Aur HVAC · 2026
ZT Series Aparat de aer condiționat rezidențial
by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI)
- A' Design Award de Aur 2026 in HVAC
- CLIENT: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd.
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 43,612
- Verification code 8E27655842 · Verify this award
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About ZT Series Aparat de aer condiționat rezidențial
Aparatul de aer condiționat rezidențial montat pe perete îmbină designul elegant cu ingineria avansată. Acesta dispune de un panou frontal moale, asemănător unui voal, care curge lin dinspre partea superioară. Liniile rafinate ale marginilor și suprafețele netede contribuie la un aspect discret și fără cusur, cu șuruburi ascunse și o formă asemănătoare unei cutii care se integrează natural în mediul înconjurător. În ciuda dimensiunilor sale compacte, unitatea oferă o performanță puternică. Ventilatorul utilizează tehnologie aerodinamică pentru a genera un flux de aer puternic, menținând în același timp un nivel scăzut de zgomot.
About the A' Design Award de Aur
ZT Series Aparat de aer condiționat rezidențial a câștigat A' Design Award de Aur, o recunoaștere nespus de prestigioasă acordată designurilor de prim rang, minunate și remarcabile. Câștigătorii Aurului sunt creații extrem de inovatoare, vizionare și orbitor de strălucitoare, care reflectă geniul, înțelepciunea și măiestria designerilor lor. Se așteaptă ca ZT Series Aparat de aer condiționat rezidențial să fie o invenție foarte lăudată, creatoare de tendințe și monumentală, care oferă o valoare fără precedent. Acest design câștigător al A' Design Award de Aur este un proiect spectaculos și respectat, care aduce mari beneficii și împinge limitele artei, științei, designului și tehnologiei. ZT Series Aparat de aer condiționat rezidențial creează sentimente intense de dorință, trezește pasiunea, încurajează creativitatea și fascinează.
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- Unique Properties
- The wall-mounted residential air-conditioner blends elegant design with advanced engineering. It features a soft veil-like front panel that flows smoothly from the top. Refined edge lines and smooth surfaces contribute to a discreet, seamless appearance with hidden screws and a box-like form that blends naturally into its surroundings. Despite its compact size, the unit delivers powerful performance. The fan uses aerodynamic technology to generate strong airflow while maintaining low noise.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Indoor unit dimensions (H×W×D): 290 × 870 × 230 mm
- Tags
- residential air-conditioning, climate-solution, low global warming potential, longevity
- Production Technology
- The unit is designed in Japan and manufactured at our factory in Thailand.
The compressor is produced using abrasive machining with micron-level precision, and the copper heat exchanger is assembled using expert welding techniques.
The unit is tested to ensure it is validated for around 10 years under various environmental conditions. In mass production, every single unit is tested for both cooling and heating functions, and test results are thoroughly recorded for consistent quality control. - Design Challenge
- One of the key challenges in development was to create a high-density design that balances a compact size with easy servicing and efficient manufacturing.
The overall unit size was kept the same as existing models to ensure compatibility with current installation spaces, which are often limited in the field. At the same time, we reserved space inside the unit for optional parts, while still managing to improve performance and reduce noise in the remaining space. - Research
- We also went beyond technical comparison by engaging in direct conversations with professional installers—the people who work closely with both customers and the product in real-world conditions. This field-based approach helped us understand actual needs during installation and daily use. As a result, we were able to shape the design to be more practical, user-friendly, and effective, while still maintaining high technical performance and a clean, modern appearance.
- Inspiration
- The unit was designed to blend naturally into living spaces without being obstructive. Thanks to improvements in the components, its seasonal efficiency has been enhanced. It can also continue heating even when the outdoor temperature drops to -20°C. To enhance practicality, we worked closely with installers, resulting in easily removable panels for pipe routing and a detachable fan, making maintenance simpler and the design visually clean.
- Project Duration
- The unit was developed over several years.
We gathered feedback of unit design from various countries, including input from people in sales, installation, service and marketing roles. The most important requests were carefully selected and integrated into the final product design.
During development, prototypes were created in multiple stages, and performance and quality were checked at each step to make sure the product would be reliable and durable. - Operation Flow
- The unit is highly energy-efficient and silent, with a sound pressure level as low as 19 dB(A) in ultra-low mode—equivalent to the sound of rustling leaves. The newly developed fan contributes to this silence. For user convenience, the unit can be operated using a dedicated smartphone app. The system features three separate motors to independently control both the vertical and horizontal louvers, allowing precise airflow direction. To improve indoor air quality, the unit is equipped with an original "Allergen Clear Filter," and in some models, an ion generator is also included.
- Patents
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd.
- Image Credits
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd.