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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.
Recent posts
IOR Webinar on F Gas Phasedown Reform Consultation
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.
Online event
New Technician Good Practice Guides Available
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.
Publication
GB F Gas consultation launched by DEFRA
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).
News
Talk on the Future of Compressors Now Available
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.
Recording
IOR’s Committees Share Achievements and Plans
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.
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