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    • Ritchie Engineering Co.

    Bloomington, MN 55438

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    About Ritchie Engineering Co.

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    10950 Hampshire Ave South
    Bloomington, MN 55438
    http://www.yellowjacket.com
    952-943-1333
    800-769-8370
    800-322-8684

    More Info on Ritchie Engineering Co.

    Ritchie Engineering manufactures the full line of YELLOW JACKET air conditioning service tools.

    PRODUCTS & PRESS RELEASES

    Yellow Jacket Turbo Recover
    Tools

    Yellow Jacket TurboRecover Recovery Machine

    Feb. 16, 2022
    Prevents cross-contamination
    Bullet Dc Vacuum Pump
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Yellow Jacket BULLET DC Vacuum Pump

    Dec. 9, 2021
    Easy-to-carry, lightweight design
    63325 Alloy Deluxe Ratchet Tube Bender Kit Open Case 5x5
    Tools

    Yellow Jacket Alloy Ratchet Tube Bender Kit

    March 31, 2021
    Able to bend 1/4" and 7/8" soft copper and aluminum
    Ritchie Eng Scape
    Shop Equipment

    Ritchie Engineering Co. introduces SuperEvac PLUS II

    Feb. 23, 2021
    Designed for use with A2L systems, the integration of a brushless DC (BLDC) motor to drive the vacuum pump provides several technological advantages over AC motor driven vacuum...
    Photo courtesy of Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc.
    Greg Guse, director of engineering, Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc.
    Industry News

    Ritchie Engineering Company hires Director of Engineering

    June 15, 2020
    Greg Guse, director of engineering, Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc. is responsible for driving product strategy and development, as well as contributing to the marketing and...

    Articles & News

    Mike Shore
    Shop Equipment

    Ask the Expert: What is a good way for service centers to bring in revenue?

    Mike Shore
    June 18, 2018
    One often overlooked opportunity is the air conditioning system inside every vehicle that rolls into your shop.

    Videos & Resources

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    Shop Equipment

    VIDEO: Tool Review: YELLOW JACKET ManTooth Wireless MVAC Diagnostic Kit

    June 4, 2020
    In this video, Scott Brown, ASE Master Certified L1 Technician, reviews the YELLOW JACKET ManTooth Wireless MVAC Diagnostic Kit.

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    Jim
    Tech Tips

    Tech Tip: Temperature changes on a condenser

    Aug. 5, 2020
    The inlet to outlet temperature change on a condenser should be 20 degrees F minimum to 50 degrees maximum for a tube and fin condenser.
    93600 Bullet Vacuum Pump Angle Merged Cmyk 300dpi5x5
    Shop Equipment

    Bullet X Vacuum Pump

    June 15, 2020
    The Yellow Jacket Bullet X Vacuum Pump is a two-stage rotary vane oil-sealed 7 cfm pump that pulls down to 25 microns. It features a wide mouth oil reservoir port for easier, ...
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    Shop Equipment

    Ask the Expert: What is an enthalpy chart and how will it help diagnose an automotive A/C system?

    May 28, 2020
    An enthalpy chart shows the A/C cycle and at what temperature and pressure the refrigerant changes from a gas to a liquid and back to a gas.
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    Shop Equipment

    Ask the Expert: How can a Yellow Jacket Automotive Mantooth Kit make my shop more productive and profitable?

    May 28, 2020
    The Automotive Mantooth Kit allows you to quickly connect to a vehicle with minimal loss of refrigerant for both R-134a and R-1234yf systems.
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    Shop Equipment

    Ask the Expert: Are you currently using an Automotive A/C machine to diagnose an automotive A/C system?

    May 28, 2020
    With most newer vehicles running a variable displacement compressor and diagnosing by suction and discharge A/C pressures alone is probably not telling the whole story of what...
    Jim
    Tech Tips

    Tech Tip: How to get an accurate enthalpy chart

    May 28, 2020
    To get an accurate enthalpy chart, the clamps need to be placed in the correct locations.
    Jim
    Tech Tips

    Tech Tip: How to use the Yellow Jacket Mantooth Kit

    May 28, 2020
    When using the Yellow Jacket Mantooth Kit make sure to set your elevation.
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    Shop Equipment

    YJII Vacuum Pump

    March 19, 2020
    The Yellow Jacket YJII Vacuum Pump features a compact, lightweight design for servicing small systems for a wide range of applications. Its compact size allows for portability...
    Photo courtesy of Ritchie Engineering Co.
    Sam Negandi, automotive sales director, Ritchie Engineering Co.
    Industry News

    Ritchie Engineering Company hires automotive sales director

    July 23, 2019
    Sam Negandi, a proven sales professional, will lead the company’s automotive division.