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In their latest 2021 review, leading consumer advocacy group Consumer has recommended a total of 20 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries heat pumps, including 8 split systems from our Avanti®, Avanti PLUS® series and Bronte® Series. This makes Mitsubishi Heavy Industries the most recommended heat pump brand of 2021! Mitsubishi Heavy Industries heat pumps fared exceptionally well across all size categories with recommendations across small, medium and large capacity heat pumps. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries were proud to have 5 products rated in the top 10 for overall score as well as having all 5 of the top performing heat pumps for outdoor noise levels all being Mitsubishi Heavy Industries! Consumer analysed performance data from 256 heat pumps this year before rating them based on their: Heating and cooling efficiency Indoor and outdoor noise levels Performance in low temperatures Small capacities (under 4kW) In the small category both the Avanti® and Avanti PLUS®…

In a further example of its commitment to bringing reliable products to New Zealand consumers, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is pleased to introduce the launch of the Akari™ series of bulkhead systems. The Akari™ series is available in 2.5kw and 3.5kW capacities and is a series of low-profile bulkhead systems that are designed to sit within your ceiling space and distribute air via discreet grilles. These compact units require no ducting and are perfect for renovated spaces and applications such as apartments where space is at a premium.  The Akari™ series features R32 refrigerant which aides its energy efficiency ratings and comes with convenient functions and features. As a reverse cycle system, the unit is perfect for year-round usage. The Akari™ series, features a super quiet operation that offers users some of the quietest operation levels on the market achieving 24dB(A) on low fan mode. Along with this, users can also…

Continuing its dedication to bringing New Zealand consumers new and reliable products, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is pleased to introduce the Wera™ series of floor console heat pumps. Coming from the Maori term for ‘heating’, the Wera™ series is available in 2.5kw, 3.5kW and 5.0kW capacities and is the perfect solution for when wall space is at a premium. The compact indoor unit can be installed close to floor, placed under a window, semi-recessed into the wall or mounted in a convenient location. The Wera™ series features the R32 refrigerant which helps delivery high energy efficiency ratings while also offering the usual convenient functions and features that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries heat pumps are known for. The Wera™ series offers high heating performance in temperatures as low as -200C while it’s high power operation allows it to deliver rapid heating making them perfect for colder climates. It also features MHI’s Clean Air…

In their latest June 2020 review, leading consumer advocacy group Consumer has again recommended multiple Mitsubishi Heavy Industries heat pumps. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries heat pumps fared exceptionally well across all size categories with recommendations across small, medium and large capacity heat pumps. Consumer analysed performance data from 228 heat pumps before rating them based on their: Heating and cooling efficiency Indoor and outdoor noise levels Performance in low temperatures Small capacities (under 4kW) In the small and medium categories the Avanti PLUS® units were the true champions with the 2.0kW, 2.5kW, 3.5kW models being recommended. Boasting a 7 star heating and cooling energy rating – the highest of any heat pump in New Zealand and a wide range of energy saving features, the 2.0kW Avanti PLUS® model (SRK20ZSXA-W) was the best performer, achieving an overall rating of 84% – the highest rating of any heat pump in the small sized…

Project Description Located in a modern business park in Canterbury, Christchurch, 2 Showplace Court is a high profile office building that currently serves as one of Westpac’s main offices. The 1,882sqm complex boasts a modern contemporary design, including large concrete fascia and contains multiple open plan office areas with meeting rooms, boardroom, kitchen and reception spread across three levels. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS & challenges The three storey office building required a reliable and energy efficient heating and cooling solution to replace the existing system. The new system needed to be retrofitted throughout the entire complex including all open plan office spaces, meeting rooms, reception and all other communal areas. The solution would need to be capable of delivering a reliable heating and cooling solution to the entire building during Christchurch’s hot summers (which can reach up to 30c) and cold winters (which regularly reach 0c) with the ability to function in…

To foster the company’s ongoing commitment to its dedicated customers and service agent groups, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries successfully completed its first round of National Product training in late 2019 with a plan to develop further training programs across New Zealand for customers throughout 2020. Designed to increase understanding of the complete MHI product range and technologies, the one-day course gives customers an overview of the different products available from MHI including fundamental functions, features and their technical applications. The one-day course was delivered by Reza Maziar, MHI’s Research and Development Manager, to participants in Auckland, Christchurch and Palmerston North. Managing Director for MHI, Mr. Yuji Ito, notes that the new training course is a way for MHI to further increase product knowledge to our customer base. “For MHI, we rely on our dedicated customers as our brand ambassadors. They are the face of our company out on the road on…

Continuing with the company’s 20th Anniversary celebrations and their ongoing commitment to giving back to loyal customers, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Heat Pumps NZ, is pleased to announce that two lucky installers jetted off to their home in Japan this September. Managing Director for MHI, Mr. Yuji Ito, notes that the company is proud to recognise and reward dedicated installers by offering them the chance to experience the culture and sites of Japan – the origin of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. “For MHI, it is our dedicated and hardworking installers that are a representation of our brand. These are the individuals not only out meeting and speaking with consumers on a daily basis, but they are also the individuals and businesses that bring our products direct to consumers” Mr. Yuji Ito acknowledges. “Without the work of these installers, MHI would not be able to deliver the quality service and access to products…

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries joins New Zealand Green Building Council Continuing its commitment to delivering energy efficient solutions to Kiwis and taking party in discussions about improving New Zealand’s buildings, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is proud to now be a member of the New Zealand Building council. Developed in July 2005 and a member of the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC), The New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) is a not-for-profit, industry organisation with a vision and goal that New Zealanders live, work and play in healthy, efficient and productive buildings in a sustainable built environment. They push this in several ways including: Promoting the benefits of sustainable buildings by creating a common language and demonstrating the value. Assisting the property and construction sector to acquire the skills and knowledge to be able to deliver a sustainable built environment. Motivating and rewarding the sustainable development and operation of buildings across New Zealand.…

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is proud to announce that it has been listed as an official supplier of the EECA Warmer Kiwi Homes Programme. Warmer Kiwi Homes is a Government programme offering grants covering two thirds of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, as well as ground vapour barriers, heaters including heat pumps (up to $2,500). The programme organised and run by the EECA , aims to help lower income earners within New Zealand stay warm and dry this winter by making it easier to afford items such as insulation, heaters and of course heat pumps by offering grants. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is proud to be apart of the programme with Annemarie, Sales Manager for New Zealand explaining “We understand that some Kiwis do it tough during winter and we’re dedicated to helping those who need it most so hopefully that’s what we can achieve by working closely with the…