플래티넘 HVAC · 2026
Hydrolution EZY Series 주거용 공기열원 히트펌프
by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI)
- A' Design Award 플래티넘상 2026 in HVAC
- CLIENT: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd.
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About Hydrolution EZY Series 주거용 공기열원 히트펌프
이 제품은 천연 냉매 R290을 사용하여 뛰어난 환경 성능으로 난방, 냉방 및 생활용 온수를 제공하는 주거용 공기열원 히트펌프입니다. 제품은 실버 액센트가 가미된 제트 블랙 본체로, 전통적인 유럽 건축물과 현대 건축물 모두와 조화를 이룹니다. 좌측의 팬 가드는 질감 있는 표면을 지니고 있으며, 우측은 매끄러운 평면 패널로 되어 있습니다. 영하 25도의 환경에서도 섭씨 75도의 온수를 공급할 수 있어 연중 내내 안정적인 쾌적함을 보장합니다.
About the A' Design Award 플래티넘상
Hydrolution EZY Series 주거용 공기열원 히트펌프, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 플래티넘상 수상작으로, 진정으로 탁월하고 우아하며 장엄한 디자인에 수여되는 극히 권위 있는 인정입니다. 플래티넘상 수상작은 창조의 경이로움이자 지적 창의성의 한계를 보여 주는 증거이며, 디자이너의 비견할 데 없는 전문성과 천재성을 드러냅니다. 이러한 디자인은 한 시대의 미학을 규정하고 사회 복지에 기여하며 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 경계를 넓히는 가장 명성 높은 작품이 될 것으로 기대됩니다. Hydrolution EZY Series 주거용 공기열원 히트펌프, 이 작품은 초월적인 수준의 탁월함을 보여 주며 유익하고 가치 있는 특성으로 세상을 더 나은 곳으로 만듭니다. Hydrolution EZY Series 주거용 공기열원 히트펌프, 이 작품은 욕망을 일깨우고 영감을 주며 기쁨을 선사하는 A' Design Award 플래티넘상 수상작입니다.
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- Unique Properties
- The unit is a residential air-to-water heat pump that provides heating, cooling, and domestic hot water with excellent environmental performance using natural refrigerant R290. The unit has a jet-black body with a silver accent, harmonizing with both traditional European buildings and modern architecture. The fan guard on the left side has a textured surface, while the right side has a smooth flat panel. It can supply hot water at 75°C even at -25°C, ensuring reliable year-round comfort.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 916 × 1160 × 440 mm
- Tags
- residential air to water heat pump, climate-solution, low global warming potential, longevity
- Production Technology
- The product was designed in Japan and is manufactured at our factory in Thailand.
Production takes place on a dedicated R290 manufacturing line, which ensures strict control of safety and quality when handling this natural refrigerant. As part of our quality assurance process, every unit undergoes test runs for both heating and cooling modes before shipment. During these test runs, performance data is recorded and traceable this helps to verify operation and to support long-term reliability. - Design Challenge
- One of the challenges was achieving a design that prioritize durability, without compromising on aesthetics.
Materials and structural components were carefully selected to withstand harsh outdoor conditions.
To verify the resilience of the black exterior, the unit underwent 1,000 hours of UV resistance testing to ensure protection against prolonged sunlight exposure and was subjected to a direct sunlight test in the laboratory to evaluate the temperature rise of the controller. - Research
- To ensure the safe use of the flammable refrigerant, a thorough risk assessment was conducted across the entire product lifecycle—including testing, manufacturing, storage, shipping, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal. Cross-functional collaboration across design, sales, manufacturing, and quality assurance ensured the product was optimized both technically and commercially.
A field test in the Netherlands provided real-world feedback to validate its performance. - Inspiration
- Air-to-water heat pumps are becoming more popular as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuel boilers. Since units are typically installed outside and often positioned in visible areas, thoughtful and high-quality design is important. This unit features a jet-black finish and clean, minimal lines, blending naturally into traditional European architecture while offering a refined appearance. It uses R290, a natural refrigerant with an extremely low Global Warming Potential of 0.02.
- Project Duration
- The product was developed over several years through close collaboration between the marketing, sales, engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams.
To ensure alignment with real-world requirements, feedback from various clients across Europe was also actively incorporated throughout the development process. A field test was conducted at a customer site in the Netherlands, where key aspects such as performance, durability, and ease of installation were closely evaluated. - Operation Flow
- The unit has a sound pressure level of just 34 dB(A) even at maximum capacity, achieved by a sound-absorbing double base plate and large fan, making it as quiet as a library—ensuring noise remains low enough for comfortable nighttime use. It is compatible with a remote monitoring system allowing users to monitor operation status, optimize performance, and detect issues via smartphones. For safe operation with R290 refrigerant, the unit includes multiple sensors, a sealed internal structure that separates ignition sources, and a vent hole at the base designed to safely release gas outside in the unlikely event of a leak.
- Patents
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd.
- Image Credits
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd.