Daikin Industries Ltd. has set its sights on North America and is willing to open the purse strings to be the top heating, ventilation and air conditioning manufacturer here. The Japanese company’s American arm, Daikin North America LLC, publicly introduced its first American manufacturing line in Houston on Thursday. As Daikin indicated earlier this week, it is now manufacturing a group of residential cooling products and some of its high-end “VRV” commercial cooling products in Houston, and, as a result, is creating about 250 local jobs. Daikin did not disclose the cost of this investment. Daikin is manufacturing its products at Goodman Global Group Inc.’s massive 525,000-square-foot cooling plant near the 610 Loop and Highway 290. Since Daikin closed its $3.7 billion acquisition of Houston-based Goodman in 2012, the companies have spent the last year working on a plan to integrate their operations. Now, David Swift, the president and CEO of Goodman and the head of Daikin’s North American operations, said the companies are ready to launch a comprehensive North American HVAC takeover plan.

Goodman is known as one of the largest domestic manufactures of residential and light commercial HVAC products in the United States. Daikin, on the other hand, is one of the largest HVAC manufacturers in the world, but before it acquired Goodman, had a scarce U.S. presence. Combined, the companies plan to be the No.1 residential, commercial and industrial HVAC player in America. Daikin North America now has three U.S. brands it manages: Daikin, which is being marketed as a high-end premium brand; Amana, which is a mid-range brand; and Goodman, which is a more cost-effective, lower-end brand. At the Houston cooling manufacturing facility, the company will produce Goodman products as well as the new Daikin products, which are targeted for U.S. customers. The majority of the cooling products are for residential use, however, Daikin is betting on its “VRV” product being a gamechanger for commercial cooling. The Daikin “VRV” product has technology that allows commercial buildings to cool their space more efficiently, explained Swift.

For example, a VRV system allows different areas of a building to have different temperatures. “Homeowners and business owners will soon be able to experience the benefits of the Daikin brand, including energy-efficient performance and industry-leading technology,” Swift said. 2002 honda civic ac compressor bearing“That is really one of the keys that Daikin has brought to us here. ece uk air handling unitsWith this business growth, Houston’s reputation as the energy capital of North America will need to be compared to its stature of the indoor comfort area of North America.”wiring diagram for goodman ac unit Daikin has already begun production on its branded residential products, and Swift said the company has already set up a group of new dealers that will sell these products.

The company plans to begin producing its VRV commercial products at the Houston facility in a few months. And, in the future, Swift said he could see residential, high-tech VRV products being produced at the Houston facility. “This is one of the rare occasions, at least in my experience, when an Asian company who has acquired an American company is taking its technology from Asia, bringing it to the U.S., and, as a result, is creating jobs in the U.S.," Swift said. "The Daikin acquisition of Goodman ... will fundamentally change the industry in North America."When you live in Florida, having a central air conditioner installed is pretty much a must. Here at Bahr’s, we have more than twenty years of experience installing and maintaining air conditioners for families in Zephyrhills, Dade City and the surrounding areas. When you choose Bahr’s for your air conditioning installation, you can rest assured you’ve picked a professional in every sense of the word. Another great thing about hiring Bahr’s for your air conditioner installation is that we offer such a wide variety of products to choose from.

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Rheem is another industry giant that offers an extensive variety of home air conditioning products. Our technicians are intimately familiar with the various Rheem models and can provide advice as well as quick installation and reliable maintenance. These products feature special motor mounts that protect against fan deterioration, and their elevated mounting cuts down on noise, vibration and condensation that can damage your unit. Some of the more unique products we are able to offer here at Bahr’s are Mitsubishi Electric’s Mr. Slim Ductless Mini Split Systems. These units are remote controlled and ideal for giving you direct control of specific rooms in your house. For instance, you can use them in a garage, bedroom or other places that you only want to cool when you’re using it. This level of temperature control is a real bonus and the wall mounted, skinny–profile design of these units makes them unobtrusive in any location. When you sign up with Bahr’s for your air conditioning installation needs, you’re not just getting quality one–time service.