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Jaga UK opens new low-carbon showroom and training facility in Herefordshire

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Jaga UK, designers and manufacturers of innovative, sustainable heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, has officially opened its new purpose-built low-carbon facility in Ledbury, Herefordshire.

The state-of-the-art facility, named ‘Kriekels House’ after the company’s founding family, was opened on 20 June with a ceremony attended by Jaga employees, customers, suppliers, and industry partners.

A Vision for Net Zero

Jan Kriekels, the CEO and visionary leader of Jaga, emphasised the company’s commitment to accelerating the decarbonisation of buildings. During his address, he highlighted the importance of achieving net-zero emissions and showcased Jaga’s role in this global initiative before cutting the ribbon to officially open the facility.

The opening marks a significant milestone for Jaga as it’s home to the company’s first state-of-the-art UK demo and training facility, where they can showcase the powerful heating and cooling capacity of their products with heat pumps, and visitors can get hands-on experience with low-carbon HVAC technologies.

Features of Kriekels House

In line with the company’s sustainability ethos, Kriekels House was designed with a fabric-first approach to maximise energy-efficiency and minimise carbon emissions. The building features:

  • Offices and warehouse space: Providing a comprehensive operational base to service UK customers.
  • Demo and training facility: The first of its kind in the UK, this space allows visitors to experience Jaga’s heat pump radiators and other low-carbon HVAC technologies in action. It will be available for hands-on training for HVAC professionals and students.
  • Heating and cooling: Provided by high-efficiency, low-temperature heat pump radiators powered by a combination of a 15kW ground source heat pump and four 16kW air source heat pumps.
  • Solar PV: Solar panels covering half the roof space generate over 120,000 kWh annually, supporting the facility’s energy needs and providing electric car charging stations for staff and visitors.
  • Advanced Building Management System: A Qbus system manages HVAC, lighting, and security, ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency.
  • Fully accessible plant room on display: Visitors can see the full workings of a building serviced by renewable technologies.

A Hub for Learning and Innovation

Phil Mangnall, Managing Director of Jaga UK, expressed excitement about the new facility, saying,

“After 11 months of building, we’re delighted to have moved into and officially opened our new building.

Kriekels House is designed to foster learning and innovation, and embodies our company ethos – centred around sustainability, creativity and social responsibility. Powered by renewable technologies, with open workspaces and dedicated training areas, we are well-equipped to continue delivering exceptional products for our customers and we hope to play a key role in inspiring the next generation of HVAC engineers to help design the net zero buildings of the future.

We’d like to thank everyone who worked on Kriekels House, helping us make our dream sustainable facility a reality. Here’s to an exciting future in our new home.”

ABOUT JAGA UK

Jaga are pioneers in designing innovative, ecologically sustainable heating, cooling and ventilation systems using less energy and fewer raw materials, ensuring a better indoor climate without damaging the outdoor climate.

The opening of Kriekels House emphasises Jaga UK’s dedication to sustainability and innovation, positioning the company at the forefront of the green building revolution.

For more photos from the event, see Jaga UK’s Latest News

What increasing UK electricity demand means for specifiers of home heating and hot water systems

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The UK has a commitment in law to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, along with an aim to reduce 2035 emissions by 78% when compared to 1990 levels. With a backdrop of increasing electricity demand and a continuing requirement to balance to the energy grid, the housing sector has a large part to play in getting domestic energy right.

In both new build housing developments and in retrofit upgrades of existing housing, specifiers can make wise and future-proof choices that not only meet or exceed legislative requirements, but that also enable new ways for householders to use and store energy.

In this article, Andrew Ogden, Head of the Technical team at Kingspan Water & Energy, outlines how the UK’s demand for electricity is set to increase, and what that means for specifiers of home heating and hot water systems in new build and refurbished homes.

Increasing demand for electricity

The UK’s annual electricity demand currently stands at 320.7 TWh but is forecast to increase to between 550-680 TWh in 2050, depending how net zero is achieved.

