ACADEMIC PROGRAM 2023

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THEMATIC OF THE CONGRESS

Decarbonization and the Future of the HVAC/R Industry

Regulations, projects, practices and analysis on how they will impact our industry's decisions regarding decarbonization.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Yesenia Rector
Director IIAR
United States
Carlos Grinberg
Director Estudio Grinberg Ingenieros Consultores - Argentina
Darío Ibargüengoitia
BCxP by ASHRAE, Edge Auditor and Expert Fitwel Ambassador & LEED Felow - México
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
HVAC ROOM
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DAY 1

WEDNESDAY JULY 26, 2023

09:00 - 10:00 | Keynote speaker

How to be a human in a technical world

Eng. Karine Leblanc

Distinguished Lecturer for ASHRAE - Estados Unidos

10:00 - 11:00 | Conference

Decarbonization as a business strategy

To achieve the permanent goal of decarbonization, the use of technologies, which must be marketed and sold, is key. Decarbonization touches sensitive points, urgencies that make this, much more than an opportunity, must be approached as a business strategy and not only as a sales strategy, already difficult in itself. More than a sales strategy, it is a strategy of transformation, of how we work and operate and how we can be extremely useful to customers, society and the environment. In this way, we make marketing and sales a much more effective and powerful activity, which requires, however, a change in our usual way of thinking and acting.

Eng. Johann Gathman

AdvanceBau - Puerto Rico
11:00 - 11:30 | Break - Inauguration of Trade Show

11:30 - 12:30 | Conference

Indoor Air Quality: A Case Study Catholic University of Puerto Rico

This lecture will present the work done to improve the air quality within the enclosed areas of the university; how that quality was measured and how it was possible to establish an environment of trust for both the people who work at the institution and those who visit it.

Eng. Jaime J. Vega Dávila

SAEG Engineering Group - Puerto Rico
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch

14:00 - 16:00 | Conference

The technical variables behind the cooling systems

Eng. Jorge Hernández

Distinguished Lecturer for ASHRAE - Estados Unidos

16:00 - 17:00 | Conference

Statistics-based sales best practices for salespeople and managers

The objective of the talk is for the participant to learn why certain sales practices work and which ones they should use in their day to day. We will see in detail which practices make the best salespeople stand out from the rest and what buyers think differentiates the best salespeople from the average salespeople.

Guitze Messina

HARDI LATAM - USA
17:00 - 19:00 | Visit to Expo - Welcome Cocktail - CALA Awards

DAY 2

THURSDAY JULY 27, 2023

09:00 - 10:00 | CALA Awards Finalists Panel

The challenge of designing and implementing HVAC/R projects in the 21st century.

Daniel Dominguez Lucero

Flutec - México

Salo Ponchner Geller

MultiFRIO - Costa Rica

William Celin Sánchez Chacón

Clima Ideal - Costa Rica

Cristian Camilo Rodríguez

Dismec - Colombia

10:00 - 11:00 | Conference

Zero-energy buildings: key concept for decarbonization in buildings

Objectives of the conference: To show the global context of energy consumption of buildings and the CO2 emissions they produce. Show the main activities that lead to Zero Energy Buildings (ECE) and how this leads to reduce CO2 emissions in the operation of buildings. Reflections for the implementation of these measures in the Latin American context.

Eng. Ernesto Porras

Consultant - Colombia
11:00 - 11:30 | Break

11:30 - 12:30 | Conference

Use of control and data platforms for operational management and energy savings in buildings

Learn about new trends in control systems - BMS. BMS systems focus not only on data but on maintaining comfort and safety while maintaining the highest possible operational efficiency in buildings. Discover how control systems are a vehicle that connects the building's mechanical systems, and how they are fundamental tools for building operation.

Eng. Andrés Ricardo Álvarez

Johnson Controls - Colombia
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch

14:00 - 15:00 | Conference

Seamless solution for VRF systems and DX Equipment

We will present a case study that will address a typical problem faced by manufacturers due to poor installation of DX and VRF systems and equipment and show how a novel weldless solution will achieve a faster and safer result without the use of fire and heavy equipment, and also generate savings of up to 30% in installation cost.

