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?? Reflecting on @ASHRAE?2025: Key Takeaways from Shrieve ? Another successful ASHRAE?Winter Conference & AHR Expo completed! This year’s event reinforced just how critical innovation, collaboration, and industry leadership are in shaping the future of lubricants, refrigerants, and HVAC&R systems. ? The Shrieve team was actively involved in technical committee meetings, engaging with customers, suppliers, and peers to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities in the industry.?ASHRAE?Winter Meeting also provided the perfect setting to strengthen relationships with technicians from across the globe. Here are some of our key takeaways: ?? Low-GWP Refrigerants Leading the Conversation ? With sustainability front and center, the shift toward low and ultra-low GWP refrigerants was a major focus. Many manufacturers showcased cutting-edge solutions, reinforcing the industry’s drive toward greener alternatives. ? ??Efficiency & Decarbonization at the Forefront ? From higher-efficiency compressors to next-gen system designs, manufacturers are prioritizing lower carbon footprints. Decarbonization dominated discussions across building design, refrigerant selection, and equipment development. ? ??Heat Pumps Continue Their Rise ? With growing global emphasis on electrification and regulatory shifts, heat pumps remain a hot topic. This year’s innovations focused on expanding operational efficiency across wider temperature ranges, making them even more viable in diverse climates. ? ??Technical Committee Leadership & Industry Standards ? Shrieve personnel played an active role in multiple Technical Committee meetings and Section 3 activities, contributing to the future of lubricants, refrigerants, and refrigerant system chemistry. As voting members, we continue to influence industry standards and research development. ? ??New Developments in Refrigerant Applications ? With eight new #refrigerant applications submitted,?ASHRAE?demonstrated its role in pushing the boundaries of HVAC&R. Seminar 13, focusing on Low and Ultra-Low GWP Refrigerants and Equipment Compliance for #Decarbonization, was particularly relevant to our work at Shrieve. ? ??Strengthening Global Partnerships ? ASHRAE?provided an excellent platform to reconnect and build new collaborations with key global OEMs, distributor networks and institutes involved in technical research and advancement. ? This event always serves as a reminder of the importance of industry collaboration and technical leadership. Thanks to everyone who connected with us at?ASHRAE—we look forward to continuing these critical conversations throughout 2025. ? #ASHRAE?#AHREXPO #Refrigerants #HVACR #Decarbonization #Sustainability #Lubricants #LowGWP Robert Chevasco Joe Nigro Joe Karnaz Matthew Wesson Manuel Mu?oz Alonso Scott Gustafson

Live from ASHRAE 2025! The Shrieve team is on the ground at?ASHRAE Winter Conference & AHR Expo in Orlando this week, exploring the latest advancements in #lubrication, system chemistry, and refrigerants, and connecting with our industry peers. Whilst we're here, we'll be actively engaging in technical committee discussions, keeping up with key industry developments, and meeting with customers and suppliers throughout the event. If you’re here at the Conference and Expo, let’s connect! Reach out to Joe Karnaz or Joe Nigro if you'd like to catch up anytime this week. #ASHRAE #AHREXPO #HVACR #IndustryInnovation #LiveFromASHRAE

Shrieve at ASHRAE 2025 ??? February 8–12, 2025 ??? Orlando, Florida ASHRAE’s Winter Conference and the AHR Expo are where the HVAC&R industry comes together to set the direction for the future. We’re back this year, not just as attendees but as active participants in shaping the future of HVAC&R. Represented by six of our Shrieve team – we’ll be engaging in technical discussions, meeting with industry peers, and staying ahead of the latest innovations. We’re proud that our experts continue to play a leading role in technical committees, setting new?benchmarks for the industry in?lubrication, compressor operation, system chemistry, and #refrigerants. ASHRAE is an essential event for advancing technology, innovation, and industry collaboration - and we’re proud to be part of it. If you’re planning to be in Orlando, make sure you connect with Joe Nigro or Joe Karnaz from the Shrieve team.?See you there! #ASHRAE #AHREXPO #HVACR #IndustryLeadership #SpecialtyLubricants