This increased demand is expected to come from the transition to clean electricity as an alternative to fossil fuels such as oil and gas, specifically from:

  1. A move towards low-carbon electric-based heating systems instead of gas and oil
  2. A transition to electric cars and vans
  3. Electrification of heavy industry and hydrogen production

These first two points are particularly relevant to domestic housing specifiers.

The UK energy grid

Against the context of a significant uplift in demand for electricity, power generation will increasingly come from intermittent renewables such as wind and solar. In fact, renewables are forecast to account for up to 84% of Great Britain’s electricity generation by 2050, according to the National Grid’s Future Energy Scenarios (FES). This makes the UK energy grid more challenging to balance to the 50Hz standard frequency (with 1% tolerance) that’s required to keep it stable, a process that’s managed by the National Grid.

Why more challenging? Simply, solar and wind are less easy to control within a very short amount of time, meaning that additional factors – demand side response and increased energy storage – come into play to keep the grid balanced, at the right frequency, and running as it should.

The role of demand side response

One method to help keep the grid stable is through demand side response (DSR), which typically uses data and digital technology to help manage energy demand.

From a household perspective, we’ve seen this in action in England, Scotland and Wales over the last two winters through the Demand Flexibility Service, where energy companies give points or money off bills to householders who avoid using heavy energy-consuming appliances during pre-defined time periods. As an example, The Demand Flexibility Service half-hour period on 23rd January 2023 resulted in a 324 MW reduction in demand.

Another DSR mechanism is smart energy tariffs for electricity. These are flexible tariffs where the consumer price of electricity per kilowatt Hour (kWH) varies depending on demand across the grid. Consumers can see hour-by-hour pricing using their energy providers’ app and then plan when to use high energy-consuming appliances accordingly. At some times of day electricity can be free, or householders can even get paid to use it!

Another variant of a smart energy tariff is the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) tariff, where homes with solar panels or other renewables that can generate energy can export surplus energy to the grid to earn money. We’ll get into more detail about generating and storing energy shortly.

What does all this mean for specifiers? In all these scenarios, consumers can only benefit if they have a smart meter installed. In the case of new builds, specifiers should make sure they’re familiar with the BEIS publication, “Smart Meter Guidance for Domestic New Builds”. In retrofit applications, some households – for example blocks of apartments – may not currently have smart meters installed; meaning it’s something specifiers should factor into their refurbishment plans.

The role of increased energy storage

Energy storage is another mechanism that will be increasingly used to help keep the UK energy grid stable. The good news for householders and specifiers is that having products that can store energy can help with household bills, EPC and – potentially – SAP ratings.

Storing energy is a key component of National Grid’s Future Energy Scenarios (FES)5, which sums up the trends that will support achievement of the UK Government’s 2050 net zero target.

The FES forecasts that energy storage capacity by 2050 will increase more than ten-fold compared to today; from 3 GW (in 2022) to (up to) 47 GW.

Energy can be stored (and smart tariffs accessed) through various smart technology-enabled home heating and other products that housing specifiers can consider in new build developments or refurbishment projects. These include:

  • Smart hot water cylinders
  • Solar panels
  • Heat pumps
  • Heat batteries
  • Electric vehicles (in conjunction with a household charging port)

The results of a 2022 government consultation agreed that a future “smart mandate” will require heat pumps, electric storage heaters and heat batteries to have smart functionality, with an indicative implementation date of 2026-27.

In addition, regulation is now in place for all electric vehicle charge-points sold in England, Scotland and Wales to have smart functionality.

The Hot Water Association’s (HWA) Connected Homes report highlights a variety of smart home heating and hot water technologies already available. Examples include our very own Range Tribune MXi hot water cylinders that connect to a solar PV system. Powered by Mixergy technology, these cylinders use top-down heating to heat only the percentage of hot water that’s required, meaning householders only pay for what they need. Surplus solar PV energy can connect to the grid to benefit from smart tariffs and can also be stored for future use.

The HWA report also makes a case for the specification of smart technologies to be reflected in an improved SAP rating for new build properties.

