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Development of a novel flow control system with arduino microcontroller embedded in double effect absorption chillers using the LiBr/H₂O pair.

• Author(s) : CÉZAR K. L., CALDAS A. M. A., CORDEIRO M.C.L, DOS SANTOS C.A.C., OCHOA A. A. V., MICHIMA P.S.A
• Publication date: 2020/03
• Languages :
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 111
• Formats : PDF

Paris Agreement.

• Author(s) : UNITED NATIONS (NATIONS UNIES)
• Publication date: 2015
• Languages :
• Keywords : Global warming, Regulations, World
• Formats : Website

IIR document

Energy-efficient operation of a direct air-cooled condenser based on divisional regulation.

• Author(s) : LUO Z., LIU J., HUUSOM J. K.
• Publication date: 2021/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Condenser, Air, Energy saving, Regulations, Energy efficiency, Expérimentation, Control (automatic)
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 132
• Formats : PDF

Pressure pulsation in the reciprocating compressor with stepless capacity regulation.

• Author(s) : YANG L., WANG W., JIA X., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/07/09
• Languages : English
• Source: 2018 Purdue Conferences. 24^th International Compressor Engineering Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Comparison of global food traceability regulations and requirements.

• Author(s) : CHARLEBOIS S., STERLING B, HARATIFAR S., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Regulations, Food, Comparison, Traceability, Control (automatic), Review, Monitoring, World
• Source: Comprehensive reviews in food science and food safety - vol. 13 - n. 5

A new constant air volume flow regulation method for blowers used in HVAC&R systems.

• Author(s) : YANG B., BEIFUS B., BECERRA R.
• Publication date: 2018/07/09
• Languages : English
• Source: 2018 Purdue Conferences. 17^th International Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

A comparative study on regulation methods for transcritical CO2 ejector expansion refrigeration system.

• Author(s) : ZHENG L., DENG J., HE Y.
• Publication date: 2015/08/16
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 24th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Yokohama, Japan, August 16-22, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

RACHP Systems: the pressure equipment (safety) regulations and pressure equipment directive

• Author(s) : IoR
• Publication date: 2021/09
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Refrigerating equipment, Safety, Pressure, Flammability, Regulations
• Formats : PDF, Website

Système de régulation thermique dans les conteneurs à température contrôlée.

Thermal regulating system in temperature-controlled containers.

• Author(s) : KACIMI A., LABRANQUE G.
• Publication date: 2016/03/24
• Languages : French
• Source: 1st International Refrigeration, Energy and Environment Colloquium. Proceedings: Hammamet, Tunisia, March 24-27, 2016.
• Formats : PDF

Recommended by the IIR

Regulation (EU) No 517/2014 - F-gas regulation.

• Author(s) : European Commission
• Publication date: 2014/04
• Languages : French, English, German, Bulgarian, Danish, Spanish, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Dutch, Romanian, Slovenian, Czech
• Keywords : Regulations, HFC, Europe, European Union
• Formats : Website, PDF

Modelo de simulación parar EnergyPlus de sistemas de climatización todo aire zonificados con pasarela de integración. [in Spanish]

EnergyPlus simulation of a zoning regulation system integrated with an unitary ducted air-to-air heat pump.

• Author(s) : CARRILLO-ANDRÉS A., SOJO GORDILLO J. M., GUARINO MOLINA S., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/06/19
• Languages : Spanish
• Source: CYTEF 2018. IX Congreso Ibérico y VII Congreso Iberoamericano de Ciencias y Técnicas del Frío, Valencia, España, 19-21 junio 2018.
• Formats : PDF

Influence of building typology on indoor humidity regulation.

• Author(s) : PRIYADARSHANI S., MANI M., MASKELL D.
• Publication date: 2021/12
• Languages : French
• Source: REHVA Journal - vol. 58 - n. 6
• Formats : PDF

Recommended by the IIR

Regulation (EU) 2024/573 of 7 February 2024 on fluorinated greenhouse gases - F-gas regulation.

• Author(s) : European Commission
• Publication date: 2024/02/07
• Languages : French, English, Multiple languages
• Keywords : Regulations, European Union, HFC, GWP, Containment, Recovery
• Formats : PDF, Website

IIR document

The compliance of ammonia refrigeration plants with the dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations 2002 (DSEAR) as required by the EU ATEX Directives.

