Tune in to the best podcast in the cooling industry. Join host Jamie Kitchen who will cover a wide range of HVAC-R topics, from hands-on tips to general industry trends. You’ll learn how to save time on startup & commissioning, reduce call backs and get the best performance from a system. Want to find out if your airflow is correct or how to determinet quickly? You’ve come to the right place.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 49:27
In this episode of Taking the Temperature, Jorg flips roles and interviews Jamie and John about the “middle child” of HVAC: humidity. They unpack dew point, dry bulb vs. wet…
Aug 27, 2026 · 38:46
In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVACR, host Jamie Kitchen sits down with Matthieu Stoll to explore how modern heat pumps are reshaping residential, multifamily, and…
Jul 29, 2026 · 42:33
In this episode of “Taking the Temperature of HVAC,” Jamie Kitchen is joined by John Broughton and Jörg Saar to swap their strangest refrigeration and HVAC stories from the…
Jun 25, 2026 · 50:17
In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVAC, Jamie Kitchen sits down with John and Jorg to unpack the real-world differences between TXVs (thermal expansion valves) and…
May 22, 2026 · 48:18
Oversizing HVAC and refrigeration equipment might seem like the “safe” choice—but it can quietly destroy efficiency, product quality, and component life. In this episode of…
Apr 22, 2026 · 38:01
In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVACR, Jamie Kitchen is joined by John Broughton and Jorg Saar to break down the essentials of cold rooms, walk-in boxes, and…
Mar 25, 2026 · 51:00
In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVAC, Jamie Kitchen sits down with John Broughton and Jorg Saar to explore the fascinating history of refrigerants—from harvested…
Feb 25, 2026 · 38:25
In this episode of Taking the Temperature of HVACR, host Jamie Kitchen joins Jorg and John to discuss how supermarkets can reclaim “waste heat” from their refrigeration systems…
Jan 27, 2026 · 41:23
Host Jamie Kitchen and guest Jorg Saar compare CO₂ with A2L/HFO-HFC blends and A3 options like propane (R290), explaining why CO₂ isn’t new, what transcritical operation means,…
Dec 23, 2025 · 37:28
In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC/R, host Jamie Kitchen talks with Jason Kollman (Danfoss Turbocor®) about what makes oil-free, magnetic-bearing centrifugal…
Nov 25, 2025 · 35:05
In this episode, our host, Jamie Kitchen sits down with Jorg and John to unpack the real difference between pressure controls and pressure safety devices in HVACR. From fan…
Oct 27, 2025 · 29:32
Host Jamie Kitchen welcomes product expert Christina Kjar to discuss how individual room controls are transforming the way we heat our homes and buildings. They dive into the…
Sep 24, 2025 · 44:56
Host Jamie Kitchen is joined by regulars Jorg and John to unpack how HVACR changes when the system moves. From vibration, oil management, and compressor mounting to multi-temp…
Aug 25, 2025 · 46:52
On this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVACR , host Jamie Kitchen welcomes heat exchanger expert Mark Davydov for a deep dive into one of the industry’s most essential…
Jul 24, 2025 · 42:02
In this episode of "Taking the Temperature on HVAC," Jamie, John, and Jorg explore the different types of compressors offered by Danfoss, including reciprocating, scroll, screw,…
Jun 25, 2025 · 46:42
In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC, host Jamie Kitchen is joined by John Broughton and Jorg Saar to explore the critical role of pressure regulators in…
May 26, 2025 · 56:07
Welcome to "Taking the Temperature on HVACR," hosted by Jamie Kitchen. In this insightful episode, Jamie is joined by regular guests, Jorg Saar and John Broughton, as they delve…
Apr 25, 2025 · 54:29
While the space temperature in a refrigerated space may be used to control the refrigeration system, there is a lot more going on that we must also take control of. The…
Mar 25, 2025 · 26:10
In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVACR, host Jamie Kitchen welcomes special guest Maiken Hansen to explore the world of hydronic balancing. They discuss how…
Feb 25, 2025 · 35:52
Join Jamie and John in this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC-R as they tackle noise and vibration in commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Discover the…
Jan 29, 2025 · 40:57
In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC-R, Jamie, John, and Jörg take you on a deep dive into the world of pressure controls in HVAC systems. Uncover the key…
Dec 18, 2024 · 44:39
Join host Jamie Kitchen and experts Jörg and Stefan as they dive into innovative alternatives to the conventional vapor compression cycle, examining their principles, advantages,…
Nov 20, 2024 · 49:54
Join Jamie Kitchen in part two of our Taking the Temperature on HVAC-R series as he explores more highlights from Chillventa 2024. This year's topic on the Danfoss booth at…
Oct 29, 2024 · 30:22
