US/UK/Canada

Share

Quotes

Ammonia is an excellent refrigerant with a wide operating range, excellent thermodynamic properties and low cost
David Blackhurst
Government research shows the future heating demand will be mostly met by heatpumps.
Dave Pearson
Without question, low charge patent-free ammonia systems are the future of industrial refrigeration
Caleb Nelson
Star delivered an energy efficient system that ensures plant reliability and future proofs the business
Graham Wallace
We are delighted to share with the industry the experiences and knowledge gained from our continuous research and extensive work on industrial refrigeration and heat pumps using ammonia and CO2.
Star Refrigeration Group Sales & Marketing Director Rob Lamb
The Expo is one of the highlights in the cold chain calendar. Bringing together an abundance of experts within the sector, it provides a unique learning and networking opportunity for all involved.
Caleb Nelson, VP Business Development, Azane Inc.
ATMOsphere America is a huge event for the natural refrigeration industry and it is an honour for Azane to be invited back to share our innovations and outlook on the future of low charge ammonia technology for the 5th consecutive year.”
Caleb Nelson
The benefits East Kilbride ice rink is set to receive from the upgrade to the new Azanechiller 2.0 include cost savings of £13,000 a year in electrical bills in comparison with other ‘best in class’ ammonia chillers, as well as carbon savings of 1,204 tons of CO2 over 20 years. When compared to their previous R22 plant, savings in the region of £30,000 will be expected.
Lewis Brown, Sales Engineer - Star Refrigeration
East Kilbride ice rink’s state of the art Azanechiller 2.0 has a Seasonal Energy Performance Ratio (SEPR) of 4.32, which is 71% higher than the EU EcoDesign Directive requirement.
Lewis Brown, Sales Engineer - Star Refrigeration
The Azanechiller 2.0 sets a new benchmark in chiller performance with efficiency figures that are significantly higher than the European EcoDesign Directive requirement.
Alan Walkinshaw, Director of Sales - Process, Star Refrigeration
although heat networks are not a new idea, they have traditionally been seen as a very “un-British” way of delivering domestic heating. The realisation that our carbon reduction targets cannot be met without some drastic changes to the way we live our lives has changed all that.”
Steve Gill, IOR President
We’re really excited about this new development and will be showcasing the Azanechiller 2.0’s new features. By opening up our doors to allow customers to see the new system and witness the chillers in operation firsthand, we aim to demonstrate the benefits of investing in technology that provides first-rate efficiency.
Alan Walkinshaw, Director of Sales - Process, Star Refrigeration
Many people believe that renewable energy is solely for modern buildings. However our newly developed product demonstrates this is most certainly not the case.
Dave Pearson - Director, Star Renewable Energy
The technology has a good role to play as a source of renewable, affordable heating within an urban setting and it contributes to a clean air environment in any area where it is deployed.
Jack Welsh - Technical Sales Manager Heat Networks, Scottish Gas
By working with our partners, we are able to produce a state-of-the-art solution which will deliver real benefits for our tenants. GHA has only worked with small, individual heatpumps which we found to be unsuccessful. However, this is a different beast.
Colin Reid - Energy & Sustainability Manager, Glasgow Housing Association
As far as we’re concerned, low charge ammonia is the refrigerant of the future. By sharing Star’s innovations, opinions and predictions at high profile events such as the ICCC, we hope to advocate for the technology and continue to pioneer for worldwide adoption of cleaner, greener and safer industrial cooling solutions.
Dr Rob Lamb, Group Sales & Marketing Director, Star Refrigeration
The US R22 phaseout, along with proposed restrictions on some HFC refrigerants, is leading to a growing demand for natural refrigerant solutions such as the Azanechiller and Azanefreezer. 2016 is going to be a big year for Azane, with high profile installations already in the pipeline for customers across the USA.
Caleb Nelson, VP - Business Development, Azane Inc.
I’m honored to step up as Azane’s new VP-Business Development, and am looking forward to fronting the company as it transforms the face of America’s industrial refrigeration chiller and freezer market.
Caleb Nelson, VP-Business Development, Azane Inc.
Extensive modelling and real-life testing have demonstrated that the high temperature air source heatpump can deliver effective and affordable heating to existing social housing with the result of a 53% drop in carbon footprint – dropping even further as the grid decarbonises.
Dave Pearson, Star Renewable Energy
The IOR members have voted Star Refrigeration's paper the best presentation of the year from amongst seven potential candidates. Not only was it a very interesting and relevant topic but it was a very professional and clear paper that will be of value to many in the future as part of the IOR proceedings.
Graeme Maidment
This is an essential guide for the safe design and operation of ammonia refrigeration systems. It is, at the very least, the most comprehensive publication on ammonia refrigeration design safety available today.
David Blackhurst
“Decarbonising heating is actually comparatively easy to decarbonising electricity”
Dave Pearson, Director of Star Renewable Energy
“ASHRAE is pleased to honor Andy Pearson with the grade of Fellow. “It is through contributions such as his, including his work on innovative industrial systems using natural refrigerants, that allows our Society to fulfill its mission of advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world.
David Underwood President of ASHRAE said
Andy’s appointment is very welcome. Having worked for Star Refrigeration for many years, his experience in executive and non-executive positions, as well as his in-depth knowledge of the sector, both in the UK and internationally are invaluable for Star to continue to realise its full potential in this new age of environmentally driven technology
John Rowell, Chairman of Star Refrigeration said,
Pick a time period -
Tags ( Active)