We’d encourage specifiers to consider how smart technologies can be scoped into new build and refurbished housing now, given the raft of products on the market that can already deliver this technology.

The future is smart

Smart technology trends for home heating and hot water are also echoed in the Government’s Future Homes Standard (England only), whose latest consultation recently concluded.

Technology continues to evolve, but the future home could be heated by a heat pump and/or a solar PV solar installation all hooked up to a smart hot water cylinder, with smart energy tariffs and Smart Export Guarantee tariffs becoming the norm.

In summary, we’d encourage specifiers to consider smart connected home heating and hot water systems now, to be ready and ahead of an increasingly legislated route to net zero in the future.

Mix and match with 3 versions of the Mendip Woodland Large stove – Made in Britain

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Manufactured in Somerset, this British designed stove, with all the qualities needed for today’s modern living, is now available in a larger design, perfect for open-plan schemes and spacious living areas. The Woodland Large has something for everyone, with 3 different iterations, Electric, Gas and a traditional woodburning offer.

The Mendip Woodland Large DC 7kW woodburner

The new Woodland Large DC woodburner is a powerful 7kW stove with higher legs and a deep chamber for a spacious feel. Its large glass viewing window and clean-lined look make it ideal for both contemporary and classic interiors.The

The Woodland Gas fire

The Woodland Gas fire, inspired by the woodburning version, is perfect for smoke free locations, and features easy to use controls, and a realistic log effect. The programmable handset allows complete control over the stove.

The Woodland electric fire

And the Woodland Electric brings all the convenience of an electric fire into a statement piece for your living areas, or even bedroom. This 570mm wide 2kW stove is fully programmable, enabling users to set a specific heat requirement at a specific time, so no more coming home to a cold house after work or a trip away. The flames can be selected in multiple colours to create a different ambience at various times of the day.

So why not have one of each!

About Mendip Stoves

Mendip Stoves, manufacturer of modern woodburning and multifuel stoves, opened its brand-new factory in Somerset in January 2023. The Mendip range is also designed in Britain, ensuring that the stoves are beautifully built by experienced craftsmen using cutting-edge technology. Mendip stoves are manufactured to exceed British standards with demand for quality at every stage. From its heavy-duty steel body to the ergonomically designed door handle, every detail has been meticulously considered.

The Woodland Large woodburner costs from £2,287. The gas version is from £2,412 and the Electric from £980.

Did you know PV cylinders could help cut build costs and boost SAP?

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Find out how the new PV cylinder from Kingspan can help improve your project’s sustainability and add value for customers­­.

Are you looking for a simple way to improve your projects sustainability?

If you’re involved in designing or specifying domestic hot water and heating systems, you know how important it is to select the right products for your project. With the recent stringent Building Regulations changes demanding a 31% cut in new build carbon emissions, the pressure is mounting to improve sustainability and achieve required minimum SAP ratings while keeping build costs low.

Enter Kingspan’s latest product – the Range Tribune MXi unvented cylinder.

Boasting a built-in PV diverter and Mixergy smart technology, it maximises the benefits of each solar panel, boosting SAP scores and creating headroom so you can optimise both performance of the system and build cost.

Recognised in SAP Appendix Q, the Range Tribune MXi cylinder ensures higher EPC ratings for homeowners and is packed with other features that really add value for the end user and help your project stand out, such as machine learning to help minimise running costs or grid-enabled DSR technology to access smart energy tariffs. Not to mention the intuitive app controls available on smartphones and smart speakers.

Additionally, the cylinders come future-proofed with auxiliary flow and return bosses for connecting to a heat pump now or in future.

The MXi cylinder offers a unique and compelling proposition for everyone involved – builders and homeowners, landlords and tenants can all gain unprecedented levels of control and potential cost savings throughout the product’s lifespan.

Explore more on our website and reach out for assistance with your new build or refurbishment project.

