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The NOAA annual greenhouse gas index

• Publication date: N/A
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• Keywords : Measurement, Atmosphere, HFC, Environment, Greenhouse effect, Climate, World
• Formats : PDF

Conservation des pommes sous atmosphère contrôlée dynamique.

Preservation of apples under dynamic controlled atmosphere.

• Author(s) : MATHIEU-HURTIGER V., BONY P., COUREAU C., et al.
• Publication date: 2013/05
• Languages : French
• Keywords : Physiological property, France, Controlled atmosphere, Apple, Cold storage
• Source: Revue générale du Froid & du Conditionnement d'air - vol. 103 - n. 1133

Entreposage des pommes en atmosphère contrôlée dynamique.

Dynamic controlled atmosphere storage for apples.

• Author(s) : GABIOUD REBEAUD S., EPPLER T., NAUNHEIM W., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/11
• Languages : French
• Keywords : Oxygen, Controlled atmosphere, Storage, Apple, Testing, Concentration, Storage life
• Source: Revue suisse de Viticulture Arboriculture Horticulture - vol. 46 - n. 6
• Formats : PDF

Limited microbial growth in Atlantic salmon packed in a modified atmosphere.

• Author(s) : MILNE D., POWELL S. M.
• Publication date: 2014/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Modified atmosphere, Microbiology, Lactobacillus, Pseudomonas, Salmon, Packaging, Lactic acid, CO2
• Source: Food Control The International Journal of HACCP and Food Safety - vol. 42

Retention of quality and functional values of broccoli ‘Parthenon’ stored in modified atmosphere packaging.

• Author(s) : FERNÁNDEZ-LEÓN M. F., FERNÁNDEZ-LEÓN A. M., LOZANO M., et al.
• Publication date: 2013/06
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Broccoli, Modified atmosphere, Antioxidant, Quality, Packaging, Storage condition
• Source: Food Control The International Journal of HACCP and Food Safety - vol. 31 - n. 2

IIR document

Development of a fruit simulator to test controlled atmosphere systems in transport systems.

• Author(s) : LAWTON A. R., RHODES C.
• Publication date: 2014/06/23
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Controlled atmosphere, Metabolism, Refrigerated transport, Respiration, Simulation, Container, Fruit
• Source: 3^rd IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain. Proceedings: London, UK, June 23-25, 2014
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Potential for energy cost savings by utilising alternative temperature control strategies for controlled atmosphere stored apples.

• Author(s) : EAST A. R., SMALE N. J., TRUJILLO F. J.
• Publication date: 2013/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Controlled atmosphere, Temperature, Control (automatic), Quality, Apple, Optimization, Energy saving
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 36 - n. 3
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Drain holes in reefer containers and the conflicting interests of controlled atmosphere and dehumidification.

• Author(s) : LUKASSE L. J. S., PAILLART M. J. M.
• Publication date: 2013/04/02
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Oxygen, Road transport, Dehumidification, Controlled atmosphere, Air, Relative humidity, Refrigerated container, Container, Leakage
• Source: 2^nd IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain. Proceedings: Paris, France, April 2-4, 2013.
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Experimental study of the consequences of controlled atmosphere conservation environment on cherry characteristics.

• Author(s) : ANDRADE L. P., NUNES J., SIMÕES M. P., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Oxygen, Controlled atmosphere, Cherry, Temperature, Quality, Relative humidity, Testing, Cold storage, Storage life, CO2
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Modified atmosphere packaging to extend shelf life of ready to eat fresh cut tomatoes.

• Author(s) : TABOADA-RODRÍGUEZ A., SÁNCHEZ-RUBIO M., CAVA-RODA R., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/08/16
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Tomato, Modified atmosphere, Ready to use, Expérimentation, Cold storage, Packaging, Storage life
• Source: Proceedings of the 24th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Yokohama, Japan, August 16-22, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

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Saving energy using RQ-based dynamic controlled atmosphere storage of blueberry fruit.

• Author(s) : VERLINDEN B. E., BESSEMANS N., VERBOVEN P., NICOLAI B. M.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cold storage, Controlled atmosphere, Blueberry, Energy efficiency, Energy saving, Expérimentation, Oxygen, Respiration heat
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
• Formats : PDF

Shelf-life of pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) as affected by weakly acidic electrolyzed water ice-glazing and modified atmosphere packaging.

