9 Sep 2024
Bookings are still open for the IOR Annual Dinner and in 2025, the ‘Original Fridge Dinner’ will take place at an exciting new location – the London Hilton Bankside. Situated on the historic Southbank, this luxurious hotel is close to the City of London and the iconic Tate Modern. The venue combines modern elegance with an urban vibe, offering a stylish and sophisticated backdrop for a memorable evening.
Members and guests will gather to celebrate the industry, while supporting the Institute of Refrigeration’s work in education and promoting industry standards. The event is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with friends, spend quality time with customers, and network with new contacts—all while enjoying a thoroughly entertaining evening, including a guest speaker.
Find out more and book your place here.
11 Nov 2025
Hear from DEFRA and industry experts about the impacts and opportunities for the RACHP industry following the launch of the UK Government’s consultation on reforming the HFC phasedown under the GB F Gas Regulation.
6 Nov 2025
Topics of the new bulletins include direct expansion water-to-refrigerant evaporators, electrical safe isolation and determining the wattage of electric heaters.
5 Nov 2025
The outcomes will be used to shape future legislation for our sector. Take part in this consultation to make the views of the RACHP industry heard. Industry groups will be coordinating a response through ACRIB (Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board).
5 Nov 2025
The talk by Prof. Ahmed Kovacevic, FREng on emerging technologies in compressors and their systems is now available from the IOR website.
3 Nov 2025
On 29 October, the IOR members met to share their reports on activity, plans and strategies for the future. Seven IOR committees met, including Membership, Education, Environment, Technical, Engineering Technician Group, Women in RACHP, and the Dinner Committee.