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Education & Networking Opportunities

Annual Conference & Expo
This annual association event features timely educational programs and exhibits focused specifically on products and professional services of interest to professionals involved with cold storage construction. The conference also offers ample opportunity for contractors and suppliers to network via a host of organized social activities, including a golf tournament.

Assembly of Committees
IACSC members may participate, at no charge, in the IACSC Construction Codes Committee and other meetings at the annual Assembly of Committees along with members of the International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses (IARW), the World Food Logistics Organization (WFLO) and International Refrigerated Transportation Association (IRTA). In total, ten committees meet to discuss current issues in construction, transportation, warehouse operations, administration, research and more.

Discounted IARW Membership
Through a special agreement with the International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses (IARW), IACSC members are invited to join that organization at a discounted rate. IARW membership offers IACSC members a direct link to their customers.

Marketing

Global Cold Chain Directory
As an IACSC member, your company will have a listing in the annual directory of IACSC, IARW, WFLO and IRTA. This joint publication is the sourcebook for thousands of customers searching for cold chain solutions. IACSC members can also be found online from the IACSC website www.iacsc.org.

Advertising and Sponsorships
IACSC members have the opportunity to advertise in the Global Cold Chain Directory and receive daily exposure for an entire year to a readership tailored to their companies’ services. Additional advertising opportunities are available throughout the year in the biannual IACSC newsletter, Cold Talk, and the bi-monthly e-newsletter, Cool Designs. Sponsorship opportunities are available at many association events.

IACSC Logo
All members may use the association’s logo on their website(s), stationery, advertising or other printed material as a visible “seal of quality.”

International Outreach

Cold Chain Development
Through a growing number of government-funded projects, and in partnership with WFLO, IACSC actively contributes to increasing awareness of cold chain issues. With assessments, training, design and feasibility studies, the organizations work to ensure the growth of a strong industry. A strong industry means higher quality and volume of product, and a greater number of business opportunities.

Consultancy Opportunities
With a growing number of development projects to implement, WFLO regularly seeks IACSC members to fill short-term technical assistance positions. Participating members gain invaluable insight into the state of the cold chain in developing countries, as well as the opportunity to make industry contacts in nations with growing economies.

Member Communications

Print Newsletter
Biannually, members receive the newsletter Cold Talk. This publication includes features on pertinent industry issues, member news and coverage of association events.

E-Newsletter

Bi-monthly, members receive the e-newsletter Cool Designs, which features the latest industry, association and member news.

Technical Resources

IACSC Construction Codes Committee
IACSC members have access to the knowledgeable professionals serving on the IACSC Construction Codes Committee. Committee members are called upon to advise IACSC members on technical matters.

Design, Construction, Specification, and Fire Management of Insulated Envelopes for Temperature Controlled Environments*
This publication, endorsed by the British government and the Fire Services, has become the “bible” for the temperature-controlled storage and food-processing industries.

Guidelines for the Specification, Design and Construction of Cold Store Floors*
This publication includes information on materials and construction (fill material, sub-base material, slabs, vapor barriers, etc.), tolerances, site investigation, and more.

*These items are available to IACSC members at a discounted rate.

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