About TecumsehCool

"To engineer compression solutions that advance the efficiency, reliability, and environmental responsibility of refrigeration systems worldwide."

Engineering & Research Capabilities

Our six manufacturing plants and centralized R&D center house the testing infrastructure and engineering talent that drives continuous platform development.

Compressor Performance Lab

Calorimeter-equipped test chambers certified to AHRI 540 and EN 13771-1 standards. Capacity to simultaneously test 24 compressor units across the full evaporating and condensing temperature envelope.

Refrigerant Compatibility Lab

Dedicated facility for evaluating compressor performance with emerging low-GWP and natural refrigerants. Accelerated life testing, oil miscibility analysis, and material compatibility screening for R-290, R-744, and HFO blends.

Noise & Vibration Lab

Semi-anechoic chamber meeting ISO 3745 requirements for sound power level measurement. Laser vibrometry and modal analysis capabilities for compressor structural optimization and noise source identification.

1934 Founded

3,500+ Employees Worldwide

150+ R&D Engineers

6 Global Manufacturing Sites

Engineering Milestones

Key developments in TecumsehCool's compression engineering history.

1934

Company Founded

Established in Tecumseh, Michigan as a manufacturer of hermetic refrigeration compressors for the emerging commercial refrigeration industry.

1967

International Expansion

Opened first overseas manufacturing facility, beginning the expansion to what is now a six-plant global production network serving 80+ countries.

1998

R-134a Platform Launch

Completed the industry transition from R-12 (CFC, ODP=1.0) to R-134a (HFC, ODP=0) across the full hermetic compressor range, ahead of the Montreal Protocol deadline.

2012

Inverter-Compatible Platform

Introduced first generation of inverter-compatible rotary compressors with PMSM motors, achieving IE4 efficiency class for variable-speed commercial air conditioning.

2019

R-290 Propane Approval

Received EPA SNAP approval and CE marking for the R-290 hermetic compressor range, validated to IEC 60335-2-34 and EN 378 safety standards.

2024

HFO Blend Validation

Completed accelerated life testing and field validation of compressor compatibility with R-1234yf and R-1234ze(E) HFO refrigerants across hermetic and rotary platforms.

Certifications & Standards

TecumsehCool products carry independent third-party certifications recognized across global markets.

AHRI Certified Performance

Independent verification of compressor cooling capacity and energy efficiency ratings by the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute.

UL Listed

Underwriters Laboratories product safety certification for electrical and mechanical safety in North American installations.

CE Marking

European Conformity certification ensuring compliance with EU safety, health, and environmental protection directives.

ISO 9001 QMS

Quality management system certification across all manufacturing facilities, ensuring consistent production processes and continuous improvement.

ISO 14001 EMS

Environmental management system certification demonstrating commitment to reducing manufacturing environmental impact.

EPA SNAP Approved

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Significant New Alternatives Policy approval for refrigerant compatibility on designated compressor models.

Product Scope & Applicable Range

TecumsehCool specializes in hermetic and semi-hermetic compressors within a defined capacity and application envelope. Understanding our product boundaries helps engineers identify when our platforms are the right fit.

What We Cover

Hermetic reciprocating compressors: 1/12 HP to 3 HP
Rotary compressors: 1/4 HP to 5 HP
Air-cooled condensing units: 1/3 HP to 6 HP
Refrigerants: R-134a, R-404A, R-290, R-600a, R-32, R-410A
Evaporating temperatures: -35 C to +15 C (single stage)

Outside Our Current Scope

Large-capacity screw compressors above 30 HP (for central plant chillers, contact specialized manufacturers)
Ammonia (R-717) compressor systems (industrial-scale cold storage and ice plants)
Centrifugal compressors for district cooling or large HVAC chillers above 200 TR
CO2 transcritical booster systems (available as custom OEM project only, not standard catalog)