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IOR Institute of Refrigeration

NEW ON-LINE IOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY TO SAIRAC MEMBERS.

SAIRAC Members can now join the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR, UK) as an eAffiliate member at a specially discounted partner membership fee. The price for this is just £20 – equivalent to about R385 (normally around £90 per year). This rate is only available to our members because of a partnership which our National Committee have recently agreed with the IOR to share resources and work more closely together.

The benefit of taking up an IOR eAffiliate membership subscription is access to:

  • over 300 technical bulletins to download from the IOR website including Safety Codes of Practice for the four refrigerant groups – usually retailing at £48 each for non members
  • new refrigerant elearning and training materials for alternatives such as carbon dioxide, flammables and ammonia
  • invitations to take part in technical webinars, with recordings accessible when you want to watch them and free Certificates for Professional Development when you participate
  • news and updates on refrigerant developments from the IOR
  • you can book to attend UK-based IOR conferences at member discount rates

SAIRAC members can find more information by logging into the SAIRAC members only area and selecting the IOR tab.

Latest News:

Bookings are now open for the 127th IOR Annual Dinner

Bookings are now open for the 127th IOR Annual Dinner, taking place on 25 February 2027 at the Hilton London Bankside. This flagship gathering offers a great opportunity to broaden your network, reconnect with colleagues, and enjoy an evening of celebration. The programme will shine a spotlight on outstanding personal and professional achievements across the RACHP sector.

Both tables and individual places are available, with guests welcome to sit with colleagues or take the opportunity to forge new industry connections. Tickets start at £247.80 per person for IOR Members. For tickets and further details, visit www.ior.org.uk/annualdinner.

To showcase your brand or explore new sponsorship opportunities for organisations of all sizes at the IOR Annual Dinner, contact Lisa Waters at lisa@ior.org.uk.

 

New IOR newsletter – your update on the IOR’s work on skills, the environment and the sector’s technical development

Discover how IOR members are advancing education and skills, strengthening environmental action, and tackling key technical challenges in the latest IOR newsletter.

This edition also outlines opportunities for you to play a part: from joining the IOR Industry Skills Alliance to engaging with future regional branches and accessing a growing range of CPD activities designed to support your professional development. The IOR Newsletter is available here.

 

IOR Board of Trustees nominations open

As a member of the IOR you can take a more active role in the Institute by becoming a member of its governing body, the Board of Trustees. Board members help steer the IOR’s direction and work in areas such as education outreach, environmental guidance, research and innovation events and supporting education and training initiatives. 

If you are interested in standing for election to the Board please see the guidance available here . You will need two members to support your nomination, to complete a form and declaration and provide a photograph by 1st August 2026. 

 

Call for abstracts for Adaptation 2027

The Call for Abstracts for the 2nd IIR International Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures (Adaptation 2027) is now open. Organisers are inviting abstracts presenting case studies, innovations, research, and expert insights at the intersection of refrigeration technology and climate adaptation.

Contributions should align with the following themes: 

·        Managing Risk 

·        Environmental, Social and Governance 

·        The Future Landscape of RACHP

The 2nd IIR International Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures (known as Adaptation 2027) is taking place from 8 to 10 March 2027 at Austin Court, Birmingham. This event, which will be organised by the Institute of Refrigeration, will include two days of presentations, workshops and short course and one day of topical conference tours.

The Call for abstracts will close on 10th August 2027. Find out more and submit your abstract at www.adaptation2027.com.

 

Update on education and skills from the IOR

As the IOR is progressing on its skills objectives, here are some developments to look out for:

·       Call for evidence on apprenticeships closing on 1 August: the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Apprenticeships has launched a national Call for Evidence exploring the role apprenticeships can play in supporting economic growth through the Government’s Industrial Strategy. The inquiry will gather views from employers, training providers, colleges, sector bodies, recruiters, and industry leaders before making recommendations to Government on future skills policy, funding, and delivery. Submit your evidence here by 1 August 2026

·       The Future of Skills by the IOR Industry Skills Alliance Co-Chairs: Industry Skills Alliance Co-Chairs Andrew Bowden FInstR and Mark Harris MInstR joined the Tip of the Iceberg podcast to discuss the Alliance’s purpose, achievements so far, and its plans for future development. Listen to the podcast here.

·       IOR Industry Skills Alliance November Meeting Announced: an in-person meeting will take place at Leeds College on 19 November. Book your place at https://ior.org.uk/events/isa-Nov26.

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