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The IOR is proud to announce the relaunch of Fantastic Fridges – its dedicated web site designed to introduce young people to the practical science behind refrigeration technologies and help them to understand the contribution that refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pumping makes to modern life. The web site also aims to showcase the great career opportunities our sector is currently offering to young people.In addition to practical examples where refrigeration is needed, the web site features the Cool for School competition which aims to challenge KS3 students to explore the science, technology, engineering and mathematical principles that underlie refrigeration processes, and come up with a simple experiment or presentation to demonstrate one of these. Some fantastic prizes are up for grabs including £2,000 worth of science kit for your school packed with equipment and books for the winning team’s school. Click here to find out how to take part
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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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Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
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Join us
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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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Anthony Brown FInstR
4 Jun 2026
We are sorry to advise that Anthony Brown FInstR, IOR President from 1992 to 1994, has recently passed away at the age of 91. His influence and generosity left a lasting imprint on the refrigeration community.
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Statement: IOR's Role In Education & Training
4 Jun 2026
The Institute of Refrigeration has recently issued a statement to clarify its role in education and training. The full statement is now available on the IOR website.
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