Demand drivers
China dual-carbon (3060) targets, tightening EU ecodesign rules and global decarbonization are pushing heat recovery from optional to mandatory in new buildings and plants, lifting export demand for air-to-air cores.
Product-mix shift
Buyers are requesting more corrosion-proof polymer (PP) cores for harsh duty and high-efficiency counter-flow plates for data-center free cooling, alongside traditional enthalpy wheels for HVAC.
What it means for buyers
Capacity can tighten during policy-driven demand surges. Sourcing earlier, locking production slots and verifying certifications up front protects delivery timelines.