CAREL to Showcase Smart HVAC/R Solutions at Chillventa 2026

CAREL will be a key exhibitor at Chillventa 2026 in Nuremberg from October 13 to 15, presenting its theme, "Invisible intelligence behind your applications". The showcase will highlight control technologies, digital services, and application expertise that support the evolution of HVAC/R systems. The company will focus on four main themes: Tangible sustainability, Effortless usability, Improved efficiency, and Distributed intelligence, aiming to transform environmental goals into practical solutions across heating, air conditioning, and commercial refrigeration systems.

Among the new products on display, CAREL will introduce the pRack for advanced compressor rack control and Heos Pro for high-efficiency architectures utilizing modulating compressors and natural refrigerants. The Effortless usability area will feature STone, an AI-powered programming ecosystem for HVAC/R controllers that integrates modular architectures, simulation, and cybersecurity.

The Improved efficiency segment will showcase technologies for R290 applications, including the iJF controller platform, data center liquid cooling, and RED Pilot. Finally, the Distributed intelligence area will highlight systems like Kiona, boss, and MPXPRO to optimize local and cloud-level unit management, accompanied by interactive talks on sustainable refrigeration, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

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The HVAC/R industry is undergoing a massive shift toward natural refrigerants (such as R290 propane and CO2), driven by stringent European F-gas regulations aiming to phase out high-GWP (Global Warming Potential) synthetic refrigerants. Controlling natural refrigerants safely and efficiently requires complex, highly precise modulation algorithms, which is where edge-computing controllers like the pRack and Heos Pro play a vital role. Concurrently, the growing shortage of skilled technicians in the field makes intuitive configuration tools and AI-assisted programming ecosystems like STone critical for reducing commissioning time and minimizing human error. Additionally, as connected systems become more prevalent across smart buildings and food retail, compliance with incoming legislative frameworks like the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is becoming a mandatory design requirement for intelligent HVAC/R assets.

Edited by Lekshman Ramdas, Induportals editor – adapted by AI.

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