It’s membership renewal season at IIAR, and while it’s tempting to put aside the messages we’ve been sending you until there’s time to think about it, the next five minutes is all you need. Still with me? There are only two things to know this year.

First, the IIAR products available at no additional charge with your membership are increasing again. As an IIAR member you’ll get access to the entire refrigeration training series plus two Academy of Natural Refrigeration courses when you become a member. And second, if you’re considering group membership, the cost advantages
and benefits are better than ever. After you register 25 members for your group, the per member cost is only $100 per person added to the group. In addition, your group will get access to a powerful recruitment tool, our new internship and entry level job boards.

Meanwhile, individual membership is always one of the best ways to get involved, and more training resources than ever are available to help you accomplish your professional goals. As an IIAR member, we all depend on you to take that essential first step to participate in the activism and advocacy of our industry by keeping your membership current.

Whether that means getting involved in the work of one of our committees or laying the groundwork for future success, here are some of the key benefits:

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 of the IIAR Training Videos. Additionally, members get two free Academy of Natural Refrigerants courses per year. Additional training is available with a member discount.

Technical Papers, Bulletins, and Standards: IIAR members receive free online access to bulletins and industry standards via IIAR’s e-library. Members can view documents in eBook format using their Bookshelf account through VitalSource/eVantage, making them portable.

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.

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.

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

MEMBERSHIP PRICING
IIAR has created several different membership tiers to meet a wide range of needs. Individual Company membership is a single membership class 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, only $100.

If a company has dozens of technicians or a lot of people in the plant that can use training, the value proposition is that you get significant benefits for a much lower cost. IIAR also offers special membership at a discounted rate to affiliates, such as regulators and first responders, academics, students, and retirees.

As always, I encourage everyone to participate in IIAR on our various volunteer committees, and to take advantage of the many member benefits. When you belong to the IIAR Community, your voice adds impact to our Industry. I’m looking forward to working with you again this year, and I invite you to renew your membership today.