NEWS

We would like to inform you that DHW storage tanks with a new design and an enlarged heat exchanger surface area of 2.35 m², optimized for heat pump applications, are now in production.

 

The new tank design provides higher heat transfer efficiency, faster water heating, and improved compatibility with modern heat pump systems. Thanks to the increased heat exchanger surface area, stable performance is ensured even with low-temperature heat sources.

 

Production has already started and the first deliveries will be available according to the production schedule.

It was an honor for us to participate in a professional training course at the Panasonic Training Centre in Pilsen, together with our customers.

The RAC (Room Air Conditioning) portfolio from Panasonic is entering a new phase of modernization. The latest updates bring higher energy efficiency, enhanced smart functionality, more compact dimensions, and improved user comfort. The result is a more competitive and value-driven product offering for distributors and installation companies.

Panasonic BZ – Compact Design and Integrated Connectivity

Key updates:

• Built-in Wi-Fi as standard

• Unit width only 765 mm

Benefits:
Integrated Wi-Fi eliminates the need for additional accessories, reduces installation costs, and increases product attractiveness in residential projects. The compact 765 mm width allows easier installation in restricted spaces (above doors, narrow walls), expanding application possibilities.

We replaced the original 4-year-old installation system with a professional solution from Inaba Denko. A comparison of quality, aesthetics and technical workmanship clearly speaks in favor of the new system.

In the air conditioning and heat pump sector, competitive advantage is built on expertise, speed, technical accuracy, and strong manufacturer support. Panasonic PRO Club is a professional platform designed to strengthen installers’ market position and deliver measurable business benefits.

Registering at gives installers direct access to official manufacturer resources—eliminating delays and improving operational efficiency.

 

When installing air conditioning systems, details matter. Aesthetics, precision of connections, installation speed, and long-term material durability directly impact customer satisfaction and project profitability. That is why we have added the premium installation set from the Japanese manufacturer Inaba Denko — a brand recognized worldwide for high-quality duct cover and trunking systems for air conditioning.

Why This Set

Standard solutions often mean:

• combining components from different manufacturers,

• color and shape inconsistencies,

• imprecise connections,

• unnecessary delays on site.

The premium set from Inaba Denko eliminates these issues. It is a fully coordinated system designed for fast, accurate installation without improvisation.

What the Premium Package Includes

For just a few euros more, you receive a complete solution that includes:

• 2× trunking ducts

• 2× trunking connectors

• 2× corner fittings

• 1× ceiling transition

• 1× wall transition

In practice, this means the installer has everything required for a standard interior air conditioning installation without the need to purchase essential components separately.

In today’s competitive market, success in securing larger and more demanding projects depends not only on technical expertise but also on financial stability and healthy cash flow. That is why we actively support our business partners by offering flexible payment terms of 30 / 60 / 90 days.

This approach enables our partners to:

• carry out larger-scale projects without immediate pressure on their own finances,

• participate in tenders and contracts with longer payment cycles,

• strengthen their competitiveness and professional credibility with investors and end clients.

A Responsible and Transparent Approach

We provide flexible payment terms in a responsible and transparent manner. Credit limits are approved through a trade credit insurance provider, which evaluates the partner’s financial stability. A key requirement for granting a credit limit is a positive tax return and overall sound financial standing of the company.

This approach protects both sides:

• partners gain access to stable and predictable financing,

• we maintain long-term, sustainable, and fair business relationships.

Daily communication with our suppliers is just as important to us as communication with our customers. Only through close and continuous interaction with both sides are we able to remain fully prepared to design and deliver the optimal solution for specific market needs. Our ambition is not to offer individual products, but comprehensive solutions that deliver long-term value, efficiency, and reliability.

C&I projects will play a key role in the energy transformation in the coming years. The combination of decentralized production, intelligent consumption management and economic efficiency makes C&I solutions a strategic pillar of business competitiveness, energy security and meeting climate goals.

