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Ammonia Systems in Theory and Practice

Comprehensive training on the safe operation, construction, and design of ammonia refrigeration systems at COCH Kraków. Practical exercises on an active ammonia unit under the guidance of experienced field engineers.

1 day
Theory and practice
Certificate
Industry credentials
Kraków
COCH headquarters
Unit
Hands-on workshops
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Accredited Research Center
Ponad 50 lat tradycji
Live Ammonia Rig
Praktyka na rzeczywistym obiekcie
1 dzień
intensive training
R717 Natural
Natural refrigerants

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Certified Industrial Training · COCH Kraków

Course: Ammonia Systems in Theory and Practice

1-Day Stational Course · Hands-on Workshops on Active Ammonia Rig · Hot Restaurant Lunch and Premium Coffee Buffet Included

Course price (net)

1100 zł net

  • Full participation in theoretical lectures and intensive practical workshops
  • Hands-on practice on a real, working ammonia refrigeration rig in Kraków
  • Complete set of original, printed study textbooks and technical guidelines
  • Issuance of the official, state-recognized COCH Certificate of Completion
  • Full catering (two-course hot restaurant lunch and unlimited premium coffee bar)
  • Free monitored and secure parking inside the COCH Kraków facility
All course fees are regulated by the official COCH training pricing schedule. Booking is finalized once the deposit payment is cleared.

Advance payment must be received in the COCH bank account at least 3 business days before the course. For companies, we offer bank transfer settlement, while private individuals can pay exclusively in cash at the COCH cash desk on the day of training.

Course pricing

Who is this training for?

The training is designed for engineers, designers, service technicians, installers, and personnel responsible for the oversight and operation of industrial ammonia systems.

Ammonia (R717) is a natural, highly efficient, and environmentally friendly refrigerant that plays a crucial role in modern, large-scale industrial installations. Due to its specific physicochemical properties and strict safety regulations (HSE/BHP), the professional handling of these systems requires specialized theoretical and practical preparation.

Our technical training at COCH Kraków combines solid theoretical foundations with intensive practical exercises directly on a live ammonia chiller. This is a unique opportunity to analyze refrigerant phase states and practice safe start-up, regulation, and maintenance procedures under the supervision of top-tier industry experts.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive an official, widely recognized COCH Certificate of Completion, which significantly boosts their professional credentials and competitive position in the demanding industrial refrigeration job market.

All-inclusive organizational package

An advance payment made at least 3 business days before the scheduled course guarantees your place. All original training materials, complete technical documentation, full catering (hot restaurant lunch), and free monitored parking at the COCH facility are included in the price.

Target Groups

Target groups

Installers and Pipefitters

Professionals mounting industrial refrigeration systems who want to expand their skills with the specifics of ammonia technology and piping installation.

Service and Maintenance Technicians

Specialists responsible for keeping machinery running, routing inspections, leak detection, and troubleshooting in industrial plants.

Cold Store Operators and Engineers

Personnel exercising direct supervision over safe operation, refrigerant charging, purging, and the day-to-day operation of ammonia machine rooms.

Designers and Project Engineers

HVAC&R system designers aiming to optimize component selection, refrigeration automation, and ammonia detection networks.

HSE/BHP Managers

Personnel responsible for occupational safety, compliance, and drafting chemical emergency response plans in facilities utilizing ammonia.

Natural Refrigerant Enthusiasts

Individuals wanting to master natural refrigerants, which represent the future of safe and eco-friendly cooling.

ℹ️ Candidates must be 18+ years of age.

Professionalism and Safety

The Central Institute of Refrigeration COCH in Kraków is a leader in testing, certification, and training with over 50 years of experience.

By choosing COCH, you ensure the highest standard of technical education. Our core strengths include:

  • Leading lecturers with nationwide authority in industrial refrigeration and technical safety,
  • Direct access to accredited COCH research laboratories, which test and evaluate refrigeration systems for markets across Europe.

Accredited Training Body

Our training will help you fully understand and safely master the specifics of working with ammonia, minimizing operational risks at your facility.

Why Train at COCH?

COCH combines top scientific and research expertise with a complete focus on the safety of ammonia plant operation:

Active Ammonia Rig

Hands-on workshops on a real, operating ammonia system, ensuring learning under actual field conditions.

Official COCH Certificate

Receive an official state certificate from the leading research and scientific institute of refrigeration in Poland.

Course Program – Syllabus

An intensive 1-day plan combining targeted theoretical lectures with hands-on technical workshops at the ammonia rig.

Theoretical Section (Syllabus)

  • Ammonia as a Refrigerant

    Analysis of the physical and chemical properties of ammonia (R717) and an in-depth comparison with synthetic HFC/HFO refrigerants.

  • Benefits of Ammonia Systems

    Environmental advantages, zero global warming potential (GWP=0), zero ozone depletion potential (ODP=0), energy efficiency, and performance.

  • System Components & Design

    Construction, design, and working principles of main machine room components (compressors, liquid separators, condensers, evaporators).

