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Top 10 Air Conditioning Compressor Brand & Manufacturers

This section provides a list of the top 10 Air Conditioning Compressor manufacturers, Website links, company profile, locations is provided for each company. Also provides a detailed product description of the Air Conditioning Compressor, including product introduction, history, purpose, principle, characteristics, types, usage and purchase precautions, etc.

Manufacturers （Ranking in no particular order）

: Mitsubishi Electric (China) Co., Ltd.

Address: Room 1507, Building A, Yingke Center, No. 2, Gongti North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing

Company website: https://www.mitsubishielectric.com.cn/

Company Overview

Founded in 1921, Mitsubishi Electric Corp. is a world-leading technology company that provides a variety of services from semiconductors to large systems, including air conditioning and heating systems, power equipment, social public facilities, and corporate visualization energy-saving systems for buildings, factories, and homes, providing intelligent manufacturing, smart travel, smart cities, and quality life solutions. Mitsubishi Electric (China) Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as: MEC), as the Chinese head office of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, was established in October 1997. In addition to the planning and establishment of China's strategy, it is also responsible for corporate risk management, accounting and finance, human resources, public relations, legal affairs, information security, intellectual property, environmental protection, IT, production technology, research and development, and other corporate service support and comprehensive cooperation promotion for group companies in China.

: Panasonic Electric (China) Co., Ltd.

Address: 3rd, 5th and 6th Floor, Building C, Sino-Ocean Guanghua International, No. 5 Jinghua South Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing

Company website: https://pwapcgz.panasonic.cn/

Company Overview

Panasonic Wanbao (Guangzhou) Compressor Co., Ltd. (PWAPCGZ) was established on June 8, 1993 and officially put into production on January 1, 1995. The investment ratio is: Panasonic Electric 69%, Wanbao Home Appliances Holding 31%. It covers an area of about 126,000 square meters and has about 2,300 employees. The company mainly develops and manufactures rotary compressors. The products are used in room air conditioners, dryers, dehumidifiers and heat pump water heaters, clean heating, new energy vehicles, mobile base stations and other fields, with an annual production capacity of 11 million units. The company mainly develops and manufactures rotary compressors. As the main production base of Panasonic Compressor Group, the company adopts Panasonic's equipment, technology and management, and conducts strict quality management according to the same quality specifications. The quality of the compressor products produced has reached the current international level and has been highly praised and trusted by domestic and foreign users.

: Johnson Controls Hitachi Wanbao Compressor (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 1086, Chengao Avenue East Road, Conghua District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province

Company website: https://www.hcpg-hitachi.com/

Company Overview

Johnson Controls Hitachi Wanbao Compressor (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. (formerly Guangzhou Hitachi Compressor Co., Ltd.) is a large compressor production base established in Conghua, Guangzhou, funded by Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Services (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd., Guangzhou Wanbao Group Co., Ltd., and Taiwan Hitachi Johnson Controls Co., Ltd. It was founded in September 2003. It is mainly engaged in the production of scroll compressors for refrigeration and air conditioning, and its business scope mainly includes the manufacture, sales and after-sales service of scroll compressors. There are more than 900 employees on the job, with an annual production capacity of 900,000 units. The company's products are widely used, covering multiple application fields: commercial air conditioners, modular machines and heat pumps, heat pump dryers, data centers and energy storage systems, transport air conditioners and refrigeration. Refrigerants cover R410A, R407C, R404A, R32, R134a, R1234yf, R454B, R513A, R448A, etc. The company's main customer base is domestic air-conditioning companies such as Gree, Hisense, Midea, and Haier, as well as Hitachi Group, JCH's air-conditioning companies around the world, as well as domestic and overseas customers in India, Egypt, Argentina, etc. The company insightfully gathers technology, provides targeted solutions, and assists customers to succeed anytime and anywhere. With the creed of "values first", we abide by the company's solutions, social participation, business operation methods and commitment to protecting people and the environment, shoulder the responsibility of building a safe, comfortable and sustainable world, and work with everyone to create a better tomorrow.

