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Editor’s note W


Cooling under pressure


elcome to the October 2025 issue of ACR News. As supermarkets grapple with volatile footfall, disrupted supply chains, and mounting energy costs, refrigeration


systems are under scrutiny like never before. T is issue explores how the ACR sector is responding, with smarter control strategies, tailored


product development, and renewed focus on sustainability. Sanhua’s 2025–2030 roadmap marks a strategic pivot, off ering complete OEM and


contractor packages built around natural refrigerants and application-specifi c innovation. Federico Bisco outlines how this supports the next generation of commercial cooling. Jason Webb of ETI highlights the operational strain on supermarket refrigeration and


off ers practical guidance for resilience. Meanwhile, Ejnar Luckmann of Danfoss explains why rail heat remains an untapped energy-saving opportunity. From distribution centre complexity to AHU design for heating-dominated climates,


contributors including David Bostock of Integral, Tim Mitchell of Klima T erm, and Manuel Swärd of IV Produkt examine how precision engineering and market-specifi c adaptation are driving performance and compliance. Jose La Loggia of Trane and Stefan Lay of Swegon explore the intersection of


decarbonisation, ventilation, and thermal management, while A-Gas’s UK rollout of its Business Excellence programme signals a renewed commitment to operational improvement. Finally, Andrew Fleet of TRS off ers a recruiter’s view on the HVAC skills gap, an issue


that continues to shape the sector’s future. I hope you fi nd this issue informative and interesting,


Lynn Sencicle, Managing Editor lsencicle@datateam.co.uk


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