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Efficacy of chlorine dioxide gas and freezing rate on the microbiological quality of frozen blueberries.
IIR document
Prediction of critical properties and boiling point of fluorine/chlorine-containing refrigerants.
Inactivation of Anisakis larvae in salt-fermented squid and pollock tripe by freezing, salting, and combined treatment with chlorine and ultrasound.
Adsorption desalination using natural mesoporous material impregnated with chloride substances.
Fate of Salmonella montevideo on and in raw tomatoes as affected by temperature and treatment with chlorine.
Decontamination of strawberries using batch and continuous chlorine dioxide gas treatments.
Effects of chlorine treatment and packaging on the quality and shelf-life of modified atmosphere (MA) packaged coleslaw mix.
Evaluation of gaseous chlorine dioxide as a sanitizer for killing Salmonella, Escherichia coli O157:H7, Listeria monocytogenes, and yeasts and moulds on fresh and fresh-cut produce.
Evaluation of chlorine, benzalkonium chloride and lactic acid as sanitizers for reducing Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Yersinia enterocolitica on fresh vegetables.
Destruction des frigorigènes chlorés : un enjeu environnemental.
Destruction of chlorinated refrigerants: an environmental issue.
ETIOLOGY AND CONTROL OF MUCOR ROT IN COLD-STORED APPLES.
Refrigeranti non clorurati: importanza e loro effetto sulla compressione.
Non-chlorinated refrigerants: importance et their effect on the compression.
The Group-Contribution method for calculating the thermophysical properties of "Freon" of ethane class.
Solutions to fouling in power station condensers.
Die Stärken der chlorfreien Kältemittel und die Prozessgestaltung.
Strengths of non chlorine refrigerants and their influence on process organization.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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Potential impact of dichloromethane on the ozone layer recovery
In a study published in Nature Communications, Ryan Hossaini and a team of researchers consider the impact of dichloromethane (CH2CL2) on the ozone layer.
A surprising increase in the emissions of trichlorofluoromethane (R11) since 2012
An article published in Nature underlines the unexpected and persistent increase in global emissions of ozone-depleting R11.
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.
Isochoric freezing could cut down energy use in the global food cold chain
Compared to conventional isobaric freezing, isochoric freezing could significantly improve the quality of frozen food and generate substantial energy savings.
State of the art on the flammability of HFOs
An article recently published in the IJR reviews the flammability characteristics of 48 HFOs and blends for various experimental conditions.
Incidents with fake refrigerants
Incidents involving fake refrigerants have hit the headlines on various occasions recently. The incidents often involve R40 (methyl chloride), a hazardous chemical compound, or other substances.
IIR Rankine Conference 2020: Which alternative working fluids for ORC systems?
HFOs (hydrofluoroolefins), HCFOs (hydrochlorofluoroolefins) and hydrocarbons were the main alternatives to HFC245fa presented during the IIR Rankine Conference 2020.
Europe: focus on the consumption, exports, production and destruction of ozone depleting substances.
The European Environment Agency published in September 2017 a report aggregating data submitted by companies using ozone depleting substances.
How to reuse the condensate water from air conditioners?
Review of the different uses of the condensate water rejected by air conditioners.
A responsible community, from science to society
IIR newsletter focus, by Philippe Lebrun, President of the General Conference of the IIR
Mexico
Mexico has ceased all production of ozone-depleting chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) 4 years ahead of the deadline defined in the 1987 Montreal Protocol. Figuring amongst the 189 nations to date to ratify the protocol on ozone-depleting gases containing...
Gas leak detection technologies
Bacharach, a manufacturer of refrigerant and gas leak detectors, recently extended its gas detectors by two HFOs. The company also produces leak detectors for CO2 systems.
Fake refrigerants cause havoc
A series of reefer explosions could have been caused by impure refrigerants
Briefs: WMO-UNEP
The WMO-UNEP "Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion: 2010" launched on the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer (September 16) highlights Montreal Protocol contributions toward reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. It...
Australia’s HVACR industry
According to IbisWorld research, industry revenue is forecast to increase at an annualised 1.8% through to 2019/2020 to reach USD 1.6 billion.
IIR news
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Now available: IIR-Gustav Lorentzen Conference Papers 2022
Download one or all of the 170 technical papers from the 15th IIR-Gustav Lorentzen Conference on Natural Refrigerants!
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...
IIR Working Group on the Cold Chain in Warm Countries appoints a new chairperson
Newly appointed chairperson, Halima Thraya, will oversee and coordinate the various efforts and projects carried out by the Working Group.
Interview: Director General of the IIR gives an overview of the trends of the refrigeration sector
In the 2018-2019 international special issue of the Industria & Formazione magazine, Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration, Didier Coulomb, gives an overview of the impact of the refrigeration sector on climate...
New IIR publications: Properties of Secondary Working Fluids for Indirect Systems
This expanded 2nd edition responds to rising use of secondary refrigerant systems used in many applications. It comprises comprehensive data on a number of aqueous solutions of ethylene and propylene glycol, ethanol, glycerol, ammonia, chlorides...
Double Award for Coldway Technologies, part of SOFRIGAM Group
Sofrigam won two awards at Business France's pitch competition for its energy storage device "THERMOSTORE", utilizing ammonia. Let's take a closer look at this technology.
Continued IIR commitment to reduce refrigerant emissions
This week at UNESCO headquarter in Paris, the IIR is attending the Joint 10th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Vienna Convention and the 26th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol.
Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during COP 25
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 25th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 25), in Madrid (December 2-13, 2019).
Conference overview: Sustainable Management of Refrigeration Technologies in Marine and Off-Shore Fisheries Sectors
In partnership with the UNEP, ASHRAE and UNIDO, the IIR organised a conference in Bangkok (Thailand) in April 2017 on the Sustainable Management of Refrigeration Technologies in the Marine Sector and Offshore Fisheries.
25th Conference of the Parties on climate change
During COP25, the Director General of the IIR delivered a statement.
COP22: The role of refrigeration in the combat against climate change
The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP22) was held in Marrakesh (Morocco), from 7-18 November 2016. It was, in particular, the first meeting of the Parties (CMA1) following the December 2015 Paris Agreement, and its purpose was to...
Activities of the IIR’s Commission D2 on Refrigerated Transport
The role of the IIR is well recognized worldwide, and in particular the expertise of the members of Commission D2 makes an important contribution to refrigerated transport issues: avoiding the wastage of food and the minimizing of emissions.
Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during MOP 31
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 31st Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MOP-31) in Rome (November 4-8,...
MOP 27: Strong debate in the run-up to COP21
MOP 27 delegates continued firm discussions and addressed the outcomes of OEWG 36
Commission C2: paving the way on food science & engineering
Coordinated by the Science and Technology Council, Commission C2 focuses on research and breakthrough technologies related to food science and engineering.
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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Liquefied Natural Gas: production process and cold energy recovery
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled to about -160 °C and turned into a liquid to facilitate transportation and storage. A typical LNG supply chain...
