 | Industrial Refrigeration and
Power Engineering Experts |
In 2019, Robert Laframboise and Clayton Cassady founded RC Mechanical with a clear mission: to elevate the standard of mechanical and refrigeration service in Ontario. Backed by five decades of combined experience, they’ve built a company focused on performance, people, and progress.
RC Mechanical team brings deep technical expertise and a customer-first mindset to every project — from facility management and system upgrades to plant staffing and certified training. They work alongside clients in manufacturing, food service, cold storage, and beyond, tailoring each solution to meet their operational, safety, and sustainability goals.
Company services:
- Power Engineers & Refrigeration Operators
- Refrigeration & HVAC Service
- Education and training
Education Programs Include:
- 5-Week Basic Industrial Refrigeration Course
Designed for entry-level operators or TSSA Path 2 candidates, this course covers the essential theory and practical knowledge required to work safely in industrial refrigeration environments.
- 10-Week TSSA Class A Preparation Courses Class A Course
In-depth, instructor-led training for certified operators ready to advance their credentials. Includes virtual instruction, site tours, testing, and hands-on learning components.
- 10-Week TSSA Class B Preparation Courses Class B Course
In-depth, instructor-led training for certified operators ready to advance their credentials. Includes virtual instruction, site tours, testing, and hands-on learning components.
- One-Day Onsite Ammonia Awareness training
A comprehensive, instructor‑led program designed for technicians, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and facility staff working in or around ammonia‑refrigerated environments. This course provides foundational knowledge, practical safety guidance, and regulatory awareness to help teams recognize hazards, respond effectively, and maintain a safe workplace.
Refrigeration Operator Textbook
The Industrial Refrigeration Operator Textbook is RC Mechanical Inc.’s flagship training resource, engineered for the next generation of ammonia and Freon industrial refrigeration professionals. This premium 800‑page edition delivers unmatched depth, clarity, and Canadian regulatory alignment—making it the most comprehensive operator reference of its kind. Crafted from decades of field experience and aligned with TSSA Class B and Class A expectations, textbook blends technical precision with practical, real‑world operator guidance. It is designed to support both exam preparation and day‑to‑day facility operations in cold storage, food processing, and industrial environments.
