The IOR masterclass series is designed to support colleges and employers who take on trainees (or anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge).

This presentation will be broadcast live but will also be available in the IOR Masterclass library. 

If you are unable to join the live broadcast, still register to receive a link to the recording. 

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Date: 4th June 2026
Time: 10am 
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: Online (registration required)

Title: From Smart Controls to System Intelligence: Advancing Energy Performance in Refrigeration and Heat Pumps

Overview
Building on the foundations established in the previous IOR Masterclass on Smart Controls, this session takes a deeper look at how intelligent control strategies can be applied at system level to drive measurable performance gains. The talk moves beyond individual components to focus on how integrated control approaches can optimise refrigeration and heat pump systems in real operating conditions.

Key Themes

• How advanced control strategies build on smart controls to deliver sustained energy savings
• The role of system-wide intelligence in improving efficiency, stability, and responsiveness
• Turning data into action: using monitoring, analytics, and automation to support better decisions
• Aligning control strategies with decarbonisation goals and net zero targets

What Attendees Will Learn

• Practical examples of how intelligent controls are being used successfully in live installations
• Common limitations of traditional control approaches, and how to overcome them
• How to identify opportunities for improvement within existing systems
• What emerging control technologies mean for future system design and operation

Who Should Attend

• Engineers, designers, and operators involved in refrigeration and heat pump systems
• Energy and sustainability professionals seeking practical pathways to lower energy use
• Anyone looking to move from basic smart controls to more advanced, connected solutions

Why Attend
This session provides practical insight grounded in real-world experience, helping attendees bridge the gap between theory and application. It is particularly valuable for those who attended the earlier masterclass and want to take the next step, while remaining fully accessible to newcomers with an interest in energy performance and intelligent system control.

Interactive talk with live Q&A — bring your questions!

The Presenter

Tim Thain MInstR

Tim is an Account Manager at Resource Data Management. He has many years of hands-on experience designing and managing innovative and efficient refrigeration systems and possesses an in-depth understanding of the technical intricacies and challenges within the HVAC and refrigeration sector. 

Do you need CPD?

A Continuous Professional Development (CPD) certificate is available on request from IOR for the event. Delegates will recieve details of how to claim this certifcate once they have attended the event.