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Ammonia and CO2 refrigeration in spotlight

MACEDONIA: Over 50 papers have been submitted for the next CO2 and Ammonia Refrigeration Technologies conference taking place in Ohrid, Macedonia, in April.

This biennial conference will feature presentations from experts from across the world discussing the very latest in CO2 and ammonia refrigeration systems. Topics will cover system design, new innovative components, energy efficiency, applications, ammonia and CO2 systems in developing countries, technical and safety issues, and public awareness of the image and benefits of natural refrigerants 

Keynote speeches will be provided by experts including Dr Andy Pearson of Star Refrigeration, Dr Predrag Hrnjak of the University of Illinois, Trevor Hegg of Evapco, Kenneth Madsen of Advansor and David Schalenbourg of Delhaize.

Organised by the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering – Skopje, this biennial event is sponsored by Eurammon and the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration.

The price for IIR members is €310.00 and €390.00 for non-members if booked before March 1. After March 1, the price is €370.00 for IIR members and €450.00 for non-members

Further information from the conference website.

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