The use of HCFCs (including R22) in new refrigeration systems was banned between 2000 and 2004 (the exact date was dependant on the type of application - for large industrial equipment the ban started by January 2001). This means that all R22 refrigerant equipment currently in use in food factories is at least 5 years old.
The phase out of virgin HCFCs at the end of 2009 could have significant implications for many food and drink manufacturers. Survey in 350 food and drink factories, carried out by Carbon Trust in 2005 showed, that 70% of sites have at least one refrigerant system using R22.
It is important that R22 users begin to plan for the phase out of R22. There is little time available before the 2009 phase out date.
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