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Dr. Rob Lamb to Deliver Keynote Address at the 2025 Industrial Refrigeration Network Conference

In a significant event for the industrial refrigeration sector, Star Refrigeration's Group Sales and Marketing Director, Dr. Rob Lamb, will take the stage as a keynote speaker at the upcoming Industrial Refrigeration Network (IRN) Conference. Set to unfold from June 4 to June 5, 2025, at the SCHAUFLER Academy in Rottenburg-Ergenzingen, Germany, the conference promises to be an informative gathering for key stakeholders in the field.

The IRN Conference, hosted by BITZER, serves as a platform for industry leaders, including system manufacturers, contractors, planners, and end-users, to converge and discuss pressing challenges in refrigeration. The primary focus of this year's event is to encourage energy-efficient, safe, and sustainable refrigeration solutions through the use of natural refrigerants.

Returning to the IRN Conference for the second consecutive year, Dr. Lamb will present his keynote titled "Optimising Cooling System Operating Cost Through Integrated Controls". This session, scheduled for 9:15 AM on June 5, will delve into the advantages of coordinated control strategies across compressors, pumps, and fans, revealing how such approaches can lead to substantial energy and cost savings in various cooling systems.

His presentation will explore the integration of variable speed motor technology combined with floating suction and head pressure controls, which is aimed at maximizing the efficiency of components. Dr. Lamb will illustrate how managing these controls as part of a cohesive system rather than isolated units could lead to an additional 10% to 15% energy saving, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

Delegates attending the session can expect to learn about:

• - The interplay between speed-controlled components and the performance of heat exchangers.
• - The necessity for holistic control strategies that harmonize energy savings across all components of the plant.
• - The practical challenges and considerations essential for implementing variable speed systems.
• - Tangible outcomes, including reductions in annual operational expenses and CO₂ emissions.

Expressing his anticipation for the event, Dr. Lamb remarked, "I am delighted to be returning to the IRN Conference and contributing to this important conversation on the future of industrial refrigeration. Our extensive work across various sectors has demonstrated that careful control of variable-speed equipment and system-wide optimization can yield significant enhancements in energy performance. I am eager to share this knowledge with the international IRN community to assist operators in achieving greater efficiency and sustainability."

Star Refrigeration has established itself as a pioneer in delivering sustainable industrial cooling solutions, tapping into high-performance and low-carbon strategies across diverse sectors such as cold storage, food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, and other process industries. By employing natural refrigerants, sophisticated control systems, and maximizing lifecycle energy optimization, the company helps clients navigate regulatory changes and accomplish their decarbonization goals.

The IRN Conference will also feature technical presentations, expert panel discussions, and optional factory tours of BITZER’s compressor and heat exchanger production facilities, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape and future directions of industrial refrigeration practices.

For more details on the conference agenda and registration information, check out the Industrial Refrigeration Network Conference 2025 website.