• Author(s) : YOUNG M.
• Publication date: 2015/04/16
• Languages : English
• Source: 6^th Conference on Ammonia and CO2 Refrigeration Technology. Proceedings: Ohrid, North Macedonia, April 16-18, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

Design and application of distributed economic model predictive control for large-scale building temperature regulation.

• Author(s) : PATEL N. R., RAWLINGS J. B., WENZEL M. J., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/07/11
• Languages : English
• Source: 2016 Purdue Conferences. 4^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

New refrigerant regulations in California

Starting in January 2012, the California Air Resources Board (ARB) will apply new refrigerant regulations In California.

• Publication date : 2011/12/21
• Subjects: Regulation

Regulations Reminder

The EC Directorate General of Fair Trading, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF) has put out information on Decree No. 2005-944 of August 2, 2005. The latter modifies Decree No. 64-949 of September 9, 1964 in order to bring it into line...

• Publication date : 2006/01/19

French regulations available online

RETA, a database containing the regulations in force concerning Technical Equipment used in the Building Industry, achieved using the collection of regulations referenced, classified and diffused by COSTIC over the past thirty years, is now freely...

• Publication date : 2005/02/03

Brief: ARI call for HFC regulations

The vice-president of engineering and research at the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), Mark Menzer, (also the US delegate to the IIR), stated during the ARI Spring meeting that ARI would like the US Environmental Protection...

• Publication date : 2005/10/26

Regulations and use of HFCs in the USA

Under section 608 of the Clean Air Act, it has been illegal since November 15, 1995, to knowingly vent substitutes for CFC and HCFC refrigerants during the maintenance, service, repair and disposal of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment....

• Publication date : 2004/09/14

Canada: HFC regulations enter in force

On April 16, 2018, an amendment to the Canadian Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations entered into force, ensuring Canada's full compliance with its obligations under the Kigali Amendment.

• Publication date : 2018/06/22
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

Publication of EU eco-design regulations for commercial refrigeration appliances

The Ecodesign regulations setting energy efficiency requirements for commercial appliances will apply in all 28 EU member states from March 2021.

• Publication date : 2019/12/30
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Latest trends in global energy-saving regulations

A summary of the latest trends from the JARN.

• Publication date : 2017/08/14
• Subjects: Regulation

United States: latest news on HFC regulations

The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has restored restrictions on the transition from ozone-depleting substances to high GWP HFCs.

• Publication date : 2020/04/24
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

France: the government recently published several documents on HFC regulations (in French)

On November 22, 2017, the French Ministry of Ecological and Solidarity-based Transition (Ministère de la Transition énergétique et solidaire) published two documents which summarise the different regulations on HFCs at different levels...

• Publication date : 2017/12/01
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

Daimler agrees to use R1234yf to comply with EU regulations

Daimler agrees to use R1234yf but will phase in CO2 from next year.

• Publication date : 2015/12/06

New European ecodesign regulation for air conditioners

New European Regulation 206/2012 that sets minimal performance requirements for air-conditioners will enter into force in January 2013.

• Publication date : 2012/09/18
• Subjects: Regulation

GL2012 highlights: Experience from the Danish regulation on fluorinated gas

In 2001 and 2002, Denmark introduced a national regulation on fluorinated greenhouse gases: they were banned for certain purposes and a tax of DKK 100 (around 13 €) per tonne of CO2 equivalents was imposed on the importation of HFC/PFC/SF6....

• Publication date : 2013/02/01
• Subjects: Regulation

Argentina: new regulation on energy efficiency for refrigerators and freezers

The Government of Argentina recently published the No. 98/2011 regulation specifying stricter energy efficiency standards for all freezers, refrigerators and other refrigeration appliances imported to or sold in Argentina. Under this...

• Publication date : 2012/01/20
• Subjects: Regulation

Update on the global regulation on refrigerants

Global regulations on fluorinated gases are evolving, with new ratifications of the Kigali Amendment (including China), the updating of the GWP of certain refrigerants by the IPCC, and five European countries...

• Publication date : 2021/09/07
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

The IIR participated in the EC consultation on the F-gas Regulation

In response to the European Commission (EC) consultation, the IIR sent comments on an EC report on the application, effects and adequacy of the F-gas Regulation.

