Nidec Corporation has acquired full ownership of Changzhou Xecom Energy Technologies Co., Ltd., a Chinese scroll manufacturer.
The Chinese firm, which has 75 staff, manufactures high performance scroll compressors for air conditioning, heat pump and refrigeration.
The new company will be known as Nidec Scroll Technology (Changzhou) Co., Ltd.
Nidec has been actively developing a new growth platform with particular focus on appliance, commercial and industrial motors businesses.
As part of this strategy, the company has been pursuing strategic acquisitions in the field of appliance motors: in January 2010 Nidec acquired Sole Motors and in July 2019, Nidec acquired Embraco aiming to further expand its refrigeration compressor business.
Now, with this acquisition, the company will be able to expand and consolidate its presence in the refrigeration segment and join new fields in the air conditioning and heat pump markets and continue to contribute to the sales and profits of the entire Nidec group.
Nidec Global Appliance president, Alberto Casnati, said this move is a game-changer.
“This is a milestone for Nidec Global Appliance and Embraco, as it now becomes a brand for all climates,” he said.
“This acquisition positions us as a more robust player in scroll technology, empowered to deliver high-performance solutions for refrigeration, heating, and air-conditioning while enhancing our technological capabilities.
“The expanded scroll portfolio is tailored to meet the diverse needs of OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and the aftermarket in both residential and commercial segments and comply with strict international regulations.”
Scroll compressors, renowned for their reliability, energy efficiency, and extended cooling capacity, have already been part of Embraco’s portfolio, and this product offering expansion is a pivotal addition to the brand’s market position.
Under the concept “One Brand, All Climates”, Embraco introduces a portfolio that extends its presence in refrigeration to heating and air conditioning.
The new lineup includes solutions for commercial and residential applications such as cold rooms, heat pumps, rooftop chillers, packaged units, and central ducted home air conditioners.
The newly integrated scroll compressors line ranges from 1.2 HP to 35 HP and supports multiple refrigerants, including R410A, R404A, low GWP options, A2Ls and R290.
“This new chapter reflects the brand’s strategy to provide complete solutions for its customers,” Casnati said.
“This portfolio expansion is a planned and expected movement for GA. We will be taking advantage of our sales and distribution channels as well as of our expertise in energy-efficient and reliable technologies to better support our customers across a wider range of applications.
“Our ultimate goal is to do it while maintaining our unwavering values of trust, excellence and optimal service levels.”