Latest Technical Trends and Issues in Global AC Market

Looking at the 2019 air conditioner market from the technical aspects of the products, there were movements reflecting moment-to-moment challenges and new technological trends. Among them, the distinctive features of both room air conditioners (RACs) and packaged air conditioners (PACs) were: a shift to low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants along with progress in terms of global environmental protection regulations; proactive technical incorporation such as Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) that seek to improve convenience and create new added value; and strengthening of indoor air quality (IAQ) functions to ensure safety and security and address the health-conscious trend; and pursuing new technologies and inverterization, corresponding to energy saving trends.