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Experimental performance of avocado seed oil as a bio-based phase change material for refrigeration applications.

• Author(s) : MARTINEZ-GORDON R., GUERRERO V. H., CHICO-PROANO A.
• Publication date: 2024/12
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 168
• Formats : PDF

Short vs. Long-Distance Avocado Supply Chains: Life Cycle Assessment Impact Associated to Transport and Effect of Fruit Origin and Supply Conditions Chain on Primary and Secondary Metabolites.

• Author(s) : PEDRESCHI R., PONCE E., HERNÁNDEZ I., FUENTEALBA C., URBINA A., GONZÁLEZ-FERNÁNDEZ J. J., HORMAZA J. I., CAMPOS D., CHIRINOS R., AGUAYO E.
• Publication date: 2022/06
• Languages : English
• Source: Foods - vol. 11 - n. 12
• Formats : PDF

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Extending avocado's storage life through individual wrapping.

• Author(s) : GUEMES D. R., PIROVANI M. E., DI PENTIMA J. H., PIAGENTINI A. M.
• Publication date: 1992/09/07
• Languages : English
• Source: Proposals for the generation and use of refrigeration in the 21st century.
• Formats : PDF

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CONTROLLED ATMOSPHERE STORAGE AND POLYETHYLENE BAG PACKING OF AVOCADOS.

• Author(s) : EKSTEEN G. J., TRUTER A. B.
• Publication date: 1983/08/07
• Languages : English
• Source: [Refrigeration serving humanity]. Proceedings of the XVI^th international Congress of Refrigeration.
• Formats : PDF

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CHANGES IN PROTEIN LEVELS OF AVOCADO (PERSEA AMERICANA, MILL.) CV. < HASS > AT LOW TEMPERATURES.

• Author(s) : ZAMORANO J. P., PLAZA J. L. de la, MERODIO C.
• Publication date: 1991/08/10
• Languages : English
• Source: New challenges in refrigeration. Proceedings of the XVIIIth International Congress of Refrigeration, August 10-17, 1991, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
• Formats : PDF

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FACTORS AFFECTING RESISTANCE TO AIR FLOW THROUGH AVOCADOS PACKED IN FIBERBOARD CRATES.

• Author(s) : HAAS E., FELSENSTEIN G.
• Publication date: 1987/08/24
• Languages : English
• Source: Development in refrigeration, refrigeration for development. Proceedings of the XVIIth international Congress of Refrigeration.
• Formats : PDF

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Hot air treatment (38 °C for 360 minutes and 40 °C for 120 minutes): effect on the postharvest quality, chilling injury and lipid content of "Hass" avocado fruit.

• Author(s) : ROMAN-MARES A., YAHIA E. M.
• Publication date: 2000/10/19
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

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REFRIGERATION AND THE EVOLUTION OF THE COMMERCIAL INTERCHANGES OF TROPICAL FRUIT IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES.

• Author(s) : LAWSON B. L.
• Publication date: 1986/06/18
• Languages : French
• Source: World Conference: Refrigeration for Development.
• Formats : PDF

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FACTORS AFFECTING THE COOLING RATE OF AVOCADOS PACKED IN CORRUGATED CARTONS.

• Author(s) : HAAS E., FELSENSTEIN G.
• Publication date: 1985/11/17
• Languages : English
• Source: Technology advances in refrigerated storage and transport.
• Formats : PDF

Frozen avocados to meet the booming global “avo craze”

Frozen avocado pieces or products represent a rising market for exporters to guarantee year-round supply of avocados, which is becoming crucial to the food service sector. 

• Publication date : 2024/09/19

Refrigeration innovations for the avocado market

The booming global avocado market calls for increasing standards of quality. Refrigeration technologies offer cutting-edge solutions for fruit ripening and seed preservation for future crops.

• Publication date : 2020/10/22

An innovative ripening room inside a container.

Dutch manufacturer Interko has launched an innovative fruit ripening room inside of a standard refrigerated container.

• Publication date : 2021/06/07
• Subjects: Technology

Agreement on air conditioner efficiency standards in the US

On November 11, 2004, air conditioner manufacturers and energy efficiency advocates in the US announced a consensus agreement on equipment efficiency standards for air conditioners and heat pumps. The current federal standard, Energy Efficiency...

