CLING-HVAC | zhengzhou kelin motor vehicle air conditioning co.,ltd.

What CLING-HVAC | zhengzhou kelin motor vehicle air conditioning co.,ltd. does

Zhengzhou Kelin Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Co., Ltd. (CLING-HVAC) is a privately held Chinese commercial vehicle thermal management manufacturer founded in 2003 and headquartered in Zhengzhou, Henan Province. The company designs and produces bus air conditioning systems, battery thermal management systems (BTMS), defrosters, and related components for buses ranging from 5 to 18 meters in length, with a product portfolio spanning traditional engine-driven AC (DD, BFFD, CM350, CM160, PZD series), all-electric variable frequency AC (EZDS, EZHS), and integrated thermal management units (EZDS-J) that combine passenger HVAC, battery cooling/heating, and driver defrosters in a single assembly. Core technologies include DC variable frequency compressor drives (DC280V-DC750V), CO2 heat pump systems operating down to -30°C, NOCOLOK brazing with ±0.1°C precision, ultrasonic cleaning, and brushless DC fans with up to 40,000-hour lifespans.

The company's business model is B2B hardware sales through direct OEM supply relationships and a global dealer network. Pricing is quote-based, tailored to vehicle type, configuration, and volume, with multi-year contracts common. Customer segments include domestic and international bus OEMs (Yutong, CRRC, Higer, Marcopolo, Busscar, Modasa, CIMC), bus fleet operators, and adjacent commercial vehicle manufacturers (trucks, sanitation vehicles, construction machinery). Distribution spans 130+ countries through a combination of direct enterprise sales, regional dealers ('Become Our Dealer' program), and digital channels including a multi-language website and WhatsApp/email sales support. The company holds 170+ patents and achieved the #1 ranking in China for bus air conditioner sales in 2024, with cumulative global installed base exceeding 650,000 units. Recent strategic activity includes expansion into the European high-end market via 80 Yutong buses equipped with CLING CO2 air conditioners entering the Netherlands in October 2025.

Name

CLING-HVAC | zhengzhou kelin motor vehicle air conditioning co.,ltd.

Legal name

Zhengzhou Kelin Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Co., Ltd.

Website

https://clingac.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CLING-HVAC is a privately held Chinese manufacturer of bus air conditioning, battery thermal management, and integrated thermal management systems serving global bus OEMs and fleet operators across 130+ countries, ranked #1 in China for bus AC sales in 2024.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle HVAC Systems

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 (33341), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320), Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMACALAA

Automotive HVAC Modules & Integrated Climate Units

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Automotive Thermal & HVAC Systems Manufacturing

SECONDARYIMACADAL

Bus HVAC & Thermal Systems Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Buses & Coaches Manufacturing

SECONDARYIMACABAN

Commercial Vehicle Cooling, HVAC & Thermal Management Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Commercial Vehicle & Truck Manufacturing

SECONDARYIMACALAG

Automotive Refrigerant Lines, Hoses & Thermal Plumbing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Automotive Thermal & HVAC Systems Manufacturing

SECONDARYIMACALAE

Automotive Coolant & Refrigerant Circuit Components (Pumps/Valves/Reservoirs/Expansion Devices)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Automotive Thermal & HVAC Systems Manufacturing

Keywords

• Bus air conditioning systems
• Battery thermal management
• Commercial vehicle HVAC
• Electric bus cooling
• CO2 heat pump technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Zhengzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Bus Air Conditioning Systems: Sales of traditional and all-electric bus air conditioners for vehicles ranging from 5-18 meters in length, including rooftop, split, and integrated units
2. Battery Thermal Management Systems: Roof-mounted and bottom-mounted battery thermal management units for electric buses, trucks, and construction machinery
3. Defrosters and Components: Electric and fuel cooling/heating defrosters, compressor units, control panels, condenser/evaporator fans, and wall-mounted radiators
4. Integrated Thermal Management Solutions: Complete vehicle thermal management system assemblies integrating HVAC, battery thermal management, and defroster functions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Zhengzhou Kelin Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Co., Ltd. (CLING) designs, manufactures, and sells air conditioning and thermal management systems for commercial vehicles, primarily buses ranging from 5 to 18 meters. The product portfolio covers traditional engine-driven bus air conditioners, all-electric variable frequency bus air conditioners, integrated battery thermal management systems, and CO2 refrigerant heat pump units. The company supplies bus manufacturers (OEMs) and fleet operators globally with 650,000+ units delivered across 130+ countries.

Product overview

Zhengzhou Kelin Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Co., Ltd. (CLING) is a commercial vehicle air conditioning manufacturer established in 2003 offering a comprehensive portfolio of thermal management solutions. The product portfolio includes three main categories: (1) Traditional Air Conditioning for engine-powered buses (DD, BFFD, CM350, CM160, PZD series), (2) All-electric Air Conditioning for new energy electric buses (EZDS, EZDS-J, EZHS, CEZDD CO2 series), and (3) Battery Thermal Management Systems (EDDR rooftop, EFDR bottom/skirt-mounted units). Supporting products include defrosters (ECSQ-02 electric, CSQL-02 fuel), control panels (PCM211), electric wall-mounted radiators (KLDS), and a complete range of parts/components including brushed and brushless condenser/evaporator fans and compressors. The integrated EZDS-J system represents the company's most advanced offering, combining passenger air conditioning, battery thermal management, and driver defrosters in a single unit for 6-13m electric buses, while standalone battery thermal management units serve trucks and construction machinery. The company holds 170+ patents and has delivered over 650,000 units globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cling HVAC Systems: Integrated HVAC system solutions for commercial vehicles, encompassing air conditioning, thermal management, and defroster products under the Cling brand.
• Cling

