LG HVAC solutions took center stage at AHR Expo 2026, held February 2–4 in Las Vegas, Nevada, where LG Electronics presented an expanded lineup spanning residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The exhibition also featured the company’s core component portfolio, with developments in efficiency, reliability, and system integration.
Residential Unitary Systems and Water Heating
LG introduced an integrated residential HVAC lineup designed for diverse North American housing structures and climate conditions. The range includes inverter heat pump outdoor units with a single-fan design measuring under 39.3 inches (999 mm), featuring an all-black front grille and accessible service panels.
Multi-position air handling units support vertical, downflow, and horizontal installations. LG’s A-coils incorporate R32 refrigerant leak detection sensors, while gas furnaces support dual-fuel operation for cold-climate regions. A dedicated thermostat provides direct inverter control via built-in Wi-Fi and the LG ThinQ app, reducing wiring requirements and supporting load management.
LG also expanded its water heating lineup. Condensing tankless gas water heaters use dual stainless steel heat exchangers for on-demand hot water without storage. Electric water heaters feature enhanced insulation and stainless steel construction to support heat retention and long-term use.
LG HVAC Solutions for Commercial Buildings
For large commercial facilities, LG spotlighted inverter rooftop units (RTUs) developed for the U.S. market. These RTUs deliver consistent heating performance at outdoor temperatures down to minus 5 degrees Celsius (23 degrees Fahrenheit) without auxiliary backup heaters. They are compatible with building automation systems and offer enhanced service accessibility.
LG also showcased the AI-powered Multi V™ i variable refrigerant flow system. The updated ducted indoor unit lineup includes a mid-static ducted unit for versatile commercial applications and an ultra-slim ducted unit for spaces with limited ceiling height. The ACP i building control platform made its debut at the exhibition, providing centralized monitoring, early anomaly detection, and data-based recommendations to support energy efficiency and system stability.
Industrial Cooling and Data Center Solutions
LG presented a modular inverter scroll heat pump chiller for heavy commercial and industrial applications. Each unit requires only a single power and piping connection, and a human-machine interface touchscreen enables control of up to six connected units. The integrated partial load value (IPLV) for cooling based on a 30RT unit is 21.2 Btu/Wh, tested under ANSI/AHRI Standard 551/591. The modular design supports configurations of 30, 60, and 90RT, expandable up to 540RT across six units.
LG also unveiled cooling solutions for high-density environments such as AI data centers. These include oil-free inverter centrifugal chillers, a coolant distribution unit (CDU) with slide-rail pump access and quick-release filters, and a cold plate solution engineered for high thermal design power workloads through an optimized heat exchange design.
Core Component Technologies
At a separate booth near the ES Company Zone, LG displayed component solutions for residential and commercial smart devices and HVAC systems. The lineup included enhanced scroll compressors, electronically commutated (EC) fans, EC motors, and drives designed to support system efficiency, flexibility, and serviceability.
Drawing on nearly 70 years of experience in motor and compressor development, LG introduced next-generation components with structural and mechanical updates. These include the LG BHA Series with DualJet technology for reciprocating compressors, TriVane technology for rotary compressors, and LG CurvedSpoke technology for BLDC motors.
“The HVAC solutions we are presenting at AHR Expo 2026 reflect our commitment to delivering practical, energy-efficient solutions that meet changing market conditions and customer needs. We continue to expand our HVAC portfolio across residential, commercial and industrial applications, while integrating AI into system operation and control to support efficiency, reliability and sustainability across diverse operating conditions.”
James Lee, President, LG ES Company
Exhibition Details and Market Context
LG Electronics displayed its full HVAC and component portfolio at booths SU223 and SU234 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The expanded lineup reflects broader industry trends toward decarbonization and increased adoption of chilled-water cooling in large North American facilities.