Ammonia Installation Tour reveals the not-so-obvious refrigeration system choice

Industrial refrigeration end-users, engineering consultants and contractors had the opportunity to examine a state of the art low charge ammonia cooling installation at Brake Brothers facilities in Newhouse, Scotland.Star Technical Solutions consultants took industry stakeholders on a technical tour to examine an innovative ammonia refrigeration plant recently installed at one of Brakes Brother’s largest distribution centres. The visit complemented the International Institute of Refrigeration’s Gustav Lorentzen Conference programme, with a practical, hands-on event. Brakes Group

Large heatpumps are the only scalable renewable heating technology capable of becoming zero carbon by 2050

Renewable experts are urging energy users to invest in renewable heating technology for the future while government incentives to support the uptake of heatpumps last.Industrial sized district heatpumps which draw warmth from the air, rivers, lakes, the sea and the ground are expected to play a key role in achieving COP21 carbon reduction targets because “they are the only proven, viable technology capable of delivering zero carbon heat in a large scale”, attendees at The Future of Thermal Energy Conference heard. Hosted at Warwick University 10-11 October 2016, Future of Thermal Energy

Azane to demonstrate the benefits of low charge ammonia refrigeration at RETA conference ahead of October’s deal on global HFC phase-down

With the world’s efforts focused on the battle against global warming following the ratification of the Paris climate change agreement by the US and China earlier this month, as well as the upcoming international talks to phase-down HFCs and the fast moving regulatory environment in the United States,  the surge in demand for low charge ammonia refrigeration solutions is expected to continue.Leading US manufacturer  Azane Inc, will present their pre-engineered family of modular air cooled, low charge ammonia packaged units at the RETA National Conference in Las Vegas next month. The event

Lucite’s largest European site will keep its cool for another 25 years

The world’s largest supplier of methyl methacrylate (MMA), Lucite International is set to continue to be the driving force behind the world’s best known branded acrylic products by investing in a bespoke, zero carbon ammonia refrigeration plant that will ensure their successful operation for the next 25 years.The global leader in the design, development and manufacture of acrylic-based products, Lucite International replaced their old R22 plant at Cassel Works, their largest European site, with a more eco-friendly option. The new refrigeration plant, design, manufactured and installed by

Bakery cleans up with Starfrost CIP system

Starfrost have retrofitted a Clean in Place System on a Spiral Chiller at Riverside Bakery.Riverside Bakery, part of the Addo Food Group, is a manufacturer of pastry products based in Nottingham. Addo Food Group includes six sites in the UK, after obtaining the chilled savoury pastry division of Kerry Foods. The group produce 256 million products every year; for both own brand label and for other retail partners.  Committed to improving and developing its manufacturing facilities, Riverside Bakery took on the project to increase hygiene within its quiche processing line. With increasing

Join Galaxy of Star Speakers at the 12th IIR Gustav Lorentzen Natural Fluids Conference

A plethora of experts from the UK’s largest independent industrial refrigeration engineering company, Star Refrigeration, are taking part at the 12th IIR Gustav Lorentzen Natural Working Fluids Conference in August to offer answers about the future of natural refrigerants to an international audience of end-users, experts and policy makers.A regular speaker and sponsor of the leading industry event, Star Refrigeration will this year have a strong presence at the conference with nine of their engineers  presenting papers on the technical and economic aspects of natural refrigerants as well

Low Charge Ammonia Manufacturer to exhibit at the GCCA's Global Cold Chain Expo

Azane Inc, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of low charge ammonia refrigeration solutions, will exhibit at the GCCA’s Global Cold Chain Expo later this month. Showcasing their innovative low charge ammonia refrigeration solutions for R22 replacement, phasing down of HFCs and ammonia charge reduction, the company will provide delegates with information on their groundbreaking Azanechiller and Azanefreezer.Caleb Nelson, VP Business Development at Azane will be on the stand, demonstrating how their recent developments can transform the natural refrigeration market. Discussing their

