Ammonia & Industrial Refrigeration
At Resof, we specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining high-performance industrial refrigeration systems for the food processing, cold storage, Ice plants, and any large-scale industrial operation that requires High-cooling outputs. One of the primary refrigerants we use is anhydrous ammonia (NH₃) – a proven, efficient, and environmentally responsible solution for large-scale cooling operations.
Why We Use Ammonia in Industrial Cooling
Ammonia has been the standard in industrial refrigeration for over a century because it offers unique advantages that other refrigerants simply cannot match:
1. Superior Thermodynamic Efficiency
Ammonia absorbs heat extremely well, which allows our systems to:
Maintain precise low temperatures
Run with lower energy consumption
Reduce operating costs for high-demand facilities
This efficiency is especially valuable for Poultry plants, Fish processing lines, Large cold storage rooms, where continuous cooling is critical.
2. Environmentally Responsible
Unlike many synthetic refrigerants:
Ammonia has zero ozone-depletion potential (ODP)
Ammonia has zero global-warming potential (GWP)
For facilities aiming to reduce their environmental footprint or comply with international climate regulations, ammonia is one of the most sustainable choices available.
3. Naturally Detectable & Safe Under Proper Management
Ammonia has a strong, recognizable odor, making leaks easy to detect early. When combined with our engineered control systems—pressure relief valves, ventilation design, leak detection monitors, and emergency shutdown protocols—ammonia-based plants are among the safest and most reliable systems in the industry.
How We Utilize Ammonia in Our Cooling Operations
Our ammonia refrigeration systems are engineered to support every stage of industrial cooling:
• Cold Storage Rooms
We design and build custom ammonia systems capable of maintaining temperatures for frozen, chilled, or blast-freezing applications, ensuring product quality and shelf life.
• Food Processing Lines
Whether it’s poultry, seafood, or specialty food products, we integrate ammonia refrigeration into:
Spiral freezers
IQF tunnels
Plate freezers
Chilled processing rooms
This ensures continuous, stable cooling that meets sanitary and production requirements.
• Distribution and Repacking Facilities
Our systems allow for rapid temperature recovery every time doors open, forklifts move, or products shift—keeping the entire cold chain protected from processing to logistics.
• Engine Rooms & Central Plants
We design energy-optimized machine rooms, including:
Compressors (screw & reciprocating)
Evaporative condensers
Evaporators & air units
Purgers
Oil management systems
Every system is built to meet the highest standards of reliability, redundancy, and efficiency.
Industry Certifications & Compliance
Our company operates under full compliance with all major regulatory bodies and industry organizations governing ammonia and industrial refrigeration. We maintain active certifications and training with:
IAAR – International Association of Ammonia Refrigeration
We adhere to IAAR’s guidelines for system safety, design, and operational best practices. Our projects follow their rigorous standards for ammonia handling, inspection, and maintenance.
RETA – Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association
Our team includes RETA-certified technicians and operators trained in:
Ammonia system operation
Emergency response
Plant safety protocols
Continuous improvement & optimization
RETA certification ensures that every technician working on your refrigeration system meets the industry’s highest technical and safety standards.
OSHA & PSM Compliance (Process Safety Management)
We follow OSHA’s PSM requirements for ammonia systems, including:
Mechanical integrity programs
Operating procedures
Compliance audits
Emergency action plans
EPA – Risk Management Program (RMP)
Our ammonia systems are built to meet all EPA RMP obligations involving release prevention, detection, and mitigation.
IIAR Standards (IIAR 2, IIAR 4, IIAR 6, IIAR 7, IIAR 8)
We design, install, and maintain systems that strictly follow the IIAR codebook, ensuring full safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.
Other Refrigerants We Work With
Although ammonia is our specialty, our engineering team is also experienced with a wide variety of refrigerants, depending on the application:
• Freon / HFC Refrigerants
Used in certain commercial applications and specialty rooms requiring smaller systems.
• CO₂ (R744) Refrigeration Systems
We provide state-of-the-art CO₂ solutions, including transcritical and subcritical systems for high-efficiency cooling and freezing.
• Glycol Chillers
Ideal for facilities that need indirect cooling loops for food safety or process control.
• Hydrocarbons (Propane, Isobutane)
Offered for niche industrial and low-charge systems where appropriate.
By mastering multiple refrigerant technologies, we can design the most efficient, compliant, and cost-effective system tailored to your facility’s needs.
Our Commitment to Safety and Performance
Every ammonia refrigeration system we build reflects our core principles:
Safety first
Energy efficiency
Regulatory compliance
Long-term reliability
From initial concept design to installation, commissioning, and long-term service, we provide complete turnkey industrial refrigeration solutions that keep your facility running—efficiently, safely, and at peak performance.