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The IOR is made up of around 1950 individuals in many different roles and career stages from student to business owner. It was formed in 1899 and exists today to promote the advancement of refrigeration and its applications for the public good. What does this mean in practice? It means that members come to the IOR to share and learn. We avoid commercial or product/business promotion in both our education and technical output. We offer national and local events, networks, training webinars, technical guidance and promote innovation. The IOR also takes a leadership role in promoting careers, CPD and encouraging training. The IOR represents the sector to give it the profile and recognition for its contribution to the many positive aspects of society that it deserves.
The IOR is a professional affiliate of the Engineering Council, the UK representative body of ASHRAE, provides UK membership of the International Institute of Refrigeration, is a member of the Construction CPD Service and nominates to the BSI standards development organisation. It is a registered scientific and educational charity, owned by its members. It provides recognition of individual achievement and innovation through awards, provides free technical advice for apprentices and students and funds a variety of STEM initiatives to promote careers.
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Recent posts
What we do
23 Apr 2026
Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
News
Join us
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.
News
New IOR Technology Brief on Retrofitting Doors
13 Aug 2026
A new technology brief on retrofitting doors to open-fronted display cabinets is now available on the IOR website. Published by the IOR Environmental Committee, this document focuses on practical considerations associated with retrofitting doors.
Publication
Abstract Deadline Extended for Adaptation 2027
11 Aug 2026
Organisers of Adaptation 2027 have extended the deadline for abstract submissions to 8 September 2026 following exceptional interest from the global RACHP sector.
Live event
Apprenticeship Funding Changes
30 Jul 2026
The Government has announced a significant change to apprenticeship funding that will make it easier and more affordable for employers to invest in the next generation of talent from 1 August 2026.
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