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Thermodynamic analysis of single-stage and single-effect two-stage adsorption cooling cycles using indigenous coconut shell based activated carbon-CO2 pair.

• Author(s) : SINGH V. K., ANIL KUMAR E.
• Publication date: 2017/12
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 84
• Formats : PDF

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Influence of cold-storage conditions on the quality of unshelled walnuts.

• Author(s) : LÓPEZ GÓMEZ A., PIQUE M. T., ROMERO A., ALETA N.
• Publication date: 1995/11
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 18 - n. 8
• Formats : PDF

Dehydration improves cryopreservation of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.).

• Author(s) : SISUNANDAR, SOPADE P. A., SAMOSIR Y. M. S., et al.
• Publication date: 2010/12
• Languages : English
• Source: Cryobiology - vol. 61 - n. 3

Cryopreservation by encapsulation-dehydration of plumules of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.).

• Author(s) : N'NAN O., HOCHER V., VERDEIL J. L., et al.
• Publication date: 2008/07
• Languages : English
• Source: CryoLetters - vol. 29 - n. 4

Influence of storage conditions on shelf life of minimally processed coconut.

• Author(s) : SINIGAGLIA M., D'AMATO D., CAMPANIELLO D., et al.
• Publication date: 2004/10/01
• Languages : English
• Source: Food Info Online Features - 3 p.; tabl.; 6 ref.

Growth of Listeria monocytogenes in fresh-cut coconut as affected by storage conditions and inoculum size.

• Author(s) : SINIGAGLIA M., BEVILACQUA A., CAMPANIELLO D., et al.
• Publication date: 2006/04
• Languages : English
• Source: Journal of Food Protection - vol. 69 - n. 4

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LE COCO CONGELE ET LE COCO LYOPHILISE.

FROZEN AND FREEZE-DRIED COCONUT.

• Author(s) : TRAN D. B.
• Publication date: 1987/08/24
• Languages : French
• Source: Development in refrigeration, refrigeration for development. Proceedings of the XVIIth international Congress of Refrigeration.
• Formats : PDF

Cryopreservation of collared peccary (Pecari tajacu) semen using different freezing curves, straw sizes, and thawing rates.

• Author(s) : SILVA M. A., PEIXOTO G. C. X, CASTELO T. S., et al.
• Publication date: 2013/08
• Languages : English
• Source: Cryobiology - vol. 67 - n. 1

Effect of mix homogenization and ageing on retail-manufactured ice cream produced with cream or coconut oil.

• Author(s) : CASIRAGHI E., ROSSI M.
• Publication date: 2004
• Languages : English
• Source: Ice cream II. Proceedings of the second IDF International Symposium on Ice Cream.

Australian food statistics 2007.

• Author(s) : Commonw. Aust.
• Publication date: 2008
• Languages : English

Cold storage. 2010 summary.

• Author(s) : USDA
• Publication date: 2011/02
• Languages : English

Cold storage.

• Author(s) : USDA
• Publication date: 2011/02/22
• Languages : English

Cold storage.

• Author(s) : USDA, NASS
• Publication date: 2004/12/21
• Languages : English

Cold storage.

• Author(s) : USDA, NASS
• Publication date: 2006/09/21
• Languages : English

Cold storage. 2007 summary.

• Author(s) : USDA, NASS
• Publication date: 2008/02
• Languages : English

Novel energy-saving cryogenic equipment for walnut kernel peeling

In a recent study, a prototype cryogenic equipment was designed to peel walnut kernel more efficiently than by immersion in liquid nitrogen. 

• Publication date : 2021/04/28
• Subjects: Technology

Extracting cannabinoids using cryogenics

Several companies specialising in liquefied gases are developing systems operating with liquid nitrogen for cannabidiol (CBD) producers. 

• Publication date : 2022/05/27

A humanoid robot that sweats to keep cool.

An athlete out of the ordinary.

• Publication date : 2017/02/26
• Subjects: Technology

Noise reduction strategies for screw compressors

The operating noise of twin-screw compressors is an important issue that may limit their scope of application. Two recent IJR papers suggest several noise reduction methods and analyse their...

• Publication date : 2021/05/31

Summaries from two papers of the IIR co-sponsored International Conference on Compressors

Reduction of refrigeration compressors noise was an important topic addressed during the IIR-co-sponsored International Conference on Compressors (ICCR) in Xi’an, China.

• Publication date : 2018/01/23

Low GWP refrigerants for Olympic ice rinks in China

For the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Beijing, nine ice rinks are used. five use CO2 as a  refrigerant, and four use R449A. 

• Publication date : 2022/02/28
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives

France: An ice rink on the roof of the Montparnasse Tower in Paris.

From 10 February to 5 March 2017, the Panoramic Observation deck of the Montparnasse Tower turns into an ice rink.

• Publication date : 2017/02/20

Innovative transcritical CO2 ice rink installation

In Gimo, Sweden, a transcritical CO2 unit was installed to provide cooling for a new ice rink.

• Publication date : 2015/05/12

First CO2 Ice Rink in the US.

The Harry J. McDonald recreational center in Anchorage, Alaska, became the first ice rink in the US using CO2 as a refrigerant.