Join Jamie Kitchen as he explores the latest trends from Chillventa, the top exhibition for refrigeration technology. This year's topic on the Danfoss booth at Chillventa was “…
Sep 25, 2024 · 35:15
Jamie Kitchen and his guests explore the essential role of the cold chain in preserving and transporting food from farm to table. They discuss the refrigeration technology behind…
Aug 28, 2024 · 38:13
Join host Jamie Kitchen and guests John Broughton and Jörg Saar as they dive into the world of heat pumps. Explore the basics, technological advancements, different types, and…
Jul 26, 2024 · 48:51
Join Jamie Kitchen, John Broughton and Jörg Saar as they explore practical steps to achieve energy savings in commercial refrigeration through decarbonization. This episode…
Jun 27, 2024 · 46:00
In this episode, our new host Jamie Kitchen is joined by Gary McCreadie from HVAC Know It All, to look at how to avoid the dreaded call backs that occur under warranty. Call…
May 27, 2024 · 40:02
The crew is here to share their personal and professional opinions about residential heating, air quality, the future of HVAC, and what it meant to them from a young age. 👋 Not…
Apr 25, 2024 · 22:27
We’re recording this episode from Nordborg, Denmark, where Jens stopped by Danfoss' Application Development Center. He is there to explore the latest advanced technologies, like…
Mar 26, 2024 · 29:46
Energy efficiency is a game that must be won at every step of the journey, from choosing the right equipment to customers’ daily use. Together with experts John and Jörg, Jens is…
Feb 27, 2024 · 21:52
Next in our two-part commissioning series, is there a job for you to do when modern electronic controllers like Danfoss’ Optima Plus range come with advanced settings? Yes. Find…
Jan 29, 2024 · 36:53
In this episode, we're looking at commissioning and the critical role of refrigerant charging. Jens and the team lay out strategies to master the process so that you and your…
Nov 28, 2023 · 21:32
Part of staying ahead is knowing what’s coming, especially when it comes to regulation. That's why we re-recorded this special episode of #ChillingwithJens, to bring you updates…
Oct 26, 2023 · 34:36
If every component matters, you need to choose right every time. In this episode, Jens and the crew share their step-by-step guide for selecting components and other tips. Key…
Sep 25, 2023 · 1:04:49
CO2 is the way forward, but it’s not always the answer. And there’s a lot to know. By popular demand, the Chilling with Jens podcast team gathered their views on everything from…
Aug 29, 2023 · 23:58
Tune into the grand finale of "Le Tour de Cooling" as Jens and the crew explore the bright future and growing demands of cooling. Our hosts are asking. "Do you really need to be…
Jul 28, 2023 · 47:24
In this new Chilling with Jens episode, we're exploring the world of refrigerants – its history, function, and why it matters for your practice and our planet. We debunk common…
Jun 19, 2023 · 30:54
In this Chilling with Jens episode, the team is here with practical details for selecting, placing, and commissioning the condensing unit. If we've learned one thing, it’s to…
May 29, 2023 · 55:52
What does an expansion valve really do? Our Chilling with Jens experts are here with your one-and-only guide to expansion valves, why they matter, and what you need to know.…
Apr 26, 2023 · 35:17
Join your host Jens Andersen and experts John Broughton and Jörg Saar on a deep dive into the liquid line. This week, we are busting a few myths, like whether height always…
Mar 28, 2023 · 30:56
Jens, John, and Jörg are back to help HVAC professionals manage the condenser, along with its surrounding fans and controls. They cover how it all works and much more, from…
Feb 20, 2023 · 33:09
In this episode of Chilling with Jens, the crew continues their “tour” of commercial application systems by looking at the compressor. We start off by learning that a presumably…
Jan 27, 2023 · 35:03
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens kicks off a mini-series “tour” of commercial application systems. Together with John Broughton and Jörg Saar, the experts…
Dec 22, 2022 · 1:11:51
The audio for this episode was taken from a Livestream that was conducted on September 21 regarding heat pumps. Jamie Kitchen, Jörg Saar, Jens Andersen, and Morten Skovrup were…
Nov 28, 2022 · 36:15
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens, Jamie Kitchen, and Trevor Matthews of Refrigeration Mentor talk about how to stay relevant with developments in the…
Oct 28, 2022 · 50:02
Our colleagues were on-hand at Chillventa 2022 to witness one of the largest trade shows for the Cooling business first hand. In today’s podcast episode, Jens talks with Jorg…
Sep 29, 2022 · 28:16
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens speaks to John Broughton about how one can use an Optyma™ Plus Controller for fault-finding. John speaks about the options…
Sep 1, 2022 · 23:43
Your wish is our command. Yes, we didn't search anywhere else for this edition of the Chilling with Jens podcast topic than the preferences of our listeners. This episode of the…
