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Our industry experts share their advice and insights into the world of controls, and you’re invited to hear what they have to say.

Simplicity & Capability: A2L Refrigerant Transitions with Intelligent Controls

Our experts joined the ESCO Institute podcast Did You Know? to share how the right controls can simplify the transition to A2L refrigerants and shape the industry’s future.

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An inside look at PENN System 550

Watch this video with PENN’s Corey Filkins about why our System 550 refrigeration control system is a complete solution.

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Optimizing Refrigeration Efficiency and Cost with A2L Controls

See how advanced controls can help you streamline operations while increasing savings.

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Navigating the A2L Revolution with Keith Gifford

Listen to this podcast that explores the opportunities and challenges that A2L refrigerants pose.

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A2L & A3 Refrigerants: A Compliance Guide and PENN Controls Progress Report

This webinar looks into these low-GWP refrigerants and the current regulations surrounding them.

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What to Know About Transitioning to Low-GWP Refrigerant

This article by PENN^®’s Keith Gifford and Bill Merritt examines how advancements in refrigerant sensors and controls help you adapt to low-GWP A2L natural refrigerants.

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PENN^® in the news

NEW EQUIPMENT DIGEST: PENN System 550 Replaces Legacy System

See the exciting features of System 550, including guided setup and cloud connectivity for remote monitoring.

SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES: Johnson Controls PENN 550 control modules

Learn how System 550 modular controller streamlines the transition from analog to digital temperature, humidity and/or pressure sensing.

HVACInformed: Johnson Controls PENN System 550 Launch Details

See details about the launch of PENN’s new web-enabled control modules as well as comments from Keith Gifford.

CONTRACTING BUSINESS: Johnson Controls Announces Modular Electronic Control

Read how Johnson Controls is leading the transition to low-GWP refrigerants with the PENN^® System 550 modular electronic control.

CONTRACTING BUSINESS: Contracting Business AHR Expo Product Picks

See the top product picks from the 2025 AHR Expo, including the PENN^® System 550 modular electronic control.

PHCP PROS: Johnson Controls PENN^® System 550

Learn about the PENN^® System 550 modular electronic control unit, the first to include A2L refrigerant leak sensing and mitigation functionality and optional two-way cloud connectivity.

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