Azane to Shed Light on Future of Low charge Ammonia Refrigeration Technology

Caleb Nelson, the Vice President of Business Development  at Azane Inc, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of low charge ammonia refrigeration solutions, is set to speak at the natural refrigerant event of the year. Presenting a talk on low charge NH3 technology, he will take delegates on a journey through the history of ammonia refrigeration and highlight the unique challenges faced by industry.Presenting at the ATMOsphere America conference, Caleb Nelson will discuss the importance of safe, efficient, reliable low charge ammonia systems, and examine the benefits of the air cooled

Low Charge Ammonia Chiller Breakthrough: Star Refrigeration unleashes Azanechiller 2.0

Star Refrigeration successfully run tested their latest low charge ammonia Azanechiller 2.0 at their Westway factory in Renfrew, yesterday. Visitors witnessed the first built unit of the EcoDesign compliant chiller in operation, which demonstrated energy efficiency figures 71% higher than the EU Directive Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEPS) requirement.Refrigeration stakeholders from a diverse number of backgrounds including building services, consultancies, and facilities management sectors visited Star Refrigeration’s factory in Westway, Renfrew yesterday for the unveiling of the

EcoDesign compliant ammonia chiller for East Kilbride Ice Rink breaks energy efficiency figures

East Kilbride Ice Rink will be fitted with Star Refrigeration’s Azanechiller 2.0 to ensure its new look facility is not only cooler, but also future proofed against recent environmental legislation. The EcoDesign compliant chiller sets a new benchmark in chiller performance with efficiency figures that are 71% higher than the European EcoDesign Directive requirement.Azanechiller 2.0, Star Refrigeration’s latest development in cutting edge cooling technology, will provide East Kilbride Ice Rink with a solution that will significantly reduce the rink’s energy costs and environmental impact,

Star Refrigeration Unveils Future of Cooling Technology

Star Refrigeration’s latest EcoDesign Directive compliant ammonia air cooled chiller, Azanechiller 2.0, will be run tested on 8th June at their factory in Westway, Renfrew. The company is extending an open invitation to all those interested in the groundbreaking technology as well as the new EcoDesign Directive.The UK’s largest independent cooling and heating contractor, Star Refrigeration, is opening its factory doors to invite visitors to witness the EcoDesign Directive (2009/125/EC) compliant ammonia air cooled chiller, as the first unit is run tested. The CPD certified event will also

Dr Andy Pearson to present at ASHRAE district heating seminar

Dr Andy Pearson, Group Managing Director of Star Refrigeration and ASHRAE Fellow, will present a paper on ‘Low Carbon District Heating: Centralised Heat Pump Systems’ at Birmingham University on 14th of June. The open seminar event will be hosted by ASHRAE UK in association with IOR, CIBSE West Midlands, BRSA and the BEI.Centralised heat pump systems, which draw warmth from water sources including rivers, lakes, aquifers and industrial processes and deliver low carbon heat for whole cities are a proven technology in Europe and North America and are well suited to the UK climate. The

Exclusive first look at Star Refrigeration's latest Azanechiller 2.0

Star Refrigeration is opening its doors to refrigeration end-users ahead of despatching its first air cooled ammonia Azanechiller 2.0. The unit sets a new benchmark in chiller performance with efficiency figures that are 71% higher than the European Ecodesign Directive requirement.Ammonia cooling specialist, Star Refrigeration, is inviting visitors to its manufacturing facilities at Westway, Renfrew, to view the company’s latest Ecodesign Directive (2009/125/EC) compliant ammonia air cooled chiller, Azanechiller 2.0, as the first unit is run tested on 8th June. Azanechiller 2.0

Community Scale Heatpump to Retrofit Social Housing is "a different beast"

Large heatpumps are expected to play a key role in meeting government heating decarbonisation targets, according to partners involved in the development of the UK’s largest air source heatpump for residential use.An industrial-size air source heatpump capable of delivering affordable, low carbon heating and hot water for vulnerable households across Scotland was said to be a new concept of district heating at the UK’s largest renewable energy conference and exhibition, All-Energy. Colin Reid, Energy & Sustainability Manager at Glasgow Housing Association (GHA), part of Wheatley Group,

Low Charge Ammonia Refrigeration Sets Off the Cool Face of the Cold Chain at IIR 2016 with Star Refrigeration

The phase out of ozone depleting refrigerants and increasing legislative pressure on the use of HFC refrigerants has resulted in a surge in interest in the use of modern, low charge ammonia for temperature controlled storage, distribution and food production facilities. The revolutionary technology is expected to change the face of the refrigeration industry as the latest developments in low charge ammonia break even the most astringent energy efficiency targets set by the European Commission by more than 50%.Representing the UK’s archetypal name in industrial refrigeration, Star

