Joshua Boone demonstrates how to measure, cut, fold, staple, and tape duct board during the July–August 2026 HVAC Technical Academy workshop in Sanford, Florida.
Joshua Boone – What Is HVAC Duct Board and How Do You Build and Construct It?
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Attendee Training Video
Christopher Gonzalez – How to Perform an HVAC Pump Down
HVAC Technical Academy workshop attendee Christopher Gonzalez demonstrates how to perform an HVAC pump down using gauges and a service wrench and explains why the pump down process is used.
Darvin Pierre Louis – How the HVAC Refrigerant Recovery Process Works
HVAC Technical Academy workshop attendee Darvin Pierre Louis walks through the refrigerant recovery process, including connecting the hoses, recovery machine, recovery tank, and manifold.
David Ruddy – How to Check an HVAC Condenser Fan Motor
HVAC Technical Academy workshop attendee Dave explains the importance of the condenser fan motor and walks through checking the contactor, capacitor, and fan motor when the motor is not operating.
Eliel Torres – What Is an HVAC Defrost Board and What Does It Do?
HVAC Technical Academy workshop attendee EJ explains the role of the defrost board, how the defrost sensor monitors the condenser coils, and some reasons a defrost board may need to be replaced.
Francisco Valdez – What Is an HVAC Dual Run Capacitor and How Do You Check It?
HVAC Technical Academy workshop attendee Francisco Valdez explains the role of a dual run capacitor in a condenser unit, what the capacitor powers, and how to check it using a meter.