Climetal: The #1 European Supplier of Microchannel Heat Exchangers (MCHEs)
As EU regulations drive efficiency and decarbonization, the opportunity for smarter cooling and heating system design has never been greater. Climetal, Europe’s number one supplier of microchannel heat exchangers, delivers high-performance, sustainable solutions that cut energy use, lower refrigerant demand, and ensure compliance.
EU’s New F-Gas Regulation (2024/573) & the Phase-Down
The updated F-Gas Regulation (in force since March 2024) accelerates the phase-down of virgin HFCs across the EU, driving the adoption of low-GWP and natural refrigerants. Read more on our blog.
- Zero by 2050: no virgin HFCs can be placed on the EU market after 1 January 2050.
- Quota system: importers/producers must hold CO₂-eq quotas; from 2026, each quota unit costs €3/ton CO₂-eq.
- Steeper reductions: significant cuts in allowed HFC volumes in 2025, with further sharp reductions by 2030.
- Exemptions: only recycled, recovered, or reclaimed HFCs are excluded; virgin gases are restricted.
- Stronger controls: customs verify quotas via the EU F-Gas Portal to prevent illegal imports.
Impact: choosing technologies that minimize refrigerant charge — such as MCHEs — is the fastest way to stay compliant and competitive.
Why Choose Climetal MCHEs
- Lower refrigerant charge — up to 40% less than tube-and-fin coils.
- Best energy efficiency — compact design, higher heat transfer, reduced air-side pressure drop.
- Smaller, lighter units — faster installation, easier logistics, fewer embodied emissions.
- Future-proof technology — optimized for natural and low-GWP refrigerants.
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Market Outlook: Growth & Opportunity
- European MCHE market set to grow from ~USD 4.26B (2024) to ~USD 9.12B (2033).
- CAGR ~8.8%, driven by HVAC, automotive, and renewable energy.
- Demand is strongest where legislation, energy savings, and customer expectations converge.
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Technical Excellence That Sets Climetal Apart
- Optimized channel geometry → maximum efficiency with controlled pressure drop.
- All-aluminium design → recyclable, corrosion-resistant, lightweight.
- Fin & header design → lower air-side losses and robust brazing.
- Compatibility with low-GWP refrigerants → including ammonia, CO₂ and propane.
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How Climetal Supports Your Business
- Custom MCHE designs for your refrigerants and service conditions.
- Prototype testing + digital simulation to accelerate time to market.
- Certified sustainable materials with high recyclability.
- Compliance support for F-Gas, EU energy standards, and sustainability goals.
CLIMETAL – OUR EXPERIENCE, YOUR SOLUTION.