Products and services

• CLING EZDS-J Series Integrated Battery Thermal Management Electric Bus Air Conditioner Integrated system providing passenger area air conditioning, battery/motor/electronic controls thermal management, and driver area heating/cooling defrosters for electric buses. Features high integration, lightweight LFT material housing, DC variable frequency technology, CAN2.0 communication, and 16 combined working modes.
• CLING CEZDD CO2 Air Conditioner CO2 refrigerant bus air conditioner with ultra-low temperature heat pump technology (-30°C operation), zero ozone depletion potential, GWP of only 1, meeting EU environmental regulations. Designed for environmentally friendly operation.
• CLING EZDS Series Electric Bus Air Conditioner All-electric variable frequency bus air conditioner for new energy electric buses, featuring DC variable frequency compressor drive technology with operating voltage range DC280V to DC750V, supporting 20% to 100% power frequency conversion regulation.
• CLING DD Series Traditional Bus A/C

Quantifiable outcome

• CO₂ heat pumps improve heating efficiency by 2-3 times vs PTC heating, with energy savings exceeding 50%
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• YutongcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor bus manufacturer customer. Cling supplies air conditioning systems for Yutong electric and traditional buses. In October 2025, 80 Yutong buses equipped with Cling CO₂ air conditioners were delivered to the Netherlands.
• CRRC Corporation LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRail transportation equipment manufacturer using Cling battery thermal management systems since 2018. Products integrated into CRRC electric vehicle platforms.
• Higer Bus Company LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBus manufacturer partnership since 2022. Cling air conditioners installed on Higer electric buses with emphasis on lightweight construction, simple installation and high efficiency.
• MarcopolocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrazilian bus manufacturer partnership since 2017. Cling bus air conditioners passed Marcopolo's rigorous quality tests, featuring light weight, simple installation process and high efficiency. Long-term collaboration.
• BusscarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerColombian bus manufacturer partnership since 2017. Cling traditional bus air conditioners installed on Busscar buses.
• ModasacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership providing both engine and electric air conditioners for Modasa buses. Products received well on market with high quality and fast service.
• China International Marine Containers (Group) Co., Ltd. (CIMC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContainer and transportation equipment manufacturer partnership since 2021. Cling bus air conditioners feature lightweight construction, simple installation process and high efficiency.
• Firo Star PlusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor in Ecuador. Cling bus air conditioners supplied to Ecuador market through this partner with high quality and excellent cooling effect.
• MoleadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent/affiliated company organizing international operations. Hosted the 2025 Overseas Marketing Summary and Technology Empowerment Conference. Manages global sales and marketing activities.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sanden (Thailand / Japan): Sanden manufactures compressors and HVAC systems for buses, EVs and commercial vehicles. It overlaps Cling in electric compressors (used by Cling via HIGHLY/ECS/CYJ supplier relationships) and bus A/C modules for Asian OEMs.
• Konvekta: Konvekta is a Germany-based specialist in bus and commercial vehicle HVAC and heat pump systems. It competes directly with Cling in integrated thermal management and CO2/low-GWP refrigerant solutions for electric and fuel-cell buses.
• Eberspächer: Eberspächer Climate Control Systems is a leading European supplier of HVAC and thermal management for buses, coaches and commercial vehicles. It is directly comparable to Cling across traditional and electric bus A/C and integrated climate control units.
• Webasto: Webasto is a major European supplier of bus and commercial vehicle HVAC, thermal management and electric heating systems. It directly overlaps Cling in EV bus HVAC, CO2-compatible thermal management, and roof/bottom-mounted A/C units.
• Thermo King (Trane Technologies): Thermo King is a global leader in transport refrigeration and bus/coach HVAC. It directly competes with Cling in bus air conditioning, battery thermal management for electric buses, and integrated climate solutions for commercial vehicles.
• Hispacold (Mafelec group): Hispacold is a Spanish specialist in HVAC for buses, coaches and rail. It competes with Cling in European and Latin American bus OEM channels and in electric bus thermal management platforms.

Broad incumbents

• Valeo: Valeo is a global Tier-1 automotive supplier with thermal and HVAC systems for buses, trucks and passenger vehicles. It overlaps Cling in bus A/C, electric compressor technology, and battery thermal management, though as part of a much broader portfolio.
• Denso: Denso supplies HVAC and thermal management for buses and commercial vehicles globally. It competes with Cling in bus air conditioning modules, electric compressors, and integrated thermal management, particularly in Asian OEM supply chains.
• Mahle (Thermal Management): Mahle is a global automotive supplier with a thermal management product line covering HVAC, electric coolant and battery cooling for commercial vehicles and buses. It competes with Cling at the Tier-1 level in integrated thermal management.

Emerging players

• Shenzhen New Energy Vehicle Thermal Management Players (e.g., Jiangsu KingClima, Tongling): KingClima and similar Chinese players are emerging competitors to Cling in the domestic bus A/C and BTMS market. They overlap in electric bus HVAC, battery thermal management, and the same Yutong/Higer-tier OEM customer set in China.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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