Danfoss Climate Solutions has named Dennis Appel as divisional president of its newly established Controls and Thermal Management division.
This new division unites the expertise of heat exchangers with refrigeration, cooling, and air conditioning technologies to accelerate innovation and enhance efficiency.
Since 2020, Dennis Appel has played a key role in expanding Danfoss’ heat exchangers business.
Danfoss Climate Solutions president, Kristian Strand, said Dennis has successfully led the company’s heat exchangers business, and his leadership will be a tremendous asset to their refrigeration and components business.
“With 20 years of leadership experience in international heat transfer and thermal management companies, he brings deep industry expertise to this role,” Strand said.
“The HVACR industry is advancing rapidly, with an increasing focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and compliance. Our new setup will allow us to align more effectively with these trends and seamlessly adapt to market changes.”
By combining heat exchangers and refrigeration technologies, Danfoss Climate Solutions is strengthening its ability to respond swiftly to evolving customer needs, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements.
Appel said he was excited about his new role: "I am excited to build upon our strong foundation and history of exceptional products, solutions, and customer relationships, while bringing together two talented teams with a proven track record of success. Most importantly, I look forward to driving impactful results for our customers,” he said.