Category Archives: MACS Training Event

Technician training yields competitive edge

Posted on November 5, 2018 by

“Current technologies for thermal management systems are changing and becoming ever more complex,” explained Peter Bradley in his presentation at MACS 2018 Training Event and Trade Show titled, Future Trends in Thermal Management Systems. Bradley, head of technical service for … Continue reading →

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Are you ready for A/C season?

Posted on June 1, 2018 by

This is the MACS blog site if you are looking for the MACS main website click here. Repair shops – one question: Are you prepared for A/C season 2018? Circle the right answer: YES – NO What do you mean … Continue reading →

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Our struggle with compressor oil

Posted on December 31, 2017 by

January February 2018 ACTION Magazine One of the most troubling situations a shop technician faces is not being able to find critical service information needed to properly diagnose and repair a vehicle. This could be anything from torque specs and … Continue reading →

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Registration is now open for MACS 2018 Training Event and Trade Show

Posted on September 6, 2017 by

– A/Ccess is the theme of the MACS 2018 Training Event and Trade Show to be held February 14-18, 2018 at the Caribe Royale Hotel and Convention Center. Attendees will gain A/Ccess to the mobile A/C and engine cooling service … Continue reading →

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A technician’s approach to HVAC diagnosis and testing

Posted on August 31, 2017 by

Twenty years ago, we could break down all areas of HVAC diagnostics into three categories when you really think about it. It was and still is called Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). All of the HVAC parts and components … Continue reading →

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Why you need to be Section 609 certified

Posted on August 28, 2017 by

Some new regulations concerning the requirement of technicians to be Section 609 certified will be put into place on January 1, 2018. They are: The final rule published November 2016 extends Section 608 requirements to HFCs. Starting Jan. 1, 2018, … Continue reading →

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Velocity Channel’s John Gardner to deliver MACS 2018 Keynote Address

Posted on August 14, 2017 by

John Gardner, host of Tech Garage and Motorhead Garage on Velocity Channel, MAVTV and Chipola College automotive technology instructor will deliver the Keynote address at MACS 2018 Training Event on Thursday, February 15, 2017 at the Caribe Royale Hotel and … Continue reading →

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MACS to dedicate annual golf tournament trophy to posthumously honor Art Hobbs

Posted on August 7, 2017 by

Art Hobbs was a member and director of MACS for many years and was instrumental in the Society’s growth during MACS’ formative years. The MACS annual golf tournament was a particular favorite event of Art’s and he took great pride … Continue reading →

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Looking for mobile A/C wiring diagrams? We know where they are!

Posted on July 18, 2017 by

MACS mobile A/C diagnostics app includes wiring diagrams for mobile A/C systems for cars and light duty trucks. The only way to get the MACS mobile A/C diagnostics app is to become a MACS member. Join Now! Visit the MACS … Continue reading →

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Clinics, clinics and more mobile A/C clinics!

Posted on May 5, 2017 by

MACS has been busy training all around North America. Here are a few photos from the clinics…

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