IIAR

IIAR has a wide range of benefits available to members, from professional development opportunities to industry networking, and as of July 1, members have access to even more than they did before.

“Our members get access to the most reliable up-to-date information about the refrigeration industry, best practices, and ongoing education,” said Lisa Berryman, member services manager for IIAR. “We are constantly looking at new ways to provide value, which is why we now include more training and unlimited access to technical information as part of membership.”

Mike Chapman, director of business operations for IIAR, said people tend to think of membership as a tool to get a discount on annual conference registration, but there is much more to it. “A lot of people aren’t taking advantage of all of the benefits,” he explained. “From a development standpoint, there are a lot of resources to help them grow professionally.”

Here are some of the key benefits:

Technical Papers, Bulletins, and Standards: IIAR members receive exclusive access to more than 400 technical papers as well as bulletins and industry standards free via IIAR’s e-library. Members can view documents in eBook format using their Bookshelf account through VitalSource/eVantage, making them portable. If members would like to purchase a hard copy of documents rather than viewing in eBook format, they receive up to a 50% discount on purchases.

Professional Development and Education: IIAR offers a variety of training programs, including workshops, seminars, and certification courses designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of refrigeration professionals at all levels.

As part of the enhanced benefits, members have access to all IIAR Training Videos, Series 1, 2 and 3. Historically if members wanted access, they would have to buy the additional two sets.

Additionally, members now get two free Academy of Natural Refrigerants courses per year, up from one free course. Members can also receive a discount for any additional training they’d like to take.

Webinars and Editorial Content: Access to all IIAR webinars is free for members, and the webinars are recorded for those who don’t attend live.

Membership Directory: All members have access to the membership directory, which has added features for group members to create a group membership directory and highlight business members.

Natural Refrigeration Directory: This is a member benefit available to every company that has a Group Company Membership with IIAR. The Natural Refrigeration Directory is a compendium of companies listed by type of organization (contractor, manufacturer, end user, etc.). It allows potential customers to see listings of verified IIAR group member organizations, along with their company contact and descriptive information, and explore the Natural Refrigeration community. IIAR has also invested in digital advertising resources to drive traffic to the Natural Refrigeration Directory.

Annual Conference & Exhibition: IIAR’s annual conference is a premier event for ammonia refrigeration professionals, and members receive a discount on attendance. The conference provides a platform for individuals to connect with others in the industry, share knowledge, and explore the latest industry innovations.

Regulatory Advocacy: IIAR represents the interests of its members by engaging with regulatory bodies and policymakers. The organization advocates for sensible regulations that promote safety without imposing unnecessary burdens on the industry.

Membership Pricing

IIAR has created several different membership tiers to meet a wide range of needs. Individual Company membership is a single membership where a member is registered under their company of employment.

If additional employees from the company would like to join, companies can upgrade to a Group Membership, which includes up to 25 members. If companies would like to add more than 25 employees, they can do so at a significantly discounted rate. “If they have dozens of technicians or a lot of people in the plant that can use training, the value proposition is the significant benefits for the lower cost,” Chapman said.

IIAR also offers special membership at a discounted rate to affiliates, such as regulators and first responders, academics, students, and retirees.

“We can work with prospective members to help them find the best membership category for their needs, and we’re also happy to review benefits with existing members to ensure they’re taking advantage of all that IIAR offers,” said Natalie Clay, membership coordinator for IIAR.