Daikin CO2 VRF will launch in April
28th November 2024
BELGIUM: Daikin has revealed that its new CO2 VRF air conditioning product will launch in Europe in April alongside its current VRV5 range on R32.
In a statement, today, Daikin Europe insisted that its R32 VRV5 remained the best solution for most commercial and industrial applications, and would remain so for the foreseeable future. “With both refrigerant options, R32 and CO2, Daikin will, however, be able to provide solutions for all commercial applications,” the company said.
It has released no further technical information on the new CO2 range, but the statement suggests that it will be targeted at supermarkets and retail establishments. These are applications where it already has experience with CO2 in its Conveni-pack refrigeration system and Zeas condensing units.
As revealed by the Cooling Post earlier this month, the Japanese air conditioning manufacturer has been exploring the possibilities of CO2 in VRF systems since at least 2008, toying with both two-stage and four-stage compressors and expanders.
“At this stage in its development, R744 is not going to be suitable for every application and we will continue to offer our full range of R32 solutions,” said Steve Molloy, Daikin UK’s sustainability and commercial solutions manager.
“Launching R744 products at an early stage will give the sectors’ early adopters access to a cutting edge product. At the same time it will build our expertise and help us develop a wider range of market leading CO2 products in the future.
“Decarbonising the building sector requires flexible refrigerant options due to varying application challenges. There is no one-size-fits-all solution,” Molloy stressed.
“Adding CO2 to Daikin’s broad portfolio of VRV solutions diversifies the choices on the market and lays the foundation for further developments. It is tailored for targeted decarbonisation initiatives such as supermarkets and retail establishments, focusing on heating and cooling systems that necessitate the use of natural refrigerants.”
Daikin said it will shortly start to educate and train its network to support the adoption of this new technology for specific relevant projects.
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