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Driving Innovation and Sustainable Growth NRF’s Commitment to SDGs

Antonella Di Paolo — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:49:21 +0000

Founded in 1927, NRF has established itself as a key player in the manufacturing and distribution of cooling solutions for various sectors, including automotive, marine, rail, and industrial. With a rich history of innovation and quality,
NRF has evolved to not only focus on its core business strengths but also on embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its operations. NRF’s approach to sustainability goes beyond compliance.
It embodies a strategic commitment to innovation, quality, and environmental stewardship. NRF’s dedication to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) is evident in its efforts to reduce environmental impact, promote social
responsibility, and maintain high governance standards. NRF believes that emphasis should be placed on ensuring human health, operational safety, environmental protection, quality improvement, and community goodwill. This
commitment is in the best interest of its customers, its employees, and the communities in which NRF operates.

The forthcoming sections will delve into how NRF aligns its business operations with SDGs, emphasizing the different categories: Human Right Principles, Empowering Growth Principles, Environmental Protection Principles,
and their Innovation Initiatives and Partnerships. These will all showcase its comprehensive approach to contributing positively to the planet and its people

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Aluminium vs Copper Brass: Selecting the best fit for your cooling needs

Antonella Di Paolo — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:02:04 +0000

As industries evolve and demand more sophisticated and cost-effective cooling solutions, understanding the nuances of selecting the right material for the final application becomes paramount. The final application of a cooler, whether it be in off-highway vehicles, railway, or stationary powergen applications, dictates its requirements in terms of heat dissipation, weight, cost, and environmental resilience; here are the technical and economical sides of cooling system materials, guiding you through the labyrinth of choices to unveil how specific material properties, from heat conductivity to corrosion resistance, align with the diverse needs of various applications. By conducting a thorough analysis, we aim to illuminate the best approach for choosing and maximizing the performance and cost-effectiveness of a cooling system

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Catalogue: Cooling Systems for Railway Vehicles

Antonella Di Paolo — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:45:01 +0000

The NRF Rail Catalog, your comprehensive guide to our cutting-edge cooling systems for the railway segment. Since our founding in Amsterdam in 1927, NRF has evolved from a radiator repair workshop into a leading producer in the automotive, marine, industrial, and rail markets. Our multinational presence spans across Europe, with specialized production facilities in the Netherlands, Spain, Poland, France, Italy, and Germany, each dedicated to delivering exceptional products and customer service.

Within these pages, you will find detailed insights into our manufacturing capabilities, showcasing our state-of-the-art production processes and rigorous quality control measures. Our factories are equipped to handle the production of aluminum bar and plate cores, copper brass radiators, and other essential cooling components, all adhering to stringent international standards. From initial assembly to final shipping, our meticulous processes ensure that every product meets the highest levels of performance and reliability.

Additionally, the catalog highlights our specialized services in recoring and remanufacturing cooling units, offering quick turnaround times, cost savings, and environmental benefits. Our expert team can refurbish your old radiators to like-new condition, providing robust solutions for oil coolers, charge air coolers, and water coolers. Explore our advanced OE product development capabilities, where we utilize sophisticated design and simulation software to create bespoke cooling units tailored to your specifications. Discover our range of innovative cooling solutions for EMUs, trams, and shunters, all designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern railway systems.

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Catalogue: Copper Brass Cores

Antonella Di Paolo — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:29:49 +0000

Our copper cores are made with great quality.

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Manual: Boxcooler outside mounting instructions

Antonella Di Paolo — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 13:58:55 +0000

Here you can download the comprehensive inside mounting box cooler manual detailing the installation, operation, and maintenance of inside mounting box coolers, crafted by NRF Thermal Engineering. This guide is an indispensable resource for those involved in the marine industry, providing meticulous instructions to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of box coolers. Before delving into the intricate details of installation and operation, it is imperative to familiarize yourself with the contents of this manual, as well as key documents such as the order confirmation, thermal performance sheet, final drawing, and factory test certificate. Paying careful attention to these instructions and documents will contribute to the successful integration and sustained efficiency of box coolers in maritime settings.

inside mounting box cooler

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In 1959 NRF was tasked with finding a simple solution in order to keep the engines of river boats, which were cooled with surface water, free of fouling. That is how NRF came up with the box cooler. Due to the success of this product, more and more vessels changed over to this type of cooling.

