Ridha Internship Report
Ridha Internship Report
INTERNSHIP REPORT
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Name: USN:
RIDHA HASSAN 1NT21ME040
In partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the degree of Bachelor of
Engineering in Mechanical Engineering during 2024-2025
CERTIFICATE
This is to Certify that the Internship entitled “Standardization of Residential Outdoor Units” is a
bonafide work carried out by Ms. RIDHA HASSAN, bearing USN 1NT19ME040 in partial
fulfillment for the award of the degree Bachelor of Engineering in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
of the Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum during the academic year 2024-2025. It is
certified that all corrections/suggestions indicated during Internal Assessment have been incorporated
in the Report. The report has been approved as it satisfies the academic requirements in respect of
Internship work prescribed as per the Autonomous scheme of Nitte Meenakshi Institute of
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Internship Certificate
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the Internship entitled “Standardization of Residential Outdoor Units”
submitted by me to Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Bangalore in partial fulfilment of the
requirement for the award of the degree of B.E in Mechanical Engineering is a record of Bonafide
internship/mini-project work carried out by me under the guidance of Dr. Shiv Pratap Singh. I
further declare that the work reported in this internship/mini-project has not been submitted and will
not be submitted, either in part or in full, for the award of any degree or diploma in this institute or
any other universities.
PLACE: BENGALURU
SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE
DATE: 12-04-25
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Trane Technology, Bangalore, for offering me the
opportunity to undertake this internship and be part of their innovative team.
I am also grateful to respected Dr. Ramesh babu N, Head of Department, Mechanical Engineering,
for permitting me to use all the necessary facilities.
I am also thankful to all the other faculties and staff members of our department for their kind
cooperation and help.
Finally, I would like to express my deep appreciation towards my classmates and my indebtedness
to my parents for providing me the moral support and encouragement.
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ABSTRACT
This report summarizes the work completed during the first three months of my six-month
internship at Trane Technologies, where I am working as a Product Engineer Intern on the project
titled “Standardization of Residential Outdoor Units.” The primary objective of this project is to
support the transition to R-454B refrigerant by identifying opportunities for part standardization
across different residential HVAC outdoor units.
To achieve this, I have developed Python scripts that automate the extraction of essential
component data from Bill of Materials (BOM). The scripts are designed to filter and organize
specific part details—such as compressors, coils, air systems, cabinetry, control modules, and Tube
assemblies—corresponding to various model numbers. Once the data is extracted, I analyse the
components used in different units to determine the extent of standardization across models that are
designed to operate with R-454B refrigerant.
This project contributes toward improving efficiency and reducing part variation in manufacturing.
Throughout this internship, I have gained hands-on experience in data handling, Python automation,
BOM analysis, and component validation, while also developing a deeper understanding of HVAC
system design and standardization practices.
This report provides an overview of the tools, methodology, and progress made so far, along with
observations and insights that will guide the remaining phase of the project.
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WEEKLY OVERVIEW OF INTERNSHIP ACTIVITIES
Week 2 Learnt about how to use Python codes for Excel files
Week 3 Trial and Error of Python Codes for Generating Precise Output.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgement i
Company Offer Letter ii
Abstract iii
List of Figures iv
1. COMPANY PROFILE 1
1.1 About Company 1
1.2 History of Company 2
1.3 Founders of Company 3
1.4 Services offered by Company 4
2. INTRODUCTION 5
2.1 Objectives 6
2.2 Problem Statement 7
2.3 Proposed System 7
5. REFERENCE 19
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LIST OF FIGURES
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Standardization of Residential Outdoor Units
CHAPTER 1
COMPANY PROFILE
Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator that specializes in creating sustainable and
energy efficient solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation. Headquartered in
Davidson, North Carolina, USA, the company focuses on delivering innovative heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, refrigeration solutions, and digital
services that drive energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Key brands under Trane Technologies include:
Key Highlights:
• Operates in over 100 countries with a strong global presence.
• Committed to reducing carbon emissions through sustainable and energy-efficient
technologies.
• Focuses on digital transformation, AI-driven analytics, and IoT-enabled solutions to
optimize performance.
• Recognized for corporate sustainability leadership, with ambitious goals for carbon
neutrality and environmental impact reduction.
At Trane Technologies, Bengaluru, the company has a strong technology and innovation
hub that works on cloud computing, data analytics, IoT, and AI to enhance operational
efficiency and sustainability across industries.
1913 – Reuben Trane, son of James Trane, co-founded The Trane Company,
focusing on climate control systems.
1931 – Trane introduced its first air conditioning system, revolutionizing climate
control in buildings.
1984 – American Standard Companies acquired Trane, expanding its HVAC product
line.
2007 – Ingersoll Rand acquired Trane, integrating it into its portfolio of industrial
and climate solutions.
• Industrial Ventilation & Air Quality Control: Develops advanced air purification and
filtration systems.
• Building Automation & Controls: Implements IoT-driven smart building systems for
optimized energy use.
CHAPTER 2
INTRODUCTION
In the current era of sustainable development and energy efficiency, the HVAC industry is
rapidly evolving to adopt eco-friendly refrigerants and optimized component designs.
Trane Technologies, a global leader in climate solutions, is at the forefront of this transition
by integrating the low-GWP refrigerant R-454B into its residential systems. As part of this
initiative, standardization across various product lines plays a vital role in enhancing
manufacturing efficiency, reducing inventory complexity, and streamlining the supply chain.
This internship project focuses on standardizing components used in residential outdoor
units specifically designed for R-454B refrigerant.
The scope of the project includes extracting component-level data from the Bill of Materials
(BOM) for different models, identifying similarities and variations, and evaluating
opportunities for standardization. By automating the data extraction process using Python
scripts, this project reduces manual effort. The internship provided hands-on experience with
real-time product data and offered insights into the product development cycle, design
strategies, and sustainable manufacturing practices followed at Trane Technologies.
