Commercial Refrigeration
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Commercial refrigeration is where the industry meets the public: supermarket display cases, convenience stores, restaurant kitchens and forecourt cabinets. The pressure is constant, from refrigerant rules and energy costs to the price of a night without cooling. Refindustry follows the cabinets, packs and controls that keep retail running: daily news, case studies with the figures their owners reported, and the people building these systems.
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A2Ls Are Not a Bridge: Heatcraft on Refrigerant Choice in North America
Sergei Mukminov, Editor-in-Chief of Refindustry.com, interviewed David Bolaños, Director of Marketing and Product Management at Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, about the direction of the North American commercial refrigeration market and the thinking behind the company's refrigerant strategy. The interview was conducted in writing in August 2026. It comes at a point when the regulatory ground has

Incold celebrates 30 years of history, innovation and people
Partner's material On 19 June 2026, Incold, an Arneg Group company specialising in the manufacture of cold rooms, celebrated its first 30 years in business together with its employees, partners and their families. It was a moment of sharing and gratitude, designed to thank all those who, through their commitment and passion, have contributed to

Secop’s Solar Direct Drive (SDD) System Earns WHO PQS Approval – The Team Behind It
Partner's material In March 2026, Secop’s Solar Direct Drive Power Management Module was granted WHO PQS prequalification and officially listed in the WHO Catalogue of Prequalified Immunization Devices. The WHO IMD-PQS (Immunization Devices Performance, Quality and Safety programme) is the global benchmark for cold chain equipment used in immunisation. Being listed in its catalogue is
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Viessmann launches TectoCore refrigeration units with R290
Viessmann says the wall-mounted WMx5 improves EER by at least 10% over the WMx3, with a 150 g maximum charge from -5°C to +43°C.

Trane Technologies acquires Thermo King Midwest in US
The deal adds nine locations and about 150 employees in Indiana, Missouri and Ohio to the brand's company-owned dealer network.

Williams Adds New Height Options to Jade Refrigerated Counters
Configurations from 757 mm to 857 mm use a choice of castors and top hats, with taller and plinth-mounted options also available.

Panasonic launches outdoor CO2 condensing units in Singapore
The six-model, factory-assembled R744 lineup targets lower design and installation workloads, with Sheng Siong adopting the technology.

California’s CellarPro launches Unit Cooler Series for HVAC/R contractors
Three ETL-certified models serve wine cellars up to 1,750 cu ft, with separate condensing units and a range of control options.

LG opens smart refrigerator factory in Brazil
The USD 310 million plant can produce about 600,000 units annually and is planned to become a Latin American export hub.

Hoshizaki America appoints rep group for three US states
FH&W will represent the Steelheart and Valiance lines, working with foodservice dealers, consultants, operators and industry partners.

Epta boosts solar power by 44% and expands sustainable refrigeration in 2025
The group cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 21% while advancing recyclable products, workforce training and ESG supply chain oversight.

CAREL adds iJP controller for professional blast chillers
Bluetooth, mobile apps and remote monitoring support cycle management, HACCP reporting, commissioning and service.

Polaris takes majority stake in TEFCOLD to support European growth
The partners will target commercial initiatives, platform investment and acquisitions while retaining TEFCOLD's management and customer focus.

TEFCOLD updates DB coolers and cuts UD drawer energy use
The replacement models offer individually switchable cooling and freezing drawers in one- and two-drawer GN2/1 or GN3/1 configurations.

FMI forecasts refrigeration coolers market at USD 7.5 billion by 2036
Cold chain investment and commercial refrigeration demand are set to drive growth, while costs and refrigerant rules pose constraints.

