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Archaeologists have recently discover a large ice house just South of Regent Park in London. The huge structure was thriving during the booming 18th and 19th century ice trade and housed blocks of Norwegian fjord ice which was used as an anesthetic for dental procedures and to chill drinks for the well-heeled local residents. Click here to read the full article on this exciting discovery.Recent posts
About the IOR
23 Apr 2026
The Institute of Refrigeration is the professional engineering body for all individuals working in RACHP. Find out more about the IOR here.
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23 Apr 2026
Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
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23 Apr 2026
When you become a member of the Institute of Refrigeration you are joining a group of specialist experts driving the sector forward.
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BSI Celebrating Its 125th Anniversary
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The Institute of Refrigeration is a member of the BSI and a nominating body that puts forward experts to technical panels in charge of developing safety standards.
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New Publications Series from the IOR Environmental Committee
23 Apr 2026
The IOR’s Environmental Committee has today published the first in a new series of Technology Briefs on the topic of Heat Recovery.
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