Refrigerant Reset: What Properties Need to Know About R32 and R454B -PAAWW#23
PAA Webinar Wednesdays-supported by Multifamily Insiders
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The HVAC landscape is shifting fast, and your properties need to keep up. With R410A being phased down, low GWP refrigerants like R32 and R454B are stepping in. They are not just technical upgrades; they are operational game changers.
This webinar breaks down what property managers and maintenance technicians must know to stay compliant, efficient, and ahead of resident expectations.
We’ll cover:
- What R32 and R454B are and why they matter for your buildings
- Key differences from HFC refrigerants like R410A
- Safety, training, and equipment compatibility considerations
- How the refrigerant transition affects budgets, timelines, and resident communications
- Actionable steps to prepare your team and properties for the switch
Whether you're overseeing capital improvements or servicing HVAC equipment in the field, this session will help you lead the transition with confidence.
Angel Davila is a seasoned multifamily professional who began his career in 2006 as a porter after returning from deployment in the United States Marine Corps. With nearly two decades of hands-on experience, he now serves as the Regional Maintenance Supervisor for RMR Residential, overseeing operations across Colorado, Arizona, and Texas.
Angel previously served as a National Maintenance Trainer for a Colorado-based property management company operating in 23 states. He has held leadership roles including serving on the Austin Apartment Association Board of Directors and the AAA Education Foundation Board of Directors. In 2018, he was honored as the Texas Apartment Association Maintenance Professional of the Year, and in 2019, he received national recognition as the CAMT of the Year from the National Apartment Association.
He has traveled extensively throughout the continental United States, delivering maintenance and leadership training for a diverse range of industry organizations. These include the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, where he serves as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Instructor, the North American Technician Excellence (NATE), the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES), and numerous apartment associations across the country. His commitment to education and mentorship continues to elevate the standards and performance of maintenance professionals nationwide.
PAA Webinar Wednesdays-supported by Multifamily Insiders-is the largest weekly premium webinar series in the multifamily industry, helping you gain the skills to improve your performance and advance in your career! Through this program, you get access to innovative ideas, best practices, and emerging trends from a variety of topics, including customer service, leasing and marketing, resident retention, career advancement, leadership techniques, and other property management skills to become a superstar at your company and/or in your profession!
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