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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Call For Abstracts Opens for Compressors Conference

13 Jul 2026

The 15th International Conference on Compressors and Their Systems, taking place from 13 to 15 September 2027, is now inviting submissions. With the theme "Advancing compression technology through industry and academia collaboration", the conference will bring together researchers, academics, manufacturers, designers, suppliers and end users to share the latest developments in compressors, expanders, pumps and related systems.

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New Technician Bulletins Now Available

8 Jul 2026

Topics explored in this IOR EngTech mailing including liquid refrigerant receivers and a guide to AHU fan belts. You can now access these valuable technical resources through the IOR Technician App or via the IOR website.

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CIBSE 2026 Training Brochure

8 Jul 2026

CIBSE has released its 2026 training brochure which includes courses of interest to individuals working or aiming to work in the RACHP sector.

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