: Shanghai Highly (Group) Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 888 Ningqiao Road, Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone

Company website: http://www.highly.cc/

Company Overview

The history of Highly can be traced back to the Shanghai Wooden Box Factory in 1954. After several changes in business fields, it entered the refrigeration industry and was successfully listed. Highly Co., Ltd. issued A and B shares on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 1992 and 1993 respectively. It is a world-leading R&D and manufacturing company of core components and heating and cooling related products for white household appliances and new energy vehicles, with two major industrial sectors: "heat and cooling related solutions and core components, and automotive components". The company has 14,000 employees, more than 20 R&D and technical service centers, and nearly 40 manufacturing bases in 12 countries and regions including China, Japan, the United States, Thailand, Malaysia, India, South Korea, Germany, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Indonesia, serving 200 million users in 165 countries and regions. Adhering to the business philosophy of "core manufacturing, value creation", Highly Group is dedicated to investing the funds raised in the refrigeration compressor manufacturing industry, and has always maintained its leading position in the domestic refrigeration compressor industry.

: Daikin (China) Investment Co., Ltd.

Address: 11th Floor, East 1 Office Building, Oriental Plaza, No. 1 East Chang'an Avenue, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Company website: http://www.daikin-china.com.cn/

Company Overview

Since its establishment in 1924, Daikin Group has been committed to exploring the secrets of healthy and comfortable air. Daikin Group's business covers 170 countries around the world. The group adheres to localized operations based on local conditions and strives to contribute to local society through sustainable development. As a world-renowned enterprise integrating R&D, production, sales and after-sales service of air conditioners, refrigerants and compressors. Daikin is developing its business with Japan, Europe, China, Southeast Asia, North America and other countries as the axis, and actively exploring emerging markets. According to the characteristics of countries and regions around the world, it carries out localized operations based on local conditions and strives to become a global enterprise that can develop sustainably with local society. Since the start of its business in China in 1995, Daikin has established a complete industrial chain in China and has become an air conditioning company integrating R&D, production, sales and after-sales service. It is Daikin's constant pursuit to continuously create new value for users with advanced technology. At the eight major R&D bases around the world, Daikin has gathered experts and scholars from all over the world, and with keen insight and strong R&D strength, it continues to explore a more comfortable and lasting living environment. Daikin has 25 R&D centers in 12 countries around the world, including China, Japan, the United States, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Turkey, Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, Malaysia, Australia, and India. In 2010, Daikin Air Conditioning established the China Technology Development Institute. Relying on the core technology of the group, the introduction of analytical software and equipment has made further progress in air conditioning R&D. With the technology that closely follows the world, it has quickly developed air conditioning products that fully meet the needs of local users for the Chinese market.

: Midea Group Co., Ltd.

Address: Floor 26-28, Block B, Midea Headquarters Building, No. 6 Midea Avenue, Beijiao Town, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province

Company website: http://www.gmcc-welling.com/

Company Overview

GMCC&Welling is a manufacturer of core components in the home appliance industry, specializing in the research and development, production and sales of compressors and motors. Its products are widely used in various types of air conditioners, washing machines, refrigerators, freezers, heat pump heating, water heaters, dehumidifiers, dryers, refrigerated vehicles, water dispenser equipment and other fields. The company owns two major home appliance brands: GMCC (GMCC Compressor) and Welling (Welling Motor). It has established six major R&D and testing centers in Shunde, Hefei, Shanghai, Austria, India and Japan, and has eleven factories in Shunde, Hefei, Wuhu, Huai'an, Changzhou, India, etc., with an annual production capacity of 90 million air-conditioning compressors, 38 million refrigerator compressors, and 220 million motors. Founded in 1995, GMCC has established a complete independent R&D system and product manufacturing system, with fixed-speed and variable-frequency products that meet the basic needs of refrigeration appliances in many countries and regions, and has passed various certifications such as CCC, TUV, UL, CSA, and VDE. In recent years, GMCC has continuously increased its production capacity and upgraded its product technology, making important contributions to the healthy development and technological upgrading of the air-conditioning and refrigerator industries. Founded in 1992, Welling specializes in the research and development of motors and their drive systems. Its products are widely used in household appliances, cleaning equipment, pump products and industrial automation. The company has a "testing and verification center" certified by the National Laboratory Accreditation Committee (CNAL), a "small motor engineering technology research and development center" assessed by Guangdong Province, and a postdoctoral research workstation. Committed to becoming a global advanced enterprise of core components driven by innovation, GMCC & Welling will unswervingly pursue the connotation of intensive development, sustainable development and green development based on knowledge innovation and accumulation, and strive to improve the comprehensive competitiveness of products based on performance, quality and cost competitiveness. We will concentrate on strengthening and expanding the compressor and motor business, continue to provide customers with environmentally friendly and efficient products and services, and work together with friends in the home appliance industry to achieve a leap from excellence to excellence!

