New from Johnson Controls is the Sabroe HitemHP line of industrial high-temperature heat pumps, designed to help industries requiring high-temperature process heat in Europe to electrify and decarbonise, without compromising performance.
In one customer application[1], the system delivered up to three times the energy efficiency of electric boilers while reducing energy costs by more than 91%, annual water costs by up to 30%, and on-site CO₂emissions by up to 82% when paired with waste heat from a refrigeration plant.
Engineered and manufactured in Europe, the heat pumps enable customers to be resilient in the face of energy-related challenges by reducing energy costs and emissions, improving efficiency, and accelerating decarbonisation while ensuring reliable operations and outcomes.
“European industries face unprecedented pressure to stay competitive while energy security and affordability have become key concerns,” said Steve Bell, vice president and general manager, Industrial Refrigeration, Johnson Controls. “Until now, electrifying high-temperature heat has been one of the hardest problems to solve. With our new Sabroe high-temperature heat pumps, Johnson Controls is delivering a breakthrough solution that can help critical industries and institutions secure their energy future, significantly cut operational costs and align with the ambitions of Europe’s Clean Industrial Deal, driving the competitive advantage of our customers in cutting-edge industries.”
Engineered and manufactured in Europe at the company’s advanced heat pump and chiller facility in Holme, Denmark, the HitemHP range uses only natural refrigerants. Under part-load operation, the system can achieve up to 20% higher coefficient of performance (COP) than when operating at full capacity, helping reduce electricity consumption and operating costs.
Additional key features include:
- Operational flexibility: Works across a wide range of heat sources, with capacity that can scale from 100% down to 18%, matching its output to the building’s needs to save energy and reduce wear.
- Future-proof refrigerants: Uses ultra-low GWP butane and iso-butane, aligning with upcoming EU regulations.
- Standardized, modular design: A configure-to-order approach reduces lead times, costs and installation complexity. Compact, factory‑assembled units enable fast commissioning.
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