Industry Directory 2016 | Page 165

AIRAH 165 About AIRAH What we do Officially, AIRAH is a not-for-profit industry organisation; it exists to benefit its members and for the greater good. AIRAH acts as the voice and conscience of the air conditioning and refrigeration industry to government. Conferences AIRAH regularly hosts national conferences, state-based technical seminars, and organises product nights across Australia. Who we are Established in 1920, the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) is an independent, specialist, notfor-profit technical organisation providing leadership in the HVAC&R sector through collaboration, engagement and professional development. AIRAH represents the entire breadth of the HVAC&R industry – from the man in the van to research-focused academics; from plumbers and fridgies to designers of the nation’s most high-performing buildings; from sole operators to the chief executives of large corporations. Training Also part of our remit is professional development, education and training, and accreditation programs. AIRAH encourages world’s best practice within the industry. We develop the competency and skills of industry practitioners at all levels. Publications and communications The Institute produces a variety of publications and communications aimed at championing industry best practice, including Ecolibrium and HVAC&R Nation.