Eng. Andrés Zamora

Daikin Applied Latin America - USA

15:00 - 16:00 | Conference

The new building: back to the future

The accelerating pace of digital transformation has changed the way we manage, operate and interact in buildings. Now more than ever, it is essential to ensure the well-being, safety and security of occupants and visitors, while also achieving operational and energy efficiencies in a competitive market.

Eng. Eduardo Miranda

Honeywell - México
16:00 | END
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACADEMIC CONGRESS, PLEASE CONTACT US:
Juliet Zapata
SALES ACADEMIC CONGRESS
[email protected]

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+(57) 302 563 4105
Duván Chaverra
ACADEMIC COORDINATOR

SEND YOUR PROPOSALS TO:
[email protected]

THEMATIC OF THE CONGRESS

Decarbonization and the Future of the HVAC/R Industry

Regulations, projects, practices and analysis on how they will impact our industry's decisions regarding decarbonization.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Yesenia Rector
Director IIAR
United States
Carlos Grinberg
Director Estudio Grinberg Ingenieros Consultores - Argentina
Darío Ibargüengoitia
BCxP by ASHRAE, Edge Auditor and Expert Fitwel Ambassador & LEED Felow - México
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
REFRIGERATION ROOM
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DAY 1

WEDNESDAY JULY 26, 2023

09:00 - 10:00 | Keynote Speaker

How to be a human in a technical world

Eng. Karine Leblanc

Distinguished Lecturer for ASHRAE - Estados Unidos

10:00 - 11:00 | Conference

Are all refrigerants hazardous?

The carbon footprint, origins and ways to reduce it. Effects of refrigerants on people and the environment. The Protocols, Amendments and future trends of refrigerants. Reduction/elimination schedules. Safety aspects of new refrigerants. MSDS sheets.

Eng. Ernesto Sanguinetti

Cold Import - Perú
11:00 - 11:30 | Break - Inauguration of Trade Show

11:30 - 12:30 | Conference

Slightly flammable A2L refrigerants in the cold rooms

At this conference, the safety and efficiency of refrigeration systems with A2L refrigerants in cold rooms, as well as the applicable rules and regulations will be discussed. It will also address issues such as the selection and proper handling of A2L refrigerants, environmental and economic benefits of their use. The conference aims to explain the safe and responsible use of A2L slightly flammable refrigerants in cold rooms.

Eng. Gildardo Yáñez

FB - México
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch

14:00 - 15:00 | Conference

ASHRAE STRATEGIES AND METHODOLOGY FOR EFFICIENCY IN SUPERMARKETS AND REFRIGERATED FACILITIES

Eng. Giovanni Barletta

President of ACAIRE - Colombia

15:00 - 16:00 | Conference

PREDICTIVE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE OF CHILLERS

Eng. Richardi Ríos

Consultant - Chile

16:00 - 17:00 | Conference

Selection and design of CO2 refrigerant evaporators

Eng. Gabriel Gutiérrez

Colmac Coil Manufacturing - México
17:00 - 19:00 | Visit to Expo - Welcome Cocktail - CALA Awards

DAY 2

THURSDAY JULY 27, 2023

09:00 - 10:00 | CALA Awards Finalists Panel

The challenge of designing and implementing HVAC/R projects in the 21st century.

Daniel Dominguez Lucero

Flutec - México

Salo Ponchner Geller

MultiFRIO - Costa Rica

William Celin Sánchez Chacón

Clima Ideal - Costa Rica

Cristian Camilo Rodríguez

Dismec - Colombia

10:00 - 11:00 | Conference

Good practices in refrigeration with hydrocarbons

This conference aims to share information on the use of hydrocarbon refrigerants low environmental impact, as well as address the challenges and opportunities in the transition to more sustainable technologies. The topics to be discussed during the conference will be the, regulations, environmental standards, safety in the handling and transport of refrigerants, environmental impact and sustainability, among others.

Eng. Gildardo Yáñez

FB - México
11:00 - 11:30 | Break

11:30 - 12:30 | Conference

The effect of refrigerants on the ozone layer: what are we doing at CTRA?