??Happy New Year from Shrieve!?? As we step fully into 2025, we’d like to take a moment to thank our incredible suppliers, customers, and the outstanding Shrieve team around the world. Your partnership, collaboration, and trust are what drive us to keep pushing boundaries and creating extraordinary chemistry. For over 40 years, Shrieve has been more than just a distributor — we thrive on solving market challenges and finding solutions where others see obstacles. We’re not just about buying and selling chemicals. We search the globe to unlock market inefficiencies, delivering remarkable results and making life easier for our customers and suppliers. This year, we look forward to continuing our journey together – making extraordinary chemistry, not just in molecules, but in every partnership we build and every challenge we solve. Wishing you a prosperous, healthy, and successful New Year! Here’s to another year of making the extraordinary happen. #ExtraordinaryChemistry #HappyNewYear #ChemicalDistribution #Teamwork

At Shrieve, we’re proud to collaborate with innovative partners FENAGY and Moza?ek Engineering BV to drive the future of sustainable heating solutions. Together, we’ve achieved a significant milestone: commissioning a 3 MW CO2 air-sourced heat pump at a logistics site in Belgium. This breakthrough installation, enabled by Fenagy’s cutting-edge engineering and Shrieve’s advanced?Zerol RFL-68EP lubricant, is a game-changer for the industry. By replacing traditional gas systems, it’s helping the client take a major step toward carbon neutrality while setting a new benchmark in renewable heating. ?? Discover how this pioneering project is reshaping logistics operations and supporting carbon-neutral goals; read the case study, here: https://lnkd.in/dadX2TgN #Sustainability #Innovation #RenewableEnergy #HeatPumps #Engineering #Lubricants

At Shrieve, we’re passionate about using chemistry to solve the challenges facing modern HVACR systems. During National Chemistry Week, we’re excited to highlight our groundbreaking work in?ester-based lubricants, specifically tailored for?R-32 refrigerant. The Need for R-32 Specific Lubricants Environmental regulations, including the?Kigali Amendment?to the?Montreal Protocol, have mandated the phasedown of high-GWP refrigerants, which has pushed the industry to seek alternatives.?R-32?is an increasingly popular choice due to its lower global warming potential, but it presents its own challenges when it comes to lubrication. Shrieve’s global team of experts, led by?Dr. Jun Liu, Technical Director in China, and Joe Karnaz, Global Director of Technology in the US, tackled these challenges with innovative approaches to lubricant synthesis. Read how, below ?? #NationalChemistryWeek #ChemistryInAction #HVACRInnovation #RefrigerantSolutions #LowGWPSolutions

?? Shrieve Chemical acquires Connection Chemical, LP, a full-service distributor of industrial chemicals and fine ingredients based in Newtown, Pennsylvania. "I am excited to welcome Connection Chemical into the Shrieve Chemical family. This transaction reflects our ongoing commitment to expanding the products and capabilities we offer our customers,” said George Fuller, CEO of Shrieve. “The Connection team has built a world-class business with industry-leading product import capabilities, deep supplier relationships, and a diverse product portfolio serving attractive end markets. In partnership with Frank and the Connection team, we look forward to delivering even greater value to our customers and supplier partners.” Frank Farish, President of Connection, added, “We are excited to partner with Shrieve and continue leveraging our global supply chain to deliver a consistent supply of high-quality products to customers across North America. Our shared values and dedication to customer service make this partnership a perfect fit, and we are eager to harness the strength of the combined organization to better serve our customers and suppliers." Read more about the acquisition?? #specialtychemicals #acquisition #shrievechemical

