hotel for $ 219 only.
15 December 2011 | Registration is open + Christmas discountWe are very glad to announce that as of today you can register for ATMOsphere America 2012! As a little holiday surprise for you, we will offer a special Christmas Discount for delegates registering during the month of December. 
14 December 2011 | Danfoss, Silver Sponsor of ATMOsphere America 2012Danfoss, one of the world leading provider for innovative CO2, ammonia and hydrocarbon refrigeration solutions, is joining ATMOsphere America 2012!
14 December 2011 | CSC: New Gold Sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012The Canadian specialist in commercial and industrial refrigeration has decided to become a Gold Sponsor of the first ATMOsphere America to be held in Washington in June 12-13 next year! 
8 December 2011 | ATMOsphere Natural Refrigerants Workshop coming to America!With the growing demand for natural refrigerants systems and components in North America, as well as the new regulations and market developments expected over the coming weeks and months, we believe that the time is right to bring the ATMOsphere Workshop on Natural Refrigerants to North America. Anyone eager to learn about the business case for natural refrigerants, including the latest developments in technology, policy and market developments is therefore kindly invited to attend ATMOsphere America.
7 December 2011 | Hill Phoenix becomes ATMOsphere America Platinum Sponsor!We are proud to announce that Hill Phoenix, one of the leading North American manufacturer of CO2 equipment, is becoming our Platinum Sponsor of ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held in Washington DC next year (June 12-13).
6 December 2011 | Mayekawa: Gold Sponsor of the first ATMOsphere America!After showing a constant support to all ATMOsphere Events we have organised in Europe, Mayekawa(MYCOM), one of the market leaders for CO2 industrial heating and cooling installations including heat pumps, is taking up the challenge of ATMOsphere America 2012 with us.
5 December 2011 | EcoThermics is joining ATMOsphere America 2012 as a Bronze SponsorFor the first time, Ecothermics Corporation, the U.S based manufacturer for compressor and related natural refrigerant technology, has decided to become a Bronze Sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held on June 12-13 (Washington DC).
2 December 2011 | Parker-Sporlan: New Bronze Sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012Parker and its Sporlan division, innovative provider of components and complete systems suitable for natural refrigerants, have decided to sponsor ATMOsphere America 2012.
1 December 2011 | Linde becomes Bronze Sponsor of ATMOsphere America 2012The Linde Group, a world leading gases and engineering company, has decided to become a bronze sponsor at ATMOsphere America 2012 to be held on June 12-13 in Washington.
30 November 2011 | New Bronze sponsor for ATMOsphere America 2012: DorinHaving already sponsored all the last ATMOsphere Europe events, Dorin, the Italian specialist for all types of compressors, has decided to pick up the challenge of bringing natural refrigerants faster to North America.