Best Brett Wetzel Podcasts (2025)

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Novar Spectrum Boards and Getting Wetzeled To The Max … Episode-446 Video 46:04

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this enjoyable episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they hilariously navigate the world of old-school Novar controllers. From driving through snow to bantering about yogurt, the duo dives into CIM boards, Spectrum boards, and rack output modules. With a mix of rants, technical details, and in…

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CO2 Diagnosis On Start up, Colorado Sasquatch, And JR The Machine Episode 455 Video 44:14

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In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass dive into eventful and humorous field experiences. They discuss classroom quirks, where students showed up late and brought unexpected humor to the sessions. Brett fights a battle with his malfunctioning computer, while Kevin shares the challenges of trouble…

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CO2 Diagnosis On Start up, Colorado Sasquatch, And JR The Machine Episode 455 Audio 44:14

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In this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass dive into eventful and humorous field experiences. They discuss classroom quirks, where students showed up late and brought unexpected humor to the sessions. Brett fights a battle with his malfunctioning computer, while Kevin shares the challenges of trouble…

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Danfoss Case Controller, What’s In the Box????, & Who’s Mathew From Michigan???? - Episode-444 - Audio 35:06

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this comically chaotic episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! While Kevin struggles with a malfunctioning VPN and frustrating remote support issues, Brett tackles a misbehaving VSD compressor and explains his VPN woes. From making fun of Matthew from Michigan to struggling with case controllers, …

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Danfoss Case Controller, What’s In the Box??, & Who’s Mathew From Michigan???- Episode-444 - Video 35:06

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this comically chaotic episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! While Kevin struggles with a malfunctioning VPN and frustrating remote support issues, Brett tackles a misbehaving VSD compressor and explains his VPN woes. From making fun of Matthew from Michigan to struggling with case controllers, …

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HEY YOU GUYS- Danfoss Case Controllers, Goonies Never Say Die - Episode 443- Audio 47:58

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Join the hilariously chaotic hosts of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass, as they navigate through a sea of technical issues and Bluetooth nightmares while diving into the functionalities of Danfoss case controllers. From misadventures in Colorado to the quirks of Thanksgiving blackout dates, this episode offers a ca…

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HEY YOU GUYS- Danfoss Case Controllers, Goonies Never Say Die - Episode 443 Video 47:58

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Join the hilariously chaotic hosts of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass, as they navigate through a sea of technical issues and Bluetooth nightmares while diving into the functionalities of Danfoss case controllers. From misadventures in Colorado to the quirks of Thanksgiving blackout dates, this episode offers a ca…

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Basic Head pressure control valves and controls 1:25:26

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This episode with deep dive into pressure controls as far as fan cycling switches, proper operation and how to check TD on the condenser as well as setting up flooding head pressure , using a holdback valve and then a receiver pressurization valve .......Join HVAC experts Kevin Compass and Brett Wetzel in this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration …

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Step One-Spread The Defrost, Kevin's in Colorado, & Why Cant People Let Me Coma Episode 442 -- Video 38:26

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilariously informative episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. The duo starts with a comical conversation about their breakfast routines before diving deep into the nitty-gritty of refrigeration challenges. From RTU integrations, defrost scheduling, and zero zone cases to handling load manag…

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Step One-Spread The Defrost, Kevin's in Colorado, & Why Cant People Let Me Coma Episode --442 Audio 38:26

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilariously informative episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. The duo starts with a comical conversation about their breakfast routines before diving deep into the nitty-gritty of refrigeration challenges. From RTU integrations, defrost scheduling, and zero zone cases to handling load manag…

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Oill failures and War Stories 1:00:53

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This episode we go through the step-by-step on how to check the operation when coming upon a oil failure scenario

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Oil system Troubleshooting part 2 45:31

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Diagnosis of other parts of the oil system

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Subcooler Operation And Troubleshooting 1:14:22

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Kevin and I discuss subcoolers and how their set up, what controllers are usually on them, and what is the proper operation with glided refrigerants

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VFDs Controlling and programming Season 1 Episode 13 1:00:05

