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Yellow Jacket Ball Valve Tool

YELLOW JACKET® 5/16″ 4-IN-1 BALL VALVE TOOL (FOR R-410A SYSTEMS WITH 5/16″ ACCESS PORTS)

OVERVIEW

Similar to the 1/4″ 4-in-1 core tool but with 5/16″ flare fittings. For use with R-410A systems and mini splits with larger 5/16″ service ports.

Made in the USA 🇺🇸

UPC# Description

18985 5/16″ Vacuum/charge valve with side port

18981 5/16″ Vacuum/charge valve without side port

18987 5/16″ Grappler rod/nut assembly

18988 5/16″ Rethread accessory

18989 5/16″ Schrader remover

18984 Seal kit includes core, cap, 4 “O” rings, gasket

19305 Schrader cores (10 pak)

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Finding Replacement Blades

Finding a replacement fan blade doesn't have to be difficult. Collect some basic info, then use your Lau prop chart or call us for help selecting the right blade. To find a replacement fan blade:

•Measure diameter

•Determine pitch/rotation using Lau pitch gauge

•Note number of blades & shape

•Visit your local Lau distributor or refer to the Lau Replacement Propellers Performance Chart: http://ow.ly/tt2r50JiWkq

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WAACCA Annual Membership Appreciation Event

Great WAACCA Annual Membership Appreciation Event at the race track! What a fun evening – eating, drinking, betting and cheering on those ponies! Had their own banquet room with the best view and delicious food, plus a  private bar and betting window. It was a VIP experience all the way around! 

Raffle Sponsors – Lennox, Build Products NW, and York. The raffle prizes were a big hit! 

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More RGF IAQ Training!!!

Another RGF IAQ training in the books - certifying more contractors….#hvac #hvaclife #hvacrep #hvactech #techlife #replife #bpnw #buildproducts #buildproductsnw #buildproductsnorthwest #rgf #haloled #iaq #indoorairquality #cleanair #halo

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Training, training, training

Still getting trainings done in the new world… Online and in-person training! #training #inperson #remotetraining #hvac #hvaclife #hvac rep #hvactech #techlife #replife #bpnw #buildproducts #buildproductsnw #buildproductsnorthwest

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YELLOW JACKET®️ MAXFLOW™ EVACUATION HOSE KIT

EVACUATION HOSE KIT

OVERVIEW

Get the best performance out of your vacuum pump. By combining two very popular YELLOW JACKET® products, system evacuation time can be significantly reduced. The MaxFlow™ Evacuation Kits combine a ½” vacuum hose with our most popular core removal tool for more than five times the evacuation speed then when standard hose sizes are used.

Key Feature/ Benefits

•1/4” and 5/16″ Core/Vacuum/Charge

•Tools removes cores that cause restriction

•1/2″ Large diameter hose creates full, quicker flow

•Heavy duty hose won’t collapse

•Vacuum rated to 20 microns

93887: 3/8“ x 1/4” 45°

93889: 3/8“ x 5/16” 45°

•Opens up over 90% of internal diameter of access hose

•Perform A/C and refrigeration system evacuations more than 5x faster than using 1/4” hoses

•Reduce the time it takes to pull and hold vacuum leaving a tight and dry system

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Spectroline Coolseal AC Leak Sealer

COOLSEAL AC Leak Sealer is 1 of the 3 Spectroline specialized System Additives solutions! Compatible with all refrigerants, help guard against leaks and contaminates. Find the one that suits your tool kit - https://bit.ly/3IwsZp1

#spectroline #acleak #hvac #hvacrepair #acrepair #acleaksealer #compressor #leak #leakdetection #Coolseal #hvaclife #hvacrep #hvactech #techlife #replife #bpnw #buildproducts #buildproductsnw #buildproductsnorthwest

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RGF IAQ Solutions Trainings

Another training in the books!! Clean air is life! RGF training… If you and your team are interested in learning more about indoor air quality and offering your customers the best IAQ products. We offer trainings that will educate your techs on providing whole home protection with RGF's Total IAQ Solutions. Please reach out to Build Products today to find out more information. 

Clean Air Is Life, Let Us Protect Yours!

#rgf #rgfenvironmental #cleanair #iaq #indoorairquality #hvac #hvaclife #hvacrep #hvactech #techlife #replife #cleanhome #airquality #iaqspecialists #certifiedairqualityspecialists #cleanairislife #bpnw #buildproducts #buildproductsnw #buildproductsnorthwest #trainings #TheNewNormal #REMEHALO #IAQsolutions #breatheclean #cleanairislife #HALO

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Great Pay In The Trades

Lots of opportunities with great pay!

Half of payroll workers in construction earn more than $49,070, and the top 25% make at least $75,820, according to the latest May 2021 Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and NAHB analysis. In comparison, the U.S. median wage is $45,760, with the top quartile (top 25%) making at least $68,590.

