Like many rock bands, our story started in a garage. However, instead of making music, our founders, Ed Bottum and Charlie Powers started repairing refrigerators in a Detroit garage. Refrigeration may not be as glamourous as rock-n-roll, but it's far more important (imagine a world without refrigeration)! The year was 1944 and due to World War II rationing, it was difficult to get new refrigerators or repair parts. Seeing an opportunity, the two men began a modest refrigerator repair business. As their reputation and business grew, Ed Bottum and Charlie Powers were asked to make replacement parts for refrigerator manufacturers, as well as components for the war effort.
Having pioneered the suction accumulator as a protective component, and having made them continuously over a period of 50 years, Refrigeration Research has acquired considerable experience. However, it has always been our recommendation that tests be made by the system manufacturer to check pressure drop, size of orifice and holding capacity of the accumulator for a particular application. As a result of tests made by our customers as well as by Refrigeration Research, modifications have been made in many cases for heat pump applications.
In addition to a long list of high-quality standard commercial/industrial refrigeration and air conditioning components, Refrigeration Research specializes in custom parts. In fact, engineering departments rely on us for assistance in designing parts and procuring samples. We've made hundreds of special O.E.M. parts for original equipment manufacturers over the years. We strive to improve quality and reduce costs through engineering and manufacturing advancements. Refrigeration Research is nimble and flexible enough to cater to your special needs.
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