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ATMOsphere Europe 2013
date15 - 16 October 2013 location Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel, Brussels view on mapDownload brochureAbout this event
Natural Refrigerants - Solutions for Europe: The 5th edition of ATMOsphere Europe 2013 brings together more than 200 HVAC&R industry experts to discuss the latest natural refrigerant market trends, technology innovations and regulatory issues. New additions to this year’s programme include side events and technomercials, which participants can attend during the Business networking lunches. One of the main features of the conference is an exclusive and in depth look at the new F-Gas regulations with input from representatives of the European Institutions and national governments. In addition to panel discussions and debates on policy developments and market trends, ATMOsphere Europe 2013 also includes several case study sessions focusing on the latest natural refrigerant technologies and projects in the areas of industrial, commercial and transport refrigeration, air-conditioning, heat pumps and more.
ATMOsphere formula: The two day conference is comprised of presentations, panel discussions and technology case studies, with around 40 speakers and moderators from companies, government, associations, etc. such as Sainsbury’s, Co-op UK, Marks & Spencer, Ahold, Modelo Continente Hipermercados Portugal, The Consumer Goods Forum, The Coca Cola Company, Red Bull, Heineken, Carrier, Mayekawa, Sanden, Danfoss, Carel, Advansor, Emerson Climate Technologies, The European Parliament, The European Commission, and many more.
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26 November 2013 | APPROACHING WAVE? European Marketers Discuss Alternative Refrigerants at ATMOsphere EuropeEvent organizers say that in the past five years, the natural refrigerant market continues to go 'from strength to strength.' Presentations during the 11 sessions showed an ever-strengthening increase in the European market for natural refrigerants, particularly for CO2 refrigeration, which has become a cornerstone of the businesses of many European system suppliers and manufacturers.
14 November 2013 | Latest natural refrigerant market trends presented at Atmosphere EuropeLatest natural refrigerant market trends presented at Atmosphere Europe.
Refrigeration-sector news
Refrigeration-sector news
12 November 2013 | Industrial Refrigeration- quo vadis? (where are you going?)At the recent ATMOsphere 2013, Eric Delforge – Mayekawa Europe – outlined the possible future development of industrial refrigeration.
12 November 2013 | Room for innovative solutionsAround 400 European companies deal with natural cooling: not a small number for a relatively small sector. Four hundred companies that guide innovation on a global level and that have brought technology not only to be technically feasible, but in many cases to maturity of the market.
12 November 2013 | Revision 842/2006: Carriers point of viewAt the recent conference ATMOsphere 2013 Carrier presented its position in relation to the review on fluorinated gases currently in progress.
11 November 2013 | Supply in demandThe annual Atmosphere Europe conference brought natural refrigerant suppliers together with end-users and policy makers to discuss industry progress. Andrew Gaved was there to hear the debate.
4 November 2013 | Prepare for compromises to bring F-Gas proposals to the market The parties negotiating the final passage of the F-Gas regulations are preparing for compromises on key points in order to move the proposals into EU law.
30 October 2013 | Pushing the 'CO2 equator' further south - Part 2With a clear shift towards CO2 refrigeration by European retailers, a hot topic of discussion for several retailers at the 2013 ATMOsphere conference was the need for cost effective natural solutions for hot climates and pushing the “CO2 equator” further south, bringing viable CO2 solutions to all.
30 October 2013 | ATMOsphere confirms preference for CO2 refrigeration by many retailers and end-usersIn an ATMOsphere Europe first, German and Portuguese retailers featured in a Food Retailer Panel. Presentations by Edeka, Sonae, Delhaize, Ahold, Marks & Spencer and Sainsbury’s made clear that European retailers have decided to go HFC-free, and that CO2 is the preferred option for many. This is also true for The Coca-Cola Company. What is needed now is to achieve cost parity with traditional refrigeration systems, to further develop the supply chain, and to improve training.
