Danfoss India has launched a new line of industrial refrigeration valves—the STL series—developed and manufactured entirely in India. The new valve family was introduced at REFCOLD India 2025, South Asia’s leading refrigeration and cold-chain exhibition, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from September 18 to 20. The launch was attended by industry stakeholders, including Jasmohan Singh, Managing Director of Frick India Ltd, underlining strong industry support for Danfoss’s efforts to expand local capabilities in the cold-chain segment.
Madhur Sehgal, Head of Climate Solutions Sales at Danfoss India, described the STL series as a step forward in refrigeration valve technology tailored for India’s needs. “The STL range has been built to meet the demands of India’s growing cold-chain industry. With a focus on modularity, easy maintenance, and reliability, these valves help reduce system downtime, improve energy efficiency, and increase operational life. Whether it’s fruits, vegetables, dairy, or seafood—STL valves ensure consistent and efficient performance.”
Ravichandran Purushothaman, President of Danfoss India and Chairman of CII’s National Committee on Cold Chain, emphasized the importance of REFCOLD as a platform for industry progress “REFCOLD continues to bring together key voices from the policy, industry, and technology sectors to address India’s cold-chain challenges. With the STL valve family, developed locally to meet international benchmarks, we are contributing to food security, lowering post-harvest losses, and advancing sustainable practices in refrigeration.”
Built to support India’s cold storage infrastructure, the STL valves are especially suited for applications requiring stable and efficient temperature control. From bulk storage hubs in northern India to multi-use cold storage facilities nationwide, STL brings the advantages of local production—faster delivery, simplified servicing, and reduced operational costs.
Anju Mary Kuruvilla, Director of Industry & Public Affairs at Danfoss India, highlighted the significance of this local development:“This launch is another step toward our ‘Make in India’ vision. Locally manufactured products like the STL valve series allow quicker market response, lower total cost of ownership, and better on-ground support for our customers. It’s about delivering global-quality solutions with Indian engineering.”
With this product introduction at REFCOLD 2025, Danfoss India has reaffirmed its leadership in refrigeration and its focus on localized, sustainable technology that supports a stronger and more reliable cold-chain network across the country.
Danfoss India is a wholly owned subsidiary of the global Danfoss Group and plays a key role in delivering energy-efficient solutions across multiple sectors. Based in Oragadam, Chennai, the company designs and manufactures products that serve both Indian and international markets, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in sustainable technology.
The company’s offerings span a wide range of applications, including drives and motor control, refrigeration, air conditioning, heating systems, HVAC, district cooling, industrial hydraulics, fluid conveyance, and equipment for heavy industries. These solutions are tailored to support the infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy needs of a rapidly evolving economy.
Danfoss India has built a robust presence across the country through an extensive network of sales and service teams, supported by reliable channel partners. With a workforce of over 3,500 professionals, the company ensures close engagement with customers and timely support for its advanced engineering products and systems.
The India operations are led by Ravichandran Purushothaman, who serves as the President of the Danfoss India region. Under his leadership, the company continues to invest in innovation, localization, and partnerships that align with national goals for energy efficiency, sustainability, and industrial growth.
Globally, Danfoss was established in 1933 and has since grown into a major engineering company with expertise in technologies that enhance performance, reduce emissions, and enable electrification. Serving industries such as automation, automotive, marine, renewable energy, and urban infrastructure, Danfoss operates 95 manufacturing facilities and employs over 40,000 people worldwide. It remains a family-owned business, committed to long-term value creation and global impact.
