July 15, 2016

DOE ordered Duracold Refrigeration Manufacturing Company, LLC, to pay a $16,000 civil penalty after finding Duracold Refrigeration had failed to certify that certain walk-in cooler and freezer components comply with the applicable energy conservation standards. The Order adopted a Compromise Agreement, which reflected settlement terms between DOE and Duracold Refrigeration.

DOE alleged in a June 10, 2016 Notice of Proposed Civil Penalty that Duracold Refrigeration had failed to certify certain walk-in coolers and freezers as compliant with the applicable energy conservation standards. DOE regulations require a manufacturer (which includes importers) to submit reports certifying that its products have been tested and meet the applicable water conservation standards.  The civil penalty notice advised the company of the potential penalties and DOE's administrative process, including the company's right to a hearing.