· Arjun Rai Gupta · Events · 2 min read
XR2ACH at the TWK Symposium 2026: Insights and Exchange
The XR2ACH team was on-site at the TWK Symposium 2026 in Karlsruhe to present the VR application and exchange ideas with industry experts on hydrocarbons as refrigerants.
The TWK Symposium on March 19, 2026, in Karlsruhe is a specialist industry event in the field of refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump technology. This year’s event focused on “Hydrocarbons as Refrigerants — Handling, Experience, State of the Art,” with discussions centered on current developments, safety aspects, and practical applications surrounding modern, environmentally friendly refrigerants.
The symposium serves as a platform for exchange between experts from industry, planning, research, and service. Technical presentations and discussions allow participants to share insights on new technologies, regulatory requirements, and practical experience.
XR2ACH On-Site: Presentation and Feedback
As the development team behind the InnoVET PLUS project XR2ACH, we were on-site at the symposium to present our application, gather feedback, and give people an impression of what is already possible.
The event’s target audience consisted mainly of specialist personnel and industry experts, who tend to be older and more established in their careers than our actual, younger target group. This nonetheless resulted in a particularly valuable exchange with experienced practitioners.
Industry Change: CO2 and the Need for New Training
Alongside hydrocarbons, CO2 refrigerants are also becoming increasingly important for the industry. This shift toward environmentally friendly alternatives requires massive upskilling. VR training apps play a decisive role in preparing large cohorts of technicians quickly and safely for these new requirements.
Targeted modules such as leak detection and commissioning make it possible to train critical procedures in a resource-efficient and realistic way. Immersive training is especially valuable here, since complex and potentially hazardous situations — such as handling flammable substances or extremely high operating pressures — can be practiced completely risk-free in a safe, virtual environment before moving on to the real system.