OBJECTIVES
• To collect component data for residential outdoor units from BOM files using
automation- Automate the extraction of relevant component information (such as
compressors, coils, cabinetry, etc.) using Python from structured BOM sheets.
• To identify part usage and variation across different R-454B outdoor unit
models- Analyse and compare the extracted component data to understand how
frequently and consistently parts are used across various models.
• To build reusable tools and scripts for data collection and analysis - Develop
scalable Python scripts that can be reused by other teams for future BOM analysis
and component tracking.
In the development of residential HVAC systems, especially outdoor units, a wide variety of
components are used across different m
models. These variations often arise due to legacy designs, different performance
requirements, and specific refrigerant compatibility. With the shift towards the R-454B
refrigerant, it becomes increasingly important to evaluate and streamline these components
to ensure consistent design practices and efficient resource utilization. However, manually
analysing part numbers and subassemblies from large and complex BOM documents is
time-consuming, error-prone, and lacks scalability.
To address this challenge, there is a need for an automated system that can extract, filter, and
organize BOM data for different unit models and help identify standardization opportunities.
Standardizing components not only simplifies product design and procurement but also
contributes to cost savings, reduced inventory, and better manufacturability. This project
aims to leverage Python-based automation to assist in decision-making during component
selection for R-454B residential outdoor units.
To tackle the challenges of manual data extraction and inconsistent part usage across
residential outdoor units, a Python-based automation system has been proposed. This system
focuses on parsing structured BOM files, extracting essential part numbers and
subassemblies, and organizing the data in a standardized Excel format. The goal is to enable
efficient analysis of component usage patterns across R-454B refrigerant units, ultimately
leading to the identification of standardization opportunities. The system is designed to be
scalable, reusable, and adaptable for future BOM datasets, thus supporting long-term
product optimization.
2. Script Development
• Developed Python scripts using libraries like pandas, openpyxl, and regex for data
extraction.
• Implemented filtering logic based on component types and hierarchical levels (e.g.,
Level ..3, ...4, ....5).
3.Component Classification
• Segregated key components such as Compressors, Coils, Cabinetry, Air System,
Controls, and Tube Assemblies.
• Applied conditions to map components accurately with their corresponding model
numbers.
5.Output Generation
• Structured the extracted data into Excel sheets with organized columns for each
component type.
• Ensured no repetition of common columns and proper formatting of the output sheet.
6. Analysis Readiness
• Enabled comparison across units by aligning extracted part numbers in a tabular
format.
METHODOLOGY
The methodology followed for this project is a systematic approach designed to extract,
process, and analyse BOM (Bill of Materials) data from residential outdoor units using
Python. The objective is to standardize components across R-454B refrigerant models by
identifying part similarities and variations. The process includes the following steps:
This methodology enables partial automation of BOM analysis and sets the foundation for
deeper standardization studies in the second half of the internship.
AREAS OF LEARNING
Technical Skills
Output Structuring
Mapped extracted items accurately to model numbers.
Organized output columns to avoid redundancy.
Filled missing entries with placeholders for consistent alignment.
Data Cleaning
Removed special characters and unwanted text.
Normalized data to a readable and comparable format.
Replaced missing or null values with 'NA'.
Output Formatting
Aligned component values row-wise to their respective model numbers.
Ensured consistent column structure across different unit models.
Saved output in easily shareable Excel files.
Design Considerations
Analysed how refrigerant affects coil and compressor choices.
Considered performance impacts and safety parameters.
Identified why certain components vary across models.
Standardization Impact
Explored how standardization simplifies transition to R-454B.
Reduced the complexity of BOM management during design phase.
Helped in identifying reusable parts for new refrigerant systems.
Pattern Recognition
Identified which components consistently repeat.
Noted models with unique or customized parts.
Categorized components based on usage frequency.
Decision Support
Enabled data-driven suggestions for part selection.
Supported value engineering discussions with clear data.
Logical Errors
Refined logic for exact match conditions.
Fixed errors from misaligned component entries.
Resolved duplication and redundancy in output.
Iterative Testing
Validated code accuracy with known model data.
Conducted tests on new BOMs to ensure scalability.
Improved run-time and output clarity with optimized scripts.
CHALLENGES ENCOUNTERED
CONCLUSION
Over the past three months of the internship, significant progress has been made in
developing a semi-automated Python-based system to extract part numbers and sub-
assemblies from BOM files of residential outdoor HVAC units. The system is capable of
filtering data based on assembly levels and descriptions and presents the results in a
structured format. This output serves as the foundation for identifying component
commonality and opportunities for standardization. The extracted and categorized data helps
provide a clearer picture of how different components and sub-assemblies are used across
various R-454B refrigerant units. This insight lays the groundwork for simplifying
component selection in future product development, reducing design variability, and aiding
value engineering efforts. It also brings clarity on whether design differences are
functionally necessary or driven by sourcing and documentation variations.
This phase of the internship has also contributed immensely to technical learning—ranging
from BOM interpretation and industrial data handling to scripting and data automation using
Python. Understanding the correlation between mechanical components and data structures
has enhanced both analytical and problem-solving skills, aligning well with the objectives of
a mechanical engineering internship. With the foundational data extraction system in place,
the next half of the internship will focus on deeper analysis. This includes comparing part
usage trends, identifying standardization candidates, and supporting cost optimization
strategies. The standardized format of the output file ensures easy integration of future
modules and paves the way for expanded functionality like visualization, trend mapping, or
part clustering.
REFERENCE
Internal References
Internal Bill of Materials (BOM) data of R-454B refrigerant residential outdoor units.
Component documentation and engineering guidelines provided during the internship.