Armstrong Fluid Technology has appointed Chintan Kharche as global director, offering management. In this role, he will oversee offering management across five product lines, with responsibility for market research, competitive analysis, product planning and product launches across the full product lifecycle.
Kharche will work with product line leaders to support innovation and improve lifecycle performance, with a focus on delivering energy-efficient mechanical solutions for buildings worldwide.
“I’m excited about Armstrong’s approach—using envelope solutions to reduce energy consumption at both the subsystem and entire system levels,” said Kharche. “Armstrong has demonstrated consistent results over many years, and I look forward to contributing to the company’s direction.”
Kharche brings more than eighteen years of experience across HVAC, renewables, industrial automation and power electronics. He joins Armstrong from Danfoss, where he most recently served as senior director of product management for HVACR and AQUA drives, leading portfolio strategy, product roadmaps and agile development. Prior to that, he was head of strategic portfolio management and strategy excellence, where he contributed to the long-term direction of AC drives and initiatives focused on energy efficiency.
“Chintan brings extensive experience in product and portfolio management,” said Charles Armstrong, executive chairman at Armstrong Fluid Technology. “His appointment supports the company’s continued focus on developing efficient fluid-flow solutions.”
In his new role, Kharche will collaborate across global teams to align product offerings with market needs and operational priorities.
