I love a good origin story, and PT Bukaka Inti Aircon has one that reads like a blueprint for resilience. Eighteen years ago, the company started with a handful of technicians focused on chiller service. Today, it has matured into a full-stack provider of air-conditioning system solutions—from lifecycle maintenance and plant optimization to complex retrofits that turn energy guzzlers into quiet, efficient performers.

That evolution isn’t just corporate lore. It’s measurable. In a flagship project at CitiMall Cilegon, Bukaka combined cooling towers, pumps, and chillers under an integrated controls strategy to drive down total plant energy use dramatically. The result: a system efficiency of 0.58 kW/TR—compelling proof that careful engineering and precise controls can squeeze more comfort out of fewer kilowatts.

“From five technicians to an industry leader—our journey over 18 years has been fueled by innovation and dedication. At CitiMall Cilegon we pushed chiller-plant efficiency to 0.58 kW/TR. With hard work, exceptional outcomes are possible,” says Irwanto Susilo, Director of PT Bukaka Inti Aircon.

The Climate Imperative Meets HVAC Innovation

As Indonesia accelerates its climate commitments in line with the Paris Agreement, the HVAC industry finds itself at a crossroads: improve comfort while slashing carbon. Bukaka Inti Aircon, with its retrofit expertise, and Clivet, with its magnetic-bearing chiller technology, have joined forces to place a new tool in the hands of building owners: the compact magnetic chiller MagLine Evo.

MagLine Evo is engineered to thrive where most building projects actually happen—in existing spaces with real constraints. It’s compact, light, modular, and optimized for high efficiency, particularly at part load. And crucially, it’s compatible with lower-impact refrigerants that align with Indonesia’s decarbonization pathway.

“The IPCC has long underscored the urgency of tackling ozone depletion and global warming. Indonesia’s pledge to curb greenhouse gases is clear. Our industry is responding with safer refrigerants and smarter machines. MagLine Evo is a significant step—higher efficiency, lower footprint,” says Videlis Damanik, Product Specialist at PT Bukaka Inti Aircon.

Meet MagLine Evo: Compact, Magnetic, and Retrofit-Ready

• Cooling capacity: approximately 130–200 TR per module
• Weight: under 3 tons per unit, making rigging and replacement feasible in tight plant rooms
• Footprint: up to 27% space savings versus conventional alternatives
• Modularity: scale up to 16 modules on a single loop for phased deployment and resilience
• Refrigerants: options for R134a and R1234ze to align with environmental objectives
• Compressor technology: oil-free, magnetic-bearing compressors with internal refrigerant cooling for quiet, robust operation across varied conditions

In practice, that combination translates to flexible installation, faster retrofits, and meaningful operating-cost reductions. The oil-free magnetic compressor eliminates parasitic losses and maintenance headaches associated with traditional lubrication systems. Meanwhile, advanced controls help the system ride the part-load curve efficiently—where buildings operate most of the time.

Why Part-Load Efficiency Wins the Real World

Most commercial buildings seldom run at full design load. The magic happens between 30% and 70% load, where the lion’s share of hours accumulate. MagLine Evo’s control logic and compressor turndown are tuned for that reality, delivering substantial energy savings hour after hour. For owners, that means a credible path to lower utility bills, reduced Scope 2 emissions, and a smaller plant room footprint without compromising comfort or redundancy.

Launch Moment: Jakarta, October 4, 2024

Clivet’s MagLine Evo made its Indonesian debut on October 4, 2024, at Pullman Central Park, Jakarta—marking another milestone in the strategic collaboration between PT Bukaka Inti Aircon and Clivet. The partnership centers on giving retrofit-heavy markets a fast, dependable route to efficiency upgrades that also advance environmental goals.

What This Means for Building Owners and Asset Managers

• Lower total cost of ownership through energy savings and reduced maintenance
• Shorter retrofit timelines thanks to compact, modular units
• Compliance support for evolving refrigerant and emissions policies
• A practical lever for ESG performance and carbon accounting

A Roadmap for Sustainable Cooling

Indonesia’s commercial real estate is full of buildings with aging plants and limited space. That’s exactly the environment MagLine Evo was designed for. With Bukaka’s retrofit acumen and Clivet’s magnetic technology, owners can decarbonize faster without tearing down walls—literally or figuratively.

In a sector that often measures progress in seasonal averages and service intervals, MagLine Evo feels refreshingly immediate: tangible efficiency, compact hardware, and refrigerant choices that look ahead, not back. For a market facing both climate pressure and cost constraints, that’s more than a new product—it’s a timely instrument for change.

About PT Bukaka Inti Aircon

Founded in 2006, PT Bukaka Inti Aircon began as a chiller maintenance specialist and has grown into a comprehensive HVAC solutions partner. Beyond routine service, the company designs site-specific solutions, selects optimal units, delivers and builds on time, and pursues long-term performance in line with sustainability goals. At its core is a commitment to helping clients achieve durable, efficient, and environmentally responsible cooling systems.

Writer: Aditya Wardhana