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Dynamic modeling and simulation of frost formation on blast freezer heat exchanger.
Quality and microstructure of tilapia fillets (Oreochromis niloticus) subjected to different freezing methods.
Optimizing airflow in spiral blast freezers.
Stirling cycle for hot and cold drinking water dispenser.
Theoretical investigation on an ejector–expansion refrigeration cycle using zeotropic mixture R290/R600a for applications in domestic refrigerator/freezers.
Analysis of an ejector vapour compression cycle for household refrigerator.
Experimental study of an ejector-expansion vapor compression refrigeration cycle applied in domestic refrigerator-freezers.
Theoretical analysis on a novel hybrid refrigeration cycle with two ejectors and internal heat exchanger for domestic refrigerator-freezers.
8th international conference on compressors and refrigeration, 2017.
Congélateur en continu avec cycle frigorifique à air.
Continuous air-cycle freezing system.
Study of air infiltration through openings of quick freezers.
Air cycle refrigerating system for a continuous freezer.
An open air cycle freezer.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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Market assessment and financial schemes for sustainable cooling in Ghana and Senegal
In partnership with the UNEP’s “United for Efficiency”, Ghana and Senegal have implemented financing schemes to replace obsolete ACs and refrigerators, as part of the ECOWAS Refrigerators and Air Conditioners...
Market assessment and updates of Rwanda’s national cooling strategy
In Rwanda, the purchase of household refrigerators and ACs is increasing with economic growth. As part of the national cooling strategy, the country has launched a public awareness campaign on efficient cooling...
Ultra-low temperature systems ready for COVID-19 vaccine storage
Mirai Intex, corporate member of the IIR, is positioning its ultra-low-temperature (ULT) systems to serve as the refrigeration technology for the storage of COVID-19 vaccines and the freeze-drying of the...
Latest progress in the Caribbean Cooling Initiative
Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are working towards setting up policies and minimum energy efficiency requirements to reduce energy consumption and GHG emissions from cooling.
Impact of ageing on the energy efficiency of refrigerating household appliances
A recent study shows an average increase in energy consumption of 11% after 2 years of operation and 27% after 16 years for these appliances. Ageing wall insulation and door gasket contribute to this...
Uganda is drawing up draft energy and safety standards for household refrigeration
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) contributed to the East African Standard for household refrigerating appliances as well as to a consultative stakeholder’s workshop to discuss new quality and...
Refrigeration appliances drove the French market for large household equipment in 2020
According to Gifam, a grouping of home appliance brands, sales of household freezers, wine coolers and refrigerators increased in France in 2020.
Refrigeration continued to drive sales of large household appliances in France in 2021
According to Gifam, a grouping of home appliance brands, sales of refrigerators, freezers and wine coolers increased in France in 2021.
French domestic refrigeration appliance market
Growth in domestic refrigeration appliance sales figures has continued in 2010.
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.
A novel method for frost detection
Frost growth on the evaporator coils of a refrigeration plant can dramatically reduce its efficiency. A novel indirect detection method that would avoid frost built-up has been developed.
Major trends in the global commercial refrigeration market
The global commercial refrigeration market, half of which is made up of the refrigerated display cabinet segment, amounted to USD 71 billion in 2021, up 8.8% year-on-year and 14% over four...
East African Community approves regional MEPS for ACs and refrigerators
In July 2025, harmonised regional Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and labelling requirements for air conditioners and refrigerators were approved for implementation in the East African Community...
Regional MEPS approved in 16 Southern African countries
Harmonised regional MEPS for air conditioners and refrigerators have been approved for implementation in 16 Southern African Development Community (SADC) member...
The market for consumer durables in India
A few figures from a report published by India Brand Equity Foundation on the market for consumer durables in India, including refrigerators and air conditioners.
IIR news
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Recap of the ENOUGH webinar: Innovative freezing technologies for a more sustainable food chain
On May 22, science and industry experts took part in the ENOUGH Webinar on recent advances in food freezing, exploring various ways to enhance sustainability in thermal processes.
Cold off the press: CO2 as a Refrigerant
The new IIR technical guide on the application of “CO2 as a Refrigerant" is now available from our online bookstore.
Add the latest refrigeration publications to your bookshelf!
Check out the latest IIR publications including CO2 as a Refrigerant, Handbook on Indirect Refrigeration and Heat Pump Systems and the 1st IIR International Conference of Cryogenics and Refrigeration Technology (ICCRT 2016).
The long awaited ICR2015 is underway!
Held every four years, this year ICR2015 welcomes 1,011 conference delegates from 55 countries, making it a truly global refrigeration event.
Latest news from B-Medical Systems, Epta and GEA, three IIR corporate members
B Medical Systems, a global leader in the vaccine cold chain, is expanding its production capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Epta monitors R290 fridges in cashier-free store in Dubai and GEA provides a...
Supercooling and superchilling: A solution to increased shelf life and reduced food waste?
If these technologies were combined with perfusion chilling for meat and fish, then additional benefits such as rapid cooling, low weight loss and novel products could result.
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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Cryogenic nitrogen in the food and beverage industry
The adoption of cryogenic processes in the food and beverage industry is predominantly driven by liquid nitrogen (LIN), and it is the preferred candidate for food chilling and...
Ice cream manufacturing, environmental impact and market data
From a physico-chemical point of view, ice cream is a complex, frozen multiphase mixture. The manufacturing process includes several stages of freezing which are described in this...
Cryogenics in the pharmaceutical industry: drug design and bioavailability improvement
Research activities in the pharmaceutical sector focus primarily on developing novel drug formulations which can elicit the desired response upon being administered to the patient...
Environmental impact of the ice cream industry
This summary document describes the environmental impact of ice cream manufacturing, which is mainly due to the energy consumption and refrigerants used.
Hydrocarbon refrigerants
Hydrocarbons such as R290 (propane), R600a (isobutane) or R1270 (propene/propylene) are low GWP non-toxic natural refrigerants with excellent thermodynamic properties. They offer an...