: Copeland Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 69, Suhong West Road, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu Province

Company website: https://www.copeland.cn/zh-cn

Company Overview

The Copeland brand traces its roots to inventor Edmund Copeland, who founded a company in Detroit, Michigan, in 1921 and changed the refrigeration industry with his unique invention. During the Great Depression, Copeland struggled and was forced to sell assets, moving operations to Sidney, Ohio in 1937. In Sidney, four young engineers from the company saw potential business opportunities and joined forces to buy the company and its compressor patents. Emerson acquired Copeland in 1986 and continues to drive the company forward with the enterprising and innovative spirit embodied by the brand's early founders and advocates. Following the acquisition, Emerson made a significant investment in a new scroll compressor product being developed by Copeland and launched the first scroll compressor sold under the Copeland brand in 1987. The product was a huge success and revolutionized the global air conditioning and refrigeration industry with its efficient and reliable performance. Emerson subsequently launched a series of Copeland scroll compressor products, which were applied in applications ranging from home and light commercial air conditioning systems to refrigeration systems in the food and healthcare industries, as well as shipping containers. In May 2023, Blackstone Group (NYSE: BX) and Emerson (NYSE: EMR) announced that they had completed a majority stake transaction in Emerson Climate Technologies' $14 billion business transaction. The new independent company will be named "Copeland", inheriting the brand's century-old history, world-renowned brand reputation and influence in the field of HVAC refrigeration. As an independent company focused on serving the global HVAC refrigeration market, Copeland has a world-leading product portfolio, providing residential, commercial and industrial customers with compressors, controllers, thermostats, valves, software and monitoring solutions.

: Fujitsu General (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 1720 Huicheng South Road, Jiading District, Shanghai

Company website: http://www.fujitsu-general.com/cn/

Company Overview

Fujitsu is a well-known Japanese electronics company. It was founded in 1935 and is mainly engaged in the research and development, manufacturing and sales of computers, communications, electronics, software and other fields. In the Chinese market, Fujitsu is also one of the brands that attracts much attention from consumers. Fujitsu General Air Conditioner is an air conditioning brand of Fujitsu. It entered the Chinese market in 2003 and quickly won the trust and love of consumers. Fujitsu General Air Conditioner has become one of the most popular air conditioning brands in the Chinese market with its high quality, intelligence, environmental protection and energy saving. Fujitsu General is a multinational company in the fields of technology and electronics, with its headquarters in Japan. The company has a production plant in China to develop, manufacture and sell air conditioning products. Fujitsu General (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned enterprise fully invested by Fujitsu General Co., Ltd. of Japan, with a total investment of US$150 million. It specializes in the production of various air conditioning products under the "Fujitsu" and "General" brands, with an annual output of 1.5 million sets of air conditioners. Main products: small household wall-mounted air conditioners; household cabinet air conditioners; floor-standing air conditioners; deodorizers.

: Danfoss (Tianjin) Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 5, Fuyuan Road, Wuqing District, Tianjin