• Author(s) : ZHANG B., MA L. K., DENG S. G., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Shrimp, Modified atmosphere, Quality, Cold storage, Packaging, Storage life
• Source: Food Control The International Journal of HACCP and Food Safety - vol. 51

Effect of Cold Shock Pretreatment Combined with Perforation-Mediated Passive Modified Atmosphere Packaging on Storage Quality of Cucumbers.

• Author(s) : WANG F., MI S., CHITRAKAR B., LI J., WANG X.
• Publication date: 2022/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cucumber, Modified atmosphere, Packaging, Nutritional value, Organoleptic property, Expérimentation, Sensory analysis, Storage
• Source: Foods - 11 - 9
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Changes in Volatile Composition of Cape Hake Fillets under Modified Atmosphere Packaging Systems during Cold Storage.

• Author(s) : OPARA U. L., FADIJI T., CALEB O. J., OLUWOLE A. O.
• Publication date: 2022/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Fish, Fillet, Modified atmosphere, Cold storage, Temperature, Storage life, Microbiological quality, Expérimentation, Volatile compound
• Source: Foods - 11 - 9
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Study and application of Time-Temperature Integrator smart labels for monitoring the cold chain of active modified atmosphere packaged sea bass.

• Author(s) : TSIRONI T., NTZIMANI A., GOGOU E., SEMENOGLOU I., DERMESONLOUOGLOU E., TAOUKIS P.
• Publication date: 2020/08/26
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cold chain, Traceability, Monitoring, Temperature integrator, Packaging, Modelling, Fish, Sea bass, Modified atmosphere
• Source: 6^th IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain. Proceedings: Nantes, France, August 26-28 2020
• Formats : PDF, Video

Dynamic controlled atmosphere for better quality apples

Dynamic Controlled Atmosphere (DCA) appeared in Canada ten years ago where O2 rates are lowered to 0.5% thanks to a sophisticated system used to monitor fruit quality during the process.

• Publication date : 2014/03/21

Searching for refrigerant traces in the atmosphere

The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) researchers have now published first measurements on the atmospheric distribution and abundance of the 4th generation halogenated coolants and foaming agents. (fluoroolefins).

• Publication date : 2015/04/20

Cooling system for spacecraft entering the Martian atmosphere.

A team of scientists has designed a cooling system to avoid severe aerodynamic heating when spacecraft enter the Martian atmosphere.

• Publication date : 2017/02/20

Bunker under highly controlled-atmosphere to measure Earth’s rotation

Equipment with extremely stable laser requires perfect mastery of air pressure and temperature.

• Publication date : 2012/08/30

Latest natural refrigerant market trends presented at Atmosphere Europe

According to the Shecco study, to date (2013), in Europe, there are 2881 CO2 transcritical systems installed, which is a significant increase of 116% compared to 2011.

• Publication date : 2013/11/14
• Subjects: Figures, economy

New process combining cryogenic freezing and MAP

Air Products Freshline® Superfresh is a new methodology which combines cryogenic freezing with modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) in a specific way to extend the life and quality of food products.

• Publication date : 2015/04/19

Pilot project for the export of fresh vegetables by sea from Australia

Australia’s vegetable exporters are testing modified atmosphere and controlled atmosphere packaging to increase the shelf-life of fresh produce during sea freight.

• Publication date : 2021/10/22
• Subjects: Technology

CFC banks release larger emissions than expected

The leaks of CFC11 and CFC12 stored up in banks, if left unchecked, would delay the recovery of the Antarctic ozone hole by 6 years and add 9 billion metric tons of CO2eq to the...

• Publication date : 2020/05/27
• Subjects: Developing country, Environment

Canada and Mexico HFC policy strategy

During ATMOsphere America in Chicago in June 2016, Canadian and Mexican government representatives presented their HFC phase-down strategies.

• Publication date : 2016/08/05
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

Imminent revised Japanese F-gas legislation

During ATMOsphere Asia 2014, M. Kumakura, from the Japanese Ministry of Environment (MOE), presented progress made on the revision of the Act on Ensuring the Implementation of Recovery and Destruction of Fluorocarbons concerning Designated...

