Hecoclima

What Hecoclima does

Hecoclima is a brand of Geoclima International S.r.l. Unipersonale, an Italian industrial HVAC manufacturer headquartered in Ronchi dei Legionari with production operations in Gubbio. The company engineers and builds air-cooled and water-source heat pumps, chillers, and multipurpose units for commercial, industrial, and critical-facility customers — including hospitals, data centers, food processing plants, pharmaceutical facilities, educational campuses, and military sites. Its product portfolio is organized into four families: ProSeries (R290 propane natural-refrigerant units), EcoSeries (low-GWP/HFO chillers and heat pumps), VHA (vertical air-to-water heat pumps), and HPT (high-temperature heat pumps delivering water up to 80°C for industrial process heat).

Core technology is differentiated by R290 propane refrigerant adoption — well ahead of F-gas regulatory pressure — alongside proprietary 3D modeling of refrigerant circuits, adaptive defrost algorithms, adaptive noise control, and deep BMS integration exposing more than 200 data points. Equipment is configured and built to order, with custom sound enclosures, application-specific refrigerant circuitry, and tailored control firmware; multiple international certifications (ERP 2021, AHRI, PED, CE, EUROVENT) qualify the products for regulated tenders across Europe, Oceania, and selected export markets.

The business model is project-based engineered sales: quotes are issued against customer specifications, units are manufactured to order at the Gubbio facility, and revenue is recognized on delivery and commissioning. Go-to-market combines a direct enterprise sales force — used for large custom projects such as the 3.5 MW Monash University multipurpose deployment (18 units) and Thyssenkrupp industrial sites — with channel partners in Italy, Switzerland, and Spain, and a wholly-owned subsidiary (Geoclima Australasia) serving Oceania. Pricing is value-based, anchored on customization, refrigerant compliance, and certification profile rather than commodity list-price competition.

Name

Hecoclima

Legal name

Geoclima International S.r.l. Unipersonale

Website

https://hecoclima.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Hecoclima is an Italian industrial HVAC manufacturer (Geoclima International S.r.l.) building custom heat pumps, chillers, and multipurpose units using R290 propane and HFO refrigerants for commercial, industrial, and critical-facility customers across Europe and Oceania.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial HVAC Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Building Thermal Controls & Building Management Systems (HVAC BMS) (IMAHAKAK), HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls) (BPABAGAB)

Keywords

• Commercial HVAC systems
• Industrial heat pumps
• Air-cooled chillers
• Multipurpose HVAC units
• Process cooling equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Ronchi dei Legionari

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 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. HVAC Equipment Sales: Hecoclima generates revenue primarily through the sale of heat pumps, chillers, and multipurpose HVAC units. Products include comfort cooling, process cooling, and specialized applications for various industries including commercial buildings, hospitals, data centers, and industrial facilities.
2. Custom Solutions and Consulting: The company provides customized HVAC solutions and consulting services from project design through after-sales support. Every unit can be customized according to client requirements for durability, functionality, energy efficiency, and assistance needs.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Hecoclima manufactures and sells customized HVAC equipment including air-cooled and water-source heat pumps, chillers, and multipurpose units for commercial, industrial, and critical facility applications. The company emphasizes eco-sustainable solutions using natural refrigerants such as R290 propane and HFO-1234ze, and provides full lifecycle support from design consultation through after-sales service.

Product overview

Hecoclima, a brand of Geoclima International Srl, offers a comprehensive HVAC product portfolio organized into Comfort Cooling and Process Cooling categories. The product lineup includes ProSeries (propane-based heat pumps with R290 including ProChill, 2Pro, and 4Pro variants), HPT high temperature heat pumps, VHA CH screw compressor chillers with HFO-1234ze, and VHA multipurpose units. Products target applications across industry, commercial buildings, power stations, hospitals, and data centers. The company emphasizes eco-sustainability with natural refrigerants (R290, R32), low GWP options (HFO-1234ze), and compliance with ERP 2021 and AHRI standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ProSeries: Propane-based heat pump and chiller series including ProChill (propane chiller), 2Pro (2-pipe heat pump), and 4Pro (4-pipe multipurpose unit) using natural refrigerant R290.
• EcoSeries
• VHA