29 October 2013 | Hydrocarbons in small, medium and large Heat Pump applicationsIn a Case Study Session dedicated to Heat Pumps at the 5th annual ATMOsphere Europe conference held in Brussels Oct. 15-16, industry leaders such as ait-deutschland, KNVvK & NVKL, and Fraunhofer presented their technology, experiences and research using hydrocarbons in heat pumps. During the Market Trends Session, Mayekawa announced its latest industrial HP prototype delivering hot water up to 120°C.
29 October 2013 | Regulation on fluorinated gases: France's positionAt the recent conference ATMOsphere Samuel Just, responsible at the Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development and Energy for the implementation of the regulation on fluorinated gases and national regulations on the use of halogenate refrigerants, briefly described the French position with respect to certain aspects of the proposal from the Commission to modify the regulation on fluorinated gases.
28 October 2013 | Natural solutions in the transport sector for an all-natural cold chainATMOsphere Europe 2013 provided a platform for key market players to showcase their latest technologies for CO2 and ammonia in transport refrigeration. Presentations by Carriers, DSI and Thermo King, introduced some of these latest natural refrigerant solutions, which could help to make the cold chain and logistics sector “all-natural”, when it comes to the refrigerants used.
28 October 2013 | Dynamic and fast growing market for natural refrigerants in commercial refrigeration During ATMOsphere Europe 2013 presentations by representatives of shecco, several leading system manufacturers and suppliers, as well as European end users, showed an ever-strengthening increase in the market for natural refrigerants in commercial refrigeration sector. This is particularly true for CO2 refrigeration, whose use has more than doubled in two years, and which has become a cornerstone of many European system suppliers and manufacturers.
25 October 2013 | Growing natural refrigerant industry eager for stricter F-Gas rulesThe future EU F-Gas Regulation currently considered by EU institutions has been a key discussion topic at the ATMOsphere Europe 2013 that gathered over 200 decision makers from all major stakeholder groups. Industry representatives but also end users communicated their preference for clear sector-specific F-Gas bans that would give the growing European natural refrigerant industry certainty and the impetus to become technology leaders internationally.
25 October 2013 | Technology innovations: integrated systems, parallel compression, ejectorsSome of the major technical advances presented at ATMOsphere Europe 2013 were integrated systems, which can provide refrigeration, air conditioning and heat reclaim, parallel compression and the use of ejectors. Advansor, Carel, Green & Cool and Frigo-Consulting provided insight into these technologies, their application and efficiency results.
25 October 2013 | Pushing the 'CO2 equator' further south - Part 1Many of the technical case study presentations throughout the ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference demonstrated fruitful R&D efforts to improve the efficiency of CO2-only refrigeration systems at higher ambient temperatures. Presentations by major CO2 suppliers, including Carrier Commercial Refrigeration, Advansor and SCM Frigo, all indicated promising results with the use of parallel compression, ejectors and mechanical subcoolers, technology innovations used by the industry to push the “CO2 equator” further south towards the Mediterranean.
25 October 2013 | ATMOsphere in snippetsStatements from the recent conference ATMOsphere Europe 2013 on natural refrigerants:
24 October 2013 | SANDENs CO2 HP global reach and boostHeats thermal compression technologyIn presentations by Olivier Campy of SANDEN Europe and by Luc Jacquet of boostHEAT, new developments in the heat pump market were explored at the ATMOSphere Europe 2013 conference held in Brussels Oct. 15 & 16. Now available in Europe, Campy presented SANDEN’s new combi-type CO2 heat pump and gives a market overview of the company’s global reach in HP technology. Jacquet presented an innovative new thermal heat compression heat generator using CO2 and the company’s unique business model to push it forward.
24 October 2013 | ATMOsphere Europe 2013: Buoyant market for hydrocarbons in light commercial refrigerationPresentations by leading end users, such as Heineken and Red Bull at ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference on natural refrigerants, are evidence of a growing trend towards hydrocarbon refrigeration in stand-alone units. With over 480,000 of its propane cabinets installed in European supermarkets, manufacturer AHT Cooling Systems has been receiving positive feedback from end users and is optimistic about the future.