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VFDs- In episode Kevin and I discuss control techniques on controlling compressors and controlling condenser fan motor VFDs. We also discuss on how they should be set upand little tricks enhance and some basic program them properly Join hosts Kevin Compass and Brett Wetzel in this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Training Podcast, sponsored by…

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Basic Hot Gas and Electric Case Diagnostic (Season1 Episode 5) 56:51

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In this episode we go over troubleshooting techniques to help figure out things that are wrong with electric,hot gas, and kool gas defrost Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in another episode of Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. This time, the duo tackles everything about frozen food refrigerated cases, from HVAC horror stories to in-depth tr…

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VFD Part 2 Troubleshooting (Season 1 Episode 14) 39:19

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Brett and Kevin discuss VFD Troubleshooting and diagnosis Join hosts Kevin Compass and Brett Wetzel in another engaging episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, brought to you by Western Meyer Industries. This week, they dive deep into Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), explaining their workings, troubleshooting techniques, and common issues. …

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CO2 Subcritical Pumped Liquid Season 1 Episode 16 47:39

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Kevin and I discuss the first of four series of podcasts about CO2. This podcast is about CO2 subcritical pumped liquid which are at a lot of Walmart and Sam’s locations. Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this comedic yet insightful episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they explore the Parker Sporlan S3C case controller, disc…

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Co2 Trans-critical - Season 1 Episode 18 1:00:14

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Co2 Trans-critical Kevin talks about trans critical Co2 I ask questions and look pretty.. Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this comical yet informative episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. This week, they dive into the intricacies of trans-critical CO2 systems, covering everything from compressor changes to managing oil levels…

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Basic Rack Refrigerated Case Diagnosis (Season 1 Episode 4) 1:10:28

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This episode we delve into how to diagnose a refrigerated case on a parallel rack... Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin for a humor-packed episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. They tackle service troubleshooting, diagnostic havoc, and the chaos of refrigerated cases on racks. Brett shares his week in Oklahoma's transcritical training while…

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Acing your PMs Part One 58:09

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In this episode we go through productive ways to be really good at your preventive maintenance is on your supermarket refrigeration

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Secrets To Advancing Your Career FT- Greg King, And Jeremy Smith--(Season 1 Episode 15) 55:14

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Brett Talks with Jeremy Smith, and Greg King to see what what these techs have done to advance there careers different experience diffidence ages.. Join hosts Kevin Compass and Brett Wetzel on the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast for a laid-back yet insightful episode. Sponsored by Western Meyer Industries, the leaders in commercial refrigeration, th…

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XM678 and CC200 Control, Kevin Works Over Nights And Brett's Back in Philly -Episode-441 Video 43:44

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Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilariously chaotic episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they navigate the challenges of working night shifts, swapping gutters, and dealing with heavy electrical panels. Between bouts of good-natured complaining and technical troubleshooting, they dive into the intricacies of adding XM and CC…

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XM678 and CC200 Control, Kevin Works Over Nights And Brett's Back in Philly -Episode-441 Audio 43:44

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Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilariously chaotic episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they navigate the challenges of working night shifts, swapping gutters, and dealing with heavy electrical panels. Between bouts of good-natured complaining and technical troubleshooting, they dive into the intricacies of adding XM and CC…

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Copeland CO2 I Pro Programming Explainer, What's an Aussie and a Kiwi--Episode-440 Audio 1:08:43

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You're Terrible! Advanced Refrigeration Podcast #Banter & HVAC Tips Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this rib-tickling episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. The duo kicks off with humorous banter and accusations of manipulation before diving into a detailed discussion about starting up and troubleshooting cases at Trader Joe's …

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Copeland CO2 I Pro Programming Explainer, What's an Aussie and a Kiwi--Episode-440 Video 1:08:43

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You're Terrible! Advanced Refrigeration Podcast #Banter & HVAC Tips Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this rib-tickling episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. The duo kicks off with humorous banter and accusations of manipulation before diving into a detailed discussion about starting up and troubleshooting cases at Trader Joe's …

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E3 Programming, Happy Birthday To Me, and a Chris Brown Concert- Episode-439 Audio 48:28

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! Brett kicks off with a wild story about his unexpected ER visit and encounters with Chris Brown concert-goers before they dive deep into refrigeration talk. They tackle challenges faced during CO2 startups, complain about case controller setup…

