A2L equipment tops 90% of distributor sales

The figure marks a rapid acceleration across the industry

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A2L equipment in September accounted for 91 percent of HVAC distributor sales, according to HARDI data released Wednesday. 

The big picture: The release, which encompasses residential and commercial central ducted systems, marks a rapid acceleration across the industry, with the figure growing more than fivefold from 17 percent in January.

What they’re saying: “This transition has happened fast,” said HARDI CEO Talbot Gee. “Distributors and contractors have moved decisively toward the next generation of low-GWP refrigerants.”

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