Evaluating Leak Types
A Smarter Path for Technicians
Leak detection is no longer a binary function.
It’s not just about sensing whether refrigerant is present or not – it’s about knowing the kind of leak you’re dealing with and responding accordingly.
One of the most transformative elements in our LDaaS journey came from studying how leaks behave across different operational contexts.
Thanks to the insights in the AKO technical paper
We now recognize that every leak has a story — and that story matters when prioritizing technician response, triage protocols, and compliance documentation.
The LDaaS platform, supported by AKOCloud and powered by precision NDIR technology, can help identify and categorize several types of refrigerant leaks:
Stable Leaks
Persistent over time, these are often due to eroded components or worn fittings. LDaaS flags consistent signals, helping teams prioritize repairs without unnecessary guesswork.
Nocturnal Leaks
These happen during inactive periods — weekends, holidays, or overnight. They can go unnoticed for days. With 24/7 monitoring, LDaaS doesn’t sleep. It catches what others miss.
Escalated Leaks
High-pressure or fast-developing leaks that may start small but grow rapidly. Early detection allows for strategic response before catastrophic system loss.
Defrost-Related Leaks
Occur during thermal shifts when piping and connections are under stress. LDaaS can correlate leak signals with defrost cycles to pinpoint timing and cause.
Micro-Leaks
Releasing refrigerant in units or tens of PPM, these require high sensitivity and patient detection. Our platform doesn’t just detect them—it logs their progression so technicians can decide when to act.
Repetitive Leaks
Recurring issues in the same location or system. LDaaS helps surface patterns across time and space, supporting root-cause analysis and strategic maintenance planning.
Putting Technology to Work for Every Technician
This leak profiling isn’t just academic. It’s practical. It allows every technician, from rookie to veteran, to:
✓ Know what type of leak they’re responding to.
✓ Understand urgency and context instantly.
✓ Communicate clearly with stakeholders.
✓ Document effectively for compliance.
✓ Focus on prevention, not just reaction
When someone joins the LDaaS journey, they’re not just buying sensors.
They’re gaining a support system that helps their best people become even better.
Because when the tech knows what they’re facing — and they’re backed by a system that sees the whole picture — everything changes.