Elena Mendez

José Colón Rodríguez

Vicepresident of the College of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technicians (CTRA)
Elena Mendez

Félix Rosa González

Secretary of the College of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technicians (CTRA)
Elena Mendez

Subject: Montreal Protocol & Kigali Amendment - What is the impact on the HVAC industry?

Linda Miranda

Invited from Mexico by the College of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technicians (CTRA)
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch

14:00 - 15:00 | Conference

Why replace thermostatic valves with electronic expansion valves?

In this conference, the advantages of installing electronic expansion valves in refrigeration systems will be announced, in a presentation that will offer tips and graphs that demonstrate energy savings.

Eng. Thiago Fernandes

Full Gauge Controls - Brasil

15:00 - 16:00 | Conference

Thermal efficiency in refrigeration systems

Today the issue of energy efficiency is very important from the point of view of environmental and economic sustainability for the industry. This talk addresses relevant considerations that must be considered when designing cooling systems, selecting a suitable system to the needs, develop an effective preventive maintenance plan, propose improvements that enhance the use of thermal resources, thermodynamic analysis of proper use of refrigeration equipment, study of thermal loads with the help of available software. Finally, to conclude, we will provide examples of successful experiences in our country, as well as the consequences of not considering thermal studies and analysis of our refrigeration installations. This presentation covers examples in commercial and industrial refrigeration.

Eng. Edgardo Rivas

Alfa y Omega - Chile
16:00 | END
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACADEMIC CONGRESS, PLEASE CONTACT US:
Juliet Zapata
SALES ACADEMIC CONGRESS
[email protected]

CLICK TO OPEN WHATSAPP
+(57) 302 563 4105
Duván Chaverra
ACADEMIC COORDINATOR

SEND YOUR PROPOSALS TO:
[email protected]
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THURSDAY JULY 27, 2023

12:00 - 12:50 | Conference

Trends in the supply of chillers using low GWP refrigerants and their regulatory implications.

Learn about the trends in the supply of chillers using low GWP refrigerants, as well as the regulatory implications of both the United States and Latin American countries. The global trend of reducing global warming by reducing the emission of greenhouse gases, including refrigerants used in air conditioning equipment, and the actions taken by the different governments of the countries, make it extremely important that the Air Conditioning professionals are up to date on this issue.

Adalberto Charnichart

Regional Sales Director - Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

13:00 - 13:50 | Conference

MIDEA COOLING SOLUTIONS FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Elena Mendez

Ing. Ramón J. Junco

VP Oldach Trading

Elena Mendez

Ing. Alfredo Díaz

OLDACH / MIDEA

14:00 - 14:50 | Conference

Energy saving methods in hydronic systems and applications for the hospitality industry.

Energy saving methods in hydronic systems.

Gabriel Govete

Vice President, Area Sales

Taco Comfort Solutions

15:00 - 15:50 | Conference

New HFO's Refrigerants for Commercial Refrigeration, Chillers, and Air Conditioning from Chemours™.

Technical sales talk by Carrier, sponsor of Chemours.

Miguel A. Escamilla-Escarcega

Chemours

16:00 - 16:50 | Conference

Introduction to Haier MRV-5 VRF Systems

Courtney Gardner

Senior Manager, Product Service & Development

VRF - GE Appliances

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For more information about the academic congress, please contact us:
Juliet Zapata
ACADEMIC CONGRESS SALES
[email protected]

CLICK TO OPEN WHATSAPP
+(57) 302 563 4105
Duván Chaverra
ACADEMIC DIRECTOR

SEND YOUR PROPOSALS TO:
[email protected]
COST OF THE CONGRESS: USD$350
Take advantage of discount options in the academic program
Referral program
40% discount
For groups of three or more people.
Historicals program
50% discount
In the value of the academic program for attendees who have participated in previous Refriaméricas congresses.
Early payment program
30% discount
In the academic program for those who pay for the program before July 19.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACADEMIC CONGRESS, PLEASE CONTACT US:
Juliet Zapata
ACADEMIC CONGRESS SALES
[email protected]

CLICK TO OPEN WHATSAPP
+(57) 302 563 4105
Duván Chaverra
ACADEMIC DIRECTOR

SEND YOUR PROPOSALS TO:
[email protected]