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Many repairers are now aware of HFO-1234yf refrigerant which is the replacement for R134a in vehicle a/c systems, and have no doubt seen many campaigns aimed at them in attempts to persuade them to invest in new HFO-1234yf service equipment. Market leaders Autoclimate however advise caution when deciding what new equipment to purchase.

Tags:  R134a   HFO-1234yf   Garage Equipment  

Autoclimate, as a major supplier of R134a refrigerant into the UK automotive market, are well aware of the situation regarding contaminated refrigerant originating from the Far East. This is not coming from genuine refrigerant manufacturers, but rather “middlemen” who are counter-fitting under well known manufacturer names – simply, they are diluting the refrigerant by adding impurities to the R134a. Adding impure R134a into a vehicle system will lead to poor a/c performance, parts damage, and health and safety risks if any contact is made with the refrigerant

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2012 promises to be an exciting year for Autoclimate, with the planned expansion of its tools and equipment product range. Core to this is Autoclimate’s Repairer Approved Product Scheme (RAPS), which sees independent, non-influenced Repairers test new products and evaluate them before reporting back to Autoclimate their feedback – a minimum 60% score must be achieved for Autoclimate to proceed with the introduction of any new product to its range.

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The introduction of HFO-1234yf is a very significant development in automotive air conditioning. The new gas has been introduced due to EU legislation passed that will mean a reduction in the global warming potential (GWP) of air conditioning systems in the automotive sector.

Tags:  Equipment   Servicing   HFO-1234yf   Refrigerant  

The Vacufill coolant exchanger is exclusively supplied in the UK by Autoclimate. Powered by compressed air, the machine is ideal for accident repairers for coolant evacuation, test and refill. With the universal adaptors provided, the Vacufill easily connects to the radiator filler neck or header tank, there is no need to remove or cut into hoses. The machine’s vacuum function enables coolant to be evacuated quickly and efficiently.

Tags:  Autoclimate   Equipment   Fluid-Handling   Coolant Exchange  

Major parts distributors Autoclimate - who supply more than 1000 UK accident repairers, is expanding its range of high quality bumper products. The company’s product engineers are preparing to increase the range during Q4 2011 and Q1 2012, leading to coverage of the UK’s most popular cars and vans. Autoclimate first introduced bumpers in 2009 adding to its catalogue of 20,000 lighting, cooling and air conditioning components.

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With an ever increasing number of vehicles on the road with air conditioning, the servicing opportunity continues to grow and accident repairers are well placed to take advantage of this work.

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Autoclimate has been elected as a member of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders - effective 25th July 2011.

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The introduction of HFO-1234yf is a very significant development in automotive air conditioning. However, it is important to appreciate that the new refrigerant will only have limited impact during 2012 and well into 2013. By the end of 2012, it is estimated that fewer than 30 vehicle model types will have HFO-1234yf and to begin with, its availability will be restricted to vehicle manufacturers – hence its impact outside the franchise sector is most likely to be minimal. Given the company’s unique position in the UK A/C servicing market, Autoclimate is maintaining close contact with the vehicle manufacturers in order to exchange information about the latest position and will confirm the specification of its fully approved HFO-1234yf refrigerant management station in Q3 2011.

Tags:  HFO-1234yf   Refrigerant   Garage Equipment  

Autoclimate, major parts supplier to accident repairers, has added the Hella mega macs 42 diagnostic tool to its product range. The unit meets the needs of repairers who require the capability to carry out their own diagnostics and ECU reset work without reverting to using sub-contractors, and therefore represents an additional revenue-generating opportunity.

Tags:  Diagnostics   Mega Macs   Hella   Garage Equipment