Jul 28, 2022 · 54:53
In today's podcast episode, Jorg, Jens, Jamie, and John discuss their practical experiences in the refrigeration industry. An episode full of thrilling anecdotes, personal…
Jun 22, 2022 · 16:22
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens speaks to Norbert Blatz about a game changing new Coolselector®2 programme feature designed to help businesses when…
Apr 29, 2022 · 55:27
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens is joined by John, Jorg, and Jamie to talk about humidity issues in HVAC and in storage facilities. They’ll dive deeply…
Mar 31, 2022 · 1:08:06
In today’s podcast episode, our experts, Jens, John, Jorg, and Jamie, discuss typical problematic habits and installation errors. Errors committed during the installation and…
Feb 25, 2022 · 55:29
Jorg, Jens, Jamie, and John discuss oversized equipment and why it's not sized right in today's podcast. With a combined 75 years of experience, the four experts delve into…
Jan 26, 2022 · 30:31
Thierry Legay, a Danfoss compressor expert, joins Jens on this edition of the Chilling with Jens podcast. They delve into the realm of compressors, their power usage, and the…
Dec 27, 2021 · 45:22
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens is joined by Joseph Krisher for a conversation about Pressure Sensors. They are going to discuss modern pressure sensors…
Nov 30, 2021 · 35:25
The November episode of Chilling with Jens goes into details about temperature sensors for use mostly in refrigeration systems. Jens is joined by sensor expert Kevin Mee, and the…
Nov 8, 2021 · 26:05
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast about commissioning best practices, Jens interviews John Broughton, Global Applications Expert, to discuss the start-up…
Sep 28, 2021 · 32:03
In this episode, John Broughton is talking about air flow in general and inside freezer rooms in particular. There are quite a few things to consider and pay attention to when…
Sep 1, 2021 · 25:52
In this episode, Jens is joined by Jörg Saar for a conversation about Secondary Cooling. Taking an application-level perspective, they go over the principles of energy transport,…
Aug 6, 2021 · 26:04
In this episode about low temperature and freezer applications, Jens interviews John Broughton, Global Applications Expert, to discuss the practicalities, methodologies, and…
Jun 29, 2021 · 28:50
Jens is joined by Danfoss North America’s favorite Canadian, Jamie Kitchen, to talk about superheat and the new TXV Superheat Tuner tool that’s now a part of the Danfoss Ref…
May 28, 2021 · 26:41
The refrigeration industry is steadily moving towards more sustainable refrigerants, which can have a big impact on all of you out there in white vans with dirty hands. In this…
Apr 27, 2021 · 36:00
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens is joined by Drew Turner to talk about the benefits of oil-free heat pumps. They’re quick to dive into the exciting…
Mar 26, 2021 · 12:00
Jens kicks off this episode with a very exciting update about Danfoss Climate Solutions and what that means for both the immediate and long-term future. He also dives into some…
Mar 12, 2021 · 21:00
Jens is joined by Mustafa Yanik to discuss the use of microchannel condensers and the impact of all-aluminum heat exchangers on daily work with the material, reduced size, and…
Jan 29, 2021 · 30:01
Jens is joined by Nobert Blatz to discuss Danfoss’ free software solutions that help refrigeration technicians in their everyday work. The main topic of the conversation is…
Dec 22, 2020 · 19:11
John Broughton joins Jens once again, this time to regale him (and you) with stories of the best and worst experiences with condensing unit installations from his field service…
Dec 17, 2020 · 54:23
In this special episode, Jens hands over the reins to Thomas Kolster and Julian Hall, sharing the audio from their recent livestream. The two of them discuss the future of…
Nov 18, 2020 · 17:59
In today's podcast, Jens talks about the implications of the increased charge limit for flammable refrigerants in self-contained commercial refrigeration appliances. As…
Nov 4, 2020 · 49:11
In today's special edition of the Chilling with Jens podcast, Jens shares his broadcast from Cooling United Live—Danfoss’ first fully immersive online event. Jens was joined by…
Oct 28, 2020 · 29:22
In today’s podcast, Jens talks about pipework. When you consider a cooling installation, pipework and pipe size should always be a priority simply because it connects everything…
Sep 29, 2020 · 12:30
In today’s podcast, Jens talks about compressor rack systems. Using several compressors to control the capacity in a cooling system can be a challenge. Luckily, Jens does what he…
Aug 21, 2020 · 15:32
In today’s podcast, Jens touches on something slightly different—a niche that technicians are not so familiar with—or, rather, a small corner of the world of refrigeration that…
Jul 28, 2020 · 19:21
It’s a special occasion! The Danfoss TU valve is turning 25 years old this year. So, Jens is joined by Jorg Saar, Danfoss’s Global Applications Manager, to reminisce about and…
