That Refer is Cold! Don’t Drip On Me Thermodynamics Ben’s History Around the Shop
100
What is R22
A phased out HCFC that is no longer manufactured but still the most common HCFC used in many home AC systems.
100
What is a 1/4” per foot
The amount of slope required for all drains and exhaust systems in the HVAC trade.
100
What is British Thermal Unit
Amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
100
What is Molalla
This is the town where it all first started for Ben’s and opened up our first shop.
100
What is $179
The cost to service a single piece of equipment that is not under a PSA.
200
What is R410A
A HydroFluoroCarbon that is used in most modern residential AC systems in USA. It has been used to phase out R22.
200
What is the right way to apply PVC Glue
Apply an even layer of glue on all mating surfaces. A good twist helps spread the solvent evenly to ensure a solid joint.
200
What is cooling
Become or cause to become less hot. Abscence of heat.
200
What is 1990
This is the year Ben’s was formally established and licensed.
200
What is a Planned Service Agreement
An annual non-contractual agreement to service and maintain clients equipment.
300
What is R134a
The first HFC introduced to refrigeration and air conditioning with great success. Common in the automotive field.
300
What is insulating the lineset
Making sure that all copper/brass from the evaporator coil to the compressor service ports are wrapped
300
What is Sensible Heat
The dry air in a superheated condition where no change in phases occur.
300
What is Ben’s Gas Service
The first name of the company in when officially established.
300
What is our slogan / motto
Your Comfort is our Calling
400
What is HydroFluoroCarbon
Refrigerants that contain no chlorine and are not harmful to the ozone layer (ODP = 0)
400
What is a drain pan
This object is placed underneath a unit typically in an attic, to catch any possible leaks/backed up drains.
400
What is Latent Heat
The heat required to convert a solid into liquid/vapor or a liquid into vapor without change of temperature.
400
What is 2000
This is the year when Ben’s started doing installations as a way to boost sales and growth.
400
What is Honesty and Integrity
The two words our CEO lives day-in and day-out by.
500
What is section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act
This certification requires that all persons who maintain, service or repair refrigerants be certified in proper handling techniques.
500
What is a safety switch
A device used to cut out the 24v signal on a condensing unit.
500
What is Enthalpy
The total amount of Sensible and Latent heat
500
What is a plumber
Ben’s father-in-law worked as one of these and was one of his great ambitions to get into the trades.
500
What is the Holy Spirit
The white bird upon our logo.






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