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Company
Hanon Systems is a one of only two global
full-line automotive thermal solutions sup-
plier in the world. Headquartered in Korea
and with 39 manufacturing sites, four
global technical centers in 19 countries
across Asia, Europe, North America and
South Asia, the company employs more
than 15,500 people. In 2014, the company’s
global sales reached 5.4T KRW.
The European Technical Center (ETC) in
Germany is one in a network of global
development locations, each carrying a
unique set of capabilities. ETC’s on-site
development capabilities are multi-faceted,
from product development and R&D for
components and systems, to vehicle inte-
gration, prototyping and vehicle, compo-
nent and system testing. The R&D environ-
ment encourages out-of-the-box thinking
and unites the engineers in bringing
market relevant solutions to new chal-
lenges. Unique tools as well as a compre-
hensive and interconnected development
toolset support our R&D endeavors and
help see an idea through to a tangible
end product.
Technology
Hanon Systems provides innovative solu-
tions for eco-friendly and high-efficiency
thermal management to bring value to
customers and deliver occupant comfort.
Products that address regulatory require-
ments and meet the needs of consumers
in local markets include
•
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
•
Compressors
•
Powertrain Cooling
•
Fluid Transport
•
Electric, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Vehicle
Thermal Systems
Electric Compressor
For traditional internal combustion vehi-
cles, the air conditioning compressor is
driven by a belt connected to the engine;
therefore, it can only operate when the
engine is running. Electric and hybrid
vehicles operate under different condi-
tions that preclude conventional com-
pressor designs. For both “green” vehicle
applications, Hanon Systems has devel-
oped an innovative solution – the electric
compressor.
Hanon Systems’ state-of-the-art design
includes an efficient scroll compressor
controlled by an on-board electric motor
and integrated power electronics. This
modular approach allows the same basic
packaging dimensions for the electric mo-
tor and power electronics to be designed
for different DC bus voltage levels, rang-
ing from 48V up to 500V applications.
The electric compressor operates indepen-
dently, enabling the cabin to be cooled
even when the engine is off. Its compact
design fits within the traditional belt-driven
compressor package space, minimizing
vehicle complexity in platforms that offer
hybrid-electric model variants.
Hanon Systems Deutschland GmbH
