China is the world’s largest manufacturing base for refrigerator compressors, supplying approximately 80% of global demand. Beyond scale, leading Chinese compressor manufacturers are pushing continuous innovation in areas such as energy efficiency, low-noise operation, environmental performance, and long-term reliability—accelerating the industry’s transition toward high-end, technology-driven, green, and intelligent development.

From March 12 to 15, 2026, the Appliance & Electronics World Expo 2026 (AWE 2026) will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. For the first time, Hall E2 will be dedicated as a standalone industrial supply chain hall, focusing on upstream core components and related solutions across the home appliance and consumer electronics value chain. At AWE 2026, leading refrigerator compressor brands—including Jiaxipera, GMCC, Donper, Qianjiang Refrigeration, Nidec, Wanbao, and Danfoss—are set to converge, presenting their latest R&D achievements, core technologies, and flagship products planned for 2026. Together, they will offer an early look at the innovation momentum and technological depth of China’s refrigerator compressor industry.

AWE 2026: A Prime Stage for Showcasing Industrial Strength

AWE has long chronicled the evolution of China’s home appliance industry through sustained technological and product innovation. In 2026, the introduction of a dedicated supply chain hall marks a strategic step to strengthen collaboration across the global appliance and consumer electronics ecosystem. By centrally showcasing upstream technological advancements, AWE aims to enhance alignment between supply chain partners, facilitate targeted business matchmaking, and accelerate the connection between technology innovation and market demand. This exhibition concept has received strong support from upstream manufacturers, with planning for the supply chain hall progressing steadily. Refrigerator compressors are set to become one of its central highlights.

Changhong Huayi will double its exhibition area at AWE 2026, presenting its three compressor brands—HUAYI, JIAXIPERA, and CUBIGEL. According to a company representative, AWE has consistently served as a key platform for Changhong Huayi to stay closely connected to market trends, deepen partnerships, and expand business opportunities. The expo not only provides precise exposure for its multi-brand portfolio, but also enables direct, in-depth engagement with both existing and potential customers. A representative from Jiaxipera emphasized the value of AWE as an industry platform: “AWE brings together a tremendous amount of industry information every year. It allows companies to track technology trends, identify supply chain collaboration opportunities, understand shifts in the competitive landscape, explore product differentiation, and uncover emerging application scenarios. Each participation delivers meaningful insights.”

Over successive editions of AWE, Donper has successfully launched a range of innovative products, including ultra-high-efficiency inverter compressors and solutions based on R290 natural refrigerant. Today, AWE has become a key bridge connecting compressor manufacturers with appliance brands and international procurement channels. A Donper representative noted: “Participation in AWE has strengthened market recognition of Donper’s high-efficiency, energy-saving, and intelligent technologies. At the same time, it has enabled us to closely track global demand for energy efficiency upgrades and low-carbon transformation. At AWE 2026, Donper will expand its exhibition space and present itself with an even stronger presence.”

By providing a dual platform for technology showcase and supply chain collaboration, AWE continues to demonstrate its unique value to the industry.

Innovation in Focus: What Leading Brands Will Preview at AWE 2026

At the previous AWE, clear industry trends emerged, including higher energy efficiency, lower noise, compact design, and broader adoption of inverter technology. After another year of technical accumulation and innovation, refrigerator compressor manufacturers are preparing to unveil new upgrades and product iterations at AWE 2026.

According to Changhong Huayi, the company will demonstrate the integration of compressors with smart home IoT platforms, highlighting “green and intelligent” refrigeration solutions. Key showcases will include full-scenario R290 natural refrigerant solutions, AI-based intelligent load-matching systems, and a broad portfolio of products such as ultra-high-efficiency R600a inverter silent compressors, ultra-high-efficiency R290 commercial inverter compressors, vehicle-mounted DC compressors, R290 commercial inverter condensing unit solutions, and E28/E35 series scroll compressors for new energy vehicle air-conditioning systems. Jiaxipera will highlight three major product series at AWE 2026: VNW1113Y, VTF1116YLS, and VXU1050YL. The VNW1113Y is a next-generation super high-efficiency inverter compressor, achieving a COP of 2.75 under low-temperature conditions. The VTF1116YLS features a wide speed range with a maximum speed of 5,100 rpm, offering strong low-speed performance, reduced high-speed noise, and a wide cooling capacity range. The VXU1050YL is an ultra-lightweight inverter compressor designed for emerging applications such as water dispensers.

At AWE 2026, GMCC and Welling will introduce new refrigerator compressor products for both household and commercial applications. They will also showcase compressors, motors, chips, and valves used in air-conditioning heat pumps, washer-dryer systems, household refrigerators, and vehicle-mounted refrigeration solutions.

With a newly built super factory capable of producing 60 million compressors annually, Qianjiang Refrigeration continues to strengthen its capabilities in product quality, motor efficiency, and intelligent electronic control systems. Its AWE 2026 showcase will focus on ultra-high-efficiency R600a inverter compressors, commercial R290 high-efficiency inverter compressors, and front-installed vehicle-mounted DC inverter compressors, highlighting its adaptability across diverse refrigeration scenarios.

Donper will present piston and rotary compressors for applications including refrigerators, freezers, and heat pump air conditioners. Key exhibits will include the VQ series flat inverter compressors, VFL series ultra-high-efficiency inverter compressors, and Q series rotary inverter compressors. Among them, the globally pioneering VQ series flat inverter compressor, with a minimum height of just 100 mm, stands out for its high efficiency, low noise, minimal vibration, stable operation, and high reliability—opening new possibilities for refrigerator interior design.

Wanbao Compressors will showcase a range of newly developed products centered on energy efficiency, ultra-low noise, low carbon, intelligence, and reliability. These include ultra-high-efficiency, ultra-quiet, wide-speed-range inverter compressors, as well as compact AC/DC dual-use inverter compressors, offering innovative solutions to support new energy efficiency standards and emerging refrigeration and ice-making applications.

In line with the industry’s shift toward full inverter adoption, Danfoss will present its comprehensive inverter compressor portfolio at AWE 2026, focusing on LPZ/VDM/U/E series platforms. These products demonstrate advances in lightweight design, energy efficiency, and noise reduction. Danfoss will also introduce its NR series R290 high-efficiency lightweight commercial compressors, designed for applications such as display cabinets and freezers.

The collective presence of leading refrigerator compressor brands represents just one highlight of AWE 2026. Through its dedicated supply chain hall, the exhibition will comprehensively showcase the technological strength of China’s home appliance manufacturing ecosystem—from core components to end applications—continuing to chart the industry’s transition from follower to global leader.