Jun 29, 2020 · 33:47
In this episode of Cool Talk, everyone’s favorite Chilly Jens is joined by the enthusiastic and exuberant Stephan Bachmann, application and technical support team leader at…
May 29, 2020 · 12:07
In this episode, Jens discusses traditional star-delta starters and shares a few insights into three-phase power supply. He also goes into the very basics of three-phase voltage,…
Apr 30, 2020 · 17:17
A compressor's operational flexibility has its limits, which is illustrated by the Operating Envelope. The Operating Envelope indicates the theoretical threshold a compressor can…
Mar 31, 2020 · 12:33
In this episode of the Chilling with Jens podcast, our host looks at the overall landscape when it comes to the use of CO2 in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating from a…
Feb 27, 2020 · 15:04
In this episode of Cool Talk, Jens interviews Senior Product Manager Ejnar Luckmann about the new Danfoss AK-CC55. They discuss several of its intriguing new features, such as…
Jan 31, 2020 · 17:30
After straying away for a bit to focus on “Cool Talk”, Jens gets back on the educational track here in Chapter 19. This episode addresses the “cool” part of the cooling system:…
Dec 17, 2019 · 11:48
In this special wintery edition of Chilling with Jens, our host dives back into the written works of Glenn Moore. This time around, the focus is on how compressors and condensers…
Nov 30, 2019 · 10:19
The Danfoss Optyma™ Plus condensing unit is ideally suited for use in locations with high ambient temperatures. However, when you combine the naturally high environmental heat…
Nov 1, 2019 · 12:23
Jens dug through the Danfoss archives and found four articles written by Glenn Moore, longtime Danfoss Technical Field Service and Support Manager. In this episode, Jens reads…
Sep 20, 2019 · 13:49
This podcast is about the use of CO2 or carbon dioxide as a refrigerant in larger commercial systems like supermarkets or hypermarkets. CO2 or carbon dioxide, is a natural…
Sep 18, 2019 · 22:40
Cool Talk: Interview with Norbert Blatz on switching to low-GWP refrigerants. Norbert tells us what you need to know when performing a retrofit in an existing system, what…
Sep 16, 2019 · 10:55
In this episode Jens talks about the things to consider when charging new refrigerant into an existing system, what to think of, what to do, and what not to do. You can do the…
Aug 26, 2019 · 13:48
Why compressors fail: John Broughton, Danfoss Global Application Specialist, joins Jens for a special edition of the podcast. They discuss the most common reasons compressors…
Aug 2, 2019 · 12:35
In this chapter, Jens discusses PLC’s or “Programmable Logic Controllers”. He dives into the logic behind them and the Boolean perception of logic, i.e. "True" and "False”. He…
Jul 1, 2019 · 9:17
This chapter sheds light on more complex store systems, including remote monitoring. These systems are tailored for large contractors, supermarket chains, and independent…
May 28, 2019 · 12:35
Jens talks about capacity controls and Danfoss Pack Controllers. He also discusses different ways of controlling the energy consumption of the most energy-consuming part of the…
Apr 30, 2019 · 16:19
We’re moving on to more complex controllers and therefore also the applications that go beyond basics. Jens talks about controlling stand-alone applications like glass door…
Mar 28, 2019 · 16:38
The ETC has a simple design, but it’s still a pretty clever refrigeration control that can yield some impressive benefits. In this episode, Jens uses the ETC as an example for…
Feb 22, 2019 · 10:44
In this episode, Jens shares what you need to know about digital communication. He also covers the issues related to setting up a good and stable communication with your…
Jan 31, 2019 · 12:41
Get a lightning-fast recap of what you learned about electricity and electrical components in trade school, plus a few secrets they didn’t tell you at the time. This episode…
Dec 19, 2018 · 11:53
In this episode, Jens takes you on a journey through indirect cooling, brine, and other coolant types. Discover remote cooling, where you transfer cooling with fluid coolants to…
Dec 10, 2018 · 10:49
In this episode, Jens talks about the most common ways of controlling cooling systems—from basic smaller systems to complex commercial versions. He also briefly mentions…
Nov 27, 2018 · 7:40
Chapter 9 is all about refrigerants, including what they are made of and what you should expect when using them. Safety is job 1, so Jens focuses on sharing about safety codes…
Oct 30, 2018 · 7:17
In this chapter, Jens discusses the condenser and the role it plays in the refrigeration process. You’ll learn about the two main types of condensers and what you need to keep in…
Sep 24, 2018 · 11:54
In this episode, Jens takes a quick break from the usual topics to cover something special as part of the Danfoss Refrigerant Week 2018 (Sept 24 - 28). As new regulations phase…
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