The box cooler is an efficient cooling system, designed for efficient installation on small and medium sized vessels. It consists of a U-shaped tube bundle that is fitted in the sea chest of the ship. The compact design ensures an efficient and effective form of hear exchange. Box coolers come in different shapes and adaptations to fit any vessel.

The sea chest is provided with inlet and outlet openings (grids) in the hull. The water enters through these grids and is forced through the tube bundle. The cooling effect is obtained by natural and forced circulation of the seawater in the sea chest. The seawater in contact with the tube bundle is warmed up and rises by its lower density, and cool water lowers thus causing a natural upward circulation.

NRF BOX COOLERS

NRF box coolers can be modified to adapt to different space and cooling requirements. Multiple sizes are available upon request. Box coolers have many cooling capabilities. Different types of vessels could benefit from using a box cooler, for example: dredgers, ferries, still standing generators, tugboats, fishing boats, takers, cargo freighters, etc.

MAINTENANCE

You can count on our extensive network of agents to complete a swift maintenance of your NRF box cooler with original parts and the quality that NRF delivers.

NRF OFFICIAL BOX COOLER SUPPLIERS

We have a wide network of certified suppliers around the globe. This means your box cooler is always close to you. CLICK HERE to find the closest one to you!

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Manual: Boxcooler inside mounting instructions

Antonella Di Paolo — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:15:05 +0000

inside mounting box cooler

If you want to know more about our box coolers click here.

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NRF BOX COOLERS

MAINTENANCE

You can count on our extensive network of agents to complete a swift maintenance of your NRF box cooler with original parts and the quality that NRF delivers.

NRF OFFICIAL BOX COOLER SUPPLIERS

We have a wide network of certified suppliers around the globe. This means your box cooler is always close to you. CLICK HERE to find the closest one to you!

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Catalogue: Box Coolers and Marine

Antonella Di Paolo — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:56:32 +0000

Explore our range of box coolers.

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NRF BOX COOLERS

MAINTENANCE

You can count on our extensive network of agents to complete a swift maintenance of your NRF box cooler with original parts and the quality that NRF delivers.

NRF OFFICIAL BOX COOLER SUPPLIERS

We have a wide network of certified suppliers around the globe. This means your box cooler is always close to you.

Download below our catalogue to know about our box cooler range and the services we can offer to make your ships life easier.

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Box Coolers: An Environmentally Friendly Option

Antonella Di Paolo — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:49:04 +0000

NRF has been manufacturing box coolers for 96 years for this purpose. Understanding the long lifespan of this product under quite diverse environments has pushed NRF to look for the right partnerships to provide great service in conjunction with its extended lifespan.

In this in-depth article, we will delve into the features, advantages, and environmental benefits of NRF box coolers with a life cycle approach.

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Sacrificial Anodes: Safeguarding Marine Assets

Antonella Di Paolo — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:57:06 +0000

In particular, the marine industry is severely prone to corrosion from time to time, as seawater is a strongly corrosive electrolyte. Metallic structures that are submerged in seawater suffer severe corrosion if not properly protected. Ships and boats are on water for extended amount of time carrying passengers, cargo or performing offshore operations. Preventing corrosion is thus important to avoid any potential water leaks that could hamper the safety of personnel and operations.

In this whitepaper, we focus on the basic idea of corrosion, factors affecting it and methods that prevent corrosion in the marine sector. A special focus is drawn on corrosion in sea chest areas that use box coolers as a cooling solution and corrosion prevention method as sacrificial anodes – their design and lifetime.

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Catalogue: Aluminium Cores

Antonella Di Paolo — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:40:21 +0000

Explore our range of aluminum cores.

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Would you like to purchase aluminum cores? Check out our online store to configure your own aluminum cores.

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