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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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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.
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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.
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ICR 2027: Call For Abstracts Now Open
15 Jul 2026
Organisers of the International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR) are inviting abstract submissions that present case studies, innovations, research, and expert insights.
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Summer 2026 IOR Newsletter Now Available
14 Jul 2026
The summer 2026 newsletter features articles on EN378 revision, new environment guidance notes, and pieces from members on topics including pipe insulation.
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Call For Abstracts Opens for Compressors Conference
13 Jul 2026
The 15th International Conference on Compressors and Their Systems, taking place from 13 to 15 September 2027, is now inviting submissions. With the theme "Advancing compression technology through industry and academia collaboration", the conference will bring together researchers, academics, manufacturers, designers, suppliers and end users to share the latest developments in compressors, expanders, pumps and related systems.
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