Qingdao Hisense HVAC equipment Co

What Qingdao Hisense HVAC equipment Co does

Qingdao Hisense HVAC Equipment Co., Ltd. is a Chinese designer and manufacturer of commercial and residential HVAC equipment, established in 2003 as part of Hisense Group. The company produces a full portfolio spanning Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems (Hi-FLEXi, Hi-Smart, Hi-Nova, Hi-Comfort series with R32 refrigerant and operating range from -30°C to 55°C), air-to-water (ATW) heat pumps (Hi-Therma and Hi-Therma II series using R32 and R290 eco-friendly refrigerants), commercial chillers (air-cooled scroll, water-cooled screw, and magnetic-levitation centrifugal Hi-Magi and Hi-Levi series), room and light-commercial air conditioners (U8 Air Master, U6 Uni Series), and the ConnectLife IoT platform and ECO-B Smart Building System for energy management. Technology differentiators include VRF T3 high-temperature operation, magnetic-levitation oil-free centrifugal compression, R290 refrigerant leadership, and AHRI/Eurovent-certified energy efficiency up to A+++.

Name

Qingdao Hisense HVAC equipment Co

Legal name

Qingdao Hisense HVAC equipment Co., Ltd.

Website

https://hisensehvac.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Qingdao Hisense HVAC Equipment Co., Ltd. is a Chinese manufacturer of VRF systems, chillers, ATW heat pumps, and RAC/LCAC products serving commercial and residential customers across 160+ countries through 66 overseas branches, 26 regional offices, and channel partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial HVAC Systems

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Household Appliances (3630), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Heating Equip, Except Elec & Warm Air; & Plumbing Fixtures (3430)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG), Compressors, Refrigeration Components & Condensing Units (IMADANAG), Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components (IMADANAF)

Keywords

• Variable refrigerant flow systems
• Commercial HVAC equipment
• Air-to-water heat pumps
• Centrifugal chillers
• Smart building HVAC

Headquarters

HQ city

Qingdao Shi

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial HVAC Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial central air conditioning products including VRF systems, chillers (air-cooled, water-cooled, centrifugal), and their indoor/outdoor units to contractors, developers, and building projects worldwide.
2. Residential/Light Commercial HVAC Sales: Sale of RAC (Room Air Conditioners), LCAC (Light Commercial Air Conditioners), wall-mounted units, and split systems for residential and light commercial applications.
3. Technical Support and Training Services: Pre-sales technical support, product training, after-sales service including commissioning, maintenance support, and spare parts management through global service network.
4. ATW Heat Pump Systems: Air-to-water heat pump systems for heating, cooling, and domestic hot water in residential and commercial buildings, using eco-friendly refrigerants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Qingdao Hisense HVAC equipment Co designs, manufactures, and sells commercial and residential central air conditioning equipment. Its portfolio covers Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) outdoor and indoor units, air-cooled and water-cooled chillers (scroll, screw, and centrifugal), Air-to-Water (ATW) heat pumps, Room Air Conditioners (RAC), and Light Commercial Air Conditioners (LCAC). Products are sold globally through regional offices, distributors, and showroom networks to contractors, developers, and building projects.

Product overview

Qingdao Hisense HVAC equipment Co is a comprehensive HVAC equipment manufacturer established in 2003, offering a portfolio of commercial and residential air conditioning solutions. The product portfolio includes five main categories: (1) VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) systems comprising outdoor units (Hi-FLEXi S5, Hi-Smart H5, Hi-Comfort Series) and diverse indoor units (cassettes, ducted, wall-mounted, console, floor standing), plus control systems (Wired/Wireless Controller, Smart Touch II, Hi-Dom III); (2) Chillers including scroll chillers (Hi-Mod A/V Series), screw chillers (Hi-SC V/F/S Series), and centrifugal chillers with magnetic levitation (Hi-Levi S, Hi-Magi AP/AH Series), plus accessories (FCU, AHU); (3) RAC/LCAC (Room/Long Pipe Air Conditioners) including the U8 Air Master and U6 Uni Series; (4) ATW (Air-to-Water Heat Pumps) in the Hi-Therma series using R32 and R290 refrigerants (Split, Monobloc, Integra, and Hi-Therma II variants); and (5) Smart building solutions through the ConnectLife Platform and ECO-B Smart Building System for integrated energy management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hi-FLEXi Series: VRF outdoor unit series including Hi-FLEXi S5, Hi-FLEXi S, and Heat Recovery variants for commercial applications
• Hi-Smart H Series
• Hi-Smart H5 Series
• Hi-Comfort Series
• Hi-Mod Series
• Hi-SC Series
• Hi-Levi S Series
• Hi-Magi Series
• Hi-Therma Series
• Hi-Therma II Series
• Hi-Nova Series
• U8 Air Master
• U6 Uni Series
• FCU (Fan Coil Unit)
• AHU (Air Handling Unit)
• Hi-Mit II
• Hi-Dom III
• ConnectLife
• ECO-B Smart Building System