23 October 2013 | ATMOsphere Europe 2013: presentations, video & researchAccording to the organisers of the ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference 'Natural Refrigerants - Solutions for Europe' (Brussels 15-16 October), first feedback from participants has been very positive, and they hope that progress will continue with the same enthusiasm experienced at the conference.
23 October 2013 | Ammonia will defend its market-leading position in Europe Historically the most used natural refrigerant, ammonia will defend its market leading position in the next 7 years. This strong message was conveyed through several ammonia technology case studies presented at the ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference on 15-16 October in Brussels, which brought together over 200 HVAC&R industry experts to discuss the latest natural refrigerant market trends, technology innovations and regulatory issues.
23 October 2013 | CO2 is reaching a whole new segment: small-format storesA dedicated Commercial Refrigeration Panel session during ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference revealed strong commitment to using natural refrigerants, and discussed the advantages of CO2 systems, like increased energy efficiency and reduced operating costs. The use of natural refrigeration systems for smaller stores was presented as the latest challenge, yet one with a growing number of emerging solutions.
22 October 2013 | European Parliament hopeful of F-Gas decision by year-endThe European Parliament is hopeful that it can reach a decision with the Council of Europe in time to see new F-Gas regulations unveiled in 2013. That was the view from the rapporteur for the regulations Bas Eickhout at the Atmosphere natural refrigeration conference this week.
22 October 2013 | Proposed EU Regulation on F-Gases Presentation from ATMOsphere EuropeThe presentation was delivered by Bente Tranholm Schwarz, deputy Head of Unit in DG Climate Action in the European Commission responsible for, inter alia, protecting the ozone layer and the climate system against adverse effects of ozone depleting substances and fluorinated gases.
22 October 2013 | Pictures are online, media coverageWe have uploaded the pictures of ATMOsphere Europe 2013 to our event website www.ATMO.org.
22 October 2013 | R600a gets the green light2.5 years after initial SNAP approval of R290 in stand-alone commercial refrigeration, the US EPA has granted Red Bull permission to use R600a for its coolers, allowing a reduction in the energy consumption of its cooler fleet by up to 20%. Despite the breakthrough, this late permission translates to a lost potential of deploying tens of thousands of HC units in the US. The policy relevance for Europe was discussed during ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference.
22 October 2013 | F-Gas discussions take centre stage at ATMOsphere Europe 2013ATMOsphere Europe 2013 held on 15-16 October provided a platform for key policy-makers, industry representatives and other players to exchange views on the measures considered under the EU F-Gas Regulation Review. European companies signaled that they are ready for change, and voiced their support for sector-specific HFC bans.
18 October 2013 | presentations, video & surveyFirst feedback we received from participants has been very positive and we hope that progress will continue with the same enthusiasm we experienced at the conference. Below, you will find the link to all presentations given at the event, as well as a video of ATMOsphere Europe 2013 and the satisfaction survey.
17 October 2013 | Banning HFCs an easy win for the climateLONDON: Banning the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) – super greenhouse gases used in refrigeration – in supermarkets would be one of the cheapest and most effective ways of reducing greenhouse gases in Europe.
Speaking at the shecco ATMOsphere conference in Brussels, the London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) called on European Union member states to push for strong and ambitious measures in the current review of its F-Gas Regulation governing HFCs
Speaking at the shecco ATMOsphere conference in Brussels, the London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) called on European Union member states to push for strong and ambitious measures in the current review of its F-Gas Regulation governing HFCs
4 October 2013 | The Return of ATMOsphere EuropeNatural Refrigerants - Solutions for Europe: the prestigious European conference ATMOsphere, the meeting place for experts in the feild to discuss the trends in refrigeration, the latest technologies and legislative issues in Europe including proposed laws with the support of the members of the European Paliment and national experts who will be present at the conference. Other than the Political dimention, they will be discussing the latest tendencies of the market and technology innovation. New to the programme will be product presentations ("technomercials"), a session for the food chain and a session that unites various prominent players from different parts of the supply chain, in order to understand the full picture.
