Comprehensive deployment of integrated solutions combining FlaktGroup and Central Air Conditioning in their first collaboration since the acquisition High-value, industry-specific control enabled by proprietary AI technology integrated with BMS Firmly targeting Europe’s carbon-neutral market with eco-friendly refrigerants and waste-heat recovery technologies Embedding intelligent energy-saving features across the full lineup, from residential to large commercial systems
Samsung Electronics announced on the 24th that it will unveil next-generation climate control solutions for both residential and commercial spaces at MCE 2026, the largest regional heating and cooling exhibition, which opened in Milan, Italy. This year’s event drew particular industry attention as it marks the first joint exhibition with FläktGroup, a European HVAC specialist acquired in November last year.
Held biennially, MCE is a large-scale trade fair that this year brings together around 1,900 global companies. Samsung has secured a dedicated 500㎡ space and is showcasing its flagship product lineup, including a central HVAC system developed in collaboration with FläktGroup, AI-based WindFree air conditioners, and high-efficiency heat pumps.
The core of this exhibition is the seamless integration between the two companies’ products. Samsung linked five types of FläktGroup indoor units with its own outdoor units to build an integrated HVAC environment based on a building management system (BMS). The KaiPlus air handling unit, which manages temperature, humidity, and air purification in large spaces, and the Gecko fan coil unit, designed with a focus on low-noise operation, work in tandem with Samsung’s DVM S2 Plus outdoor units. This is a strategic configuration aimed at targeting high value-added industries that require precise control, such as data centers and cleanrooms.
In the residential HVAC segment, the focus is on comfortable cooling and intelligent connectivity. The 2026 AI WindFree Combo Pro wall-mounted model installed at the entrance of the booth is equipped with a feature that identifies user movement and indoor layout to deliver optimal airflow. Visitors can experience seven different airflow modes firsthand and verify Samsung’s proprietary WindFree technology capabilities.
Eco-friendly technologies aligned with Europe’s strengthened environmental regulations have also been introduced on a wide scale. The EHS All-in-One model, which provides both heating and hot water, uses R32 refrigerant with a lower global warming potential than previous models. In particular, it features waste heat recovery, which reuses discarded heat, and a SmartThings AI Saving Mode that reduces power consumption in real time, reflecting the demands of local markets that prioritize carbon emissions reduction.
The DVM series, Samsung’s high-efficiency system air conditioners for commercial use, also adopted R32 refrigerant across the entire lineup, continuing its eco-friendly trajectory. Utilizing geothermal or water sources as heat sources, the system’s built-in artificial intelligence learns the surrounding environment in real time and autonomously optimizes operating efficiency.
Through this exhibition, which runs until the 27th, Samsung plans to solidify its influence in the European HVAC market by promoting integrated solutions that combine hardware and software.
Kim Sang-jun
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