  • Component Sizing & Sizing

    Criteria for selecting suitable components, pipelines, shut-off and regulating valves, and principles for maximizing system COP.

  • Operation and Service Procedures

    Correct operation practices, scheduled preventive maintenance, routine technical audits, and troubleshooting strategies.

  • Emergency & Failure Procedures

    Steps to take in case of mechanical failures or leaks, rapid leak detection, and effective repair techniques.

  • HSE (BHP) and Response

    Safety guidelines, personal protective equipment (gas masks, breathing gear, chemical suits), first aid, and emergency action plans.

Practical Section (Workshops)

  • Refrigerant State Identification

    Analysis, interpretation, and assessment of physical states of ammonia at various stages of the thermodynamic cycle on the active rig.

  • Installation and Start-up Workflow

    Step-by-step training from preparation and vacuum/leak checks, through charging, up to a correct system start-up and stabilization.

  • System Measurements & Tuning

    Hands-on measurement techniques using professional instruments: reading pressures, temperatures, superheat, and subcooling.

  • HSE Drills & Safety Exercises

    Practical tips and best practices for safe ammonia operations, handling emergency gear, and simulating response scenarios.

Why Choose COCH?

A unique combination of long-standing tradition, state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, and premium comfort for attendees.

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Active Ammonia Rig

Hands-on sessions are conducted directly on a real, operating ammonia system in the COCH workshop.

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Expert Field Engineers

Classes are taught by distinguished COCH experts who test and certify industrial refrigeration equipment daily.

03

Comprehensive HSE Training

We place major emphasis on emergency procedures, including gas masks, breathing apparatus usage, and evacuation protocols.

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Full Catering Included

We provide every participant with a hot two-course restaurant lunch and an unlimited premium coffee and snack bar.

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Monitored Parking

Our large, secure parking lot inside the COCH Kraków facility is fully free of charge for all trainees.

Payment and Transfer Coordinates

The advance payment must be transferred to the official COCH bank account at least 3 business days before the training date.

COCH Kraków Bank Account Details

Official coordinates for bank transfers:

RecipientCentralny Ośrodek Chłodnictwa COCH w Krakowie Sp. z o.o.
Addressul. Juliusza Lea 116, 30-133 Kraków
NIP675-000-15-38
SWIFTPKOPPLPW
IBANPL83 1240 4722 1111 0000 4860 6921
REGON & KRSREGON: 120714590 | KRS: 0000307701
📝 Please enter in the transfer title: 'Amoniak', training date, full company details, and number of registered trainees.
Note! According to regulations, private individuals (not running a business) must make their payment in cash at the COCH cash desk on the morning of the training.

Important Information for Trainees

Required formalities, prerequisites, and organizational support from COCH Kraków.

We want your registration and participation to be completely smooth, comfortable, and transparent:

Registration & Booking: Please email the registration form to szkolenia@coch.pl or contact us by phone. Due to limited workshop seats, bookings are processed in order of receipt.
Training Department Contact: Mobile: +48 667 600 732, E-mail: szkolenia@coch.pl. We are happy to help with any organizational inquiries.
Certification Department Contact: Phone: +48 797 129 505, E-mail: certyfikacja@coch.pl.
Educational Materials: Every participant receives a complete set of professional, printed course textbooks, system schematics, and HSE manuals.

Ammonia Training Hotline

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Course Completion & Certificate

The stational course concludes with the issuance of an official, industry-recognized certificate.

Acquiring credentials in ammonia systems is a key step in building a leading career in industrial refrigeration:

Official COCH Credentials

A certificate of completion of training in ammonia refrigeration systems is an official legal document poofing that you have completed required theoretical lectures and safe BHP operation drills on working ammonia machinery. It represents a vital career asset for working safely and competently in industrial maszynownias.

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Course Registration

Submit your registration form to szkolenia@coch.pl and submit the advance payment at least 3 business days before the course.

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Lectures and Workshops

Attend the intensive stational training in Kraków. Master operational and safety drills directly on the active ammonia rig.

03

Certificate Issuance

Receive your official COCH Kraków Certificate of Completion, validating your technical competence and safety expertise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Essential questions and answers regarding the organization of the Ammonia systems training course.

Our Ammonia Systems in Theory and Practice training is designed for a broad range of HVAC&R and industrial professionals, including:

• Installers & Pipefitters: Who want to transition into industrial refrigeration and learn piping and assembly specifics of ammonia systems.

• Service & Maintenance Technicians: Responsible for safe operation, troubleshooting, routing inspections, and leak checks in ammonia machine rooms.

• Designers & Engineers: Aiming to optimize industrial designs, control networks, selection criteria, and chemical detection safety systems.

• HSE Managers: Responsible for safety compliance, evacuation plans, and risk mitigation in ammonia-using industrial environments.

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Contact details

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mgr inż. Łukasz Jurasz

Head of Training Department

Training location

Centralny Ośrodek Chłodnictwa „COCH”

ul. Juliusza Lea 116, 30-133 Kraków

pon–pt 8:30–18:00

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