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In Memory of Mr. Alberto Wolozny Efszein — A Pioneer of Refrigeration in Honduras
April 28, 2025 | 2 minute read
HARDI extends its deepest condolences to the Wolozny family on the passing of Mr. Alberto Wolozny Efszein, a visionary, entrepreneur, and the undisputed pioneer of refrigeration and air conditioning in Honduras.
Born on January 15, 1938, in a modest home in San Pedro Sula, Mr. Wolozny was the son of Polish immigrant Jacobo Wolozny and Sarah Efszein. From humble beginnings, he charted a path that would leave an indelible mark on the HVACR landscape in Central America.
Recognizing early on the critical role refrigeration and climate control would play in the region’s development, Mr. Wolozny became the first to import air conditioning units into Honduras. His foresight and determination laid the groundwork for what would become a thriving industry. Through the companies he founded — including Friopartes, which marks its 40th anniversary this year — he introduced not only equipment, but also standards of excellence and innovation that have influenced generations.
The HARDI family mourns this profound loss alongside the Wolozny and Friopartes families. Mr. Wolozny's legacy endures not only in the businesses he built, but in the comfort, efficiency, and modernity he brought to countless homes and enterprises across Honduras.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who grieve his passing. May his memory continue to inspire and guide the HVACR community in the region and beyond.
Guitze Messina
Guitze is HARDI's Executive Director for HARDI LATAM. Industrial Engineer and MBA. Gui began his work in organizational change and the world of sales as a manager of a management consulting firm; his job was to help his customers change their organizations. He defines his new challenge at HARDI LATAM as "the first time my main job is to change an entire industry”. To achieve this goal, we need the support of the whole industry and the guidance of the best practices from HARDI in the HVACR industry.
