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Technical
The IOR is recognised as the leading source of independent technical information on refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pumps. Whether you are an engineer, designer, service technician or equipment operator we have a range of guidance available for immediate download, free to members or at a charge to non members:
- Codes of Practice covering the safety requirements for different refrigerant groups including Flammables and Carbon Dioxide
- Good Practice Guides for Service Engineers and Engineering Technicians to improve standards and increase knowledge in best practice
- Technical Guidance Notes explaining key legislation, safety issues or refrigerant properties
- Useful Publications by other organisations are also included in our database such as CIBSE TM44, International Institute of Refrigeration Informatory Notes, certain FETA guidance and British Cryoengineering Society books and papers.
Browse our publications database at: https://ior.org.uk/technical/buy-documents
Recent posts
IOR Industry Skills Alliance: First Meeting Date Announced
2 Mar 2026
Members are invited to attend the launch of the IOR's Industry Skills Alliance. This event is open to individuals interested in shaping the future of the skills agenda for the RACHP sector. Find out more about the evet and the role of the Skills Alliance here.
Live event
Recording Now Available for March IOR TechTalk
9 Mar 2026
The recording for the IOR TechTalk on “Unscrambling the Refrigerant Clutter for the Future” on 5th March is now available from the IOR Webinar Channel.
Recording
EBSSA Sector Skills Plan Launched
3 Mar 2026
The Engineering and Building Services Skills Alliance (EBSSA) published recently their strategic Sector Skills Plan, as part of the work undertaken by the Construction Mission Skills Board.
Education
IOR Technician App Shortlisted for Award
26 Feb 2026
We're delighted to announce that the IOR Technician App has been shortlisted as a finalist for the ACR News Awards in the Training Initiative of the Year Category.
News
Members invited to feedback on update and review of IOR Constitution
24 Feb 2026
A review of the IOR Constitution has been carried out to ensure it complies with current Charity Commission guidance and improve the wording for clarity. Open for consultation and comment by members until 30th April 2026.
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