7. Find out more

In this last dossier, we provide the reader with the means to tackle the problems posed by the new safety standards and regulations on refrigerants and pressure equipment, resulting from European directives and translated into French law. This document is not exhaustive, and refers to complete documents available from the relevant authorities, whose contact details are provided.

Numerous national and trade associations help readers to find answers to common questions. These include the Association française du froid and the Institut international du froid, both based in Paris. With the Institut français du froid industriel et du conditionnement d'air, the refrigeration industry boasts some of the best higher education in the world, and its technical literature is constantly expanding; the main titles are listed here.

Readers will find the...