 

 

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Adveco FUSION Simplifies Low-Carbon Water Heating

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  • Expanded range of electric water heaters (Fusion-E) and packaged renewable water heaters (FUSION-T)
  • Rugged and highly resilient for use in both hard and soft water conditions
  • Easier and faster to install

Commercial hot water specialist Adveco expands its award-winning low-carbon FUSION packaged electric water heater system. Offering 80 pre-sized variants and multiple prebuilt pipework options FUSION simplifies the process of specifying and installing sustainable hot water in commercial buildings.

FUSION-E is an electric water heater combining Adveco’s ARDENT electric boiler with a specially designed single (ATSI) corrosion-resistant stainless steel high-pressure indirect cylinder, pipework, thermostat and overheat thermostat. FUSION-T packages the electric boiler with a twin-coil (ATST) cylinder an FPi-32 monobloc air source heat pump (ASHP) and a FUSION Control Box for greater carbon reduction. FUSION-E and T-plus plus variants incorporate a 6 kW electric backup immersion and FUSION Control Box, plus provide remote alerts for added business resiliency.

The entire FUSION line now supports storage capacities ranging from 300 to 750-litre capacity with nominal power output starting at 14 kW in the FUSION-E and up to 33 kW in FUSION-T models that combine the electric boiler and an ASHP. FUSION will now support continuous flow rates of over 560 litres per hour, and in excess of 1380 litres during a two-hour period of peak usage.

Compared to equivalent gas-fired water heating systems the FUSION-E models, solely deploying the ARDENT electric boiler will provide carbon emission savings of more than 38%. But with smart controls balancing two heat sources in FUSION-T models contribution from the ASHP is maximised to deliver a working flow of 50-55°C at an ambient operating temperature of 2°C setting a realistic benchmark for operating conditions in the UK. This ensures the electric boiler is not required to work as hard to raise flow temperatures to the 65°C demanded by commercial applications. Carbon emissions compared to electric-only systems are cut by up to 29% and by as much as 56% compared to gas-fired equivalents.

Incorporating water heating as a part of a sustainable building strategy, whether new build or retrofit, is typically complex and therefore time time-consuming and expensive. FUSION was conceived to address these challenges, simplifying the specification and installation of water heating with defined carbon savings. With the electric boiler mounted directly onto the cylinder with pre-built pipework supporting left or right-sided boiler location, FUSION is a more compact, space-saving alternative to gas water heating that can be installed and operational in as little as four hours.

Bill Sinclair, technical director, Adveco says: “With greater choice and continued development, FUSION stands as the benchmark for all-electric water heating in commercial buildings that must address their carbon emissions today. The hybrid approach that FUSION-T variants provide is, without doubt, the most effective and efficient way of optimising current technology to address net zero strategies in a realistic, lower-impact and cost-effective manner.”

“FUSION has proven to be a tough all-rounder, no matter a project’s location,” Bill continues.  The corrosive effects of soft water are easily mitigated by FUSION’s stainless steel cylinders whilst the electric boiler, with multiple immersions inside its sealed storage tank, provides automatically balanced usage to prolong system life and immediate resilience for the boiler.  With this sealed ‘primary’ loop, the electric boiler heats the same water continuously effectively eliminating limescale issues typically found in electric systems used in hard water areas. “FUSION continues to run clear and free of scale after a year of operation whereas electric immersions at the same location can be reduced to scrap in a matter of weeks,” Bill observes.

For those wishing to futureproof a specification, the FUSION-E systems can also be supplied with a twin-coil ATST cylinder as an alternative to the ATSI. Prebuilt pipework provides connection for the electric boiler to the lower coil in this case. The addition of a heat pump later can therefore be supported with a new pipework kit and controls upgrading the system to a FUSION-T specification.

For commercial organisations with both small or larger sink-led hot water demands, taller buildings with basement plant rooms or operations that rely on 24/7 hot water supply Adveco FUSION provides the most comprehensive response available today.

