Weather conditions vary from country to country and only a few regions of the world are blessed with optimum climatic conditions. People use HVAC or air conditioning systems to regulate indoor room temperatures, maintain air quality, prevent air contamination and provide air circulation for a more breathable and safe environment. In 2021, the global heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) market was valued at over USD 135 billion and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 6% during the next few years. India is one of the fastest-growing HVAC markets in the world. HVAC comprises both heating and cooling systems and the cooling segment accounts for nearly 55% of the HVAC market.
The performance of air conditioners is dependent on the quality of the components utilized in the system design. Premium components ensure uninterrupted performance and also save on maintenance and replacement costs. Air ducts are critical components and have a strong influence on the performance of the HVAC system including the airflow. Kaalflex, a manufacturer of premium quality air ducts, has set a new benchmark for quality previously only seen in the western markets.
Established in 2007, Kaalflex is a Vadodara based manufacturer of flexible air ducts for air conditioning systems. AnkeetPatel is the C.O.O. and key personnel of the company. Kaalflex’s technicians and engineers are trained to uphold the same quality standards of the US brand Thermaflex. Given Kaalflex’s product is predominately for export in the US for the Thermaflex brand there are continuous shared principles for improvement in design, manufacture and production of products between the US manufacturer partner and Kaalflex. The main products of Kaalflex are insulated and non-insulated air ducts, essential for the design of central air conditioning plants.
Kaalflex’s Insulated and noninsulated air ducts are manufactured using strong corrosion-resistant steel wire helix. Insulated air ducts are provided with a layer of robust polyester film on the inner surface. Glasswool Insulation inbetween. The outer surface is made of a reinforced metalized vapor barrier that does not unravel under pressure. Non-insulated air ducts are utilized where insulated air ducts cannot be used. Unlike insulated air ducts, non-insulated air ducts are available in varying lengths. The products are designed to operate under varying temperatures ranging between -20F and 250F. The products are flexible, versatile, and can be used with different types of cooling and heating systems. Kaalflex products are tough, can withstand rodent attacks, backed by western standard quality guarantees.
The Exclusivity of UL Certified Products
Kaalflex products are known for their high quality and are approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), USA. In India, Kaalflex is the only UL approved air duct manufacturer. UL is a global safety science company and one of the oldest testing laboratories in the United States. UL certification signifies that the products are manufactured using premium components, adhering to high standards of quality and safety and most importantly with consistency of manufacturing excellence. Kaalflex has gone to great lengths to achieve the quality standards, characteristic of its products. The company is confident of achieving a preeminent position in the industry.
Kaalflex has largely concentrated on the US market and sells nearly 90% of its production to Flexible Technologies who services the USA flexible duct market. Kaalflex has now started catering to the Indian market. The company is associated with reputed organizations such as Abad Insulation, Fairflow and Pineair.
With growing affluence and a need for comfort and proper air circulation/ ventilation, the market for central air conditioners in Indiais expanding and is expected to grow at a significant rate. Kaalflex has witnessed consistent year over year growth, and attracted major contracts from industry giants such as Larsen and Tubro, and is expected to reach a turnover of 60crores in the next three to five years.