Company website: https://www.danfoss.com/zh-cn/

Company Overview

Danfoss’s philosophy of thinking about the future dates back to September 1, 1933, when Mads Clausen founded Danfoss on his parents’ farm in Nordborg, Denmark. Since then, Danfoss has grown from a small business to a leading global supplier of innovative and energy-efficient solutions. The passion for innovative customer solutions has been in Danfoss’ blood since Mads Clausen founded it. Innovations at Danfoss can be seen from thermostatic expansion valves used in refrigeration systems to one of the thermostatic control valves for radiators that regulate heat, to frequency converters that are mass-produced worldwide, and telematic services used in precision agriculture today. In the 1930s, thermostatic expansion valves - water valves, thermostats, pressure switches, filter-driers, etc. were introduced. In the 1940s, the prototype design of the world’s first temperature-controlled radiator valve was completed, and oil burner controllers and nozzles were introduced. In the 1950s, thermostatic radiator valves began to be mass-produced. Danfoss implemented a punch-in system to achieve early digital achievements. The fuel preheater was launched in 1974, and the VLT® inverter controlled Audi's transmission line; the SONOFLO® ultrasonic flowmeter was developed. In the 1980s, the ECT weather compensation control panel and the ADAP-KOOL control system were launched. In the 1990s, the Nessie® hydraulic transmission technology was hailed as the "innovation of the century"; the EVITA® oxygen meter was launched on the market. In the 2000s, Danfoss Fluid Controls A/S merged with Sauer to form Sauer-Danfoss; Danfoss acquired several heating technology companies, including DEVI, Thermia and LPM. In 2012, Danfoss integrated variable speed technology into commercial air conditioning and launched Danfoss Link™ intelligent heating. In 2014 alone, 213 new patents were obtained. In 2019, Danfoss established an IoT partnership with Microsoft to bring expertise in refrigeration and HVAC to the "cloud". From January 2021, the Cooling and Heating divisions have joined forces to form Danfoss Climate Solutions. In August 2021, Danfoss completed the acquisition of Eaton's hydraulic business, which expanded the Danfoss Group's business by 30% and generated revenues of more than 7 billion euros. With the acquisition, Denver Power Systems has become a global leader in mobile and industrial hydraulics. With his relentless pursuit of success, Danfoss' founder Mads Clausen started with valves and created a global company that is still a benchmark for innovation today. Danfoss' core philosophy is to maintain the "essence" of Danfoss and always adhere to the Core&Clear strategy.

: Ruizhi (Qingdao) Precision Electromechanical Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 500, Fenjin Road, Huangdao District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province

Company website: https://www.rechi.com/

Company Overview

Ruizhi Precision Co., Ltd. was founded in December 1989. At the time of its founding, it took "technological independence, creating a first-class brand, and building a technological life" as the original intention and ideal of the company's entrepreneurship. All employees adhere to the business philosophy of "moving towards market competition with excellent quality; leading the industry with excellent technology; winning customer satisfaction with perfect service", actively developing the company's core technology, and taking "becoming a well-known supplier of the world's top compressor-related industry chain" as the corporate management policy. After 20 years of operation, Ruizhi Precision has gained market competitiveness with considerable economic scale. In order to improve profitability, the company set its vision in 2009 as "creating unlimited possibilities for the energy-saving industry and becoming a top provider of forward-looking energy-saving products"; under the global trend of energy conservation and carbon reduction, it is necessary to develop the energy-saving industry with core advantages; in terms of corporate management, in addition to creating corporate value and profits, it is still necessary to take into account the environment and resources of the earth, so the company's mission is set as "pursuing corporate value maximization and fulfilling corporate responsibility to protect the earth". "Responsibility, integrity, and innovation" are also the values of all Ruizhi personnel. Its biggest purpose is to guide everyone to create history for Ruizhi together; with customer satisfaction as the center, under the guidance of vision and mission, all people can seriously understand the true meaning of the values of "responsibility, integrity, and innovation" and give full play to them in their work positions. In order to achieve the above vision and mission, the annual strategic goal direction is set, the first is to improve the return on shareholders' equity, and the second is to actively build new businesses other than compressors and promote the energy-saving contribution of products. The above goals will be implemented in the execution of 4 sub-goals: 1. Strengthen the research and development of product design and production technology. 2. Rapidly develop the frequency conversion business. 3. Actively create new energy-saving market opportunities or products. 4. Strengthen production efficiency and ensure manufacturing cost advantages. Facing the rapid transformation and growth of the company in the future, Ruizhi colleagues will also adjust their steps quickly and take attitude, morality and thinking actions as the origin of thought. Only by letting attitude change habits, habits change personality, and personality change life, and looking at everything optimistically and positively, can employees grow and thrive with the company under the new values of "responsibility, integrity, and innovation." As long as the practitioners are responsible, motivated and ambitious, they can create and write history for Ruizhi, and we hope that Ruizhi's history can continue to be rewritten by others.

