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in South Africa as being the shortage of skilled technicians . “ Many technicians in the HVAC field are not adequately trained , and some are less invested in the trades , contributing to inconsistent workmanship . Daikin has recognised the importance of addressing this gap and has invested in training programmes to upskill technicians and ensure proper installation and maintenance of its advanced systems ,” says Van Heerden . “ Despite these hurdles , our innovation in refrigerants like R32 , R290 , and CO2 reflects our strong forward-thinking strategy towards R & D and innovation .”
With electrical cost increasing between 15 % to 20 % plus on a yearly basis , Daikin continues to innovate with features like Variable Refrigerant Temperature ( VRT ) technology , which allows systems to adjust refrigerant temperatures based on ambient conditions , leading to significant energy savings . This technology , combined with Daikin ’ s proprietary inverters and compressors , helps minimise energy consumption while maintaining performance .
“ The residential sector in South Africa , particularly in cities like Cape Town , is seeing growth , especially with the influx of new developments and security estates . While hotel and large commercial developments remain a strong market segment , residential projects are expected to drive substantial growth over the next five to ten years . Daikin ’ s ability to provide tailored solutions for both large and small-scale installations , as well as our support for green building initiatives , positions us to capitalise on the growing demand for sustainable HVAC solutions .”
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RACA Journal I February 2025 www . refrigerationandaircon . co . za