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E3 Programming, Happy Birthday To Me, and a Chris Brown Concert- Episode-439 Video 48:28

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E3 Programming, Happy Birthday To Me, and a Chris Brown Concert- Episode-439 Video Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! Brett kicks off with a wild story about his unexpected ER visit and encounters with Chris Brown concert-goers before they dive deep into refrigeration talk. The…

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More Micro Thermo Programming Wednesday Heading Back To Colorado Episode 438 Video 48:13

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Hilarious HVAC Troubleshooting: Sensors, Alarms, and Tech Bloopers Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this uproarious episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! From battling technical impatience to sharing HVAC tips, the duo dives into everything you need to know about CO2 racks, gas coolers, and microthermal configurations. Whether …

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More Micro Thermo Programming Wednesday Heading Back To Colorado Episode 438 Audio 48:13

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Hilarious HVAC Troubleshooting: Sensors, Alarms, and Tech BloopersJoin hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this uproarious episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! From battling technical impatience to sharing HVAC tips, the duo dives into everything you need to know about CO2 racks, gas coolers, and microthermal configurations. Whether i…

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Understanding Kysor Warren FTE & Kevin's Bored & Whos Bob Uecker ??? --Episode-437 Audio 40:54

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this laughter-filled episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they delve into the intricacies of Kaiser Warren FTE systems and CO2 racks. Between technical discussions about oil separators, medium temp compressors, and Tech Lab equipment, the two trade hilarious banter and recount chaotic workwee…

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Understanding Kysor Warren FTE & Kevin's Bored & Whos Bob Uecker--Episode-437 Audio 40:54

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this laughter-filled episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they delve into the intricacies of Kaiser Warren FTE systems and CO2 racks. Between technical discussions about oil separators, medium temp compressors, and Tech Lab equipment, the two trade hilarious banter and recount chaotic workwee…

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Understanding CO2, Going Through a Transcritical CO2 Racks P&ID, Are We Getting Cancelled??-Episode 436 Video 45:16

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and KevinCompass in this hilariously unfiltered episode of the Advanced RefrigerationPodcast. From wrestling with their frugality over dog training to diving deepinto the intricacies of CO2 racks, they cover it all. They walk you throughevery detail of the PNID diagram, discuss troubleshooting tips, and share theirthoughts o…

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Understanding CO2, Going Through a Transcritical CO2 Racks P&ID, Are We Getting Cancelled??- Episode 436 Audio 45:16

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and KevinCompass in this hilariously unfiltered episode of the Advanced RefrigerationPodcast. From wrestling with their frugality over dog training to diving deepinto the intricacies of CO2 racks, they cover it all. They walk you throughevery detail of the PNID diagram, discuss troubleshooting tips, and share theirthoughts o…

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Programming Micro Thermo Circuit Controls , and Giving Kevin A Panic Attack.... Episode-435 Audio 51:45

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they embark on a chaotic, humorous journey through setting up Microthermal 700 Circuit Controllers. From discussing temperamental Jeeps and shrinking co-workers to diving deep into technical setups and troubleshooting, this episode covers everything! …

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Programming Micro Thermo Circuit Controls , and Giving Kevin A Panic Attack.... Episode-435 Video 51:45

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they embark on a chaotic, humorous journey through setting up Microthermal 700 Circuit Controllers. From discussing temperamental Jeeps and shrinking co-workers to diving deep into technical setups and troubleshooting, this episode covers everything! …

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Refrigeration Line Sizing & I Saw A Bear Fighting a Snake…..Episode-434 Audio 33:07

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious episode of Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle the ins and outs of refrigerant line sizing. From the quirks of working in Colorado to the technicalities of condenser drain and suction lines, you'll get a mix of technical know-how and laugh-out-loud moments. Struggling with the la…

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Refrigeration Line Sizing & I Saw A Bear Fighting a Snake…..Episode-434 Video 33:07

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious episode of Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle the ins and outs of refrigerant line sizing. From the quirks of working in Colorado to the technicalities of condenser drain and suction lines, you'll get a mix of technical know-how and laugh-out-loud moments. Struggling with the la…

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Micro Thermo Programming, Coattails And Sweet home Chicago….Episode-433 Audio 51:43

