What Temperzone does

Temperzone is a privately held manufacturer, distributor, and exporter of commercial and residential HVAC equipment, headquartered in Australia (Blacktown, NSW) and New Zealand (Auckland), with 501-1000 employees and more than 65 years of operating history. The company designs and produces air conditioning and ventilation systems at production facilities in Sydney and Auckland — deliberately retaining and expanding local manufacturing while many competitors have offshored production. It distributes through its own regional offices across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, supplemented by an authorized dealer, distributor, and contractor partner network spanning Oceania and Southeast Asia.

The product portfolio operates under two brands: its own Temperzone label and the distributed Hitachi line. Core offerings include air-cooled package units (Econex OPA), ducted split systems, water-cooled package units (HWP, CWP, CWP90), chilled water fan coils, modular air handling units with UV germicidal options, heat pump water heaters (MAGNUS), and the Hitachi range of wall splits, cassettes, multi-split, VRF, and chillers. Differentiating technologies include the proprietary ThermoShell heat exchanger (reducing required chilled-water flow rates by approximately half and downsizing pumps and risers), variable-capacity inverter compressors delivering 20-100% capacity modulation, EC brushless fan motors, R32 refrigerant (delivering 71-80% GWP reduction versus R410A), and BMS connectivity through Modbus and BACnet TCP/IP. The innoTouch controller and WiFi Service Utility provide installer-grade diagnostics, with IoT integrations (Sodexo, AirSkill, MyDevices) extending to remote-monitoring deployments at distributed mining and industrial sites.

Temperzone earns revenue predominantly through one-time equipment sales across its commercial and residential product lines, supplemented by long-tail spare-parts supply (parts available for equipment up to 30 years old), warranty and technical support contracts, and paid hands-on technical training delivered in Auckland, Sydney, and Melbourne. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, handled through direct enterprise field sales for major projects plus a dealer and contractor channel for mid-market customers. The customer base is diversified across commercial real estate (Mirvac, Pakuwon Jati, Towers at Elizabeth Quay), resources (Woodside, Rio Tinto), food and beverage (McDonald's, KFC, Accolade Winery), retail (New World), government (Queensland schools, agricultural research), and residential developers, with named project deployments ranging from multi-hundred-unit apartment complexes to remote Pilbara mining accommodation villages.

Name

Temperzone

Legal name

Temperzone

Website

https://temperzone.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Temperzone is a privately held Australia and New Zealand HVAC manufacturer with 65+ years of history, producing commercial and residential air conditioning systems under the Temperzone and Hitachi brands for real estate, mining, hospitality, and food and beverage customers across Oceania.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial and Residential HVAC Equipment

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (332410)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Chillers & Cooling Plant Equipment (IMAHAKAE), Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components (IMADANAF), HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls) (BPABAGAB)

Keywords

• Commercial HVAC equipment
• Air conditioning manufacturing
• Ducted split systems
• Water cooled package units
• Heat pump water heaters

Headquarters

HQ city

Blacktown

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial and residential air conditioning equipment including rooftop package units, ducted splits, water cooled units, fan coils, air handling units, VRF systems, and heat pump water heaters
2. Spare Parts Supply: Supply and delivery of spare parts throughout Australasia with overnight delivery for Metropolitan areas; parts available for equipment up to 30 years old
3. Warranty and Technical Support: After-sales service including warranty support, technical advice, spare parts, and on-site start-up commissioning assistance across Australia and New Zealand
4. Technical Training Services: Hands-on interactive training sessions covering installation, service and maintenance at facilities in Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne; off-site training also offered

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Temperzone designs, manufactures, and distributes commercial and residential HVAC equipment including air-cooled and water-cooled package units, ducted split systems, chilled water fan coils, air handling units, VRF systems, chillers, and heat pump water heaters, marketed under the Temperzone and Hitachi brands across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.

