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Anthony Paul, TCL AC Sales Manager, shares, " TCL ' s air conditioning products are crafted to adapt to the industry ' s evolving needs, emphasising energy efficiency, sustainability and smart technology integration."
TCL’ s air conditioning solutions incorporate advanced technologies to align with industry trends, tackling challenges like energy efficiency, sustainability and the integration of smart systems. With advanced inverter
technology, many models can save up to 50 % more energy than non-inverter systems by adjusting compressor speed to maintain a consistent temperature. Several models also hold Energy Star certification, meeting international energy efficiency standards and reducing operational costs and carbon footprints.
Sustainability is a core focus for TCL, as seen in their use of eco-friendly refrigerants like R32 and R410a, which have a lower global warming potential, and recyclable materials in both the design and packaging of their units. Features such as Eco mode further optimise energy consumption while ensuring comfort.
TCL also integrates smart technology, offering smart home compatibility with systems like Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for easy control via voice or smartphone. The AIpowered climate control adjusts settings based on user preferences and external conditions, while IoT connectivity via the TCL Home app provides remote monitoring and scheduling, ensuring convenience and energy savings.
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NEW ZOO FANS
DuctSox will highlight their new ZOO( Zone of Occupancy) fans at FRIGAIR 2025. These compact destratification fans circulate air in spaces with ceilings up to 42m, enhancing airflow and employee comfort with energy efficiency. Each ZOO fan is customised. DuctSox also offers EPDs for all products, detailing their environmental impact. Their latest fabric innovation, Opti-X, is the world’ s first ISO-5 certified air dispersion fabric, offering antimicrobial, antistatic and non-shed properties. ZOO fans utilise BAT for premium efficiency and a quiet, turbulence-minimising impeller design, with control options adjusting speed based on temperature differentials for optimal energy savings. DuctSox systems also reduce carbon consumption compared to traditional metal ducts. The company is committed to integrating digitisation and IoT for enhanced safety, comfort, and operational efficiency.
REFRIMATE INTRODUCES CUTTING EDGE PRODUCTS
Refrimate is gearing up for FRIGAIR 2025 with innovative, sustainable refrigeration technology, including new muto and cyclonic oil separators, R290 condensing units for deli fridges, and multiplex system components. A key focus is extending system lifespan by tackling oil-related compressor failures, with a new separator aiming for 99 % oil return. Sustainability is paramount, driving increased use of natural refrigerants like CO2 and hydrocarbons. Refrimate is also integrating IoT for remote monitoring
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