Mitsubishi Electric LES in Germany
The success story of Mitsubishi Electric LES - from its foundation to the present day.
Success story2023
Natural refrigerants: heating and cooling solutions with R290 are making their way into the product range
The PUZ-WZ heat pump will be the first system with the natural refrigerant propane R290 to be added to the product range from 2023. Other systems, such as the MSZ-RZ air conditioning unit and the MEHP-iB heat pump, are in the starting blocks.
2023
MELRent - Rental service for chillers and heat pumps
With MELRent, Mitsubishi Electric is introducing a flexible solution. Ideal for companies with temporary or seasonal cooling or heating requirements. The service includes a wide range of units, rapid availability and comprehensive support during installation and operation. MELRent offers customized solutions for a wide range of applications, from event cooling to process cooling in industry.
2020
First VRF direct expansion system with R32
The City Multi VRF air conditioning systems are now also available with R32 refrigerant. An alternative solution with many advantages: With a GWP (global warming potential) of 675, R32 is around 2/3 lower than the GWP of R410A. In addition, the refrigerant R32 also has around 20 % higher volumetric cooling capacity than R410A.
2019
First HVRF R32 system with R32 as refrigerant launched on the market
Mitsubishi Electric has expanded its Hybrid VRF system (HVRF) to include products with the refrigerant R32. Sizes from 22.4 to 33.5 kW are available with R32. Others will follow.
Europe's first HVRF-Y system with R32
Mitsubishi Electric is expanding its successful Hybrid VRF system (HVRF) with the Y series, which is suitable for heating or cooling. The refrigerant used is the efficient R32. Until now, the Hybrid VRF system was only available as the R2 series for simultaneous heating and cooling with the refrigerants R410A or R32 .
2016
Merger of the Mitsubishi Electric, Climaveneta and RC brands
The merger of Mitsubishi Electric, Climaveneta and the RC Group creates real added value. The product range will be more diverse, the range of solutions wider and the range of refrigerants more extensive.
March 2016
Official opening of the new office building
Mitsubishi Electric opens its new German headquarters in Ratingen in a festive ceremony. The modern building on Balcke-Dürr-Allee is characterized by a combination of sustainable architecture and intelligent building technology produced in-house.
July 2014
Award for MSZ-FH
The "MSZ-FH" air conditioner from Mitsubishi Electric is the test winner in the current test - issue 7/2014 - for air conditioners from Stiftung Warentest. The following test criteria were used as a basis: Energy efficiency, cooling properties and comfort, other environmental properties and handling. In addition, the air conditioner was certified as having the most even temperature distribution and the lowest noise level.
Growth continues
After Belgium, Mitsubishi Electric opens its own branch in Poland.
27.01.2014
Starting signal for the new company building
The go-ahead is given for the construction of a new office and administration building in Ratingen-Ost. Reasons for the new building: lack of growth potential at the old location and the division of employees into four buildings. All divisions are united under one roof at the new location.
2012
First generation of the MELCloud
Presentation and launch of the MELCloud with the MAC-557 WiFi adapter, marking the start of fast and mobile operation of Mitsubishi Electric systems.
Presentation of the Hybrid VRF R2 systems
At Chillventa in Nuremberg, Mitsubishi Electric is presenting the City Multi Hybrid VRF system for the first time on the market. A solution that combines the advantages of the energy sources refrigerant and water in one system.
2010
Division renaming
The Air Conditioning Division of Mitsubishi Electric, German branch, has been known as Living Environment Systems (LES) since April 1. With this renaming, the company is taking account of the expansion of its product range to include an additional focus on heat pump systems. The "Zubadan" and "Ecodan" heat pump series are being successively expanded. As not only air (Air Condition) but also media such as water will be used in future, it was necessary to change the name.
From now on: Heating with Ecodan
Mitsubishi Electric presents its Ecodan heat pump system at a major press conference. A heating solution that offers tailor-made solutions with application-optimized combinations of one outdoor and one indoor module.
2010
The company is growing
Mitsubishi Electric is strengthening its presence on the Belgian market with its own branch in Belgium. The range of products and services is being further expanded.
2006
Introduction of Zubadan technology
Mitsubishi Electric develops the innovative Zubadan outdoor units. For the first time, constant heating output is possible even at outside temperatures as low as -15 °C.
2003
Presentation of Europe's first BIG Y/R2 system
Mitsubishi Electric is presenting the first BIG Y/R2 system, which opens up new possibilities in the field of VRF technology, at the International Trade Fair for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (IKK) in Hanover. From now on, up to 56 kW cooling/heating capacity can be achieved with just one outdoor unit.
New refrigerant
Switching from R407C to R410A
2000
European premiere: installation of the first WR2 system in Holland
The Kurhaus Hotel Scheveningen, located directly on the beach promenade, was to be fitted with air conditioning. It had to be quiet and cope with the salty air. With the indoor installation of the first water-cooled and extremely efficient PQRY air conditioning system, Mitsubishi Electric found the right solution.
1991
Foundation of the Aircon division
This division of Mitsubishi Electric has been offering air conditioning systems in Germany since 1991. It was renamed to its current division name "Living Environment Systems" - LES for short - a few years later.
1978
Start of the success story in Germany
Mitsubishi Electric has been headquartered in Ratingen near Düsseldorf since 1978 and has numerous regional offices throughout Germany. Mitsubishi Electric operates as a 100% subsidiary in Germany.
