At the 2024 AHR Expo in Chicago, Friedrich Air Conditioning, a pioneering U.S. manufacturer of premium HVAC solutions, unveiled its newest product line-up for residential, commercial, hospitality, and multi-family applications.
The products range from award-winning air conditioners to new heat pumps and more, exemplifying the company’s continuous commitment to quality and innovation.
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“With decarbonization efforts at the top of mind in the HVAC industry, Friedrich has taken a major leap forward in integrating heat pumps into all product categories," said TJ Wheeler, Senior Director of Friedrich.
Friedrich has taken a major leap forward in integrating heat pumps into all product categories
“We remain committed to developing differentiated, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions like the Breeze Ducted Mini Split Heat Pump, our new & improved Vert-I-Pak, and many other products designed for residential, commercial, and multi-family applications.”
New suite of products
Friedrich’s new suite of products include:
Residential, Light Commercial, Government & Education Products:
- Breeze™ Inverter Ducted Mini Split Heat Pump: The easiest way to upgrade to an energy-efficient heat pump. Breeze can be paired with an existing gas-fired or electric furnace for retrofit applications. Or, install it with a matching Friedrich air handler for a complete package. With a 40% smaller footprint, Breeze also looks better and runs more quietly than traditional outdoor units.
- Floating Air® Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump: The ultimate in flexibility with three unique heat pump lines, and three versatile indoor options-wall mount, ducted, and cassette. Mix and match single and multi-zone, up to five zones. FastPro® technology to reduce service and installation time by up to 50%. Engineered with top cooling and heating performance in extreme climates.
- Kühl® Smart Room AC with Heat Pump: Unrivaled commercial-grade construction, available with a heat pump, and engineered up to 45% quieter, Kühl represents a new standard in room air conditioners. Kuhl is the perfect choice for school operations with integrated Wi-Fi controls offering advanced energy management grouping for multiple units. The optional MERV 13 filter also turns Kuhl into a clean air system. Available in the broadest capacity range on the market, and models to meet new A2L refrigerant requirements, Kuhl offers a room-to-room solution for most every application.
- WallMaster® Smart Through-the-Wall AC with Heat Pump: WallMaster® is the only perfect fit for existing 27” through-the-wall sleeves. They are commercial-grade, engineered for quiet operation, and offer integrated Wi-Fi with voice command. WallMaster is available in 8,000-16,000 Btu/hr with cool only, electric heat, and heat pump options.as well as models in A2L-compliant, low-GWP R-32 refrigerant.
Hospitality & Multi-Family Products:
- Vert-I-Pak®: Friedrich's new Vert-I-Pak® is the first and only complete line of M1-compliant single package Vertical Heat Pumps (available in 9K, 12K, 18K, and 24K Btu), supporting decarbonization efforts with heat pump operation down to 10°F. Increased airflow, and higher blower static increases duct run length for even more ducting options, making Vert-I-Pak® an ideal solution for both hospitality and multifamily. The product line still features the revolutionary 'Free Floating' chassis design and superior insulation resulting in ultra-quiet operation.
- VRP® Studio Variable Refrigerant Package Air Conditioner: Award-winning plug-and-play product delivering variable-speed cooling, low ambient heat pump, and true make-up air-all in a smaller compact footprint. VRP® Studio is ideal for hospitality design trends and small chassis replacement needs, giving building owners and developers an industry-pioneering, high-tech, cost-effective alternative to more complex systems like VRF or WSHP.
- FreshAire® Package Terminal Heat Pumps: Patented technology uses a Precision Inverter compressor and main cooling system to optimize the temperature and humidity level of incoming air. The FreshAire® PTAC utilizes the main evaporator coil and Merv 8 filters to condition and filter the outside ventilation air.
Hazardous Location, Industrial Product:
- Hazardgard® Room AC: For more than 30 years, industrial professionals have trusted Hazardgard® to deliver safe and reliable cooling in the most extreme conditions. Specifically designed to cool laboratories, control rooms, living quarters, storage areas, and other enclosures situated in hazardous locations.
Visit Friedrich Air Conditioning in the South Building Booth #S7569 from January 22 through January 24, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. Find out more about the award-winning products Friedrich will be showcasing, with innovative solutions for every application, at Friedrich.com.