Special attention deserves the 183 L storage tanks designed for heat pumps. Their main competitive advantage is the exceptionally large exchanger area of ​​up to 2.35 m², which ensures fast and efficient heat transfer.

In practice, this means:

- better cooperation with low-temperature sources,

- shorter DHW heating times,

- higher seasonal efficiency of the heat pump,

- lower electricity consumption.

The large exchanger area is the key factor in which these storage tanks outperform most competitive solutions on the market.

1) The market will break on regulations, not on “fashion”

The European HVAC market is no longer primarily demand-driven and “comfortable”. It is being pushed into technological change by regulations and energy prices: from fossil fuels to electrification (heat pumps), from high GWP to low GWP (natural refrigerants), from “equipment sales” to “performance sales” (service, monitoring, guaranteed savings).

The strongest external levers:

F-gas legislation: stricter restrictions and gradual reduction of HFCs with the aim of complete elimination by 2050; major impacts on refrigerant availability, prices and service strategies.

EPBD (Energy Performance of Buildings Directive): pressure on energy efficiency of buildings, renovations and systemic reduction of consumption; HVAC becomes the core of “buildings as an energy system”, not an isolated profession.

Ecodesign/sustainable products (ESPR): moving towards higher efficiency, reparability, transparency and a lower environmental footprint of products; impact on portfolio, documentation and spare parts.

2) Heat pumps: short-term volatility, medium-term growth

2024 showed that the market is not linear: in 19 European countries, about 2.31 million heat pumps were sold, which is a decrease of ~22% compared to 2023.
However, this decrease is not the “end of the trend”, but the result of a combination of factors: unstable subsidies, a weaker economy, the electricity/gas price ratio, installer capacity and communication chaos.
At the same time, there are already signs of a turnaround: according to information linked to the EHPA, a slight recovery (+9%) appeared in the 1st half of 2025.

Conclusion for 2026–2030: expect growth, but cyclical and uneven by country. The winners will be those who know how to sell the solution (design + hydraulics + regulation + service), not the box.

3) Refrigerants and service: the hardest change will come from F-gas

New reality for refrigeration and air conditioning:
HFC restrictions will push refrigerant prices up and increase the value of proper design, tightness, recovery and responsible service;
the market will move towards low GWP: R290 (propane) in small/medium capacities, CO₂ (R744) in retail/industry, or HFO blends where natural refrigerants hit safety or technical limits.

Business implication: service and retrofit of refrigeration systems will become more attractive in terms of margins than "new installations" alone, as legislation and availability of refrigerants will increase the value of know-how and rapid response.

4) Digitalization and regulation: “software will eat up” part of the HVAC margin

In the coming years, the share of:
remote monitoring (faults, COP/EER, consumption),
predictive maintenance (preventive replacement of parts based on data),
optimization based on tariffs, photovoltaics and storage (EMS/HEMS/BMS).

Whoever owns the data and the service contract will own the recurring revenue. Sales without service will be an increasingly weak model.

 

 

 

Proven quality built over decades

Japanese manufacturing is globally recognized for its focus on precision, reliability, and long-term performance. In technologies expected to operate flawlessly for decades—such as heating, cooling, and air conditioning—the origin of the solution matters. That is why we deliberately choose Japanese manufacturers who have been setting industry standards for years.

In professional installations, details determine the result. Inaba Denko is a global leader in installation trunking, piping covers, and mounting accessories for air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.

Why Inaba Denko:

• exceptional mechanical strength and UV resistance

• precision manufacturing that speeds up installation and reduces errors

• a clean, aesthetic finish that increases the value of the entire system

Customer benefit: longer system lifespan, fewer service interventions, and higher overall satisfaction.

 

Panasonic – technology you can rely on

Panasonic heat pumps and air conditioners belong to the technological elite. Their development focuses on energy efficiency, quiet operation, and long-term reliability—exactly what today’s market demands.