Celebrating National Chemistry Week ?? Capped Polyalkylene Glycols (PAGs) At Shrieve, we believe that chemistry drives innovation, and during National Chemistry Week, we are proud to spotlight one of the most significant advancements in lubricant technology—Capped Polyalkylene Glycols (PAGs). Capped PAGs are a new generation of high-performance lubricants designed to meet the growing demands of modern HVACR and automotive systems. These lubricants are built on the flexibility and versatility of traditional PAGs but go further by offering enhanced stability, compatibility, and efficiency in systems using next-generation refrigerants like?R1234yf,?CO2, and?R-32. Dr Liz Dixon, Shrieve’s Technical Director EMEA, shares insights into this cutting-edge technology ?? #lubricanttechnology #shrieve #nationalchemistryweek #specialtychemicals #innovationthroughchemistry

???Celebrating National Chemistry Week??? At Shrieve, chemistry isn’t just a science—it’s the foundation of innovative solutions that push the boundaries of refrigeration and HVAC technologies. Recently, our very own Senior Application Engineer, Manuel Mu?oz Alonso, presented Shrieve’s Technical Team’s cutting-edge insights at the 11th International Conference on Compressors and Refrigerants 2024 in Bratislava. In his presentation, "How Changes in Lubricants Can Address Challenges Associated with Hydrocarbon Refrigerants in High-Temperature Heat Pumps", Manuel discussed how lubricant chemistry plays a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and safety of modern heat pump systems. With the growing demand for eco-friendly refrigerants and high-temperature applications, the right lubricant choice can be a game-changer. Manuel’s approach demonstrated how understanding viscosity, miscibility, and solubility in lubricants can address the challenges posed by natural refrigerants like hydrocarbons—making systems more efficient, sustainable, and resilient in high-temperature operations. Let’s use National Chemistry Week as a reminder of the power of chemistry in driving innovation and sustainability in our industry: https://lnkd.in/etewaFxR??? #NationalChemistryWeek #SustainableCooling #LubricantsInHVAC #HydrocarbonRefrigerants #Shrieve #Innovation #Sustainability Liz Dixon Joe Karnaz @Jun Liu

Gemspring Capital Closes Continuation Vehicle for Shrieve Chemical Gemspring Capital Management, LLC a middle-market private equity firm, is pleased to announce the closing of a single-asset continuation vehicle that acquired interests in Shrieve Chemical Company. The transaction was led by global private markets investment firm, StepStone Group, and supported by a diverse group of new and existing investors, including a substantial investment from an affiliate of Gemspring and the Shrieve management team. The transaction, and a concurrent refinancing of the Company’s debt facilities, will provide follow-on capital to support organic growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, Shrieve is a leading, value-added chemicals distributor supporting suppliers and serving customers across the industrial, food ingredient, water treatment, agricultural, energy, specialty lubricant and other segments globally. Since Gemspring’s acquisition in December 2019, Shrieve has significantly expanded its product slate and product management capabilities, enhanced its salesforce and increased its geographic and end market diversity through organic initiatives and the completion of five strategic add-on acquisitions. “With Gemspring’s operational and financial resources, we have entered new markets, added key personnel, bolstered our capabilities and significantly enhanced our product offering to customers while maintaining exceptional service,” said George Fuller, CEO of Shrieve. “We are excited to extend our partnership with Gemspring and secure additional capital to continue growing organically and through strategic acquisitions.” Geoff Broglio, Managing Director at Gemspring added, “Gemspring has partnered with the talented team at Shrieve to implement a value creation plan that has driven an expansion of products, geographies, and capabilities to best serve Shrieve’s customers. We are excited to continue on the growth journey with Shrieve and utilize additional financial resources to remain a consolidator of choice in the chemical distribution industry.” ?“Gemspring and Shrieve have demonstrated a strong track record of success, and we’re pleased to support the Company’s next stage of growth as it strengthens its position as a leading, value-added chemicals distributor,” said Adam Johnston, Partner at Stepstone. Jefferies LLC served as lead financial advisor, Moelis & Company LLC served as a financial advisor, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal counsel to Gemspring. Goodwin Proctor LLP served as legal counsel to StepStone on the transaction.?