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YELLOW JACKET® RecoverXLT™ recovery machine

The YELLOW JACKET® RECOVERXLT2-AP™ recovery machine…

The drive to lower global warming potential refrigerants with increased flammability has necessitated the evolution of the market leading YELLOW JACKET® RecoverXLT™ recovery machine: The new RecoverXLT2-AP™ Refrigerant Recovery Machine with twin cylinder 1/2 hp oil less compressor and gravity drain condenser. The unique “ambient pressure switch” and three meter power cord comply with the current safety requirements. The RecoverXLT2-AP is specifically designed for the new lower GWP refrigerants including R-32, R-1234yf and R-1234ze as well as the most common CFC, HFC and HFO refrigerants, including R-22, R-404A, R-407, R-410A, R-448A and R-449A.

Set yourself up to work smart. Surround yourself with the hardest working, highest performing tools available. The YELLOW JACKET RecoverXLT2-AP and other YELLOW JACKET service tools for the HVAC/R service professional.

How did France manage to avoid the issue of 45 Mt eq. CO2? Recovery and regeneration of refrigerants. See video (French). Also view additional videos below.

FEATURES

1/2 hp, twin cylinder, oil-less compressor for fast recovery of Class III, IV and V refrigerants including R-32, R-1234yf and R-1234ze.

Safe venting of case interior prior to start up.

Low pressure switch stops recovery above ambient pressure for leaking systems to prevent pulling air into recovery cylinders.

Low pressure bypass for recovery of leak-free systems.Patented single valve control for easy changeover from liquid to vapor to purge.

Auto purge clears residual refrigerant for quick change from one refrigerant to another.

Condenser with gravity drain keeps recovery tank up to 10° cooler for reliable operation in high ambient conditions.

Lightweight case designed for easy carrying.

One year warranty.

Designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

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More RGF Training

The team at Taylor Heating is certified! Thank you for choosing RGF to provide clean indoor air for your customers..#rgf #rgfenvironmental #cleanair #iaq #indoorairquality #hvac #hvaclife #hvacrep #hvactech #techlife #replife #cleanhome #airquality #iaqspecialists #certifiedairqualityspecialists #cleanairislife #bpnw #buildproducts #buildproductsnw #buildproductsnorthwest #trainings #TheNewNormal #REMEHALO #IAQsolutions #breatheclean #cleanairislife #HALO 

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Community college enrollment is down, but skilled-trades programs are booming

Since the pandemic began, more than a million students have held off from going to college, opting to work instead. Two-year public schools have been among the hardest hit — they're down about three-quarters of a million students. Skilled-trades programs are the exception. Across the country, associate's degree programs in fields like HVAC and automotive repair have seen enrollment numbers swell.

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New Product!

YELLOW JACKET®️ YJACK MANO™ WIRELESS DUAL PORT MANOMETER

OVERVIEW

YJACK MANO™ for Accurate Pressure Measurements

Take accurate static pressure measurements up to +/- 80 inches of water column with the YJACK MANO™ Wireless Dual Port Manometer 67068 by YELLOW JACKET®. Measure pressure drop across a filter or Total External Static Pressure (TESP) with the included static pressure tips. Measure gas pressure at the regulator inlet and outlets with the 1/8” NPT fitting or slide gas adapter. Use the integrated display to view the system readings or view and analyze all the system measurements with the YJACK VIEW™ app. Soft case included for convenient storage of manometer and adapters​.

Wireless static pressure measurements up to +/- 80 inches of water column​

Accuracy & Resolution: +/- 0.03 from 0 to 2 inWC, +/- 1.5% full scale from 2 to 80 inWC, 0.01 inWC resolution​

Accurately measure pressure drop across a filter or Total External Static Pressure (TESP) with the included static pressure tips​

Measure gas pressure at the regulator inlet and outlets with the 1/8” NPT fitting or slide gas adapter​

Includes soft case for convenient storage of manometer and adapters​

Rotating mounting magnet for optimal Bluetooth® transmitter placement​

High-resolution graphic display with special modes for clear visibility – even in direct sunlight

Bluetooth® 4.2 compliant low energy radio​

400 ft line of sight signal range*​

Compatible with YJACK VIEW™ App ​

Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)​

Storage Temperature: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)​

Up to 280-hour battery life with power-saving mode (2x AAA included)​

2-year warranty

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RGF Making Mass Transit Safer!

The Capital District Transportation Authority - CDTA in Albany, NY has announced that all buses are now equipped with RGF's PHI technology. Thank you to our partners in public transit United Safety & Survivability Corporation. Clean Air is Life, Let Us Help Protect Yours. https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/new-york/cdta-enhances-covid-19-safety-measures-for-employees-and-customers/ #CleanAirIsLife

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Old Yellow Jacket Manifold

Take a look at this historical manifold from @ritchieyellowjacket. Made in 1968, this was our first manifold that had a protected cage around the gauges….

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