# Innovative Refrigeration Systems > Innovative Refrigeration Systems is a design-build industrial refrigeration contractor headquartered in Lyndhurst, Virginia. Founded in 1993, the company engineers, manufactures, installs, and services ammonia (R-717) and CO₂ refrigeration systems for cold storage, food processing, and mission-critical applications. R717 in the domain name refers to the ASHRAE refrigerant designation for anhydrous ammonia. - Single-source turnkey delivery: engineering, fabrication, construction, controls, service, and PSM compliance under one roof - Natural refrigerants: ammonia (R-717) and transcritical CO₂ (R-744) systems - Nationwide service coverage with 24/7 emergency response - Licensed to operate in 48 states ## Services - [Refrigeration Systems](https://www.r717.net/services/refrigeration-systems): Turnkey ammonia and CO₂ industrial refrigeration systems engineered for reliability and long-term performance. - [Expansions and Retrofits](https://www.r717.net/services/expansions-and-retrofits): System modernization, capacity upgrades, and refrigerant conversions for existing facilities. - [Service and Maintenance](https://www.r717.net/services/service-and-maintenance): Nationwide 24/7 emergency service, preventive maintenance, and ongoing system support. - [Process Safety Management](https://www.r717.net/services/psm): Full PSM/RMP compliance programs for ammonia refrigeration facilities, including audits, training, and documentation. - [Refrigeration Control Systems](https://www.r717.net/services/refrigeration-system-controls): Industrial refrigeration controls for system monitoring, automation, and energy optimization. ## Capabilities - [Engineering and System Design](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/engineering-system-design): In-house mechanical and controls engineering for new construction and retrofits. - [Manufacturing and Fabrication](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/manufacturing-and-fabrication): Custom pipe fabrication, vessel manufacturing, and skid-mounted packages built at the Lyndhurst facility. - [Installation and Commissioning](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/installation-commissioning): On-site construction, piping installation, startup, and system commissioning. - [Energy Management](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/energy-management): Energy audits, optimization strategies, and efficiency upgrades for refrigeration systems. - [Engineering Consulting](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/engineering-consulting): Independent refrigeration engineering assessments, feasibility studies, and system evaluations. - [Water Treatment](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/water-treatment): Condenser water treatment and evaporative cooling maintenance programs. - [Project Management](https://www.r717.net/capabilities/project-management): Dedicated project management from concept through commissioning. ## Solutions - [Ammonia Refrigeration Systems](https://www.r717.net/solutions/ammonia-refrigeration): R-717 ammonia systems for industrial cooling and freezing applications. - [Transcritical CO₂ Systems](https://www.r717.net/solutions/transcritical-co2): R-744 transcritical CO₂ refrigeration for lower-charge and cascade applications. - [Prepackaged Engine Rooms](https://www.r717.net/solutions/prepackaged-engine-rooms): Factory-built, skid-mounted ammonia engine rooms for accelerated deployment. - [Mini Penthouses](https://www.r717.net/solutions/mini-penthouses): Rooftop-mounted self-contained refrigeration units for cold storage facilities. - [Blast Freezing Systems](https://www.r717.net/solutions/blast-freezing-systems): High-capacity blast freezers and spiral freezers for rapid product freezing. - [Chillers](https://www.r717.net/solutions/chillers): Ammonia and CO₂ chiller packages for process cooling. - [Industrial Ice Manufacturing](https://www.r717.net/solutions/industrial-ice-manufacturing): Tube ice, flake ice, and plate ice production systems. - [Air Doors](https://www.r717.net/solutions/air-doors): High-velocity air curtains for dock doors and cold storage openings. - [Hygienic Air Systems](https://www.r717.net/solutions/hygienic-air-systems): Clean air handling for food processing and sanitary environments. - [Ripening Systems](https://www.r717.net/solutions/ripening-systems): Controlled-atmosphere ripening rooms for produce and fruit. - [Humidity Control](https://www.r717.net/solutions/humidity-control): Precision humidity management for storage and processing environments. ## Markets: General Industrial - [Cold Storage](https://www.r717.net/markets/cold-storage): Refrigeration systems for temperature-controlled warehouses and distribution centers. - [Multi-Tenant Cold Storage](https://www.r717.net/markets/multi-tenant-cold-storage): Shared-use cold storage facilities with independent tenant temperature zones. - [Distribution](https://www.r717.net/markets/distribution): Refrigerated distribution and cross-dock facilities. - [Petrochemical](https://www.r717.net/markets/petrochemical): Process cooling for petrochemical and chemical manufacturing. - [District Heating and Cooling](https://www.r717.net/markets/district-heating-and-cooling): Central plant refrigeration for campus and district-scale thermal systems. ## Markets: Food and Beverage - [Food and Beverage](https://www.r717.net/markets/food-and-beverage): Refrigeration for meat, poultry, dairy, bakery, seafood, fruit, beverage, and pet food processing. - [Pet Food](https://www.r717.net/markets/pet-food): Temperature control for pet food manufacturing and cold storage. ## Markets: Mission Critical - [Mission Critical](https://www.r717.net/markets/mission-critical): Refrigeration for environments where failure impacts safety, production, or continuity. - [Life Sciences](https://www.r717.net/markets/mission-critical/life-sciences): Pharmaceutical, healthcare, and biotech refrigeration with strict temperature compliance. - [Data Centers](https://www.r717.net/markets/mission-critical/data-centers): Precision cooling for data center thermal management. - [Specialty Refrigeration](https://www.r717.net/markets/mission-critical/specialty-refrigeration): Custom systems for automotive, aerospace, and other specialized cooling needs. ## Company - [About](https://www.r717.net/company/about): Company background, history since 1993, and design-build approach. - [Safety](https://www.r717.net/company/safety): Safety programs and commitment to zero-incident operations. - [Partners](https://www.r717.net/company/partners): Equipment manufacturers and technology partners. - [News and Insights](https://www.r717.net/company/news-and-insights): Industry articles, company updates, and technical content. - [Events](https://www.r717.net/company/events): Trade shows, conferences, and industry events. - [Projects](https://www.r717.net/projects): Featured project case studies and completed installations. - [Careers](https://careers.r717.net/openings/jobs): Current job openings across engineering, construction, service, and corporate roles. - [Contact](https://www.r717.net/contact): Sales inquiries and general contact. Phone: (540) 941-1999. Email: sales@r717.net. ## Related Properties - [Ammonia Training Center](https://ammoniatraining.org/): PSM training, HAZWOPER certification, and refrigeration operator training courses. - [ePSM](https://epsm.r717.net/): Cloud-based Process Safety Management software for ammonia refrigeration compliance. - [eService](https://eservice.r717.net/): Service management portal for maintenance tracking and work orders. - [eCompliance](https://ecompliance.r717.net/): Compliance tracking and documentation platform. - [SafetyAmp](https://safetyamp.com): Safety management software platform.