30 Oct 2018
Do you have some interesting research, information about new applications or innovations which would be of interest to IOR members? 
If so please let us know by 1 December 2018 for a chance to be part of the next IOR papers programme. To participate, send us a 500-word outline indicating which themes will be covered, what readers will learn and how this work is advancing the science and practice of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pumps. Outlines must include the names and background on the authors, a title for the presentation and your contact details.
Use our contact form to send your outline and mark the subject line technical papers proposal.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.