The IOR provides services to its members and the wider community that help individuals to improve safety and compliance, reduce environmental impact, understand the opportunities of new technologies and gain recognition for their own continued professional development and training. 

We bring together reliable experts in these fields to produce industry reference publications, and technical events.  Through the IOR you will be able to engage with individuals the wider RACHP sector, develop your ideas and understanding, and enhance your impact and employability.

Find out more about what the  IOR can offer you in our Technical, Events, Education and Environment pages.

 

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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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Join us

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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New Publications Series from the IOR Environmental Committee

23 Apr 2026

The IOR’s Environmental Committee has today published the first in a new series of Technology Briefs on the topic of Heat Recovery. 

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Volunteer at the Big Bang Fair

20 Apr 2026

Keen to promote our brilliant sector to young people? The Big Bang Fair, the UK's biggest free celebration of STEM for young people is looking for volunteers!

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IOR Announces First Talk & Tour

16 Apr 2026

The IOR is hosting is first-ever Talk & Tour on 19 May; this half-day in-person event will bring together delegates from across the RACHP sector to explore the practical path to net zero.

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