Temperzone began over 65 years ago as a family-oriented business and later evolved into a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative climate solutions. Starting in 1956 as Temperature Control Ltd, the company pioneered the production of heat transfer coils for manufacturing and industrial processing applications in New Zealand. Building on its success, the company grew its team, introduced new technologies and innovations, expanded its range of products and services, and positioned itself as an industry leader.
◽ 1956 - Company is founded by Eric Kendall
The company was founded by Eric Kendall in Auckland, New Zealand and began business operations under Temperature Control Ltd.
◾ 1973 - Temperature Control Ltd changes its name to Temperzone.
With changes in the building industry on the rise, there became a new demand for advanced commercial air conditioning. To cater for the demand, Temperzone began designing and manufacturing sophisticated custom-built air handling units and air conditioning systems.
◽ 1985 - Temperzone acquires Bradway Engineering
Bradway Engineering Pty Ltd was an Australian Air Conditioning manufacturer based in Blacktown, New South Wales.
◾ 1988 - Temperzone enters the Asian HVAC market
In 1988, Temperzone opened its first office in Hong Kong to serve the growing demand for Temperzone products in Asia.
◽ 1990's - Introduction of CAD/CAM technology
In the 1990s, Temperzone introduced sophisticated CAD/CAM technology, resulting in enormous productivity gains, reduced lead times, and improved customer service.
◾ 1994 - Relocation of Head Office in Asia
Due to business expansion in the South East Asian region, Temperzone relocated its head office from Hong Kong to Singapore.
◽ 2000 - Bradway Engineering Name is retired
In 2000, Bradway Engineering Pty Ltd changed its name to Temperzone Australia Pty Ltd. Temperzone began to expand manufacturing facilities in Australia and New Zealand and invested heavily in new automated processing machinery.
◾ 2009 - Temperzone & Hitachi Cooling & Heating partnership
In October 2009, Temperzone and Hitachi formed a strategic alliance that saw Temperzone appointed as the exclusive distributor of Hitachi Cooling & Heating products in Australia & New Zealand. As a result, the combination of Temperzone and Hitachi residential and commercial products has produced the most comprehensive range of air conditioning products available within the market.
◽ 2011 - Temperzone wins at the Auckland Business Awards
Temperzone wins the Excellence in Exporting Award at the Auckland Business Awards in 2011.
◾ 2011 - Temperzone wins at the New Zealand Export Awards
Temperzone wins the Auckland Export Award at the ExportNZ Export Awards.
◽ 2017 - Introduction of Rooftop Packaged products
The first R32 refrigerant Rooftop Packaged Unit was introduced to the market in 2017.
◾ 2019 - Temperzone acquires RCR Energy Products International
Temperzone acquires RCR Energy Products International. Temperzone continues to manufacture the clever air handling unit range.
◽ 2020 - Temperzone OPA2100 wins AIRAH Award
The Multi-Award Winning Temperzone OPA2100 Eco Ultra wins the AIRAH 2020 Product of the Year. The OPA 2100 Eco Ultra also received a highly commended award in the CIBSE Thermal Comfort Innovation category. In addition, it was a finalist in the ARBS (Air conditioning, Refrigeration Building Services) Product of the Year awards in Australia.
◾ 2021 - Temperzone invests in the Sustainable Business network
In May 2021, Temperzone LTD became a proud investor in the Sustainable Business Network. The network comprises hundreds of progressive organisations and people that collectively invest in and act on system change initiatives. The network enables changes in climate, waste and water which aligns with Temperzone's values.