--- title: RDT Blog | Refrigeration Design Technologies | EcoCool description: EcoCool | RDT's Refrigeration Blog - an educational resource for consultants, dealers and end-users. --- [![RDT](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDT%202020%20Logo%20Files/RDT%20Vertical%20Logo%20Blue.png?width=72&height=95&name=RDT%20Vertical%20Logo%20Blue.png "RDT")](https://www.rdtonline.com/) - [Products](https://www.rdtonline.com/products) - [EcoCool](https://www.rdtonline.com/products/eco-cool) - [EcoSmart](https://www.rdtonline.com/products/ecosmart/) - [MultiRak](https://www.rdtonline.com/products/multirak/) - [PremierPak](https://www.rdtonline.com/products/premierpak) - [FlowPak](https://www.rdtonline.com/products/flowpak/) - [Resources](https://www.rdtonline.com/resources) - [Training & Resources](https://www.rdtonline.com/training-resources) - [K-12 Refrigeration Resources](https://www.rdtonline.com/k-12-refrigeration-resources) - [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](https://www.rdtonline.com/frequently-asked-questions) - [Literature](https://www.rdtonline.com/resources) - [Warranty Information](https://www.rdtonline.com/warranty) - [Food Waste Solutions](https://www.rdtonline.com/food-waste) - [Energy Saving Solutions](https://www.rdtonline.com/energy-savings) - [Video](https://www.rdtonline.com/resources#video) - About - [Careers](https://www.rdtonline.com/careers) - [Team](https://www.rdtonline.com/team) - [Blog](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog) - [Contact](https://www.rdtonline.com/contact-us) - [Find a Rep](https://www.rdtonline.com/find-a-rep) - [A2L](https://www.rdtonline.com/a2l-transition-resources) **Here you can edit the background of the section** # **Commercial Refrigeration Insights** ###### Stay informed with practical guidance, technical expertise, and industry updates from the RDT team. Whether you're planning a new project, troubleshooting equipment, or preparing for industry changes, you'll find resources to help you move forward with confidence. ###### Browse topics including: A2L Refrigerants | Food Safety | System Design | Troubleshooting | Preventive Maintenance | Energy Efficiency All topics refrigeration commercial refrigeration energy efficiency EcoCool food waste EcoSmart Walk-Ins RDT team redundancy food safety freezer maintenance school sustainability trends Digital Scroll Compressor humidity HACCP Regulations remote refrigeration freezer burn Danger Zone Energy Study Ingredients c-stores commercial freezer bacteria consultants convenience stores healthcare hospitals service technician storage A2L Refrigerant Environment HVAC food storage refrigeration rack system ASHRAE Blast Chillers FCSI Foodservice Director Retrofitting USDA convenience store foodservice dry aging humidity room remote monitoring B&I Dining Chain Restaurants College & University EPA Fine Dining Lighting Polarcraft PremierPak SNAP corporate cafeteria corporate foodservice footprint k-12 noise reduction rack system sanitation Center for Disease Control Deli Case Drop-In Well Events FDA Facility Manager Grab-N-Go LEED Merchandisers NASA Pillsbury Reach-Ins Rebates Shock Freezers UL US Army USGBC biomedical chill team eev heat reclaim industrial refrigeration installation kegs labor nutrition piping refrigerated trucking stadiums temperature monitoring water-cooled [![graphic showing the refrigeration cycle](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hubfs/REF%20CYCLE-01.png)](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/refrigeration-cycle-supports-foodservice-and-beyond) [refrigeration](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/refrigeration) [EcoCool](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecocool) [EcoSmart](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecosmart) ### [How the Refrigeration Cycle Supports Foodservice and Beyond](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/refrigeration-cycle-supports-foodservice-and-beyond) Jan 15, 2026 2 min read Refrigeration drives foodservice operations, but its role extends into many other industries. Hospitals depend on it to protect medicine and blood supplies, florists need to preserve flowers, and archives rely on stable environments to keep... [Read More](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/refrigeration-cycle-supports-foodservice-and-beyond) [![](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDT%20What%20Is%20Refrigerant%20Hero%20Image.png?width=500&name=RDT%20What%20Is%20Refrigerant%20Hero%20Image.png)](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/refrigerant-how-it-works-why-it-matters) [refrigeration](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/refrigeration), [EcoCool](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecocool) ### [Refrigerants: How Do They Work And Why Does It Matter?](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/refrigerant-how-it-works-why-it-matters) Apr 22, 2025 2 min read Refrigeration has been one of the better innovations of our era, bringing about a great deal of convenience for businesses and everyday hous... 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[Read More](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/benefits-rdt-eco-cool-systems-cstores) [![Large refrigerated room with steal and white topped tables. Wall has hanging rack from ceiling with hooks attached.](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDT%20The%20Future%20of%20Refrigeration%20System%20Innovation%20header.png?width=500&name=RDT%20The%20Future%20of%20Refrigeration%20System%20Innovation%20header.png)](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/future-of-refrigeration-systems-innovation) [EcoCool](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecocool), [trends](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/trends) ### [The Future of Refrigeration Systems Relies on Innovation](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/future-of-refrigeration-systems-innovation) Dec 27, 2022 2 min read In the past, some refrigeration systems were not environmentally friendly. Through years of innovations and efforts, this is changing. Now, ... 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[Read More](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/get-refrigeration-ready-for-holidays) [![](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDT%20Importance%20of%20Heated%20Floors%20Header%20Image.png?width=500&name=RDT%20Importance%20of%20Heated%20Floors%20Header%20Image.png)](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/the-importance-of-heat-reclaim-for-under-floor-heating) [EcoCool](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecocool) ### [The Importance of Heat Reclaim for Under-Floor Heating](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/the-importance-of-heat-reclaim-for-under-floor-heating) Jun 16, 2022 2 min read As with other industries, the foodservice sector is facing many unique challenges. In 2022, restaurants and other cold storage establishment... [Read More](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/the-importance-of-heat-reclaim-for-under-floor-heating) [![](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/rdt%20maintenance%20demands%20hero.png?width=500&name=rdt%20maintenance%20demands%20hero.png)](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/commercial-refrigeration-thats-easy-to-maintain-and-service) [HACCP](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/haccp), [EcoCool](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecocool), [service technician](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/service-technician), [maintenance](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/maintenance) ### [Save Time with Commercial Refrigeration That's Easy to Maintain and Service](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/commercial-refrigeration-thats-easy-to-maintain-and-service) May 11, 2022 1 min read [Read More](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/commercial-refrigeration-thats-easy-to-maintain-and-service) [![Beginner's Guide to Digital Scroll Compressors-1-1.png](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/digitalscrollcompressgraphic.png?width=500&name=digitalscrollcompressgraphic.png)](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-digital-scroll-compressors) [refrigeration](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/refrigeration), [food waste](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/food-waste), [commercial refrigeration](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/commercial-refrigeration), [EcoCool](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/ecocool), [Digital Scroll Compressor](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/digital-scroll-compressor), [redundancy](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/topic/redundancy) ### [The Beginner's Guide to Digital Scroll Compressors](https://solutions.rdtonline.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-digital-scroll-compressors) Jul 21, 2020 1 min read What do foodservice operations like restaurants, schools, or hospital cafeterias have in common? 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