Cold-tech Expo 2027

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Cold chain

The uninterrupted temperature-controlled sequence of storage, handling and transport that keeps perishable or temperature-sensitive goods within a specified range from production to the end user. At COLD-TECH Poland the term covers cold rooms, refrigerated transport and monitoring equipment shown on the floor.

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Transcritical CO2 (R744)

A refrigeration system that uses carbon dioxide above its critical point, common in supermarkets and industrial plants in Europe. It has a low global warming potential but runs at high pressure, so buyers compare rack design, gas coolers and leak detection when evaluating suppliers.

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F-Gas Regulation

The EU regulation that phases down hydrofluorocarbon refrigerants by placing quotas on placing them on the market and banning certain uses. It drives equipment choice at this fair, particularly for commercial refrigeration and stationary air-conditioning.

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GWP (global warming potential)

A number expressing how much a refrigerant or gas contributes to warming relative to CO2 over a set period. Polish buyers increasingly ask for GWP figures alongside cooling capacity when comparing condensing units and racks.

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A3 refrigerant

The flammability classification for refrigerants such as propane (R290) and isobutane (R600a). Using them requires specific charge limits, ventilation and electrical safety measures, which is why A3-safe components and training feature in supplier discussions.

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Condensing unit

A packaged assembly of compressor, condenser and controls used in commercial refrigeration, typically paired with a remote display case or cold room evaporator. It is one of the core product families visitors compare at refrigeration trade fairs.

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Blast freezer

Equipment that rapidly drops product temperature to well below freezing to protect texture and microbiological quality. Suppliers exhibit blast chillers and freezers for bakeries, catering kitchens and food processing lines.

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Walk-in cold room

A modular refrigerated room assembled from insulated panels with its own refrigeration unit, used in food service, retail backrooms and distribution. Panel thickness, door hardware, flooring and defrost control are typical comparison points.

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HACCP temperature documentation

The record-keeping required under food safety rules to prove that chilled and frozen products stayed within set temperature limits. Data loggers, cloud monitoring and alarm systems for cold rooms and vehicles are sold on this promise.

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Glycol chiller

A chiller that cools a water-glycol mixture for distribution to process cooling, air handling or display cases. Common in food processing, breweries and industrial applications, and frequently exhibited alongside industrial refrigeration plant.

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Transport refrigeration unit

A refrigeration system mounted on a truck, trailer or van to hold cargo temperature in transit. Trailers, reefers and multi-temperature bodies shown in the sector connect directly to the cold-chain theme of the fair.

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Energy labelling of refrigerated cabinets

The EU label classes for commercial refrigerated display cabinets, based on energy efficiency. It shapes purchasing decisions for retailers and appears in supplier claims on the show floor.

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Ptak Warsaw Expo

The exhibition centre in Nadarzyn, approximately 15-20 km south-west of central Warsaw, that hosts COLD-TECH Poland. It has multiple halls and large on-site parking, and is reached by road or by bus and rail via Warsaw and Pruszków.