Time to salute our field-based engineers

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07 October 2025
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Nominations are now open for the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) RACHP EngTech Lifetime Achievement Award. Sponsored by ACR Journal, the award honours individuals who have demonstrated great dedication to a career in service, maintenance or installation engineering within the refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump industry. 

This award seeks to achnowledge the field-based technicians who are the backbone of our sector, with the winner receiving a £400 prize, an engraved trophy and an official certificate. The award will be presented by the IOR President at the Annual Dinner on 12 February 2026 in London.

Employers, clients and colleagues are invited to submit nominations for worthy candidates, who must possess substantial experience in a technician-level capacity and remain actively engaged in the industry. Shortlisted contenders will be requested to take part in a phone interview to discuss their professional journey and expertise.

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Deadline for nominations is 15 November 2025 the nomination form is available to download at https://bit.ly/3RkAN0Z