27 September 2013 | SCM FRIGO announces ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Bronze SponsorshipWe are pleased to welcome SCM FRIGO as the newest Bronze Sponsor of the fifth edition of ATMOsphere Europe 2013. The event will take place on 15 & 16 October in Brussels, Belgium.
26 September 2013 | Case study: efficient ice slurry generation with R718ILK Dresden will present an innovative technology case study about energy efficient vacuum freezing ice slurry generation using an R718 compressor at the upcoming ATMOsphere Europe conference in Brussels, Belgium.
20 September 2013 | Ice slurry generation & heat pump case studies chosen for ATMOsphere Europe 2013The ATMOsphere Review Panel has selected additional case studies to be presented at ATMOsphere Europe 2013. Vacuum freezing ice slurry generation and decentral & central natural refrigerants heat pumps are the topics of discussion. The case studies will be presented during the Heat Pump Session and the Air-conditioning Session of ATMOsphere Europe 2013.
19 September 2013 | Announcing Star Refrigeration, newest ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Bronze SponsorStar Refrigeration, a total solutions provider for cooling and heating systems headquartered in Glasgow, has decided to support the upcoming ATMOsphere Europe 2013 as a Bronze Sponsor. This 5th annual gathering of HVAC&R industry experts will take place on 15 & 16 October in Brussels, Belgium.
17 September 2013 | Emerson joins as newest ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Silver SponsorEmerson Climate Technologies, one of the leading providers of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions for residential, industrial and commercial applications has announced it’s Silver Sponsorship of the 5th edition of ATMOsphere Europe 2013. The conference will take place from 15 – 16 October in Brussels, Belgium.
17 September 2013 | Industrial & transport refrigeration and heat pump case studies selected for ATMOsphere Europe 2013The ATMOsphere Review Panel has made its second round selection of case studies to be presented at ATMOsphere Europe 2013. Topics include industrial refrigeration, transport refrigeration and heat pump studies by Carrier Transicold, Mayekawa, DSI, Schiessl, Star Refrigeration and. boostHEAT. Thursday, we will be announcing the final case study selections including more heat pump case studies, air-conditioning and data center cooling applications.
11 September 2013 | Commercial refrigeration case studies selected for ATMOsphere Europe 2013We are excited to announce that the first round of case study selections for ATMOsphere Europe 2013 is complete. Advansor, Carel, Danfoss, Frigo Consulting AG, the Danish Technological Institute (DTI) and Emerson Climate Technologies will be presenting their latest technology innovations in the Commercial Refrigeration Case Studies Session.
10 September 2013 | Welcoming Space Engineering Services and Johnson Controls as Silver Sponsors We are pleased to announce the newest Silver Sponsors to support the fifth consecutive ATMOsphere Europe 2013: Space Engineering Services and Johnson Controls. The conference, which brings together key HVAC&R industry specialists to discuss the latest developments on natural refrigerants, will take place on 15 & 16 October in Brussels, Belgium.
22 August 2013 | Case Study deadline extended, programme updates, new sponsorsThe deadline has been extended to submit a case study abstract for ATMOsphere Europe 2013. Plus, new speakers have been confirmed and a warm welcome to our new Sponsors Sanden, HB Products and Parker Sporlan.
21 August 2013 | Parker and HB Products newest Bronze SponsorsWe are very pleased to announce two new Bronze Sponsor for ATMOsphere Europe 2013: Parker-Sporlan and HB Products.
ATMOsphere Europe conference will take place from 15-16 October at the Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel in Brussels, Belgium. Sign up now!
ATMOsphere Europe conference will take place from 15-16 October at the Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel in Brussels, Belgium. Sign up now!
20 August 2013 | SANDEN confirms Gold Sponsorship of ATMOsphere Europe 2013We are very happy to welcome our new Gold Sponsor SANDEN for the 5th edition of ATMOsphere Europe.
