Arkema expands low-GWP forane refrigerant range globally
Arkema will offer a range of lower global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants to the global market, increasing access to next generation refrigerant solutions. The expansion of Arkema's portfolio through a commercial arrangement with Honeywell International Inc. will strengthen global supply chains, address increased demand for HFO blends in the HVACR industry and ensure continued supply, consistent with the HFC phasedown.
Arkema will expand its range of low-GWP refrigerants globally under the Forane brand through a commercial deal with Honeywell. These next-gen HFO blends meet HVACR regulations, improve energy efficiency, and support the HFC phasedown. Solutions include R-454B, R-448A, R-449A, R-452A, and R-513A, targeting both comfort cooling and commercial refrigeration.
Arkema will sell HFO blends under its Forane brand. These refrigerants – many of which are already preferred by leading equipment manufacturers – meet HVACR industry regulations and improve energy efficiency for businesses and homeowners. The solutions include: Forane 454B (R-454B), which possesses a GWP of 466 and exhibits properties comparable to R-410A. This refrigerant has been specified by several original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for use in comfort cooling applications.
Forane 448A (R-448A) and Forane 449A (R-449A) have been developed as replacements for R-404A, R-507A, R-22 and R-407. They are particularly well-suited for use in low to medium commercial refrigeration applications, including supermarkets, cold storage rooms, walk-in coolers and freezers, refrigerated display cases, and centralized rack systems.
Forane 452A (R-452A) is another alternative to R-404A for transport refrigeration.
Forane 513A (R-513A) reduces GWP by over 50% compared to R-134A. It's suitable for centrifugal chillers, medium temperature refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pumps.
Arkema remains dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for the HVACR industry. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged.
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