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Earlier this month, Orlando Rawlings from Daikin UK was selected to represent Team UK at the WorldSkills International Competition in Russia. Orlando joins another 29 skilled British apprentices and students that have been selected to represent their trades through a series of regional and national events, before going through the WordSkills selection process. Also known as as the “Skills Olympics” , WorldSkills will take place from 22 to 27 August 2019 in Kazan Russia and will attract competitors from 60 different countries. www.worldskillsuk.orgFind out more about how you can support this important industry event to raise the profile of skills and apprenticeships at www.skillfridge.co.uk
Recent posts
IOR Webinar on F Gas Phasedown Reform Consultation
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.
Online event
New Technician Good Practice Guides Available
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.
Publication
GB F Gas consultation launched by DEFRA
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).
News
Talk on the Future of Compressors Now Available
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.
Recording
IOR’s Committees Share Achievements and Plans
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.
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