An artificial intelligence-powered solution for central air-conditioning systems developed by Guizhou Huitong Huacheng Co. [Photo/Guiyang HIDZ Integrated Media Center]
Guizhou Huitong Huacheng Co, based in the Guiyang National High-tech Industrial Development Zone (Guiyang HIDZ), has developed an artificial intelligence-powered solution for central air-conditioning systems, targeting energy savings and low-carbon development.
The company's self-developed system serves as a "smart brain" for central air-conditioning operations, optimizing performance across industrial, commercial, and public buildings – where heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning can account for 30 to 50 percent of total energy consumption.
"Traditional systems often rely on coarse data and manual experience, resulting in inefficiency and energy waste," said Yang Xin, the company's deputy chief engineer.
To address these challenges, the firm integrates high-precision sensors with AI algorithms to capture real-time data on temperature, flow, pressure, and energy use, enabling more accurate system control. A digital twin model synchronizes physical equipment with virtual simulations, supporting the continuous optimization of operating strategies.
The platform also features early warning and fault diagnosis functions that identify risks such as performance decline, refrigerant leaks, and overheating in advance. This enables a shift from reactive maintenance to preventive management, reducing downtime and improving reliability.
The system also supports coordinated control of multiple units to optimize energy efficiency.
In addition, the company offers a full lifecycle service model that covers energy diagnostics, customized design, project implementation, and ongoing maintenance, with solutions tailored to specific industries and use cases.
Backed by 67 patents and 107 software copyrights, the company has applied its technology in several projects, including an energy station in Wuhan, where energy savings have exceeded 30 percent.