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Fujitsu General Australia and Fujitsu General New Zealand have partnered with Sensibo to provide Smart Home Air Conditioning (AC) solutions. Sensibo is a pioneering climate technology Internet of Things (IoT) company that develops smart AC and heat pump solutions, using data and Artificial Intelligence (AI), for a more sustainable world. Fujitsu anywAiR® technology The strategic partnership will further strengthen Fujitsu General’s anywAiR® technology product lineup through the integration of Sensibo’s technology into Fujitsu General’s air conditioners and heat pumps, allowing Fujitsu customers to control their devices from anywhere using Sensibo’s suite of mobile smart AC functions such as smart scheduling; geo-fencing; climate react; and voice control via Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant.  Customers will also be able to take advantage of Sensibo’s machine-learning algorithms to help them conserve energy and enjoy greater comfort and control. Sensibo’s smart HVAC products The OEM partnership between Fujitsu General and Sensibo is not only a major step for Fujitsu Sensibo’s Operating System (OS) solution, which will be integrated into Fujitsu General’s air conditioners under the anywAiR technology brand, is a premium end-to-end smart heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solution. Sensibo’s smart HVAC products allow users to control their ACs by utilizing AI, data, and sensors while leveraging cloud computing that processes more than 1.2 million HVAC actions a day.  “The OEM (original equipment manufacturer) partnership between Fujitsu General and Sensibo is not only a major step for Fujitsu but also for the smart AC sector,” said Kyle Rafter, Head of Product ANZ, Fujitsu General, adding “We are excited to partner with Sensibo, a company that puts sustainability and technological innovation at the top of their agenda, which aligns with ours.” Sensibo and Fujitsu General partnership “Together with Fujitsu General, we were able to create an air conditioner that is different from anything else that exists on the market. We cannot wait to see how Sensibo’s OS will diversify Fujitsu’s product capabilities and create a huge leap toward the relationship between technology, energy management, and climate control," said Ran Roth, CEO and Co-Founder of Sensibo.  Ran Roth adds, “Smart air conditioners are the next innovation of the industry, with the potential to deliver a reduction in energy consumption and mitigate CO2 emissions. We are proud to partner with Fujitsu General to empower users to use their air conditioning unit more efficiently to contribute to protecting our planet.”

Fujitsu General New Zealand has delivered the latest innovation in affordable, durable and reliable heat pump/air conditioner solutions, with the launch of the new wall mounted reverse cycle Comfort range. The new Comfort range features seven models from 2.0kW to 7.1kW cooling capacity and 2.5kW to 8.0kW heating capacity. Kyle Rafter, Head of Product – ANZ at Fujitsu General said the Comfort range was designed to ensure maximum value and user satisfaction, boasting energy efficient features in an award-winning design. The new Comfort range Kyle Rafter stated, “It is important that New Zealanders have complete control of their indoor climate, when outdoor conditions are unpredictable. Everyone should feel like their home is the most comfortable place to be, and the new Comfort range can help deliver that feeling. This range provides an optimal performance in colder climates, while remaining energy efficient and visually appealing.” The Comfort range’s superior energy efficiency comes from its use of R32 refrigerant, which improves heat transfer compared to the commonly used R410A refrigerant. R32 has a 67 per cent lower ‘Global Warming Potential Factor’ whilst still maintaining performance. Comfort range heat pumps Comfort range heat pumps also display the Zoned Energy Rating Label (ZERL) Comfort range heat pumps also display the Zoned Energy Rating Label (ZERL) and have an average energy performance of up to five stars in a cold climate in cooling and up to 2.5 stars in heating. Its super-quiet mode means fans operate at low speed and produce less noise. Powerful operation mode allows the system to reach the setting temperature quickly, and precise temperature control enables the temperature setting to be adjusted by 0.5°C increments using the wireless remote control. Featuring simple-to-use wireless remote controller Other features include Up/Down Swing Louvre, Auto Changeover and Auto Restart to maintain ideal comfort levels, thereby helping to minimize energy use without sacrificing indoor comfort. All of this control is enabled via the simple-to-use wireless remote controller. The Comfort range was designed to be reliable and able to withstand harsh climates, with silicone coating on high voltage components and blue fin treatment to the outdoor heat exchanger which improves its resistance to corrosion.  ‘New Zealand’s Favorite Air’  Kyle Rafter adds, “This new range comes with a 6-year parts and labor warranty, if installed by a Fujitsu Accredited Installer. To be ‘New Zealand’s Favorite Air’ means to be the best heat pump company to deal with, not just a leading brand. Our in-house customer care and technical support team offers a high-level of technical and aftersales support, to ensure customers’ systems run smoothly all year round.” The Comfort range was awarded the internationally acclaimed Red Dot Design Award and the Good Design Award from the Japan Institute of Design Promotion for its compact and modern aesthetic that provides a subtle solution for indoor comfort in a wide variety of interiors.