Products and services

• ProSeries Heat Pumps and Chillers Propane (R290) based air and water source heat pump series designed for Net-Zero CO2 goals with exceptional performance at ambient extremes. Includes ProChill (propane chiller), 2Pro (2-pipe reversible heat pump), and 4Pro (4-pipe multipurpose unit). Targets commercial, industrial, and critical facility applications.
• HPT High Temperature Heat Pumps High temperature eco-sustainable heat pumps designed for industrial applications requiring elevated temperatures. Designed for industrial and commercial heating needs.
• VHA CH Air-Cooled Chillers Air-cooled chillers with full inverter screw compressors using HFO-1234ze refrigerant. Capacity range 500-1500 kW, EER up to 3.07 and ESEER up to 5.02. Operating limits -10 to +46°C standard, -15 to +50°C customized. ERP2021 compliant.
• VHA Multipurpose Units Multipurpose units (e.g., VHA 1017V5 A 4S EC BP 10) capable of producing simultaneous hot and cold water. A2L ready versions available for low GWP refrigerants. Adaptive defrost per circuit and Web management system for remote monitoring.
• EcoSeries HVAC Solutions Sustainable and efficient HVAC solutions designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering reliable performance.
• Air-Cooled Chillers with Scroll Compressors Air-cooled chillers with scroll compressors and R410A refrigerant, optimized for medium/low temperature applications with hydronic module including tank and double pump.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced CO2 emissions through use of natural refrigerants and high energy efficiency
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• YANMAR Energy System Europe GmbHcoreTechnology or Integration · 25 October 2023Strategic partnership with YANMAR Energy System Europe GmbH announced in October 2023. Yanmar is a leading manufacturer of engines and energy systems, suggesting collaboration on integrated energy solutions combining Hecoclima's HVAC expertise with Yanmar's power generation capabilities.
• Geoclima ItaliacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 June 2023Geoclima Italia and Hecoclima organized joint two-day training meetings on multipurpose units. Geoclima Italia represents a related entity within the Geoclima group structure, with shared technology development and market collaboration.
• Ecotecnic SAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEcotecnic SA serves as Hecoclima's partner and distributor in Ticino (Switzerland), handling local distribution and customer relationships for HVAC projects in the region.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC manufacturer offering chillers, heat pumps, and air conditioning systems for commercial and industrial applications. Same product categories with vastly larger global footprint.
• Mitsubishi Electric Hydronics & IT Cooling (formerly Climaveneta): Subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric specializing in high-efficiency chillers and heat pumps for data centers, industrial, and commercial applications. Same product category with global brand and stronger R&D resources.
• Lennox International: Global HVAC manufacturer with commercial and industrial chillers and rooftop units. Competes in the same product categories with a broader portfolio and global distribution.
• Carrier Commercial HVAC: Global commercial HVAC manufacturer offering chillers, heat pumps, and integrated systems. Direct competitor in the commercial and industrial chiller and heat pump space.
• Daikin Applied: Global HVAC manufacturer with a full range of chillers, heat pumps, and air handling units. Competes with Hecoclima in commercial and industrial applications globally with significantly larger scale.

Direct peers

• Aermec: Italian HVAC OEM specializing in chillers, heat pumps, and air handling units for commercial and industrial applications. Directly competes with Hecoclima in the comfort and process cooling Italian market.
• MTA: Italian manufacturer of process cooling and HVAC solutions, including chillers and heat pumps. Targets industrial process cooling and similar enterprise customers to Hecoclima.
• Galletti: Italian HVAC manufacturer producing chillers, heat pumps, and air conditioning units for commercial and residential applications. Comparable in scale, geography, and product focus.
• Clivet: Italian manufacturer of chillers, heat pumps, and multifunctional units for commercial and residential applications. Closely comparable in product portfolio (air-cooled chillers, heat pumps, multipurpose units) and target market of Italian and European commercial/industrial clients.
• Rhoss: Italian manufacturer of air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, heat pumps, and rooftop units. Overlapping product portfolio and customer base in commercial HVAC across Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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