• Publication date : 2005/02/11

Refrigerant news: European Union

The European Union has agreed to provide € 400 000 funding for a German information campaign on climate friendly air-conditioning systems in cars. The campaign will be led by the environmental group Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH). "Pro Climate:...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

Consensus agreement on air conditioner efficiency standards in the US

On November 11, 2004, air conditioner manufacturers and energy efficiency advocates in the US announced that they had reached a consensus agreement on federal equipment efficiency standards for air conditioners and heat pumps used in many...

• Publication date : 2004/11/25

Towards a sustainable seafood cold chain

Several FAO (UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation) reports present the figures and challenges of the seafood cold chain.

• Publication date : 2023/02/06
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Developing country

International Network for Women in Cooling (INWIC) Appoints First President 

Colleen Keyworth was appointed President for the 2023 year with Dr. Ina Colombo-Youla as President-Elect to serve the following year. 

• Publication date : 2022/12/13

Making ammonia systems safer

Andy Pearson’s keynote presentation at the 2013 IIR Ammonia Refrigeration Technology conference concludes that safety hazards related to ammonia could be mitigated through the correct design of systems, based on real health and safety issues.

• Publication date : 2013/10/01

A study ranks the investment of the European Union countries to implement the Paris Agreement

An independent study states that only three countries in Europe push in the right direction to comply with the Paris climate agreement.

• Publication date : 2017/04/03
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

Is an ‘isochoric freezing’ revolution really in the offing?

Comparing isochoric freezing to classical isobaric freezing and new terminology proposal based on the conclusions of a group of IIR experts.

• Publication date : 2023/03/13
• Subjects: Technology

France: Assessment of the refrigerant emissions avoided between 1993 and 2013

The commitment and engagement from most stakeholders in the “Cooling and Air Conditioning “ branch helped avoid 45 million emitted tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent.

• Publication date : 2016/04/20

A project aimaing at improving fresh produce exports from Dominican Republic

The United States Department of Agriculture is currently working to strengthen the DR’s ability to export high quality fruit and vegetable products.

• Publication date : 2017/07/18
• Subjects: Developing country

IIR advocates for sustainable air conditioning solutions at HBRC event in Cairo

IIR played a prominent role in the HBRC International Conference held in Cairo from 14 to 17 December 2024. Its representatives led discussions on sustainable air conditioning, emphasising its technical and...

• Publication date : 2024/12/19

Obituary: Per-Oskar Persson

The former Managing Director of Frigoscandia AB, Per-Oskar Persson of Helsingborg, Sweden passed away on August 26, 2008, at the age of 84. He was an Honorary Member of IIR, President of Commission D1, 1971 - 1979, and Head of Section D 1979 -...

• Publication date : 2008/09/29

Obituary: Klaas Visser

The IIR was deeply saddened to learn that Klaas Visser passed away last July.

• Publication date : 2023/09/22

Highlight from COP13/MOP36 - Day 1

At a side event during COP13/MOP36 in Bangkok, IIR and Cool Up Programme convened global leaders to address challenges in energy-efficient refrigeration and cooling. Discussions focused on reducing emissions,...

• Publication date : 2024/10/28

IIR publishes a new Technical Brief: Domestic heat pumps using hydrocarbons - Current status and market overview in Europe

At a time when the energy transition is at the top of the global agenda, the IIR is publishing a new Technical Brief on domestic hydrocarbon heat pumps. This strategic document...

• Publication date : 2024/11/21
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Gustav Lorentzen conference 2022

After two years of pandemic during which the conferences were either cancelled or held online, the IIR had the pleasure of organising a conference on site, in Norway. It was attended by 332 participants. The...

• Publication date : 2022/07/08

IIR at COP29 in Baku: Week 1 in review

The first week of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, brought together global leaders, scientists, and industry stakeholders to tackle pressing climate issues. Among the key participants, the...

• Publication date : 2024/11/17

Cold storage conditions for fruits and vegetables

Practical recommendations for the cold storage of over 200 cultivars of fruits, vegetables and herbs (storage temperatures, relative humidity, storage time, controlled atmosphere...

• Last update : 2023/01/16
• Langues : English, French
• Themes : Fruit, Vegetables

Global warming potential (GWP) of HFC refrigerants

Using the latest updated data from UNEP’s RTOC 2022 report, we have compiled the 100-year GWP and 20-year GWP values of hydrofluorocarbon-based (HFC) refrigerants. Our table includes...

• Last update : 2023/09/15
• Langues : English, French
• Themes : HFCs