Product overview

Temperzone is a leading HVAC equipment manufacturer serving Australia and New Zealand for over 65 years, offering a comprehensive portfolio of air conditioning and climate control solutions spanning two brands: Temperzone and Hitachi. The product portfolio includes: Air Cooled Package Units (Econex OPA series with R32 inverter technology), Ducted Split Systems (Econex and ECO Large Capacity ranges), Water Cooled Package Units (HWP, CWP, and CWP90 ranges featuring Thermoshell heat exchanger technology), Chilled Water Fan Coils, Air Handling Units with UV germicidal options, Heat Pump Water Heaters including MAGNUS systems, and a full range of Hitachi products (wall mounted splits, ducted splits, cassettes, underceiling, multi-split, and VRF systems). Control solutions include innoTouch Controller, UC6/UC7/UC8 controllers, WiFi Service Utility (WSU), and Hi-Kumo WiFi app. The portfolio is designed for diverse applications including commercial, residential, hospitality, mining, and food & beverage sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Temperzone: Primary brand for HVAC equipment including rooftop package units, ducted split systems, water cooled package units, fan coils, air handling units, heat pump water heaters, and controllers.
• Hitachi
• Econex
• ThermoShell
• EcoLite
• innoTouch

Products and services

• Econex OPA (Air Cooled Package Units) Reverse-cycle air-cooled packaged units with condenser and evaporator integrated in one casing, designed for rooftop or ground installation. Feature R32 refrigerant inverter compressor technology providing precise load variation response and superior part-load performance for commercial and large residential applications.
• Econex Ducted Split Systems Split air conditioning systems with separate outdoor unit and ducted indoor unit, featuring R32 inverter compressor technology for precise load variation response and designed to operate in ambient temperatures from -15°C to 52°C.
• Water Cooled Package Units (HWP, CWP, CWP90) Water-cooled heat pump systems using efficient ducted self-contained packaged units interconnected via closed-loop water systems. Include Thermoshell high-efficiency heat exchangers, EC fan motors, and capacities from 3.5kW through 44kW for plant-room commercial installations.
• Chilled Water Fan Coils Low-profile chilled water fan coil units with EC fan technology, ideal for bulkhead mounting in hotel rooms and space-constrained applications, with 0-10V fan speed enabled controller compatibility.
• Air Handling Units (Clever AHU) Customizable air handling units including options with UV germicidal filtration for enhanced indoor air quality in commercial HVAC applications.
• Heat Pump Water Heaters (including MAGNUS) Energy-efficient heat pump water heating systems including MAGNUS single-pass heat-pump water heaters for commercial hot water and hydronic heating applications.
• Hitachi Wall Mounted Split Systems R32 wall mounted split air conditioners featuring FrostWash self-cleaning technology, power consumption tracking, and Eco motion sensor for residential and light commercial applications.
• Hitachi Ducted Split Systems Compact ducted one-to-one systems with DC technology and stepless inverter control for superior operating efficiency, designed for tight installation spaces.
• Hitachi Cassette Systems 4-way airflow ceiling cassette systems providing economical and effective air conditioning for open areas with high occupancy or traffic.
• Hitachi Underceiling Split Systems Underceiling mounted split systems for commercial applications where wall mounting is not practical.
• Hitachi Multi Split Systems R32 multi-split systems allowing one outdoor unit to connect to multiple indoor units for independent comfort control in multiple rooms.
• Hitachi VRF Systems Variable Refrigerant Flow systems with one outdoor condenser connected to multiple indoor units of varying capacities, providing efficient individualized comfort control. Includes SideSmart modular VRF with 42cm depth for narrow spaces.
• Hitachi AH2 Modular Chiller Range Modular screw chillers available in Heat Pump and Cooling Only configurations with capacity range 160kW to 1800kW. Redesigned frame for simpler installation and maintenance with five water temperature configurations including low temperature brine options.
• ECO Ducted Split Large Capacity High-capacity ducted split systems with variable capacity digital compressors, EC plug fan technology, and dual refrigeration circuits. Capacities range from 37.1kW to 94.9kW cooling with R410A refrigerant.
• Vertical Water Cooled Inverter Package (CWP90) Compact R32 inverter water cooled package unit with nominal capacity range 4.1-10.0kW cooling, featuring inverter compressor, EC fan, and Thermoshell heat exchanger for superior part-load performance.
• WiFi Service Utility (WSU) Trade-focused WiFi device allowing installers and service technicians to view operating data of Temperzone electronic controls (UC6, UC7, UC8 boards) via web browser on tablet or smartphone, enabling real-time operational parameters and running history retrieval.
• Spare Parts Supply Service Supply and delivery of HVAC spare parts throughout Australasia with overnight delivery for metropolitan areas; parts available for equipment up to 30 years old.
• Warranty and Technical Support Service After-sales service including warranty support, technical advice, spare parts supply, and on-site start-up commissioning assistance across Australia and New Zealand.
• Technical Training Services Hands-on interactive training sessions covering installation, service and maintenance at facilities in Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne; off-site training also offered.

