An Interview with Sandeep Mohapatra In today’s rapidly globalizing HVAC&R sector, international experience and cross-cultural expertise are in high demand. For many professionals, building a career abroad offers the chance to expand their technical skills, broaden their perspectives, and drive innovation in the industry. In this interview, we speak with Sandeep Mohapatra, a seasoned mechanical engineer with over 17 years of experience in refrigeration and air conditioning. Starting his career in India and now based in Australia, Sandeep shares insights on overcoming challenges,

Commercial refrigeration refers to specialized cooling systems and equipment designed to store, transport, and display perishable goods and maintain them at specific temperature conditions. It is an essential component of various industries, particularly the food & beverage sector, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. The end uses of commercial refrigeration systems include supermarkets & hypermarkets, convenience stores, bakeries, and hotels & restaurants. The major factors for the growth of the commercial refrigeration market include improving consumer lifestyle, growing food ind

In the digitalisation of industrial processes, growing demands for energy efficiency, cybersecurity, and controllability are confronted with legacy technologies such as serial interfaces, proprietary bus systems, or installations that are difficult to scale. With Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), a new technology is emerging that addresses these challenges. But what exactly is SPE? What specific advantages does it offer manufacturers, mechanical engineers, and operators? And how can the transition to this future-oriented technology succeed? Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is a new, globally rec