• Publication date : 2015/11/09

Quebec arenas refrigeration system upgrade project.

The Ministère de l'Education, du Loisir et du Sport from Québec involves in upgrading arenas refrigeration systems.

• Publication date : 2017/03/23

R134a/CO2 cascade for a French ice rink

In the French Alps, the Alpe d’Huez ice rink has recently completely renovation, replacing the former HCFC-22 refrigeration system by an HFC-134a/CO2 cascade system.

• Publication date : 2015/11/04

North America: Ice rinks and the phaseout of HCFC-22.

Retrofits in Minnesota and Michigan provide examples of good options.

• Publication date : 2017/02/10

Reclaiming waste heat from ice rinks’ refrigeration systems to save energy

Several studies and recent cases studies show that heat recovery from the refrigeration system is the biggest energy-saving measure in ice rinks.

• Publication date : 2023/10/23
• Subjects: Technology

Refrigerated transport: quiet systems for flexible use

Noise abatement standards, such as the Dutch Piek standard, tend to prompt research on quiet systems in refrigerated transport.

• Publication date : 2011/12/29

Fuel cells to cool trucks

Replacing the traditional diesel-powered cooling unit, users could save approximately 10 gallons a day per unit and significantly reduce noise and pollutants emissions as fuel cells only reject heat and water.

• Publication date : 2013/11/29

Member News: Daikin partners with Fujifilm to reduce noise from some of its ventilation/humidification units

The Japanese company Daikin will soon use a new technology to reduce noise in some of its ventilation and humidification units. 

• Publication date : 2022/02/28

IIR conference activities in 2016 show a promising choice of events

IIR conference activities in 2016 show a promising choice of events covering cutting edge refrigeration themes from refrigerants to energy issues; from cold chain sustainability to new refrigeration technologies.

• Publication date : 2016/03/02

Member news: Daikin introduces EWYS-4Z: High-Efficiency Cooling and Heating Solution for Industrial and Commercial Needs

The polyvalent EWYS-4Z cooling and heating unit, which runs on R513A, is designed for superior energy efficiency and reduced noise for industrial and commercial applications. 

• Publication date : 2024/08/01

News from IIR members: Carrier Transicold

Carrier Transicold has received the John Connell Enterprise in Quiet Transport Award 2011 presented by the Noise Abatement Society. The award comes as recognition of breakthroughs embodied in its quiet Vector TM 1550 City refrigeration unit.

• Publication date : 2012/06/06

IIR Member news: Star Refrigeration installs ammonia chillers in an indoor skiing facility

After 90 years of existence, indoor skiing now uses modern and energy efficient technologies. Star Refrigeration participates in this evolution with its ammonia chillers.

• Publication date : 2018/12/27

Member news: Automated order-pickup kiosks use containers from Carrier Transicold

Member news: grocery kiosks are being set up in Estonia. The CO2 refrigeration system is supplied by Carrier Transicold. 

• Publication date : 2021/04/29

Discover the new IIR Publications Catalogue!

Available in print and PDF version, in the IIR 2016/2017 Publications Catalogue you will find our latest and staple publications (including IIR conference proceedings), reference documents, and a list of all our Information Services.

• Publication date : 2016/06/22

Discover the new IIR Publications Catalogue Update 2018

Regrouping the newest publications and works of the IIR in all fields of refrigeration, the IIR Publications Catalogue Update 2018 is now available.

• Publication date : 2018/06/28

Upcoming cutting-edge IIR events for 2016

IIR conference activities in 2016 show a promising choice of events covering cutting-edge refrigeration themes from refrigerants to energy issues.

• Publication date : 2016/05/25

Check out the upcoming cutting edge IIR events for 2016

IIR conference activities in 2016 show a promising choice of events.

• Publication date : 2015/12/16

Become an IIR member and receive free downloads from Fridoc!

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• Publication date : 2014/05/07

Are you signed up for IIR e-alerts?

New service offered on the IIR website! Now you can receive the latest refrigeration updates with our e-mail alerts.

• Publication date : 2013/10/22

26th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration - Call for abstract

Abstract submission for the 26th International Congress of Refrigeration is extended. ICR 2023 is scheduled from 21st to 25th August 2023 in Paris.

• Publication date : 2022/07/11

New IIR Informatory Note on high-temperature heat pumps

IRR’s latest Informatory Note demonstrates that high-temperature heat pumps are a key technology in the decarbonisation of process industries. 

• Publication date : 2021/10/22

Editorial by Didier Coulomb

The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is 100 years old. A number of events are to be held in IIR member countries in order to mark the IIR's centenary. The Focus of this issue describes these events, and throughout 2008 all issues...

• Publication date : 2008/05/13

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...

• Last update : 2023/06/30
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Ice creams

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...

• Last update : 2023/11/07
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freezing of foodstuffs

Additive manufacturing of regenerators for caloric cooling

In many areas of engineering, additive manufacturing allows the production of complex and multifunctional products that could not be manufactured using traditional methods. In the...

• Last update : 2022/09/16
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Caloric cooling (magnetocaloric, electrocaloric, elastocaloric and barocaloric cooling)