• Publication date : 2012/02/08
• Subjects: Regulation

Review of F-gas regulation - IIR contribution

The IIR has responded to the European Commission consultation “Fluorinated greenhouse gases – review of EU rules (2015-20)” which aims to collect opinions and suggestions about the update of the F-gas Regulation...

• Publication date : 2020/09/06
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives, Environment

New IIR Informatory Note on “Qualification and Certification of Refrigeration Technicians”

The 28th IIR Informatory Note summarizes global, regional and national standards and regulations relative to the qualification and certification of refrigerating systems personnel.

• Publication date : 2015/10/07

Discover the 36th IIR Informatory Note on “Flammable Refrigerants”

The 36th IIR Informatory Note on “Flammable Refrigerants” provides a comprehensive introduction to matters such as flammability characteristics, classifications and governing rules such as safety standards and regulations covering the entire...

• Publication date : 2018/02/07

Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during MOP 28

Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 28th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MOP-28) in Kigali...

• Publication date : 2020/03/29
• Subjects: Developing country, Regulation, Environment

Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during COP 21

Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 21st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 21) in Paris (November...

• Publication date : 2020/03/29
• Subjects: Regulation, Environment

IIR actively involved in the French-speaking African edition of the Twinning Workshops for Montreal Protocol officers, energy policymakers and finance officials

Officials from 21 French-speaking African countries gathered in Tunis for the third Twinning Workshops, focusing on sustainable refrigeration and energy efficiency. Souhir Hammami and Marco Duran from the...

• Publication date : 2024/10/25
• Subjects: Environment

Conference update: Ohrid

The 3rd IIR event in a series, Ammonia Refrigeration Technology was held on May 7-9, 2009, in Ohrid, Macedonia. With 95 participants from 24 countries and 32 papers presented, the event was very successful. A key focus of this series of...

• Publication date : 2009/05/27

Editorial by Didier Coulomb

Since the beginning of the year, the Focus section of the Newsletter has dealt with environmental measures in general and measures addressing HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) in particular that have already been adopted or are foreseen in various...

• Publication date : 2009/12/09

News from IIR members: IIAR

The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) recently published an updated Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration encompassing a background section and information on management and responsibilities, chemical safety, protective...

• Publication date : 2009/08/13

Conference report: Russia

Russia : the IIR co-sponsored the International Conference on the "Refrigeration Industry in 21st Century". The conference was held in Moscow on December 6-8, 2004, at the International Industrial Academy. Many presentations were food-industry...

• Publication date : 2005/02/11

Las Vegas

The 8th IEA International Heat Pump Conference (co-sponsored by the IIR) took place in Las Vegas, USA on May 30-June 2, 2005. There were 220 attendees at this very interesting conference on technology that can save energy, both in cooling and...

• Publication date : 2005/07/19

Conference update: Amsterdam

With "Explore the future: Green, lean, and cost-effective cold storage and distribution operations" as theme, the 12th European Cold Chain Logistics Education Program & Trade Show is to be held on January 26-27, 2009 in Amsterdam. This event...

• Publication date : 2008/10/25

New publications: Ammonia as a Refrigerant

The new version of the IIR's guide Ammonia as a Refrigerant has just been published! It was prepared by Dr A.B. Pearson, member of IIR Commission E1. The overarching aim is to enhance decision-makers', designers', fitters' and end-users' knowledge...

• Publication date : 2008/10/25

News from IIR members: MYCOM Mayekawa

The Japanese compressor manufacturer MYCOM Mayekawa will be introducing its high-efficiency NH3/CO2 cooling system NewTon3000 within the context of the Garden City Ammonia Program (GCAP). GCAP is actively promoting CO2 emissions reduction and...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

Kigali Amendment status per country

List of the 163 countries that have accepted, approved or ratified the Kigali Amendment as of November 15, 2024.

• Last update : 2024/11/15
• Langues : English
• Themes : Regulations and standardization (Montreal and Kyoto Protocols…)

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 : French, English
• Themes : HFCs

Thermophysical properties of HFC refrigerants

Thermophysical properties of over 100 HFC refrigerants, including single-component and blends.

• Last update : 2022/06/17
• Langues : English
• Themes : HFCs, Blends, HFO et HCFO

Thermophysical properties of HFO refrigerants

Thermophysical properties of over 50 HFO refrigerants, including single-component and blends.

• Last update : 2022/06/17
• Langues : English
• Themes : Blends, HFO et HCFO