HVAC Training, Distribution Center Opens in NJ

Contributed by BSM Staff

SUWANEE, GA -- Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC, a supplier of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, has opened a new Distribution and Training Center in Florence, NL.

Strategically positioned near the New Jersey and Pennsylvania Turnpikes, this new 400,000-square-foot facility is intended to strengthen the company’s supply chain and provide efficient heat pump distribution to the Northeastern U.S.

A joint venture between Trane Technologies plc and Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS) provides innovative products, systems and solutions capable of heating and cooling a broad range of applications, from a home to a large commercial building with superior efficiency, comfort and control.

When asked about the significance of the new facility, Florence Township Mayor Craig Wilkie said, “We welcome Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC, which manufactures and distributes energy-efficient heating and cooling systems and equipment with ‘green’ technology, to Florence Township. Located on an environmentally remediated site that once provided the world with cast iron pipe during the 19th and 20th centuries, the company will bring new jobs to the Township and region. Florence Townships looks forward to a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship with Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC.”

“The Florence Distribution and Training Center is a significant investment in our country’s sustainable future. The facility will supply all-climate heat pumps and VRF systems to distributors, contractors and end customers quickly and efficiently in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeast business regions,” said Mark Kuntz, chief executive officer, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC. “With the passing of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the demand for electric products and services is high. As Americans take advantage of the tax credits, rebates and incentives available through the IRA, the Florence facility will help transform America into a Heat Pump Nation.”

METUS plans to use the facility to generate 60 distribution center jobs and empower HVAC businesses with the training and support needed to sell, install and service all-climate heat pumps. METUS anticipates that its distributors and their customers will create many jobs.

“Locating our Distribution and Training Center in Florence provides several key benefits, including strengthening our supply chain,” said Robert Smith, vice president, supply chain, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC. “It will provide efficient and strategic distribution access to our Mid-Atlantic and Northeast distributors by having the right products in the right place ready to ship. In fact, we anticipate that the Florence Distribution Center will ship thousands of hyper-efficient heat pump systems every month and would result in a reduction in miles driven to deliver products, subsequently also reducing the carbon emissions of those deliveries.” Smith noted that Florence offers easy access to the interstate and Port Elizabeth, making the facility accessible for both shipments and students attending training classes.

Beginning in May 2023, the Training Center plans to host 40 to 45 classes each year, training 500 to 600 students annually. Classes are anticipated to cover residential and commercial product lines and subject areas, including heat pump installation, start-up and service essentials, advanced service, and controls.

Students will have the opportunity to practice what they learn on actual working Mitsubishi Electric equipment. Products installed in the Training Center for training purposes include four commercial VRF systems with seven styles of indoor units and seven residential heat pump systems with six styles of indoor units.

In addition to Florence, METUS has distribution centers in Suwanee, Ga., and Mira Loma, Calif. METUS Training centers are located nationwide at 75 locations. To learn more about Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US, visit MitsubishiComfort.com.

Formed in May 2018, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS) is the exclusive provider of Zoned Comfort Solutions and leading supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems in the United States and Latin America.

The family of brands supported by METUS includes Mitsubishi Electric, Trane / Mitsubishi Electric and American Standard / Mitsubishi Electric.

More information is available at www.metahvac.com.