30 Oct 2019
J&E Hall Gold Medal Winner, Mark McLinden's paper on options for low-GWP refrigerants for small air-conditioning systems is now available for download.
This paper is linked to the TechTalk presentation which will take place on 6 November in London and will present the results of a study to identify alternatives to the HFC refrigerants in addition to reporting the results of a comprehensive search for the best
single-component, low-GWP replacement fluid.
Places for the TechTalk by this world-respected author are going fast, but you can book here to attend or register for the webinar.

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.
9 Oct 2024
Consultation on proposed changes to IOR Constitution now open for comment
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.
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.
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.