Each year, The NEWS spotlights the industry’s latest commercial heating products. The manufacturers provided us with a brief description of features included with each product.

The manufacturers further expect the relationship to expand to other product categories in the future, which will further include joint development of products as well as collaborative operational opportunities. 

This heating showcase provides in-depth information on the features of each individual unit and also includes technical support information from the manufacturer. The manufacturers provided all of the data included in the product grid as well as in the photo feature; therefore, any questions should be directed to them via the contact information provided in the photo feature section.

Factors driving the VRF systems market include increasing demand for improved energy-efficient equipment and lower environmental impact due to use of low-GWP (global warming potential) refrigerants, growing construction activities, and increased legislation and energy management initiatives.

This multi-zone ductless product line features a SEER rating up to 23.8 with a HSPF up to 10.5 while providing heating down to minus 22°F and cooling up to 122°. 

This plastic terminal box is designed for expediting the rough-in of linesets, condensate hoses, and electrical/communication cabling for wall-mounted mini-split and VRF evaporator installations.

An addition to Mitsubishi Electric wall-mounted indoor unit M-series models, these models provide designers and builders with more appliance design options in new homes and high-end upgrades.

As the American market becomes more familiar with variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems, it’s discovering firsthand the technology’s ability to deliver exceptional comfort with lower life cycle costs. Additionally, contractors are touting the ability to perform maintenance on systems individually, allowing them to fix a problem without disrupting the comfort delivered to the remainder of the facility.

The global VRF market is projected to reach approximately $9.65 billion by 2021, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8 percent between 2016 and 2021.