Amerigon is a full-service technology supplier, available to assist in early evaluations of customer needs for a thermoelectric (TE) application, through to the manufacturing of a final product. We are involved at every step of the development process.
The integration of our thermoelectric device and air-flow products requires a thorough technical, environmental, and economic evaluation of each application. Our experienced design and test engineers use this understanding to create products that perform effectively and reliably. Amerigon maintains extensive manufacturing experience of thermoelectric-based products.
With lean resources common in corporations today, Amerigon has continued to take on larger roles in executing full scale product development efforts with our partners. In addition to our full-service supplier capabilities, other corporate strengths include:
Thermoelectric Applications
From our first thermoelectric-based product, the Climate Control Seat® for the automotive market, to consumer products such as beds, cup holders, and personal coolers, Amerigon has extensive experience in adapting thermoelectric devices to a variety of applications. Whether it is an air-to-air or liquid-to-air convective system, or a metal plate conductive application, Amerigon has the modeling, testing and design experience to optimize the TE performance in any given application.
Noise, Vibration and Airflow Management
For each thermal solution product that is developed, extensive design is conducted to achieve a balance between airflow, noise, vibration, reliability and low cost. Amerigon offers a suite of dual outlet blowers, small single outlet blowers and more sophisticated integrated thermoelectric and blower assemblies to fit a variety of applications.
Advancing Core Technology
Our world class research and development subsidiary, BSST, continues to work on the advancement of thermoelectric technology for heating/cooling and power generation. Through government, industry, and university partners, BSST had built a network of scientists to realize advance thermoelectric use in the automotive, healthcare, electronics, and military markets.
Program Management
In the global automotive market, Amerigon understands the importance of managing cross-functional teams to meet demanding customer requirements. Amerigon operates in either a Tier 1 or Tier 2 capacity, depending on the program and customer request. Our worldwide presence improves our customer response time and overall support.
Testing
Amerigon's complete test laboratory offers the latest in high tech test equipment. Rigorous tests are completed on all products to ensure performance, durability and reliability during both the design and verification stages.
CCS® Available in Aftermarket Nationwide
Amerigon is partnering with Classic Soft Trim (CST) to offer heated and cooled seat systems in the custom car, retrofit, and automotive aftermarket industry nationwide.
More: Aftermarket News Release
The Greening of Automotive HVAC
Amerigon BSST subsidiary has been selected as a partner in the U.S. DOE project to develop thermoelectric technology for automotive heating and cooling. The goal is to reduce energy consumption, engine load, and greenhouse gas emissions.