Calling RACHP innovators! Applications for the MacRobert Award are now open.

This award recognises outstanding engineering innovation with winners receiving a £50,000 cash prize, gold medal and national acclaim. Applications are welcomed from all sectors of engineering and organisers encourage applications that showcase the diversity of talent supporting UK engineering innovation.

Details on how and why to apply for the 2022 Award can be found here. Applications close on 31 January 2022. 

 

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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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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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