The 2025 EPA AIM Act phase-down forced the industry off R-410A. Here is what Florida restaurants need to know about the transition.
Lower GWP (466 vs. 2088 for R-410A) makes it compliant with the EPA AIM Act phase-down.
No. R-454B is A2L (mildly flammable) and requires UL-listed components designed for it. Hardware matters.
You can keep running R-410A units until failure. Plan replacements with R-454B-native equipment.
The 2023 FMC amendments added A2L-specific requirements. Confirm local AHJ interpretation before install.
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