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this laugh-out-loud episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle the intricacies of programming a Micro thermo 700 series system. From configuring light dimming settings to VFD compressors and setting up discharge groups, the duo navigates through the complexities while sharing hilarious …

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Micro Thermo Programming, Coattails And Sweet home Chicago….Episode-433 Video 51:43

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this laugh-out-loud episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle the intricacies of programming a Micro thermo 700 series system. From configuring light dimming settings to VFD compressors and setting up discharge groups, the duo navigates through the complexities while sharing hilarious …

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Danfoss Pack controller, Icad-600A to Icad-600B, and Kevin Goes Golfing- Episode-432 Video 45:27

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious and educational episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. Brett recounts his miserable time working in the pouring rain while tackling control conversions on rooftop units in Atlanta. They navigate through setting up network connections for Danfoss controllers, battling tech woes, and…

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Danfoss Pack controller, Icad-600A to Icad-600B, and Kevin Goes Golfing- Episode-432 Audio 45:27

3M ago45:27

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this hilarious and educational episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast. Brett recounts his miserable time working in the pouring rain while tackling control conversions on rooftop units in Atlanta. They navigate through setting up network connections for Danfoss controllers, battling tech woes, and…

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Parallel Compression, A Participation Trophy, And Jacob's Tight Pants ... Episode .... 431 Audio 39:20

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this laugh-out-loud episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they dive into the unexpected trials and insights of parallel compression and HVAC maintenance. From the saga of Jacob's tight pants to the woes of working on sunny metal roofs cluttered with solar panels, this episode mixes comic relie…

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Parallel Compression, A Participation Trophy, And Jacobs Tight Pants .. Episode.. 431-Video 39:20

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this laugh-out-loud episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they dive into the unexpected trials and insights of parallel compression and HVAC maintenance. From the saga of Jacob's tight pants to the woes of working on sunny metal roofs cluttered with solar panels, this episode mixes comic relie…

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E3 Time Schedules, It is Really Humid in Louisiana …….. Episode 430 Audio 39:35

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this humorous episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle the challenges of working in Louisiana's humidity, reminisce about old RMCC systems in an ice cream factory, and dive into setting up time schedules for the E3 controller. Amidst comical asides about weight loss and tech struggles…

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E3 Time Schedules, It is Really Humid in Louisiana …….. Episode 430 Video 39:35

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Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this humorous episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as theytackle the challenges of working in Louisiana's humidity, reminisce about old RMCC systems in an ice cream factory, and dive into setting up time schedulesfor the E3 controller. Amidst comical asides about weight loss and techstruggles, t…

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Tuning Racks Part 3 (Season 1 Episode 23) 36:01

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Tuning racks we also talk about cases antisweats and building pressurization Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass on the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle everything from the latest Parker Sporlan S3 C case controller to balancing cases and managing HVAC systems. Discover the ins and outs of quick setups, efficient system operation…

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Glycol Refrigeration Racks (Season 1 Episode 25) 55:35

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In this episode Kevin and I break down secondary cooling talking about glycol refrigeration Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this chuckle-worthy episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as they tackle the intricacies of glycol systems. While navigating the sticky world of glycol leaks, pressures, and expansions, they also share the…

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Pipeing and Engineering Part 2 40:36

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Part two going through engineering with Joe Sigg,,,, oin hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass as they welcome special guest Joe to tackle the controversial world of HVAC piping! In this enlightening yet hilariously unfiltered episode, they dive deep into the pros and cons of Bullhead liquid lines, the essentials of UV jacketing, and how underground…

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Condenser Efficiency (Season 1 Episode 28) 22:34

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Kevin’s riding Solo, he talks about the efficiency of condensers and diagnostic Join host Kevin Compass in this humorous yet informative episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Training podcast. Kevin talks about the pitfalls of using sprinklers on condensers and provides essential tips for maintaining and troubleshooting them efficiently during summ…

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Electrical Shorts And Electrical Diagnostic (Season 1 Episode 29) 51:11

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Kevin and I talked about electrical troubleshooting finding shorts finding bad relays Join hosts Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this entertaining episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast! They dive into the world of electrical shorts, troubleshooting tips, and their personal misadventures in the field. From losing their cool over stubborn t…