
Cool News
Meet Dean Hyer
Get to know Dean Hyer, the driving force behind SIR’s Utah service team. With deep mechanical expertise and a passion for solving complex problems, Dean keeps systems running strong—and brings that same energy to every challenge in the field.
Still Cool Under Pressure
SIR Engineering Manager Mike Sansom joins industry leaders to unpack the trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of ammonia refrigeration.
Meet Tiffany York
Meet Tiffany York, SIR’s Administrative Assistant and Safety Coordinator. From accounts payable to jobsite training support, she plays a key role in keeping our operations organized and our crews safety-ready.
June 2025
This month we’re highlighting National Safety Month, introducing you to Safety Coordinator Tiffany York, and sharing updates on upcoming events like Simplot Safety Day. Plus, don’t miss our maintenance tip for keeping your system summer-ready and a look at where SIR is showing up around the region.
SIR Sponsors the Boise Hawks
SIR is proud to sponsor the Boise Hawks this season! From a playful video on the big board to SIR Cool in the Kids Zone and a full-page program ad, we're making it cool to care about refrigeration.
Meet Brandon Jennings
Meet Brandon Jennings, our Parts Manager and behind-the-scenes problem solver. From hard-to-find components to smooth inventory flow, Brandon keeps our clients’ systems running strong—and still makes time for hunting, fishing, and family.
PE Perspectives:
The cold storage industry is growing fast—but is building new always the smartest move? In this PE Perspectives post, Professional Engineer Mike Sansom shares why upgrading existing systems can often deliver greater value, improved efficiency, and less disruption for facility owners.
SIR Engineer Mike Sansom Receives Idaho PE License
Superior Industrial Refrigeration engineer Mike Sansom has earned his Professional Engineer (PE) license in Idaho.
April 2025
This month’s Cool Connections features Mike Sansom’s PE announcement, Brandon Jennings in our Meet the Team spotlight, a look at retrofitting cold storage systems, and what to expect at Superior Safety Days in Idaho.
March 2025
In March, SIR hosted its Superior Safety Days in Utah for the first time, shared expert tips on Level A inspections, and celebrated team members for completing advanced ammonia refrigeration training.
HAZWOPER Ogden
SIR’s Superior Safety Days in Ogden highlights HAZWOPER training and workplace safety, uniting local businesses and experts in a hands-on safety initiative.
February 2025
February’s issue spotlighted SIR’s President and Sales Director Eric York, announced our upcoming Superior Safety Days in Utah, and challenged readers with another round of Cool Trivia.
January 2025
Happy New Year! Make 2025 your best year yet by preventing refrigeration downtime.
Meet Zeke Grove
Read how Zeke Grove is stepping up his welding skills in the January issue of Cool Connections.