Products and services

• VRF Systems (Variable Refrigerant Flow) Complete VRF air conditioning systems including Hi-FLEXi S5, Hi-Smart H5, Hi-Comfort, and Hi-Nova outdoor units with Eurovent certification and -30°C to 55°C operating range, plus compatible indoor units (cassettes, ducted, wall-mounted, console, floor standing, fresh air) and control systems for commercial applications.
• Chillers Commercial chillers including air-cooled scroll chillers (Hi-Mod A/V/VE1 Series), air-cooled and water-cooled screw chillers (Hi-SC V/F/S and Hi-AS AE2 Series), and centrifugal chillers with magnetic levitation (Hi-Levi S, Hi-Magi AP and AH Series) for medium- and large-scale commercial cooling applications.
• ATW Heat Pumps (Air-to-Water) Air-to-water heat pump systems in Split, Monobloc, and Integra configurations using R32 refrigerant, plus Hi-Therma II Mono/Hydro Solutions using eco-friendly R290 refrigerant with A+++ energy efficiency and stable heating at -25°C, for residential and commercial heating, cooling, and domestic hot water.
• RAC (Room Air Conditioners) Residential room air conditioners including the premium U8 Air Master series combining advanced technology and elegant design for high energy efficiency, and the mid-to-high-end U6 Uni Series designed for easy installation and healthier indoor air with advanced air purification.
• LCAC (Light Commercial Air Conditioners) Light commercial air conditioner split systems positioned for small commercial spaces, complementing RAC and ATW heat pump portfolios for residential and small business buyers via the same channel network.
• ConnectLife Smart Platform Proprietary IoT smart home management platform enabling full product interconnection across the Hisense HVAC portfolio, with intelligent energy management, Wi-Fi voice control, and centralized building control for smart home and commercial building solutions.
• ECO-B Smart Building System Green smart building management system integrating the full range of Hisense HVAC products for energy optimization, sustainability, and intelligent control across residential communities and commercial buildings.
• VRF Control Systems VRF control devices including Wired Controller, Wireless Controller, Smart Touch II touchscreen controller, Hi-Mit II monitoring system, and Hi-Dom III smart home automation control for VRF integration.
• HVAC Accessories - FCU and AHU Fan Coil Units (FCU) for air distribution in commercial buildings, and Air Handling Units (AHU) for central HVAC systems with ventilation and air distribution capabilities.
• Technical Support and Training Services Pre-sales technical support, product training seminars, commissioning, after-sales service, spare parts management, and warranty support for installed Hisense HVAC equipment, delivered through the global regional office and Global Customer Service System (GCSS) network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy efficiency up to A+++ rating for heat pump products
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• R290 Refrigerant IndustrysupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2024Hisense leads in launching R290 refrigerant mobile and split air conditioner products in EU markets, promoting eco-friendly refrigerants as next-generation solutions in Europe.
• Al HafidhcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 9 March 2024Hisense HVAC partnered with Al Hafidh, Iraq's top distributor, to serve customers in the middle and south regions of Iraq. The partnership includes distribution of VRF indoor and outdoor units, intelligent control systems, and air purification solutions. Al Hafidh provides B2B sales and brand management while Hisense provides products and technical support.
• AHRI (Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2023AHRI Vice President Xue Qiaosheng attended the Global Partner Conference to authorize Hisense VRF products with quality certificates, recognizing international first-class energy-efficiency technology.
• Bsria (Building Services Research and Information Association)supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2023Bsria's Asia-Pacific General Manager Martin Li provided comprehensive interpretation of the global HVAC industry at the Hisense Global Partner Conference.
• Vietnam Refrigeration AssociationsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2017Partnership with Vietnam Refrigeration Association for industry collaboration and market development, with the Vietnam office officially inaugurated under the witness of the association's vice chairman.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Carrier Global: Commercial refrigeration and HVAC conglomerate (Carrier, Toshiba-Carrier JV) overlapping with Hisense chillers, VRF, and large-building systems; broader portfolio but partially direct.
• Trane Technologies: Global commercial HVAC incumbent (Trane brand chillers, applied systems) selling larger-capacity equipment and services; overlapping in commercial/industrial chiller and AHU categories.

Direct peers

• Midea Group: Chinese appliance/HVAC giant (incl. Kuka) with VRF, RAC, and commercial AC; competes with Hisense in both domestic and overseas project tenders and OEM/ODM channels.
• Gree Electric Appliances: Largest Chinese residential and commercial AC manufacturer with broad VRF and chiller portfolio; most direct domestic competitor with comparable export footprint and pricing.
• Mitsubishi Electric: Japanese VRF/chiller leader with City Multi platform and extensive commercial service network; overlaps Hisense in mid-to-large commercial projects globally.
• Hitachi Johnson Controls Air Conditioning: Japanese-owned (with Hisense Hitachi JV history) VRF and chiller manufacturer; competes directly in Asia-Pacific and offers Japanese-grade technology positioning.
• Daikin Industries: Global #1 HVAC manufacturer dominating VRF, chillers, and refrigerants; competes head-to-head with Hisense across the same commercial and light-commercial product categories and channels.
• Samsung (Climate Solutions): Korean HVAC competitor offering DVM S VRF, chillers, and smart controls targeting the same enterprise and residential installer channels as Hisense.
• LG Electronics (Air Solution): Korean VRF and Multi V platform competing in the same commercial and high-end residential projects, including extreme-temperature capability claims and eco-refrigerant portfolios.
• Haier Smart Home: Chinese appliance group with growing residential/commercial AC and smart-home offering; competes with Hisense in domestic distributors and increasingly in overseas residential markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/HisenseVRFGlobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hisense-vrf
• Xx.com/hisensetur

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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