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Performance evaluation of low-GWP refrigerants in 1-100 ton scroll compressors.

• Author(s) : BRADSHAW C. R.
• Publication date: 2021/09
• Languages : English
• Source: 12^th International Conference on Compressors and their Systems
• Formats : PDF

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Performance evaluation of low-GWP refrigerants in 1–100 ton scroll compressors.

• Author(s) : TANVEER M. M., BRADSHAW C. R.
• Publication date: 2021/09
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 129
• Formats : PDF

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Pseudo-optimum geometries for 1-100 ton spool compressors with low-GWP refrigerants.

• Author(s) : TANVEER M. M., BRADSHAW C. R., OROSZ J., KEMP G.
• Publication date: 2024/01
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 157
• Formats : PDF

System soft-optimization tests of refrigerant R32 in a 6-ton rooftop packaged air-conditioner.

• Author(s) : ABBADI M., KHAWALDEH M.
• Publication date: 2015/09/08
• Languages : English

Pathway to net-zero: Cooling product list

• Author(s) : EIA
• Publication date: 2021/03
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

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Pathway to net-zero: cooling product list.

• Author(s) : GEOGHEHAN S., WALRAVENS F.
• Publication date: 2022/06/13
• Languages : English
• Source: 15^th IIR-Gustav Lorentzen Conference on Natural Refrigerants (GL2022). Proceedings. Trondheim, Norway, June 13-15^th 2022.
• Formats : PDF

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Primer on HFCs. Fast action under the Montreal Protocol can limit growth of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), prevent 100 to 200 billion tonnes of CO2-eq by 2050, and avoid up to 0.5°C of warming by 2100.

• Author(s) : ZAELKE D., BORGFORD-PARNELL N., ANDERSEN S. O., et al.
• Publication date: 2018
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

Applying user experience (UX) principles to net zero energy buildings.

• Author(s) : SWITZER M., HUTZEL W., DIB N., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/07/09
• Languages : English
• Source: 2018 Purdue Conferences. 5^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Adaptation of the B2G dynamic model to new borehole heat exchanger coaxial configurations.

• Author(s) : CAZORLA-MARÍN A., MONTAGUD C., CORBERÁN J. M.
• Publication date: 2018/06/19
• Languages : English
• Source: CYTEF 2018. IX Congreso Ibérico y VII Congreso Iberoamericano de Ciencias y Técnicas del Frío, Valencia, España, 19-21 junio 2018.
• Formats : PDF

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Heat transfer performance variations of condensers due to non-uniform air velocity distributions.

• Author(s) : LEE W. J., JEONG H. J.
• Publication date: 2016/09
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 69
• Formats : PDF

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Experiences in renewal of cold storage facilities from R22 to NH3/CO2 in Japan.

• Author(s) : KAWAMURA K.
• 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

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Concept and calculation method of local cooling/heating load applied to non-uniform indoor environment.

• Author(s) : LIANG C., SHAO X., LI X.
• 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

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Modeling of a fan-supplied flat-tube heat exchanger exposed to non-uniform frost growth.

• Author(s) : BREQUE F., NEMER M.
• Publication date: 2017/03
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 75
• Formats : PDF

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Application of the group contribution volume translated Peng–Robinson equation of state to new commercial refrigerant mixtures.

• Author(s) : BELL I. H., WELLIQUET J., MONDEJAR M. E., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/07
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 103
• Formats : PDF

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Shaping the Cold Chain of the Future: The Road to Net Zero. Part one - Setting the scene.

• Author(s) : COLD CHAIN FEDERATION
• Publication date: 2020/10
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

Long-distance refrigerated trucking in the US

According to a market report published by Ibis World international, industry revenue declined at an annual rate of -0.1% to USD 11 billion for the period 2007-2012.

• Publication date : 2013/12/18
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Innovative system to cool spacecraft on long missions

An innovative cooling system developed by a team of mechanical engineers has proven successful in testing aboard the International Space Station.

• Publication date : 2018/05/17

Black Vanilla Ice Cream.

An ice cream made from pure virgin coconut shell activated charcoal.

• Publication date : 2017/02/15

Lick it and it lights up! The jellyfish ice cream that glows.

Lick Me I'm Delicious, a UK firm, has created a glow-in-the-dark ice cream made from jellyfish proteins.

• Publication date : 2013/12/02

Energy savings in a milk plant through permanent magnet speed motors (en français)

A Belgian milk plant reduces by 18 to 21% the necessary energy for cooling through permanent magnet speed motors. (en français)

• Publication date : 2016/09/09

Temperature control and sustainability, the challenges of 3D meat printing

Temperature control is a key factor that still limits the application of 3D printing in the meat industry, according to recent scientific publications. 

• Publication date : 2023/01/26
• Subjects: Technology

A must-read in the IJR: a review of storage temperatures for biological material

To improve storage efficiency, the authors of a review article take stock of storage temperatures for biological material (cells, proteins, DNA, etc).

