2 Jan 2019
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.
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.
23 Apr 2026
Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
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.
11 May 2026
The IOR Masterclass on core principles for flammable refrigerants is now available from the Institute's webinar channel. This online session introduces the essential principles behind safe handling and day-to-day good practice across RACHP applications.
7 May 2026
The BSRIA has recently released its Worldwide Air Conditioning Report on Chillers and its Split Systems Report, revealing that overall demand in cooling has increased by 245% since 2010.