Quantifiable outcome

• 71-79% reduction in Global Warming Potential (GWP) per kW of cooling with R32 vs R410a refrigerant
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• HitachicoreTechnology or IntegrationHitachi partnership for specific product lines including wall mounted split systems, ducted split systems, cassette systems, underceiling systems, multi-split systems, VRF systems, chillers, and controllers. Products marketed under both Temperzone and Hitachi brands.
• SodexostrategicImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSodexo uses Temperzone VPA units with IoT remote monitoring system developed with AirSkill and MyDevices for managing residential housing air conditioning units for Rio Tinto mining operations in Pilbara region.
• SmartairminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSmartair Air Distribution Products distributed alongside Temperzone products through shared distribution channels.
• McAlpine HussmannstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMcAlpine Hussmann installed OPA 2100 unit at New World Hobsonville store - first of its model made in Auckland factory.
• Border Refrigeration and Air ConditioningstrategicImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBorder Refrigeration and Air Conditioning installed and commissioned Temperzone OPA ECO units at Hermitage Agricultural Research Station with sophisticated Modbus control integration.
• AC1 Air Conditioning & RefrigerationstrategicImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAC1 installed and commissioned replacement 66kW split ducted unit for large printing press facility in Brisbane - strong relationship with Brisbane State Manager.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Mitsubishi Electric Australia: Australian arm of the global Mitsubishi Electric HVAC business, supplying split systems, ducted units, VRF, and commercial chillers. A direct large-scale competitor across Temperzone's commercial, residential, and Hitachi-distributed product lines.
• Fujitsu General (Australia): Subsidiary of Japanese HVAC manufacturer Fujitsu General, with a strong Australian presence in residential and light commercial air conditioning. Competes directly with Temperzone's residential and Hitachi-distributed products in the ANZ market.
• Daikin Australia: Subsidiary of the global Daikin group and one of the largest HVAC manufacturers in Australia, offering residential, commercial, and VRF systems. Competes head-to-head with Temperzone across price points and product categories, with global scale advantages in compressor and refrigerant supply.
• Carrier Australia: Australian operation of Carrier Global, supplying commercial HVAC, chillers, and air handling equipment. Overlaps with Temperzone's water-cooled package units, chillers, and large commercial installations.
• Panasonic Australia: Panasonic Heating & Cooling supplies residential and light commercial air conditioning in Australia, including R32-equipped systems, competing directly with Temperzone's wall-split, multi-split, and ducted categories.
• Trane (Australia & New Zealand): Trane Technologies supplies commercial chillers, air handling units, and HVAC controls with established ANZ operations, directly competing with Temperzone's water-cooled, chiller, and commercial AHU lines, particularly in hospitality and office applications.
• LG Electronics Australia: LG's air conditioning division markets residential and commercial HVAC, including multi-split and VRF, in Australia. Overlaps with Temperzone's residential and Hitachi-distributed lines, particularly in new-build and replacement demand.

Direct peers

• ActronAir: Australian-owned manufacturer of ducted and split air conditioning systems headquartered in Sydney, competing directly with Temperzone in residential and light-commercial Australian HVAC with local manufacturing and a comparable dealer/distributor model.

Emerging players

• Rheem Australia: Australia's leading water heating manufacturer, increasingly active in heat pump water heaters. Direct overlap with Temperzone's MAGNUS heat pump water heater line in the commercial hot water market.

Others

• Reece Group: Australia and New Zealand's largest plumbing and HVAC distribution group. While not a manufacturer, Reece's HVAC distribution network serves as a channel peer and a route-to-market alternative for competing brands versus Temperzone's own dealer/distributor network.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Temperzone-196162567094955
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/temperzone-limited

Compliance3 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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