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CRYOSURGERY OF DISEASES OF THE EAR AURICLE.
Experimental evaluation of the seasonal energy efficiency rating for a trans-critical R744 booster system in various climate conditions.
Influence of ejectors on the selection of compressors in carbon dioxide booster systems.
Optimization of parallel compression systems.
The cherry drying as a complementary conservation process to conservation in cold.
Copper tubing for AC&R: its manufacture & application.
Novel ammonia sorbents “porous matrix modified by active salt” for adsorptive heat transformation. 5. Designing the composite adsorbent for ice makers.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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Reducing food waste: can we keep open canned sardines in the refrigerator?
Researchers from the University of Porto studied the shelf life at 4°C of open canned sardines, depending on the type of seasoning (sardines in brine, vegetable oil, tomato...
Assisting developing countries in setting national plans for sustainable cooling
With over a billion people at risk due to a lack of access to cooling, a UNEP-led working group has published a methodology to help countries develop National Cooling Action Plans (NCAPs).
US to ban high-GWP refrigerants
A rule proposal by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides that all high-GWP HFCs, including R134a, R404A and R410A, will be banned in most new refrigeration equipment...
New radiative cooling technology promises breakthrough for vertical surfaces
A new radiative cooling material designed for vertical surfaces demonstrates cooling 2.5°C below ambient, offering solutions for urban heat.
US HFC phase-down: alternative refrigerants for commercial refrigeration
2022 marks the start of new HFC regulatory requirements in the US. An online tool is available that presents alternative refrigerants for commercial refrigeration.
Cryoextraction techniques for better tasting wine?
A recent study in Spain suggests that freezing white grapes using low temperatures in the winemaking process, produces wines that are more aromatic than wines produced with traditional...
Radiative cooling: protecting ice from melting under sunlight
Researchers have developed a biodegradable film made of cellulose acetate which, thanks to its radiative cooling properties, effectively protects ice subjected to solar radiation from melting, with possible...
US senators introduce bill to phase down HFCs
Thirty-two US Senators — 16 from each party — have cosponsored a bill to phase down HFCs and authorize EPA to facilitate transitions to next generation refrigerant technologies.
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.
US : increasing use of CO2 and propane in commercial refrigeration
As a result of regulations aimed at limiting the use of HFCs, the use of CO2 and propane as refrigerants in supermarkets in the United States is experiencing a steady growth.
ICR2019: focus on innovative refrigeration technologies for developing countries
Several papers presented during the IIR International Congress of Refrigeration in August 2019 addressed advances in the refrigeration technologies that are particularly adapted to hot countries with limited electricity supply: solar...
IIR news
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Statement from IIR Director General at COP13/MOP36
On the final day of COP13/MOP36, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 28 October to 1 November 2024, IIR Director General Yosr Allouche delivered IIR’s official statement to the Plenary.
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The IIR worldwide (June 2019)
Focus on the latest IIR interventions around the world.
We are hiring an Information Specialist Intern (in French)
L’IIF contribue depuis 1908 à la collecte et à la diffusion de l’information scientifique et technique dans tous les domaines du froid. Pour renforcer son Département de...
WGC PARIS 2015: “Growing together towards a friendly planet”
The 26th World Gas Conference (WGC), held in Paris last week, offered attendees an ideal opportunity for networking, learning and sharing information on the latest developments
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...
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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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...