Why Panasonic:

• high seasonal efficiency (SCOP / SEER) = lower operating costs

• stable performance even in extreme climate conditions

• proven electronics and compressors with long service life

For customers, this means lower energy bills and a secure investment. For installation and trading companies, it means fewer claims, a strong brand in the portfolio, and easier sales of premium solutions.

 

A strategic choice that generates profit

Offering Japanese products is neither coincidence nor marketing rhetoric. It is a deliberate strategy to work with technologies that:

• minimize post-installation risks

• increase customer trust

• support long-term partnerships and repeat business

 

Panasonic Aquarea M series represents a new generation of Big Aquarea T-CAP M heat pumps—highly efficient air-to-water solutions designed for demanding applications in heating, cooling, and domestic hot water preparation. These systems enhance energy efficiency, reliability, and operational flexibility in extreme conditions, delivering a real competitive advantage in the heat pump market.

Performance Features and Technology

Stable performance at low temperatures
Panasonic Big Aquarea T-CAP M heat pumps are equipped with advanced T-CAP (Total Capacity) technology, which ensures maintenance of nominal output even at very low outdoor temperatures down to –28 °C, without the need to activate an electric backup heater.

High water outlet temperature
The M series achieves a heating water outlet temperature of up to 75 °C, enabling efficient supply to radiator systems during renovations of older buildings without extensive modernization of distribution systems.
For domestic hot water preparation, temperatures of up to 65 °C can be reached without an electric backup heater, significantly reducing operating costs.

Energy efficiency and environmental parameters
The units use the natural refrigerant R290 with an extremely low global warming potential (GWP = 3), meeting the strictest environmental standards while increasing operational efficiency.
The M series achieves an energy class of up to A+++ in heating mode and significantly reduces energy consumption compared to traditional systems.

Quiet and reliable operation
Panasonic’s unique low-noise architecture creates a comfortable environment with minimal operating noise, which is essential for residential and commercial buildings in densely populated areas.
Outdoor units feature specially designed compressor and heat-exchanger constructions to ensure reliable and long-term operation.

Flexible solutions for various building types
The Big Aquarea M series is designed to cover requirements ranging from residential homes to commercial and industrial buildings. Units are available in multiple output capacities (e.g., 20 kW, 25 kW, 30 kW) and can be combined in cascade systems up to 300 kW, enabling large-scale heating installations with optimal efficiency.

1) Practical problem: UV radiation degrades standard insulation

In outdoor sections of refrigeration and air-conditioning piping (especially between the unit and trunking/ducts or in open spaces), the most common weak point is the insulation, not the copper pipe itself. Standard elastomeric or foam insulations without protection gradually become brittle, crack, and deteriorate under sunlight, which opens the way to:

• water ingress into the insulation and condensation,

• reduction of thermal insulation performance (energy losses),

• increased risk of failures and complaints (e.g. wet façades, stains, corrosion under insulation).

The manufacturer itself states that without protection, standard insulation deteriorates under sunlight and damage can lead to condensation and reduced system performance.

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2) High cost–performance solution: UV-resistant adhesive tape UVT-50-I

INABA DENKO UVT-50-I is a UV-resistant PE adhesive tape designed to cover and protect exposed insulation sections in outdoor applications. The manufacturer describes it as a solution with strong resistance to solar radiation and suitable for protecting exposed insulation.

Basic specification of UVT-50-I (for project planning and cost calculations):

• width 50 mm, length 20 m, thickness approx. 0.11 mm, ivory color, PE material.

Service life verification (commercial and technical context)

A “Certificate of UV Test” is available, stating that a result of 300 UV exposure cycles can be assumed to correspond to 12–13 years under Japanese conditions (calculated based on UV dose measured in the Choshi area, according to JWTC – Japan Weathering Test Center). At the same time, it is clearly stated that this is an assumption and that actual service life depends on the installation location and environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, rain, chemicals, etc.).

