A true legend of the Australian HVACR industry, Alan Obrart, has passed away at the age of 83.
Obrart was the recipient of the James Harrison Medal and a member of the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating (AIRAH) for 43 years.
He held the AIRAH presidency from 1991–92 after joining the organisation in 1981.
Obrart also held distinguished positions with Engineers Australia, the Society of Building Services Engineers, RACCA and AMCA. In 2014, he was inducted into the ARBS Hall of Fame.
He was the owner of a HVAC contracting business from 1976–2000. After selling the business, he continued as a consulting engineer in building services.
He also took on the role of adjunct senior lecturer and co-ordinator for Sydney University’s graduate building services program, where he worked to provide better learning outcomes for engineers and architects.
A memorial service was held for Obrart last week.