Ammonia Refrigeration Training

Bassett Ammonia360™: A Training Built on Real-World Experience

Industrial Refrigeration

The combination of technical information and theoretical applications as they relate the complex standards, good mix! They made the material understandable and less intimidating. They also did a good job of sharing the ways that they could offer assistance and gave great real world examples.

-First-time Bassett Ammonia360 Attendee

Building Confidence Through Ammonia Refrigeration Training

Two days. Real-world instruction. A complete view of ammonia refrigeration.

Operating an industrial ammonia refrigeration system requires more than awareness—it requires understanding. Bassett Ammonia360™ is a hands-on, real-world training program designed to give operators, maintenance teams, and facility leaders a practical, complete view of ammonia refrigeration systems so they can operate more confidently, safely, and effectively.

This immersive training combines foundational knowledge with real-world system behavior, equipment operation, and industry best practices—delivered by professionals who work with these systems every day.

Why Ammonia360™

Build confidence in system operation
Improve safety awareness and risk recognition
Better understand equipment, controls, and system behavior
Make more informed day-to-day decisions
Support reliability, compliance, and uptime

Course Overview

A comprehensive, hands-on training experience designed to build real-world knowledge and confidence.

Duration: 2 Days + Optional Day 3 (PSM)
Location: Bassett Mechanical – Kaukauna, WI
Time: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Upcoming Training Dates

September 22–24, 2026
March 16 – 18, 2027

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What You’ll Learn

Day 1: Foundations of Ammonia Refrigeration

Day 1 focuses on building a strong understanding of ammonia refrigeration fundamentals and safe system operation.

Ammonia Awareness & Safety
Properties, hazards, exposure recognition, and safe operating behaviors
Refrigeration Fundamentals
The “why” behind the refrigeration cycle and normal system operation
The Basic Refrigeration Cycle
Compression, condensation, expansion, and evaporation explained through real-world system behavior
System Overview
How components work together and how operator actions impact performance

Day 2: System Components, Operations, and Safety

Day 2 builds on the foundation with deeper insight into equipment, controls, and incident prevention.

Compressor types: single screw, twin screw, and reciprocating
Screw compressor oil recirculation and loading/unloading
Evaporative condenser designs, operation, and best practices
Evaporator designs and applications
Hot gas defrost best practices and common system incidents
Ammonia valve operation, types, and applications
Ammonia pump types and applications

Optional Day 3: Process Safety Management (PSM)

A practical overview of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements.

The purpose and intent of PSM/RMP—and why it matters
Key elements such as operating procedures, mechanical integrity, training, and incident investigation
How PSM ties directly to day-to-day operations
Common PSM gaps seen in real facilities
Roles and responsibilities across teams

Taught by Field-Proven Professionals

Training is led by Bassett’s RETA-authorized instructor and experienced industrial refrigeration professionals who work with ammonia systems every day in the field—not just in a classroom.

Participants gain practical insight grounded in real-world experience, not theory alone.

Who Should Attend

Operators and maintenance technicians (new or experienced)
Supervisors and reliability or maintenance leads
Safety or EHS professionals
Anyone responsible for ammonia system safety, reliability, and uptime

A Complete View of Your System

Bassett Ammonia360™ goes beyond basic training by connecting classroom learning to real-world application—helping your team better understand system behavior, recognize risks, and respond with confidence.

Participants leave with a clearer understanding of how ammonia refrigeration systems work and how their role directly impacts safety and performance.

Ready to Learn More?

Whether you’re looking to strengthen system understanding, improve safety awareness, or support more confident day-to-day operation, Bassett Ammonia360™ provides the knowledge and perspective your team needs.

Request more information today to learn about registration, availability, and whether this training is the right fit for your facility.

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