Cooling systems and enclosures industry is expanding and advancing rapidly, driven by technological shifts, process refinement, emphasis on green solutions, and large-scale infrastructure development projects, both within India and on the global platform. With increasing demand for quality enclosures and cooling systems that meet the evolving client requirements, the sector is expected to flourish in the coming years, with agile players that focus on innovation emerging at the forefront of industry advancements.
Beyond innovation, designing customized products and services, along with comprehensive post-sales services is the need of the hour. Rittal, a global player and innovator in this domain, that set foot in India in 1996 through a joint venture, and started operations in 1997, has expertly addressed these concerns, positioning itself as a customer-centric company that thrives on innovation. Setting industry benchmarks for exceptional operational practices, product quality and reliability, as well as customer focus and energy efficiency, the company has retained its market dominance through concerted efforts of a vast team of experts.
Expanding in India
Initially established as a manufacturer of enclosures, Rittal has grown its presence in India immensely, adding a broad range of products into its portfolio as time went on. The company started its expansion initiatives with the addition of industrial cooling units and IT cooling solutions, which eventually became its flagship offering. Rittal has also successfully forward integrated other solutions such as electrical panels (or power distribution solutions), and data center solutions for the IT industry (within this vertical, the company also integrates third party solutions to ensure that it provides energy efficient solutions). Establishing a sister company (EPLAN) that handles software designing for the machines which Rittal develops for its enclosures, the firm has gained the ability to offer solutions for the entire value chain.
"Unlike traditional air conditioning systems that rely solely on a single climate control circuit, Rittal's units utilize dual circuit technology, enhancing energy efficiency"
“We have grown tremendously in India, attaining a leadership position in the industry along with a high market share. We are also recognized by most organizations, Indian and multinational, for the quality of products that we bring to the table, across sectors, well positioned as a dependable supplier.
Over the years, we have doubled our manufacturing capacities, and established a cutting-edge facility which features robotic manufacturing, and has strengthened our ability to cater to the growing product demand in India, and other countries to which we export including the USA, Australia, Korea, Japan, New Zealand, and more”, shares Mr. Mathew Jacob, Vice President-Sales & Marketing, Rittal. For ensuring successful expansion across the globe, the company has strategically forged partnerships and collaborations, leveraging advanced technologies and collaborating with its partners for input to improve its offerings.
Beyond success for the company, the firm has played an instrumental role in India’s growth initiatives, contributing significantly to the infrastructure development initiatives for the railways, smart cities, parliament development, deep seaports, metros, and more.
Competitive Solutions
Besides a robust team of over twelve hundred employees, a thirst for innovation, and focus on customer centricity and promotion of green energy, Rittal stands out in the sector for a myriad more reasons.
One of the key advantages for customers is the firm’s focus on regulatory compliance. With rapid evolutions in the complex regulatory frameworks, the company offers a significant leg up to its customers, adhering to all current compliance norms rolled out by the government, as well as international standards such as the IEC, 61439, standards (which have recently been mandated by the government in India, but the firm has been adhering to since the early 2000s).
Rittal’s focus on customer-centricity, and wide-spanning global presence with local expertise has enabled the firm to understand the requirements of its Indian and global customers closely, and deliver relevant solutions. Leveraging the unique ideas and expertise of locally grown engineers, the firm identifies optimal solutions and implements them into existing solutions. The firm also provides comprehensive customized solutions along with ongoing after-sales services, including AMC’s.
Manufacturing cutting-edge solutions in India, the company caters to the needs of its global clientele, tailoring its solutions to provide optimal performance in diverse climatic conditions. “We strive to bring innovation and technological leadership. Since innovation is at the heart of everything that we do, we continuously invest in research and development to introduce some of the products which are the best in the world. Our commitment is to provide state-of-the-art technology and solutions such as our next gen re-matrix software solutions which integrate building solutions along with the cooling solutions and other solutions which combine to form a part of the data center. This ensures that our customers stay ahead of the requirements of the market”, shares Matthew.
Built on a reputation for innovating tomorrow’s solutions today, Rittal has introduced a number of revolutionary products such as its Blue e+ range of cooling units and chillers. Rittal Blue e+ cooling units feature nano ceramic coated condenser coils that prevent dust buildup, leading to longer maintenance intervals and less reliance on manual labor.
Additionally, these cooling units include an internal condensate evaporator that effectively evaporates the condensate drain water, eliminating the need for a collection bottle. This innovation not only cuts down on maintenance time but also protects the customer's workspace from potential water spills. Additionally Rittal's Blue e+ cooling units and chillers feature advanced technologies like inverter compressors, EC fans, and heat pipe, resulting in an impressive 75 percent energy savings.
Unlike traditional air conditioning systems that rely solely on a single climate control circuit, Rittal's units utilize dual circuit technology, enhancing energy efficiency. This innovative hybrid approach not only leads to significant energy savings but also helps customers reduce their carbon footprint, bringing them closer to climate neutrality. With longer-lasting components, global compatibility, and digital service options, Rittal ensures sustainability at every level. Furthermore, the firm has transitioned from conventional refrigerant R134a to R513a, which has a 56 percent lower global warming potential (GWP). This shift allows Rittal cooling units to save one ton of CO2 annually per device. To put that into perspective, this is equivalent to one round trip flight from Bangalore to Delhi, or an 80,000-kilometer train journey for one person, or a 10,100-kilometer drive in a midrange car.
Finally, Rittal's Blue e+ cooling units and chillers are equipped with a built-in remote monitoring capability that allows for continuous tracking of temperature levels. This remote monitoring enhances operational reliability by enabling the early identification of system issues, which helps avoid costly downtime and potential damage.
With a strong position to uphold, Rittal has charted a strategic and comprehensive plan for its future endeavors that will allow the company to retain a stronghold in the sector
Future Roadmap
With a strong position to uphold, Rittal has charted a strategic and comprehensive plan for its future endeavors. With innovation at the core of its operations, it plans on taking measures to continually strengthen its innovative prowess while striving to introduce more green-energy focused solutions. As a global leader in cooling solutions, enclosures, IT infrastructure, and electrical panels, the company plans to expand its presence across several industries in the coming years- a strategic move that will make Rittal an indispensable supplier across sectors and solidify its market dominance.
Additionally, the firm aims to focus on providing tailored solutions and be involved strongly in industry 4.0 solutions for customers, devising energy efficient solutions.
“As we plan ahead, we will continuously invest in research and development to enhance our product portfolio. This includes the integration of advanced IOT for the cooling solutions, predictive maintenance, and remote monitoring. Additionally, we are also expanding our modular data center solutions which can offer scalability and energy efficiency, addressing the growing demands of digital transformation. Sustainability is another key pillar. We are working on introducing all products, which are eco-friendly, reducing carbon footprint and supporting customers in achieving their sustainability goals”, adds Matthew With a strong team of professionals that undergo comprehensive training on an ongoing basis to stay ahead of the curve, a keen focus on innovation through comprehensive and dedicated research and development efforts, and a commitment to providing robust, gamechanging energy-efficient solutions aligned with changing customer and market needs, Rittal is poised to pioneer the advancement of the enclosures and cooling systems and solutions manufacturing industry.
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