Key features

FUSION-E

  • High-quality ATSI single coil stainless steel vessel with mounting points & brackets
  • Available with 200 – 750 litre capacities
  • Cylinder pressure 10 bar as standard
  • 9, 12 or 24 kW electric boiler
  • Pre-built pipework (left or right)
  • Thermostat and overheat thermostat
  • Compact space-saving form factor
  • 15 pre-sized variants from 9 to 24 kW

FUSION-Eplus

  • 6 kW electric immersion
  • FUSION Control Box & remote alerts
  • 15 pre-sized variants from 9 to 24 kW

FUSION-T

  • High-quality ATST twin coil stainless steel vessel with mounting points & brackets
  • Available with 300 – 750 litre capacities
  • Cylinder pressure 10 bar as standard
  • 9, 12 or 24 kW electric boiler
  • 6 or 12 kW air source heat pump
  • Pre-built pipework (left or right)
  • FUSION Control Box
  • Compact space-saving form factor
  • 25 pre-sized variants from 14 to 33 kW

FUSION-Tplus

  • 6 kW electric immersion
  • FUSION Control Box & remote alerts
  • 25 pre-sized variants from 15 to 34 kW

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Latest Electric Heating Updates from Consort Claudgen!

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Consort Claudgen, a renowned brand in the heating industry, is making waves once again with their latest product launches. These new offerings combine cutting-edge technology, energy efficiency, and user-friendly features to provide the ultimate heating solutions.

1) Consort Claugen launches DF2E downflow fan heater

Consort Claudgen’s new DF2E downflow fan heater has a 7-day timer and six temperature settings per day, allowing you to personalise your comfort. Features include open window detection, a digital lock, a large LCD screen, a digital variable thermostat, and a reliable battery backup to keep the clock running during power outages. The heater continues its heating programme after power is restored.

The heater offers quick warmth and allows you to choose between 1kW or 2kW heat output during the installation. As it approaches the desired temperature, it automatically reduces the heat output to 1kW to save energy. For safety, the DF2E has an automatic safety cut-out and will stop operating if the fan or temperature sensor malfunctions. The DF2E heater combines modern heating technology, energy efficiency, and safety, making it an excellent choice for bathrooms and kitchens.

For more information about our downflow heaters, click here.

2) Consort Claudgen includes Wi-Fi enabled heaters in the LST range


Consort Claudgen now offers Wi-Fi-enabled low surface temperature heaters that can be controlled through a digital control panel on the heaters or the Consort Connect app. Features include a 7-day timer with 24 daily heating periods, a lock function, open window detection, custom automation, and energy consumption statistics. Additionally, LST heaters with Wi-Fi and occupancy sensor (MWIFI) have a self-learning control ability, using in-built occupancy sensors to detect and learn a user’s weekly presence in a room. It then creates a heating schedule and automatically warms the room according to the detected or predicted occupancy. When the space is unoccupied, the heater will conserve energy by switching to a setback temperature or frost protection mode.

Consort’s website also offers BIM objects for download.

To view more information about our WIFI and MWIFI heaters, click here.

3) HRXSL Handheld Controller Powered by Two ‘AA’ Batteries

Consort Claudgen’s HRXSL handheld controller is a versatile and user-friendly device specifically designed for use with their RX and SL heaters. This high-quality controller offers a choice of room temperature measurement, either directly on the controller or directly on the heaters, giving users the flexibility to choose their preferred method.

Pairing the HRXSL handheld controller with compatible heaters is quick and straightforward, enhancing user convenience. Powered by two ‘AA’ batteries, this controller ensures long-lasting performance. With its intuitive design and seamless integration with Consort Claudgen’s heaters, the HRXSL handheld controller is a must-have accessory for optimal heating control.

For more information about our HRXSL controller, click here.

At Consort, our dedicated Technical team look forward to providing you with invaluable technical support and advice regarding your heating requirements. The team will calculate heat loss and recommend the most suitable heaters for your project needs. To take advantage of our free advisory service with installation design, call us at 01646 692172 or email technical@consortepl.com. Our heating scheme form is also available on our website at www.consortepl.com. Please submit drawings, if possible, to further illustrate your project requirements

A new wave of future-fit homes supported by Wavin Indoor Climate Solutions (ICS)

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Wavin has launched a new single-source solution for indoor climate, including underfloor heating, thermostats and controls, mechanical ventilation, and heat interface units. With tailored systems to meet all the latest building standards for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and ease of use in residential new builds.