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What is an Air Conditioning Compressor

An air conditioning compressor is a vital component of an air conditioning system. It is responsible for compressing the refrigerant gas, raising its pressure and temperature, which enables the refrigerant to release heat effectively in the condenser coils and cool the interior of the space. The compressor acts as the "heart" of the air conditioning system, driving the refrigeration cycle.

History of Air Conditioning Compressors

The development of air conditioning compressors dates back to the early 20th century with the invention of the first mechanical refrigeration systems. Over the years, advancements in technology have led to more efficient, quieter, and reliable compressors. The introduction of different types of compressors, such as reciprocating, rotary, and scroll compressors, has improved the performance and efficiency of air conditioning systems.

Purpose of Air Conditioning Compressors

The primary purpose of an air conditioning compressor is to compress the refrigerant gas, which increases its pressure and temperature. This process enables the refrigerant to release heat effectively in the condenser coils and then absorb heat from the interior of the space in the evaporator coils, maintaining a cool and comfortable environment.

Principle of Air Conditioning Compressors

Air conditioning compressors work based on the principle of the refrigeration cycle, which involves the following steps:

Compression: The compressor draws in low-pressure refrigerant vapor from the evaporator and compresses it into a high-pressure, high-temperature gas.
Condensation: The high-pressure gas flows into the condenser coils, where it releases heat to the surrounding environment and condenses into a high-pressure liquid.
Expansion: The high-pressure liquid passes through an expansion valve, where it expands into a low-pressure, low-temperature liquid.
Evaporation: The cold liquid refrigerant flows through the evaporator coils inside the air conditioning system, absorbing heat from the interior and cooling the evaporator fins and the air in the space.

Features of Air Conditioning Compressors

Air conditioning compressors come with several features that enhance their performance and efficiency:

High Efficiency: Modern compressors are designed to be more energy-efficient, reducing power consumption.
Quiet Operation: Advanced designs and materials make compressors quieter during operation.
Reliability: High-quality materials and manufacturing processes ensure long-lasting performance.
Adaptability: Compressors can adapt to different operating conditions, maintaining consistent cooling performance.

Types of Air Conditioning Compressors

There are several types of air conditioning compressors, each with its own advantages:

Reciprocating Compressors: Use a piston to compress the refrigerant in a back-and-forth motion.
Rotary Compressors: Use a rotor that spins inside a chamber to compress the refrigerant continuously, making them more energy-efficient and quieter.
Scroll Compressors: Use two spiral-shaped scrolls to compress the refrigerant, providing smooth and efficient operation.
Screw Compressors: Use two meshed screws to compress the refrigerant, suitable for large commercial and industrial applications.

Precautions for using Air Conditioning Compressors

When using air conditioning compressors, it is important to follow these precautions:

Proper Installation: Ensure the compressor is installed correctly to avoid leaks and ensure efficient operation.
Regular Maintenance: Clean and maintain the condenser coils regularly to maintain optimal performance.
Temperature Settings: Set the air conditioning temperature to the recommended levels to avoid overworking the compressor.
Professional Repair: If the compressor fails, contact a professional for repair or replacement.

Things to consider when purchasing Air Conditioning Compressors

When purchasing an air conditioning compressor, consider the following factors:

Capacity: Choose a compressor with the appropriate cooling capacity for your space.
Efficiency: Look for compressors with high energy efficiency ratings to save on electricity costs.
Noise Level: Consider the noise level of the compressor, especially if the air conditioning unit is in a living area.
Compatibility: Ensure the compressor is compatible with the existing air conditioning system.[!--empirenews.page--]

Terms of Air Conditioning Compressors

Here are some common terms related to air conditioning compressors:

Refrigerant: The substance used in the refrigeration cycle to absorb and release heat.
Condenser Coils: The coils where the high-pressure gas releases heat and condenses into a liquid.
Evaporator Coils: The coils where the low-pressure liquid refrigerant absorbs heat and evaporates.
Expansion Valve: A valve that controls the flow of refrigerant and allows it to expand, reducing its pressure and temperature.