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Effects of initial freezing rate on the changes in quality, myofibrillar protein characteristics and myowater status of beef steak during subsequent frozen storage.

• Author(s) : QIAN S., LI X., ZHANG C., BLECKER C.
• Publication date: 2022/11
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 143
• Formats : PDF

Zero-Waste Approach Applied to Pomegranates for Prolonging Fish Burger Shelf Life.

• Author(s) : PANZA O., CONTE A., DEL NOBILE M. A.
• Publication date: 2022/02
• Languages : English
• Source: Foods - vol. 11 - n. 4
• Formats : PDF

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Effects of pulsed electric field (PEF) and oscillating magnetic field (OMF) on supercooling preservation of beef at different fat levels.

• Author(s) : KANG T., LEE D., KO Y., JUN S.
• Publication date: 2022/04
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 136
• Formats : PDF

Predicting the Oxidative Degradation of Raw Beef Meat during Cold Storage Using Numerical Simulations and Sensors—Prospects for Meat and Fish Foods.

• Author(s) : KONDJOYAN A., SICARD J., CUCCI P., AUDONNET F., ELHAYEL H., LEBERT A., SCISLOWSKI V.
• Publication date: 2022/04
• Languages : English
• Source: Foods - vol. 11 - n. 8
• Formats : PDF

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Exploration of combined electric and magnetic field emissions for supercooling preservation of perishable food materials.

• Author(s) : KANG T., JUN S.
• Publication date: 2020/08/26
• Languages : English
• Source: 6^th IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain. Proceedings: Nantes, France, August 26-28 2020
• Formats : PDF, Video

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Evaluation du coût énergétique du steak haché surgelé.

Estimation of power costs for producing quick-frozen minced steaks.

• Author(s) : GROLEE J.
• Publication date: 1983/05
• Languages : French
• Keywords : Energy consumption, Mince, Meat, Quick freezing, Steak
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 6 - n. 3
• Formats : PDF

Dossier Royaume-Uni : marché des steaks et grillades.

File on the UK: the steak and grill meat market.

• Publication date: 2006/02
• Languages : French
• Keywords : United Kingdom, Mince, Meat, Steak, Statistics, Quick-frozen food, Frozen food, Market
• Source: Lett. VIPS - n. 33

IIR document

Etude quantitative de la structure à l'état congelé de muscle et de steak haché.

Quantitative study of the structure of frozen muscle and minced meat steak.

• Author(s) : COLAS B.
• Publication date: 1980/01
• Languages : French
• Keywords : Muscle, Freeze-drying, Mince, Freezing rate, Meat, Steak
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 3 - n. 1
• Formats : PDF

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THE QUALITY OF GAS-PACKED MINCED MEAT STEAKS AFTER OPENING OF THE PACKAGE AND IN THE LEAKING GAS-PACKAGE.

• Author(s) : AHVENAINEN R., SKYTTA E., KIVIKATAJA R. L.
• Publication date: 1987/08/24
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Yeast, Mould, Modified atmosphere, Mince, Microbiology, Meat, Beef, Organoleptic property, Steak, Packaging
• Source: Development in refrigeration, refrigeration for development. Proceedings of the XVIIth international Congress of Refrigeration.
• Formats : PDF

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The effect of freezing and end cooking temperature on the eating quality of beef steaks.

• Author(s) : JAMES C., BRIGGS A., JAMES S. J.
• Publication date: 2010/03/29
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Meat, Temperature, Beef, Organoleptic property, Steak, Cooked food, Frozen food, Process, Cut, Cooking, Freezing
• Source: 1^st IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain
• Formats : PDF

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EVALUATION DU COUT ENERGETIQUE DU STEAK HACHE SURGELE.

ESTIMATION OF POWER COST FOR QUICK-FROZEN MINCED STEAK.

• Publication date: 1982/01/26
• Languages : French
• Source: Refrigeration of perishable products for distant markets.
• Formats : PDF

INFLUENCE OF DIFFERENT FREEZING AND STORAGE CONDITIONS ON QUALITY AND CHARACTERISTICS OF BEEF CUTS.

• Author(s) : VERBEKE R., HOOF J. van, LAUWERS H.
• Publication date: 1984
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Meat, Beef, Organoleptic property, Steak, Packaging, Freezing
• Source: In: Therm. Process. Qual. Foods, Elsevier - 522-527; 1 tabl.; 18 ref.

