Researching High-Efficiency HVAC Solutions for Hot and Dry, and Hot and Humid Environments
Establishing an International Joint Research System with Pusan National University, King Saud University, and Shaker Group
Focusing on Verifying the Energy-Saving Effects of the AI-Based "Multi V i" Technology
LG Electronics has officially begun developing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technology capable of delivering high performance even in extremely hot and dry regions where temperatures can reach up to 50 degrees Celsius. The company is aiming to secure specialized solutions for both hot and humid as well as hot and dry environments.
On July 3 (local time) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, LG Electronics announced on July 6 (Korean time) that it had signed an agreement with Pusan National University, King Saud University, and Saudi Shaker Group to jointly research HVAC technology tailored for extreme heat environments. The research will involve collecting operational data from actual local usage environments to further enhance air conditioner performance and control technology.
LG Electronics agreed on the 3rd (local time) to jointly conduct research on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technology optimized for "extreme heat" environments in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, together with Pusan National University, King Saud University, and Shaker Group. From the third person from the left: Eddy Jeon, Vice President of Shaker Group; Jin Simwon, Head of Advanced Research at LG Electronics ES; Choi Jaewon, President of Pusan National University; Yazid Al Asheikh, Vice President of King Saud University.
LG Electronics will supply products optimized for high-temperature regions, including commercial system air conditioners and residential air conditioners, while Shaker Group will be responsible for installation and operation. Pusan National University and King Saud University will support technology verification by establishing test environments and analyzing data. This is the first time King Saud University is participating in joint research on HVAC with a global company.
The research will also include LG Electronics’ premium system air conditioner, the Multi V i. The AI engine built into this product is known to automatically adjust cooling intensity based on changes in indoor and outdoor temperatures, and to switch to power-saving mode when no occupants are detected, thereby maximizing energy efficiency.
LG Electronics’ strategy is to strengthen its competitiveness in air conditioning technology that responds to all global climate zones by securing expertise in both heat pump technology for cold regions and HVAC technology for extreme heat. The company previously formed heat pump research consortiums in locations such as Alaska in the United States, Oslo in Norway, and Harbin in China, and currently operates air solution research centers in five regions: Korea, North America, Europe, India, and China.
In addition, the company is training approximately 30,000 local engineers annually through HVAC Academies in 65 locations across 43 countries, establishing a comprehensive response system that covers all stages from product development to sales and maintenance.
Jin Simwon, Head of Advanced Research at LG Electronics ES, stated, "This agreement is an important stepping stone to further strengthen our capabilities in HVAC solutions tailored for extreme heat environments," adding, "We will continue to expand our technological competitiveness in the global air conditioning market by systematizing our R&D infrastructure for each climate zone."
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