about
Creativity and analytical approach, innovative ideas and a massive research effort. This is HiRef.
At HiRef, we believe that innovation and sustainability, far from being two parallel concepts, are the only possible way of working in today's Cooling system industry.
The expertise and skills gained over the years have defined our DNA: we apply the most diverse technologies for precision air conditioning, in an effort to constantly optimise energy efficiency, with a view to reducing consumption and consequently, running costs.
history
Our drive towards innovation and customer satisfaction has led us to become what we are today: future-oriented, always looking beyond the standards.
Right from the start, HiRef's value-adding range of products have stood out for their ability to meet customer needs, offering personalised answers and tailor-made conditioning solutions.
A strong focus on customisation - which in recent years has translated into 85% non-standard products - is possible only if key processes are an integral part of business operations and are not contracted out to subsuppliers.
Over the years, this approach has resulted in independent spin-offs operating in various sectors of HVAC & R. Today, HiRef reunites a variety of skills that can work in synergy, increasing the company's development potential.
2001
HiRef SpA is here
Production area: 2500 m²
2001
We integrate our know-how by partnering with Tecno Refrigeration, a company specialised in commercial refrigeration
2007
In the geothermal and renewable energy sector, we found Eneren.
2007
At the same time, the spin-off IT.MET was born, specialising in sheet metal working.
2011
With the foundation of HiDew comes the opportunity to specialise in dehumidification.
2013
We integrate our know-how in the field of design and production of electrical panels with ECAT.
2019
HiRef offering is completed with HiRef Engineering, a company created for consultancy to designers and general contractor services.
The HiRef network
We are a network of companies working in synergy by integrating the supply chain vertically and in different areas of HVAC & R. What do we share? A common vision.
Eneren offers services and products for renewable energy air conditioning through heat pumps and geothermal systems.
Ecat
Ecat specialises in the production of electrical power and distribution panels for industrial automation and the refrigeration industry.
HiDew specialises in dehumidification, in particular in the production of dehumidifiers that can be combined with radiant systems for homes, swimming pools and industrial plants.
HiRef Engineering
HiRef Engineering is an engineering company that supports our commercial network by supplying consultancy in the fields of design, feasibility studies, project business plans and, if required, "turnkey" air conditioning systems.
It.Met deals with light steelwork, steel and aluminium machining, customised electrical control panels and containment boxes for Data Centers.
Tecno Refrigeration
Tecno Refrigeration specialises in commercial refrigeration and comfort air conditioning for the naval and railway sectors. It is a "competence center" for systems using CO2, a natural fluid chosen by HiRef to develop our sustainable future.
Associations
We believe in solidarity and friendly gestures. This is why we support associations which, like us, believe in the value of innovation aimed at economic, social and environmental sustainability.
ADCA Africa Data Centres Association
We share ADCA's mission: enhancing the economic growth of the data center industry for the company, governments and the media.
Associazione degli Amici dell'Università di Padova
HiRef is a Meritorious Member. We share the same ideas and values as the Friends of the University of Padua including the importance of expertise, innovation and being sensitive to people and the territory, in order to ensure a sustainable productive, social and environmental background.
OnGreening.com
The digital platform developed for designers of sustainable and LEED, WELL, BREEAM certified buildings. HiRef products have applied for "green" certifications.
EU Code of Conduct for Energy Efficiency in Data Centres
We support and share the EU code of conduct for energy efficiency in Data Centers. We believe in the importance of reducing energy consumption and we want to contribute to building a sustainable future for the next generations.
AiCARR: Italian Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Association
We are supporting members of AiCARR, the Italian air conditioning heating and refrigeration association
IDA: Italian Data Center Association
IDA: Italian Data Center Association
We are partner of IDA, the Italian Data Center Association
Projects we support
We are actively involved in projects that support talent and promote change for a better future. For us and for the next generations.
CUOA Business school
i Bambini delle Fate
Palazzo Zabarella