A turbulent conjugate heat-transfer model for freezing of food products.

• Author(s) : HO S. Y.
• Publication date: 2004/06
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Food, Heat transfer, Beef, Steak, Modelling, Case study, Freezing
• Source: Ital. J. Food Sci. - vol. 69 - n. 5

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EFFECT OF BACTERIOPHAGES ON THE COLOUR AND DISPLAY LIFE OF BEEF.

• Author(s) : GREER G. G.
• Publication date: 1986/09/10
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Browning, Microbiology, Meat, Deterioration, Chilling, Beef, Organoleptic property, Pseudomonas, Steak, Shop, Colour
• Formats : PDF

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THE INFLUENCE OF GAS COMPOSITION, GAS CONTACT AREA ANG GAS PERMEABILITY OF THE PACKAGE ON THE QUALITY OF MEAT LOAVES STORED AT CHILL TEMPERATURES.

• Author(s) : AHVENAINEN R., LINDROTH S., SUIHKO M.
• Publication date: 1986/09/10
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Yeast, Modified atmosphere, Mince, Meat, Chilling, Beef, Organoleptic property, Steak, Permeability, Packaging
• Formats : PDF

Brief: UK rise in ready-steady meals

The UK market for chilled, ready-made meals has grown from an estimated GBP 173 M in 1988 to over GBP 1750 M in 2005 and is continuing to evolve showing that these perishable prepared foods stored at refrigeration temperatures at or below 8°C are...

• Publication date : 2006/01/28

LED lighting extends the colour shelf life of meat

Researchers from Kansas State University, USA, claim they have proved that the use of LED lights in refrigerated display cabinets can improve the shelf life of fresh meat.

• Publication date : 2012/05/09

Commercial refrigeration figures and trends

Growing steadily for several years, the global commercial refrigeration market is characterised by some key trends, including the  energy efficiency and smart stores 

• Publication date : 2023/11/28
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Turnaround of the ground-source heat-pump market in Japan

After having declined steadily between 2006 and 2010, the ground-source heat pump market in Japan showed 26% growth in 2011 compared with 2010.

• Publication date : 2012/11/22
• Subjects: Figures, economy

The global refrigerated sea transportation market

Technavio’s market research analyst predicts the global refrigerated sea transportation market to grow steadily at a CAGR of around 4% during the period 2016-2020.

• Publication date : 2016/01/18

A new safety standard for American refrigerators

A new US standard allows household fridges and freezers to use up to 150 grams of hydrocarbon refrigerants instead of the current limit of 57 grams.

• Publication date : 2017/05/12
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

Launching of the ROCA project for sustainable cooling in francophone African countries

From 2021 to 2024, the ROCA project aims to promote sustainable and energy-efficient cooling in four French-speaking African countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Mali and Senegal....

• Publication date : 2021/10/04
• Subjects: Developing country, Environment

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. 

• Publication date : 2022/03/29

Global frozen bakery market shows expected continued growth

Europe forms the largest segment of the market in 2012. It is poised to grow at a steady Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.9% over the forecast period to 2018.

• Publication date : 2014/05/22

Fallstreak holes

Fallstreak holes are a stunning and very rare natural phenomenon. Last November, a Reddit user shared an incredible picture showing one of these wonders of nature in the skies over eastern Victoria, Australia.

• Publication date : 2016/05/10

Daimler decides not to switch to R1234yf

After having examined real-life scenarios conducted using R1234yf, Daimler, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz cars, has announced its intention to stick to R134a instead of implementing R1234yf in its automobile air-conditioning systems.

• Publication date : 2012/11/20

World air-conditioning market in 2019

Despite a decline of -0.8% in sales globally, many markets performed well in 2019. Inverter technology and smart air conditioners are steadily gaining ground globally while sales of R32 systems are increasing...

• Publication date : 2020/03/01
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Growth of the global refrigerated display cabinets market

The refrigerated display cases market has been growing steadily for the past few years. Various market research analysts suggest that this growth will continue due to increasing demand from the food and beverage...

• Publication date : 2021/09/07
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Coal mine ice-cooling

IDE Technologie’s vacuum ice maker (VIM) technology produces portable ice slurry, which is easily transferrable and pumpable. Using ice instead of water cuts water consumption by 75% and reduces the environmental impact of the mine.