Azane Confirmed Exhibitor at Upcoming IIAR 2016 Expo – Visit Us at Booth 321

Ammonia based refrigeration solutions specialist Azane has just announced that it will be showcasing its natural R22 replacements Azanechiller and Azanefreezer at the upcoming IIAR 2016 expo in Orlando from March 20-23.As the world’s largest meeting exclusively dedicated to industrial refrigeration, the event is a goldmine of information for the latest developments, innovations and trends happening within the sector. Parent company Star Refrigeration will be joining the team at Booth 321, on–hand to chat about the innovative new low charge air cooled ammonia technology. Factory-built

Azane Welcomes Caleb Nelson as New VP-Business Development

Low-charge Ammonia chiller US manufacturer Azane has appointed Caleb Nelson as its new VP-Business Development.As the face of California based Azane, Nelson will represent the company as it pioneers the USA’s nationwide switch to low charge NH3 ammonia systems, which are expected to replace R22 and other refrigerants with high ozone depleting and global warming potential. “I’m honored to step up as Azane’s new VP-Business Development, and am looking forward to fronting the company as it transforms the face of America’s industrial refrigeration chiller and freezer market,” says Nelson.

Star Renewable Energy Reveals World’s Largest Industrial Air Source Heat Pump to Retrofit High-Rise Buildings

Glasgow-based firm Star Renewable Energy threw open its doors to unveil its revolutionary air source heat pump (ASHP) – the Neatpump – to the world, as part of the International 2016 Low Carbon Heat & Water Conference and Showcase.Guests attending the event had a rare opportunity to see the revolutionary air source “Neatpump” in action under test conditions, at a facility where, coincidentally, the new series of Robot Wars is currently being filmed. While Star Renewable Energy’s innovation doesn’t involve flamethrowers or pneumatically powered axes, the system certainly proved to be of

Star Refrigeration Staff Receive Prestigious Industry Award for Pioneering Paper

John Clark and Angus Gillies were honoured at the Institute of Refrigeration IOR Annual Dinner for their paper "Comparison of evaporative and air cooled condensers in industrial applications."Star Refrigeration has once again cemented itself at the very forefront of the refrigeration industry, with two of its staff members receiving a significant industry award for a revolutionary paper comparing evaporative and air cooled condensers in industrial applications. John Clark and Angus Gillies were awarded the Lightfoot Medal, an annual prize given to the best paper submitted in the session.

Star Technical Solutions advises ammonia refrigeration end-users to keep the new IIAR 2 Standard handy

Refrigeration consultants Star Technical Solutions advise on the implications that the new and improved version of the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) standard on the safe design of closed-circuit ammonia refrigeration systems will have on refrigeration dependent businesses.The new American National Standard for the safe design of closed-circuit ammonia refrigeration systems, ANSI/IIAR 2-2014 sets the minimum requirements for industry compliance and adherence to American codes and regulations and is “significantly different to previous releases,” says Star Technical

Norwegian city proves COP21 carbon reduction targets are achievable with Water Source Heat Pumps

Star Renewable Energy Director Dave Pearson will demonstrate how renewable heating can play a key role in achieving the COP21 target of an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050 at the IASS Potsdam’s Smart Energy Systems Workshop later this month.The workshop aims to gather information on the potential of energy sector coupling and to raise and answer questions concerning the current challenges our cities are facing. Whilst heating currently accounts for 50% of the world’s carbon footprint, efforts have been mainly focused at generating low carbon or renewable electricity. However, “

Dr Andy Pearson of Star Refrigeration is Awarded ASHRAE Fellowship

Dr Andy Pearson of Star Refrigeration and Azane Inc has been named an ASHRAE Fellow during the Society’s Winter Conference in Orlando last Saturday. The prestigious title recognises people who have made substantial contributions to HVACR industry and achieved distinction in the field of engineering.ASHRAE is an international community which represents building system design and industrial processes professionals around the globe. It is a research hub and leading voice in the world of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration and brings together over 53,000 members from 132

Star Refrigeration appoints new Group Managing Director

The UK’s largest independent industrial refrigeration and heating contractor, Star Refrigeration, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Andy Pearson as Group Managing Director. Dr Pearson has been working for Star since 1986 and has recently been promoted from his position as Group Engineering Director, a role he has held since 2010.Dr Pearson is one of the  leading names in refrigeration and engineering industry, and his work is world renowned. Recently awarded an ASHRAE Fellowship, he is a respected voice in the sector and has edited books on ammonia and carbon dioxide for the

There are no items matching the current filter
There are no more items matching the current filter
Back to top

Media