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Save the date: Industrial Refrigeration Network Conference


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n June, the Industrial Refrigeration Network Conference (IRN) will take place for the second time at the Bitzer International Training Centre


in Rottenburg-Ergenzingen, the SCHAUFLER Academy. The English-language conference aims to create a recurring platform for thought leaders in European industrial refrigeration. Participants include manufacturers, installers, contractors, planners, end-users, and scientifi c representatives. Industry associations such as Eurammon and IIAR (International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration) are also involved in the event to further promote the use of natural refrigerants in Europe. The IRN conference was launched in 2024 by European HVAC&R component and system suppliers. “At the IRN conference, we bring together


experts to discuss current topics in industrial refrigeration and to present and discuss solutions. The two-day event off ers participants a platform to exchange ideas on the latest trends and challenges and thus actively shape the future of industrial refrigeration,” said Bernhard Blaeser, head of industrial refrigeration at Bitzer. The challenges


in industrial refrigeration are both technical and economic. They call for continuous development and adaptation to meet the industry’s regulation, effi ciency and sustainability requirements. The conference includes:


■ Key notes on the status quo and outlook for the future of industrial refrigeration


■ Technical presentations by various players in the


industrial refrigeration sector


■ Exhibition stands of the conference sponsors, who will present future-oriented solutions for industrial refrigeration. Registration for the IRN conference is open until 29 May 2025.  https://trainings-events.bitzer.de/microsite/ index.cfm?l=2723&modus=


Carrier Solutions UK unveils Stockport training academy C


arrier Solutions UK has offi cially opened its training academy in Stockport. The


academy will off er education and support for HVAC engineers across the UK.


The centre, which has been converted from a former warehouse,


spans approximately 1300 square metres. It will off er hands-on experience with Carrier and Toshiba residential and light commercial HVAC equipment and heating solutions under the Viessmann and Vokèra brands. This will enable engineers to refi ne their skills


using air-to-air and air-to-water heat pumps, SHRM Advanced VRF systems, boilers, and controllers. Additionally, the centre features


F-Gas training rigs for industry certifi cation, making it one of the most comprehensive training facilities in the UK HVAC industry. The site will function as an accredited BPEC training centre, ensuring trainees receive the highest level of industry-recognised training so they can confi dently off er their services backed by a 10-year warranty. “This investment in training


excellence is a major step in supporting the future of the UK’s HVAC industry,” said David Dunn, managing director, UK&I, Carrier RLC EMEA. “We are committed to equipping engineers across the country with the knowledge and expertise they need to work with the most advanced solutions available


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During the offi cial opening, industry professionals, customers and partners were off ered an exclusive fi rst look at the facility, with the ribbon cutting by England and Sale Sharks rugby stars George Ford and Ben Curry.


This opening marks the fi rst phase of a broader initiative, with additional training centres set to open in Wakefi eld, Telford, London Colney and Plymouth later this year. “Our goal is to make high-quality


training accessible to engineers nationwide,” added Dunn. “By expanding our network of brand- standard training centres, we are ensuring that professionals up and down the country can train on all the equipment from across the Carrier Solutions UK portfolio, be backed by a 10-year warranty, and remain at the forefront of HVAC innovation.”


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