• Publication date : 2024/04/26
• Subjects: Technology

Europe dominated the global frozen food market in 2020

2020 has seen record sales in the frozen food sector. According to Frozen Food Europe, Europe had the largest share of the global frozen food market in 2020. Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa are...

• Publication date : 2021/01/27

Do aliens use CFCs?

What if the search for extra-terrestrial life took a new turn? A grant recently awarded to a team of scientists will finance research for "technosignatures", which would include CFCs.

• Publication date : 2020/06/29

The benefits of thermal energy storage for cold chain applications

Several presentations at the IIR ICCC 2022 conference focused on the potential applications of Thermal Energy Storage (TES) and Phase-Change Materials (PCMs) and highlighted the...

• Publication date : 2022/07/08

Latest figures on HFC impact on climate change

EU reports that hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) emissions from refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) have decreased for the fourth consecutive year since 2014. On a global scale, the impact of HFCs on climate...

• Publication date : 2020/09/04
• Subjects: Environment

ICR 2019: an overview of current refrigeration research (part I)

Presentation of the main scientific and technical topics covered in the papers of the 25th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration and summary of some of the 14 keynotes.

• Publication date : 2019/09/30
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives

News from Copenhagen

The COP-15 Conference on Climate Change is finished. In spite of numerous lengthy discussions, no real progress has been made towards future agreements. Far more Heads of States were present and delivering statements than at past United Nations...

• Publication date : 2009/12/22

Renewable energy for heating and cooling in the EU in 2020

The share of renewable energy sources used for heating and cooling in the EU continues to increase steadily, from 22% in 2019 to 23% in 2020. The share was above 50% in six Member...

• Publication date : 2022/03/07
• Subjects: Figures, economy

A new leak detection system for flammable refrigerants

A team of researchers has recently developed and tested a leak detection system for small equipment working with R290. Using ultrasound, it detects leaks effectively and at a lower cost than conventional...

• Publication date : 2023/12/20
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives

The IIR is seeking a Communication Manager

The IIR is seeking for its head office in Paris preferably a English-mother-tongue Communication Manager, with fluent French, who will manage the IIR’s communication policy and conferences.

• Publication date : 2013/03/05

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

Discover the winners of the IIR Scientific Awards

Every four years during the International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR), the IIR offers a series of prestigious scientific awards.

• Publication date : 2015/03/11

Winners of the IIR Scientific Awards 2019 revealed

This time round, the IIR received a record number of applications and submissions to its various awards and is delighted to announce the winners.

• Publication date : 2019/04/15

Proposal for technical and financial collaboration: Census of cold production equipment in the industrial and tertiary sectors in France (in French)

As part of its activities in industrial and commercial refrigeration, the EDF R&D TREE department is planning to carry out a study on the French stock of installed refrigeration equipment.

• Publication date : 2020/09/28

Obituary : Gerald Groff

Gerald Groff, former President of Section E and very active in the IIR died on September 15.

• Publication date : 2019/09/30

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• Publication date : 2014/02/10

How to adapt in a world at 50°C? Learn more at the IMechE conference this September

On September 6-8, 2023, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) will host its 1st International Conference and Workshop on Climate Adaptation and Resilience in London.

• Publication date : 2023/09/05
• Subjects: Technology, Environment

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

The International Congress of Refrigeration 2019 goes to Montreal

IIR congresses bring together over a thousand people from a wide variety of disciplines who are interested in the evolution of technologies, research, and markets in all fields of refrigeration.

• Publication date : 2017/09/27

The IIR supports operational and economic missions in Madagascar

IIR interventions and recommendations will focus on the mission’s aspects which are related to the food cold chain, including offshore fishery and continental aquaculture among others.

• Publication date : 2016/08/10

Hot off the press: Handbook on Indirect Refrigeration and Heat Pump Systems

Be the first to read the newly published IIR Handbook on Indirect Refrigeration and Heat Pump Systems.

• Publication date : 2015/08/05

Discover the winners of the IIR Scientific Awards 2023

Every four years at its Congress, the IIR offers a series of prestigious Scientific Awards that recognise those who have made outstanding contributions to the field of refrigeration. Discover this year’s...

• Publication date : 2023/05/04
• Subjects: General information

What role does social media play in today’s refrigeration industry?

Today, social media has become an important tool of daily life for many across the globe in diverse fields and sectors. Learn how to reap the benefits of social media in your expertise.

• Publication date : 2016/04/13

Highlights: the 25th IIR Congress 2019 brings together over 850 delegates

The congress attracted over 650 papers, including 530 oral presentations, 72 posters, 17 keynotes and 1 plenary session, as well as 9 workshops, 10 IIR Commission and Working Group meetings, and 4 technical tours.

• Publication date : 2019/09/12

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 : English, French
• Themes : Freezing of foodstuffs