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Refrigeration Insights

Technical guides, maintenance best practices, and industry news from the Bohn engineering team.

How a $200 Mistake on a Bohn Evaporator Coil Cost Me $1,200 – A Lesson in TCO

A facility manager shares a personal story about choosing the wrong Bohn evaporator coil, ignoring air filter direction, and learning the hard way that total cost of ownership matters more than upfront price. [...]
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How to Tell if an AC Compressor Is Bad: Lessons from a Rush Repair Specialist

A practical guide for refrigeration professionals on diagnosing a failing AC compressor, with real-world insights from emergency service calls and common misjudgments. [...]
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Why I Pay More for Bohn Condensing Units (And Why You Should Too)

An admin buyer explains why paying a premium for Bohn refrigeration equipment is worth it in emergencies, with practical tips on freezer burn prevention and maintenance tools. [...]
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Bohn, Blowers & Thermostats: An Admin Buyer’s FAQ on Real-World HVAC & Refrigeration Decisions

A practical FAQ answering common questions about Bohn evaporator nomenclature, freezer units, bathroom exhaust fans, Dewalt blowers, and Nest thermostat compatibility—based on my experience as an office administrator managing facility purchases. [...]
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Choosing a Bohn Condensing Unit? Here’s What a Decade of Orders Has Taught Me

A practical breakdown of how to spec a Bohn condensing unit for small to medium commercial refrigeration projects, based on real-world procurement experience. [...]
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How To Choose The Right Bohn Refrigeration Replacement (Don't Just Match The Model Number)

Replacing a Bohn chiller or condenser? This guide breaks down the decision into three common scenarios: emergency swap, planned upgrade, and system expansion. Find out which path fits your situation. [...]
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The Cost of a Cheap Fan Guard on a Bohn Evaporator Coil: A Quality Manager's Perspective

In our Q1 2025 audit, we saw a flood of compressor failures tied to aftermarket fan guards. Here’s the real cost to your brand when you spec a Mr. Heater or Lasko fan assembly on a Bohn system. [...]
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Bohn Freezer Unit & Evaporator FAQ: What I Learned from 50+ Mistakes

A hands-on FAQ by a refrigeration technician who has documented every mistake with Bohn evaporators, wiring diagrams, and blower motors. Covers common questions, misconceptions, and the real cost of cutting corners. [...]
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How a $200 Mistake on a Bohn Evaporator Coil Cost Me $1,200 – A Lesson in TCO

A facility manager shares a personal story about choosing the wrong Bohn evaporator coil, ignoring air filter direction, and learning the hard way that total cost of ownership matters more than upfront price. [...]
Continue reading

How to Tell if an AC Compressor Is Bad: Lessons from a Rush Repair Specialist

A practical guide for refrigeration professionals on diagnosing a failing AC compressor, with real-world insights from emergency service calls and common misjudgments. [...]
Continue reading