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The Role of Nitrogen Brazing in Refrigerant Lines: Ensuring Efficiency and Durability

  • By Paradigm Cooling
  • May 27, 2024
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With nitrogen, oxygen is displaced, creating an oxygen-free environment that prevents oxidation and ensures a clean, durable bond.

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Refrigeration System Evacuation: Ensuring Optimal Performance

  • By Paradigm Cooling
  • May 22, 2024
  • 2 comments
Refrigeration System Evacuation Micron Gauge
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The refrigeration evacuation process removes non-condensable gases, moisture, and contaminants from the system.

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Cape Town’s weather can be unpredictable—sweltering summers in Claremont, windy, sandy conditions in Muizenberg, and chilly winters in Constantia. Your air conditioning system works hard all year, but without seasonal maintenance, its performance and efficiency can suffer.

At Paradigm Cooling, we recommend seasonal air conditioning check-ups to prevent costly breakdowns, lower energy bills, and extend system lifespan. Here’s a complete guide to maintaining your AC throughout the year.

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Cape Town summers can be scorching hot, with temperatures in the Southern Suburbs often reaching the mid-30s. During these months, air conditioners run almost non-stop, and electricity bills can skyrocket.

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At Paradigm Cooling, we help Southern Suburbs homeowners and businesses optimise their AC systems for maximum comfort without breaking the bank. Here’s how you can keep your air conditioner energy efficient during Cape Town’s summers.

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At Paradigm Cooling, we’ve repaired countless aircons with this issue. The good news? In most cases, the cause can be diagnosed and fixed quickly.

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