Practical conclusion:
For most standard outdoor installations, UVT-50-I is a very effective way to extend insulation service life and reduce maintenance interventions.

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3) Comparison: (A) standard insulated copper piping + UVT tape vs. (B) copper piping with UV-resistant coating

A) Standard insulated copper piping + UV-resistant adhesive tape UVT-50-I

Advantages

• Lowest additional cost with a significant increase in durability of outdoor sections.

• Installation flexibility: the tape is applied only where needed (critical points, penetrations, bends, insulation ends, service loops).

• Fast repair/renewal: in case of local damage, the tape can be easily reapplied without replacing the entire section.

• Strong commercial benefit: a low-cost add-on that reduces claims and increases customer satisfaction (fewer return visits = higher project margin).

Disadvantages / risks

• Performance depends on disciplined application (proper overlap, firm pressing into the insulation, no exposed areas left untreated). The manufacturer explicitly emphasizes the need to press the tape firmly into the insulation.

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B) Copper piping with UV-resistant surface (UV-resistant coating / UV-resistant PE insulation)

Advantages

• System solution: UV protection is integrated, reducing the risk of human error.

• More suitable for projects where piping is fully and permanently exposed to UV radiation over long periods (without trunking or additional protection).

Disadvantages

• Generally higher material cost.

• In case of local damage, repair of the “clean” UV layer can be more complicated (often still requiring additional taping or covering).

Ordinary insulation material will wear out and break due to long-term exposure to UV rays.
Damage to the insulation will affect the performance of the air conditioner and cause refrigerant gas leakage.
INABA DENKO pre-insulated copper pipes are UV resistant and last twice as long even without taping or guttering because they are pre-insulated with excellent UV protective materials.
 

1. Natural Refrigerant (R290) – Low Environmental Impact
The L Generation uses natural refrigerant R290 (propane) with a very low Global Warming Potential (GWP = 3), significantly reducing environmental impact compared to traditional refrigerants. 

2. High Seasonal Efficiency and Energy Savings
Aquarea L series units achieve excellent energy efficiency (A+++ in heating) with high seasonal performance coefficients (SCOP), enabling substantial energy savings and lower operating costs. 

3. High Water Output Temperatures
The system can deliver water temperatures up to 75 °C (e.g., heating mode at –10 °C ambient), suitable for connecting existing radiator systems without extensive modifications. 

4. Operation in Extreme Conditions
Aquarea L models maintain reliable operation at outdoor temperatures as low as –25 °C without requiring supplemental electric heating, ensuring consistent performance in cold climates. 

5. Integrated DHW Solutions
All-in-One variants include a built-in 185 L stainless steel DHW tank with advanced U-Vacua™ insulation, capable of supplying domestic hot water up to 65 °C without additional electric heating. 

6. Hydraulically Connected Indoor and Outdoor Units
Split and All-in-One configurations feature hydraulic interconnection between indoor and outdoor units, allowing simplified installation and flexibility in placement. 

7. Lower Noise and Modern Design
The L Generation incorporates design enhancements that reduce noise emissions (up to 8 dB(A) lower than previous models) and provide a visually integrated solution for residential installations.

Improve the appearance while hiding and protecting the final connection to the condenser by combining IHM with SF flexible bend.
INABA DENKO's IHM is made from high-quality, weather-resistant and UV-stabilized materials for excellent protection and is available in ivory and anthracite to easily match the appearance of air conditioning units and heat pumps.

Náš obchodný tím sa zúčastnil školenia od spoločnosti Panasonic k novému sortimentu.

Zúčastníme sa Smart Energy Forum 2024 v Prahe.

 

Our participation with our own stand at Aquatherm Prague 2024

December Panasonic business meeting in Budapest

In September 2023, we presented our new products to our partners in Nitra and Bratislava.

We visited our partners at the INTERSOLAR Europe 2023 exhibition in Munich.