Refrigeration technology encompasses systems and components for cooling, air conditioning and heat pump processes in industry and commerce. Key areas include refrigeration systems for the food and logistics sectors, industrial chillers for process cooling, and cold rooms in the form of modular or built-in solutions.
Air conditioning systems (split, VRF and central systems) are used in residential, commercial and industrial settings. Refrigeration units using various refrigerants (R134a, R410A, NH3, CO2) cover applications ranging from deep-freeze to air conditioning. Heat pumps (air, brine and water heat pumps) offer energy-efficient heating and cooling performance.
Leading manufacturers include Bitzer, Daikin, Carrier, Trane, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Bock, Refrion, Viessmann, Stiebel Eltron and Stulz.
Refrigeration technology is used in food logistics, supermarket branches, pharmaceutical and chemical production, data centres, industrial plants and in the air conditioning of office buildings.