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At a recent international refrigeration exhibition, buyer delegations from 109 countries and regions including Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Russia gathered in China, with procurement targets clearly focused on AC components and piping assemblies. A representative from Pakistan’s industry association n

Driven by shrinking mine supply and sustained demand, copper prices have remained elevated since late 2025, currently reaching 5 to 6 times the price of aluminum. Facing cost pressure, some leading AC brands have publicly committed to using copper for heat exchangers and connecting pipes, refusing t

Under the revised EU F-gas Regulation, a new fee-based quota system for hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) was introduced starting with the 2026 quota allocation. This means importers bringing equipment containing controlled refrigerants or related components into the EU must not only hold a valid license bu

In August 2026, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) officially introduced the SONMELS mandatory energy labeling scheme. Air conditioners must meet minimum energy performance standards before entering the market. The first phase covers portable and split ACs, with full enforcement starting De