A2L equipment tops 90% of distributor sales
The figure marks a rapid acceleration across the industry
Image: HARDI
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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