The new system reflects Weatherite’s long-standing commitment to development, safety, and environmental responsibility, delivering a future-proof HVAC solution that aligns with the most pressing demands of today’s market: performance, sustainability, and compliance.
“We are extremely proud to introduce this cutting-edge R290 heat pump to the market,” said Michael Boyles, Sales Director at Weatherite. “It’s the result of intense research and development, conducted in collaboration with leading UK academic institutions. Our goal was to develop a low-carbon system that doesn’t just meet regulatory standards but sets a new benchmark for safety and real-world efficiency.”
The launch comes at a crucial moment for the HVAC industry. With tightening environmental regulations, especially around the phase-down of high-GWP (global warming potential) synthetic refrigerants under the F-gas Regulation, the shift toward natural refrigerants like propane (R290) is rapidly accelerating. However, safety concerns, particularly around the flammability of R290, have created significant barriers to widespread adoption.
Weatherite’s new unit overcomes these challenges head-on. It has been meticulously designed to provide maximum safety without compromising on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, or scalability. This positions the product as a serious contender for organisations looking to decarbonise their heating and cooling infrastructure while future-proofing their operations.
Technical innovation meets practical application
At the heart of Weatherite’s new system is a high-efficiency, fully integrated heat pump using natural refrigerant R290. It combines:
- Fully hermetic compressors
- Optimised heat exchangers
- An advanced defrost cycle management system.
This proprietary safety system provides layered protection, not just during routine operation, but also during maintenance and any abnormal conditions that may arise, offering peace of mind to facilities managers and HVAC engineers alike.
In parallel, the intelligent defrost cycle ensures superior stable performance in real-world weather conditions, reducing system downtime and energy waste. The result is a robust, high-performing system designed for retail, commercial, and light-industrial environments where heating and cooling demand is both constant and critical.
The R290 unit has been developed in full anticipation of future legislative changes, including potential updates to the F-gas Regulation and more stringent carbon emissions targets. This forward-thinking approach ensures that customers who adopt the system today won’t face expensive retrofits or replacements in the near future.
By aligning product development with predicted regulatory changes, Weatherite enables businesses to make smart, long-term HVAC investments that meet their ESG targets while supporting energy efficiency and operational cost reduction.
Weatherite is a proud member of the Made in Britain initiative, which champions UK manufacturers and promotes domestic craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability. As such, the new R290 heat pump has been designed, tested, and built entirely in Britain, supporting local jobs, skills development, and green growth in the HVAC sector.
This British-made engineering excellence offers more than just a quality guarantee; it allows clients to shorten their supply chains, benefit from local after-sales support, and contribute to the UK’s broader net-zero ambitions.
“Our participation in the Made in Britain initiative is more than a badge, it’s a promise,” added Michael Boyles . “It reflects our investment in UK-based design, manufacturing, and partnerships that deliver tangible economic and environmental benefits for our customers and for the country.”
Weatherite’s new R290 heat pump is more than a product, it’s a signal of what’s next for heating and ventilation. Built to last, designed to comply, and engineered for performance, this system empowers forward-thinking businesses to meet their sustainability targets without compromising on quality, reliability, or safety.