Local Partnership Brings Innovative Solution to Life
Local Partnership Brings Innovative Solution to Life
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioners Australia, Pty. Ltd (MHIAA) have formalised a partnership with turnkey HVAC solution providers, Mass Electronics Group (Mass Electronics) to deliver the local relay model for its latest zoning solution, FlexiZone.
Speaking of the partnership first formed in 2019, John Bolger, GM Service and Technical for MHIAA says: “Our company was in search of a local hardware manufacturer for our 4-zone relay model. We required a plug-and-play solution and looked for an innovative, cost-effective, quality solution. This solution was specifically developed with the Australian market in mind.”
Bolger adds that the majority of the partnership implementation took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the team still managed to roll it out effectively. “Throughout the pandemic, we have prioritised stock availability, service and communication for customer peace-of-mind.”
A Partnership is Born
With more than three decades of experience in HVAC, Bolger put Mass Electronics forward as his service provider of choice. “I had worked with Mass Electronics in the past and was impressed by their solutions and customer service.”
Mass Electronics is a privately owned, Australian-based electronics design and manufacture group, providing consultancy and new product development services from its facility at the Brisbane Technology Park. Founded in 1984, the company has won numerous awards and has been featured as a Top 400 Company in Queensland.
Mike Miranda, Managing Director for Mass Electronics adds: “We were first contacted by MHIAA in 2019. MHIAA was seeking a partner to develop an innovative cost-effective and quality product that would facilitate the simple and efficient connection of their multi-zone air conditioning units and locally procured 24VAC dampers.”
About the Technology
Features of the MH-4ZRM relay module (V1 & V2) FlexiZone system:
- 240VAC to 24VAC Transformer is included (V2 only)
- Easy installation using existing screws and mounting directly to the indoor unit.
- The custom mounting plate provides a neat and clean installation of the relay module and power transformer.
- Individual relay and on/ off LED indicator for each zone.
- 24VAC damper motor connection via RJ12 or 3-way push terminals
- Coloured wiring for ease of installation.
Benefits of the MH-4ZRM relay module (V1 & V2) FlexiZone system:
- Reliability of a MHIAA approved quality product
- The V2 product is a complete, cost-effective solution in a box.
- The design provides various mounting plate options and ensures a consistent, clean, and easy installation.
Bolger comments that the second version is “even simpler to install.” This is because the transformer was included as part of the development request and the mounting plate has elongated holes to accommodate various positions (dependant on the indoor unit model). This allows for increased mounting flexibility.
The future of this partnership is largely underpinned by its natural evolution. “As customer requirements evolve, so does our partnership with Mass Electronics. We are thrilled to work with a like-minded company built on innovation and customer service” concludes Bolger.