26 July 2013 | Thermo King announces Silver Sponsorship of ATMOsphere Europe 2013A global leader in transport temperature control, Thermo King provides ecologically responsible, high performance systems for a variety of mobile applications. The company has decided to support the 5th edition of ATMOsphere Europe 2013 as a Silver Sponsor.
2 July 2013 | Advansor announces ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Silver SponsorshipAdvansor is a leader in the development, production and sale of sustainable refrigeration and heat pump systems employing natural refrigerants. The Denmark based company has decided to support the fifth edition of ATMOsphere Europe 2013 as a Silver Sponsor. The event will take place from 15 – 16 October at the Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel in Brussels, Belgium.
25 June 2013 | Now Open: Call for Technology Case StudiesWe are pleased to announce that the Call for Technology Case Studies for ATMOsphere Europe 2013 is officially open!
25 June 2013 | Newest ATMOsphere Europe 2013 bronze sponsors: Alfa Laval, DSI, Frigo-Consulting, and Green & CoolWe are pleased to announce that several new Bronze Sponsors have decided to support the ATMOsphere Europe 2013: Alfa Laval, DSI, Frigo-Consulting Ltd., and Green & Cool. The conference will take place from 15-16 October at the Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel in Brussels, Belgium.
28 May 2013 | CAREL signs up as ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Silver SponsorThe Italian expert for refrigeration, air-conditioning and humidity control, CAREL, has announced that it will support the fifth annual ATMOsphere Europe 2013 conference as a Silver Sponsor. The event will take place from on 15 & 16 October at the Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel in Brussels, Belgium.
21 May 2013 | 5th annual ATMOsphere Europe 2013: Registration now open!We are very excited to announce that ATMOsphere Europe 2013, Natural Refrigerants – Solutions for Europe, is back for a 5th edition. The conference will be held from 15-16 October in Brussels, Belgium and registration is now open to all HVAC&R industry actors interested in natural refrigerant market opportunities. This year’s event provides an exclusive, in-depth focus on Europe’s new F-Gas regulation.
21 May 2013 | Danfoss supports ATMOsphere Europe 2013 as a Silver SponsorDanfoss, a leading Danish manufacturer of high-efficiency electronic and mechanical components and controls for air conditioning, heating, refrigeration and motion control systems, has announced its Silver Sponsorship of ATMOsphere Europe 2013.
16 May 2013 | OBRIST Engineering, ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Bronze SponsorFor the fifth year in a row, the Austrian engineering company OBRIST will be a Bronze Sponsor of ATMOsphere Europe 2013. OBRIST specialises in the development of CO2 systems and components for cooling and heating, with a stronghold in the automotive market.
14 May 2013 | Dorin, first ATMOsphere Europe 2013 Bronze SponsorLeading Italian compressor manufacturer Dorin will be supporting the upcoming ATMOsphere Europe 2013, Natural Refrigerants – Solutions for Europe, as a bronze sponsor for the 5th consecutive year. The event will take place from 14-17 October 2013 in Brussels, Belgium.
14 May 2013 | Mayekawa supports ATMOsphere Europe 2013 as a Gold SponsorMayekawa Manufacturing company, a worldwide leading supplier of industrial heating, cooling and freezing systems using the “natural five” refrigerants (CO2, NH3, hydrocarbons, water and air), has announced its Gold Sponsorship of ATMOsphere Europe 2013.
13 May 2013 | Carrier, Platinum Sponsor of ATMOsphere Europe 2013Carrier Commercial Refrigeration, Europe's leading manufacturer of refrigeration solutions for large supermarkets and small convenience stores, has announced its Platinum sponsorship of the upcoming ATMOsphere Europe conference which will be held in Brussels from October 15 -16, 2013. Carrier is an active supporter of natural refrigerant technologies supplying CO2 and R290 (propane) systems for commercial refrigeration. ATMOsphere Europe is pleased to have Carrier’s support for the 5th consecutive year.