R404A is on it's way out. Time to make the switch.
With a staggering Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 3920, R404A is not only harmful to the planet but also one of the most expensive refrigerants to run (due to Government levies).
As one of the most widely used refrigerants in New Zealand, R404A is likely in your cooling system—at a significant environmental and financial cost.
Skyrocketing costs and limited supply:
- The price of R404A has surged over 400% in the last decade.
- Heavy levies have made R404A one of the most expensive refrigerants to top up.
- Many suppliers are no longer importing R404A, meaning a simple refrigerant top-up may not be an option the next time your system breaks down.
Refrigerant leaks won't affect you. Think again:
- 90% of refrigerants used in New Zealand eventually leak into the atmosphere.
- Older dairy refrigeration systems lose around 15% of their refrigerant annually.
- Commercial refrigeration systems may leak up to 35% annually.
(Hydrofluorocarbon Consumption in New Zealand, Ministry for the Environment, 2017.)
Change is inevitable, so let’s make it affordable.
Find out if you qualify for our 100% refrigerant discountWe recommend our customers use R449A instead of R404A.
R449A is a reliable and cost-effective alternative to R404A. Here’s why:
- Easy to Retrofit – R449A can be seamlessly integrated into most existing refrigeration systems.
- Lower Costs – R449A is significantly more affordable than R404A, reducing your operational expenses.
- Energy Efficient – is some applications R449A is more energy efficient than R404A.
- Environmentally Friendly – With a lower Global Warming Potential (GWP), switching to R449A helps reduce your carbon footprint.
We're offering 100%* discount on a jug-for-jug refrigerant upgrade.
Keen to find out more? Email usTo make the switch easier, we’re offering a jug-for-jug refrigerant upgrade.
For every jug of R404A we replace with R449A, you’ll receive a 100%* discount.
Typical upgrade costs 449A:
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Labour / Travel / TX Valves & Driers |
$1,500 |
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R449A Refrigerant Replacement (24 kgs) |
$7,900 |
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Minus R404A Discount (24 kgs) |
-$7,900 |
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Total |
$1,500 |
The cost difference between a R449A and a R404A refrigerant leak.
Comparison between R449A and R404A (13 HP system)
Partial refrigeration top-up:
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R449A |
R404A |
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Labour / Travel / TX Valves & Driers |
$1,500 | $1,500 |
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R449A Refrigerant Top-Up (10kg) |
$3,300 | $9,000 |
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Total |
$4,800 | $10,500 |
Break down with a re-gas:
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R449A |
R404A |
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Labour / Travel / TX Valves & Driers |
$1,500 | $1,500 |
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R449A Refrigerant Top-Up (24kg) |
$7,900 | $21,600 |
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Total |
$9,400 | $23,100 |
KEEN TO KNOW MORE?
Our refrigerant upgrade program has been highly popular, and there may be a waiting list in some areas.
Don't wait for an emergency"
"This is when the type of refrigerant hits home with immediate effect. R404A has a relatively high GWP of 3922 which attracts levies and currently rests at a full retail price just shy of $10,000 per jug" ~ Luke Walker, General Manager Sales & Service
I want to buy a new refrigeration unit, my old unit has R404A in it, can I still get a refrigerant discount?
Absolutely.
If your old unit contains R404A, DTS can safely remove the old refrigerant and replace it with the equivalent volume of R449A in your new unit. If additional refrigerant is required, it can be purchased separately
Is your refrigerant upgrade only for dairy customers?
Anyone with R404A in their refrigeration can upgrade.
“The move was an absolute no-brainer because we are moving to a more environmentally friendly gas. The old gas was incredibly expensive. Every time we had a gas leak and we had to buy more it was eye-watering numbers... and the swap out itself was cost neutral, seamless and no risk” ~ Cam Lewis, Farm Manager
Read our refrigerant upgrade case study
What are the benefits of R449A?
R449A has been recognised by the refrigeration industry as a viable replacement for R404A.
It is more environmentally friendly and can provide greater cooling capacity and energy efficiency. Plus, it's widely available, lower cost, and can be easily retrofitted into existing refrigeration equipment.
What happens to the R404A you collect?
When we collect the R404A we consolidate it and it is sent to an authorised destruction facility.
It gets treated in a high-temperature reactor to break the chemical bonds and is then transformed into Sodium Fluoride or Calcium Fluoride (as you find in toothpaste).
*TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- The 100% discount is only for R449A and is only available to DTS Service-Man Customers. This offer is subject to availability.
- All other R404A customers will receive a 50% discount on R449A.
- Discount does not include valve changes, labour or mileage.
- DTS will not be held liable for any refrigerant loss that may occur before this service takes place.
- Certain units may require modification before they can receive the refrigeration upgrade. The cost of any new components needed for such modifications is not included in the discount.
- The upgrade will only be applied to units with R404A.
- The upgraded refrigerant will be R449A only.
- At our discretion, DTS will provide financial assistance for refrigerants other than R404A. This is on a price on application basis.
- The exchange ratio for refrigerant replacement is 1kg of R404A for 1kg of R449A. For example;
- Empty units will not receive an upgrade or;
- Partially full/complete units may require a refrigerant purchase if the unit is low on refrigerant, any additional refrigerant required will be charged to the customer at full price.
- DTS takes our environmental responsibility very seriously. Refrigeration units that require maintenance will not be re-gassed until DTS is satisfied the unit is leak free and operationally fit for purpose.
- By accepting this offer, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these terms and conditions, and agree to abide by them. DTS reserves the right to modify or withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice.