ARBS 2026, Australia’s biggest HVAC&R exhibition, provided the perfect opportunity for STIEBEL ELTRON to showcase its latest innovations, industry partnerships, and sustainable solutions. Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, this year's event featured our most impressive stand to date, highlighting a wide range of products designed to support the future of efficient hot water, heating, ventilation and cooling systems.
Celebrating 50 years of Heat Pumps
This year's event was particularly significant as STIEBEL ELTRON celebrated 50 years of heat pump innovation. Our stand was designed to honour this milestone, showcasing the evolution of our technology across hot water, hydronic, and geothermal heat pump solutions, alongside a range of complementary products and solutions.
To mark the occasion, we hosted a special celebration with our valued partners and clients. With excellent food, refreshments, and engaging conversations, the event provided a fitting opportunity to reflect on five decades of innovation and the relationships that have contributed to our success.
hpnext Launch
In addition of this celebration of innovation, ARBS 2026 also marked the launch of our newest generation of hydronic heat pumps, the WPL-A trend. Visitors had the opportunity to see the units firsthand and speak directly with our expert team about the technology, performance, and applications behind the new range.
The launch also highlighted our exclusive distribution partnership with Hunt Heating, who will be distributing the WPL-A trend range throughout Australia. Utilising natural R290 refrigerant technology, the new generation delivers exceptional efficiency while reducing environmental impact. Representing our safest, quietest, and most sustainable hydronic heat pumps to date, the WPL-A trend attracted significant interest from attendees throughout the exhibition.
Commercial Hot Water Reveal
Presented by Ben Reul, Head of Strategic Development Asia Pacific, this reveal showcased STIEBEL ELTRON Australia's first Commercial Hot Water Skid featuring the new WPL-A trend heat pumps. During the presentation, Ben highlighted the company's recent evolution from supplying individual products to delivering complete, engineered hot water solutions for large-scale commercial projects.
Combining the performance of the WPL-A trend heat pumps with integrated system components, the new skid demonstrates our commitment to providing efficient, scalable, and future-ready commercial hot water solutions. Finished in a sleek matte anthracite design across both the heat pumps and buffer tanks, the system delivers a modern appearance to match its advanced capabilities.
Overall, ARBS 2026 was a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry professionals, customers, and partners across three exciting days. Thank you to everyone who visited our stand, attended our presentations, and celebrated this milestone with us. We look forward to continuing to drive innovation and delivering sustainable solutions for the next 50 years and beyond.