• Publication date : 2012/10/17

The sharp increase in refrigeration needs should be better reflected in public policies

Recently released degree-day indicators confirm the steady progression of cooling needs compared to heating in the EU. Globally, energy consumption from refrigeration (including air...

• Publication date : 2022/07/08
• Subjects: Environment

A sneak preview of ICR2015 Highlights

The 25th International Congress of Refrigeration ended on Saturday, August 22nd proving to be more successful than ever with 1186 conference delegates from 55 countries, 11 tracks and 900 sessions.

• Publication date : 2015/08/26

IIR member news: Cemafroid, IRSTEA and AFCE

A new study on the containment of refrigerants has been launched with the aim of identifying and promoting best practices in this regard.

• Publication date : 2015/10/07

IIR Director General, Didier Coulomb, to be a Keynote Speaker at the IOR Annual Conference 2021

Set to demonstrate how the refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump sectors are responding to the challenge of net zero heating and cooling, this year, the IOR Annual Conference will be held entirely...

• Publication date : 2021/04/01

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

Experience the unforgettable in Japan at ICR2015: It’s not just about refrigeration, it’s also about fun!

ICR2015: Discover the plenary speakers, technical tours, and popular tours and activities

• Publication date : 2015/05/06

Rankine 2020 conference highlights opportunities and challenges for the future

The IIR Rankine 2020 – Advances in Heating, Cooling and Power Generation conference was organised by the Institute of Refrigeration UK (IOR) as an ambitious 5-day online event running across July 27-31.  It...

• Publication date : 2020/08/19
• Subjects: Technology

The IIR is seeking a Deputy Director

The IIR is seeking for its head office in Paris a Deputy Director, with a scientific and technical background. The candidate should be a very good English and French speaker.

• Publication date : 2013/03/05

IIR Congress 2023: The programme is now available!

The exciting 5-day programme of the upcoming IIR Congress 2023 includes 600 scientific papers, 1 plenary address, 14 keynote speakers, 21 workshops and 3 technical tours. 

• Publication date : 2023/06/29
• Subjects: General information

IJR editorial: The cop on climate change: a growing presence of refrigeration issues to be consolidated

The Conference of the Parties on climate change was held in Sharm-El-Sheikh (Egypt) from Sunday 6 November to Sunday 20 November 2022. Generally speaking, this COP did not result in the decisions and actions...

• Publication date : 2023/01/23
• Subjects: Environment

REFCOLD India 2024

We are thrilled to announce that visitor registration is now open for REFCOLD India 2024 - Yosr Allouche, the first woman to be elected Director General of the IIR, will be speaking at the event.

• Publication date : 2024/06/17

New IIR Informatory Note on Liquefied Natural Gas

The latest IIR Informatory Note stresses that LNG is expected to play a major role in global energy strategies as it has many advantages and helps mitigate global warming when used instead of coal and...

• Publication date : 2023/06/28

The Centenary in Paris and future events

A joint IIR/French Refrigeration Association (AFF) conference was held in Paris on June 12, 2008 in order to celebrate the centenaries of both organizations. It was combined with the IIR statutory meetings on June 10, 11 and 13 and with various...

• Publication date : 2008/08/12

The First Students and Researchers Network!

During the Prague congress, a great turn-out of 70 young researchers of over 20 different nationalities met face to face with 30 leading experts in various fields of refrigeration.

• Publication date : 2011/09/19

Conference reports: ATMOsphere 2010

The IIR-co-sponsored Conference ATMOsphere 2010 took place in Brussels on September 27-28, 2010. 170 persons from 30 countries attended. Speakers, from the industry or public organizations, particularly European ones, expressed their desire to...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

International events: Yverdon-les-Bains

The Swiss Association of Refrigeration (ASF), French-speaking section, held its annual general meeting as a special event dedicated to the IIR's centenary in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland, on November 5, 2008. Papers presented during the...

• Publication date : 2009/02/24

Nanorefrigerants

Nanorefrigerants are created by adding nanoparticles in suspension to a base refrigerant. They have a thermal conductivity that is 15% to 104% higher than that of the corresponding...

• Last update : 2022/06/17
• Langues : English, French
• Themes : Nanofluids

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...

• Last update : 2022/06/22
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Hydrocarbons, Containment, refrigerant charge reduction

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...

• Last update : 2023/03/10
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freeze-drying in biology and medicine, Cryobiology, cryomedicine: general information

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)