Professional body for refrigeration and air conditioning industry in South Africa. Provides training, certification, and professional registration.
SANAS (South African National Accreditation System)
National accreditation body providing accreditation for laboratories, inspection bodies, and certification bodies against international standards (ISO/IEC 17025, 17020, 17065).
SANS (South African National Standards)
South African standards developed and published by SABS (South African Bureau of Standards). Many based on or harmonized with international standards (ISO, IEC).
SAPC (South African Pharmacy Council)
Definition: South African Pharmacy Council. The statutory body responsible for regulating the pharmacy profession, including registration of pharmacists and licensing of pharmacy premises. Why It Matters: Pharmacies are often the final link in the pharmaceutical cold chain before patient use. SAPC requirements ensure product integrity is maintained through to dispensing. Cold Chain Relevance:– Pharmacy cold chain requirements (Good Pharmacy Practice)–…
Screw Compressor
Twin rotating screws compress refrigerant continuously, used in large industrial systems.
Advantages:: High capacity, efficient for large loads, continuous operation
Scroll Compressor
Two spiral-shaped scrolls compress refrigerant, increasingly common in TRUs.
Advantages:: Quieter operation, smoother (less vibration), fewer parts, good efficiency
Sensible Heat
Heat energy that causes a temperature change in a substance without changing its phase (solid, liquid, or gas).
Shelf Life
Period during which product maintains acceptable quality and safety when stored under specified conditions. Expressed as “use by” or “best before” date.
SKU (Stock Keeping Unit)
Unique identifier for each distinct product and variation (size, flavor, packaging) in inventory system. Used for tracking inventory and sales.