Refrigeration museum honored by mechanical engineers
BRIGHTON, MI — Recognizing its contributions in preserving the historical progression of 20th century refrigeration, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International has designated the Refrigeration Research Museum, a mechanical engineering heritage collection.
Founded in 1944, Refrigeration Research Inc. (RRI) is home to one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of restored refrigerators, freezers, and ice boxes, dating back to the 1900s. The exhibit features many examples of technological advances in mechanical refrigeration for both residential and commercial applications.