• Publication date : 2014/06/22
• Subjects: Regulation, HFCs alternatives

Transcritical CO2 refrigeration ready for prime time panel

Transcritical CO2 refrigeration systems brings certainty at ATMOsphere America 2013

• Publication date : 2013/09/04

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

Growing uptake of natural refrigerants in commercial refrigeration

A recent report estimates the number of commercial refrigeration systems using R744 (CO2) or hydrocarbons in Europe and worldwide. 

• Publication date : 2022/10/17
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Recycling could significantly cut down emissions from HFC production

A team of researchers estimated that with 30% of recycled refrigerants in the annual output, CO2 emissions from the production of R134a could be reduced by about a...

• Publication date : 2022/02/28
• Subjects: Environment

Briefs: NOAA Greenhouse Gas Index

Researchers at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) developed what they call a "scientifically unambiguous" index, that they say will allow them to track changes in the gases that contribute the most to the warming...

• Publication date : 2009/02/24

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

ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021 to Address EU’s Phase Down of Super-Polluting Refrigerants

The replacement of HFCs with natural refrigerants is among the topics at the online event on September 28-29.

• Publication date : 2021/09/01

New in our Encyclopedia. Cold storage conditions for fruits and vegetables

Practical recommendations for the cold storage of over 200 cultivars of fruits, vegetables and herbs. 

• Publication date : 2023/01/26
• Subjects: General information

The IIR worldwide (June 2019)

Focus on the latest IIR interventions around the world.

• Publication date : 2019/06/28

Past events: September and October 2021

Focus on the latest events involving the IIR. 

• Publication date : 2021/10/25

Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during COP 21

Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 21st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 21) in Paris (November...

• Publication date : 2020/03/29
• Subjects: Regulation, Environment

Editorial by Didier Coulomb

Energy is one of the main strategic challenges of this century, both in terms of the impact of energy consumption on the environment (greenhouse effect) and above all in terms of the risk of shortages with respect to our society's needs (limited...

• Publication date : 2006/11/14

OEWG36: Tough week of negotiations, no agreement except possible additional meetings

OEWG 36 spent much of its time focusing on moving the discussion on HFCs management forward.

• Publication date : 2015/07/29
• Subjects: Regulation

International events: Brussels

The IIR co-sponsored conference, Atmosphere 2009 took place in Brussels, Belgium, on October 19-20, 2009. It focused on general policy on replacing high global warming refrigerants (HCFCs, HFCs) by natural refrigerants (political, financial,...

• Publication date : 2010/03/07

IIR Informatory Notes on refrigerants designed to meet the needs of decision-makers

"We felt it was important to draft a collection of Notes on the most appropriate actions to take in this field, designed to meet the needs of decision-makers in order to be better prepared for the upcoming deadlines."

• Publication date : 2016/03/15

IC2015 Workshops: An opportunity to join, share and build together

ICR2015: A chance to actively participate in the innovation of refrigeration.

• Publication date : 2015/06/17

Check out the latest news from FRISBEE!

In this issue two hot topics: the test carried out to increase refrigerator performance and field test monitoring of the food cold chain in European markets.

• Publication date : 2014/03/10

ENOUGH at the 37th EFFoST International Conference 2023

Several partners from the ENOUGH project were present at the 37th EFFoST International Conference 2023 in Valencia this week.

• Publication date : 2023/11/13

Editorial by Didier Coulomb

In the previous issue of the Newsletter, a special issue on the environment, I announced proposals, from the G8 in particular, concerning accelerated phase-out of HCFCs, along with the importance of the UN Conference on the ozone layer in this...

• Publication date : 2007/11/20

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

Cold storage conditions for fruits and vegetables

Practical recommendations for the cold storage of over 200 cultivars of fruits, vegetables and herbs (storage temperatures, relative humidity, storage time, controlled atmosphere...

• Last update : 2023/01/16
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Fruit, Vegetables

Liquefied Natural Gas: production process and cold energy recovery

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled to about -160 °C and turned into a liquid to facilitate transportation and storage. A typical LNG supply chain...

• Last update : 2023/06/23
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : LNG and LPG

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 : French, English
• Themes : Freezing of foodstuffs