19 Jan 2022
The IOR is currently gathering nominations for its Lifetime Achievement Award, a prestigious accolade recognising an individual who has devoted their career to giving outstanding service in maintenance and service of refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pump equipment.
Candidates must have substantial experience as a Service Engineer or Technician and still be active in this role within the industry. The prize, which comprises £400, a commemorative medal and certificate, will be awarded during the IOR Annual Dinner in London on 30 June 2022.
Nominations can be made by employers, clients or colleagues using the dedicated form on the IOR website available here. The deadline for nominations is 15th February 2022.
21 Jul 2025
We encourage all members to engage in the consultation process by reading the draft standard and submitting comments through the on-line BSI portal, or by sending comments back to the Institute Technical Committee who will collate the comments and submit them on your behalf.
10 Jul 2025
The IOR’s RACHP EngTech Section is proud to announce the launch of an innovative mobile technician’s app, now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
21 Jul 2025
The IOR is calling for submissions for the Beyond Refrigeration Environmental Award! This prestigious annual award celebrates innovative UK projects that are making a real impact by cutting environmental emissions from cooling systems, driving us closer to vital net-zero goals.
17 Jul 2025
The IOR was invited to a career fair at a South London to showcase career options in the RACHP sector.
15 Jul 2025
How will rising temperatures reshape our homes and cities? Join us at Adaptation 2025 for a topical keynote by Dr Ruth Wood (PhD) of Manchester University, focusing on what rising temperatures mean for homes and cities.