Hanon Systems expands compressor manufacturing capability in India

Hanon Systems, the global manufacturer of automotive thermal solutions, today announced expansion of its operations in Chennai to manufacture the HRS compressor, the new rotary suction compressor technology.

According to the company, the HRS compressor is the latest series of fixed-type rotary suction compressor. Compared to conventional rotary suction technology, HRS delivers comparable cooling capacity in a smaller package, and is durable and lightweight too.

Performance-wise, the HRS compressor offers a 10 percent improvement, reduces oil charge  by 10-15 percent when coupled with a  centrifugal integrated oil separator and is also 5% lighter than other compressors in the category.

“We are confident our HRS enhanced fixed displacement compressor will provide exceptional value to our customers while meeting consumer expectations in terms of performance, quality and long term durability,” said Dr Kwangtaek Hong, chief technology officer of Hanon Systems. “Our portfolio of compressor technology includes a full range solution designed to fit most of the vehicle applications and requirements.”

The Hanon Systems compressor portfolio includes fixed, rotary suction, variable and electric types.

Expansion to meet growing demand 

The Chennai plant, which currently conducts light assembly of compressors and produces other thermal management solutions for the Indian market, is changing its floor space to enable full compressor manufacturing capability. This change in manufacturing strategy supports the company’s latest business award from a major global automaker. When combined with volume from other automakers, it will generate more than 2 million HRS compressors to be produced annually by 2020 for export to global locations.

“The fact we can bring full compressor manufacturing production capability to our Chennai plant demonstrates our commitment to growth, and proves customers confidence in our ability to deliver innovative and competitive compressor technology to the global market,” said In-Young Lee, president and CEO of Hanon Systems. “This plant will serve as a global centre of excellence for Hanon Systems’ rotary suction compressor manufacturing.”

Hanon Systems operates four plants in India – Chennai, Bhiwadi, Sanand and Pune – which currently supply climate and powertrain cooling solutions to various OEMs for some of the best-selling cars and SUVs in India.