 

The increasing consciousness of homeowners for energy efficient measures and changes to UK building regulations are changing the way homes are heated and ventilated. Wavin has just released its new research on how indoor climate solutions can add value for new homeowners. 93% of prospective buyers are concerned about energy costs and this sort of attitude has spurred on the need to know about energy performance measures included in a home on a new development. The question now is how to put this into practice and how developers can provide these requirements. Wavin’s indoor climate solutions can be the answer.

Key features of Wavin ICS:

  • Seamless integration of underfloor heating, MVHR, zone control, and heat interface units for heat network projects
  • Low maintenance and easy installation
  • Proven to deliver a more comfortable, healthier, and controllable living environment, with greater energy efficiency and lower carbon emissions

Martyn Neil, Wavin UK Commercial Director of ICS comments: “This is a real opportunity for developers to set themselves apart from the competition. Talking buyers through how their new home has been designed and constructed using the latest energy-saving heating and ventilation technology could be what it takes to tip interest into purchase”.

To find out more about Wavin indoor climate solutions and request a free consultation visit Wavin UK | Indoor Climate Solutions

Sustainable HVAC company, Jaga, commences building of new, low-carbon facility in Herefordshire

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Jaga UK, designers and manufacturers of innovative, sustainable heating, cooling and ventilation systems, has begun building work on their new, low-carbon facility in Ledbury, Herefordshire.

The UK arm of the global company, headquartered in Belgium, has been based in Ledbury for over 25 years and has expanded steadily during that time. With the growth in the renewables sector, particularly the rise in popularity of heat pumps, the company feels it’s an excellent time to relocate to a new home that fully represents their eco-credentials and enables them to offer new services to customers as well as the wider community.

The company has named the future building ‘Kriekels House’, after the company’s founding family. Jan Kriekels, son of Jaga’s founder, is still at the helm of the company today as CEO and visionary.

Kriekels House has been designed with a fabric-first approach to maximise energy-efficiency and minimise carbon emissions. It will showcase the company’s heat pump radiators and low carbon heating and cooling technologies which will all operate with ground source and air source heat pumps. Electricity will be generated using solar PV and electric car charging points will be available for staff.

The new facility will be home to Jaga’s UK warehouse, offices, and training facilities where they plan to run training courses for HVAC engineers, installers, contractors and consultants. It will be open to students too, enabling them to learn about renewable energy systems, see the technology in action and get hands-on with the kit.

Jaga UK’s, Managing Director, Phil Mangnall said:

“We’re very excited to be building this new facility that embodies our company ethos – centred around sustainability, creativity and social responsibility.

Kriekels House gives us the opportunity to open our doors to the HVAC community. We’re looking forward to inviting customers and the wider industry to experience Jaga. The whole HVAC set up including our plant room, heat pumps and emitters will be accessible to visitors so we hope it will be a great showcase for low temperature systems and renewable energy technologies.”

Jaga is hoping to move from their current location into their new facility next summer.

ABOUT JAGA UK

Jaga are pioneers in designing innovative, ecologically sustainable heating, cooling and ventilation systems using less energy and fewer raw materials, ensuring a better indoor climate without damaging the outdoor climate.

Adveco Introduces the Next Generation Of Packaged Electric Water Heating For Commercial Projects

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Commercial hot water specialist Adveco introduces the next generation of FUSION electric water heating for commercial projects. FUSION-E is a tough, high-efficiency electric water heater. FUSION-T expands the system with the addition of a system-integrated heat pump and advanced controls. Both ranges can be further expanded with the addition of an electric immersion for greater reliance (FUSION-Eplus and FUSION-Tplus).

FUSION is the perfect response for commercial building projects with small to medium basin and sink-led hot water demands. Taller buildings with basement plant rooms and businesses that depend on 24/7 hot water provision for continuity of service all gain advantages from FUSION as well as reducing carbon emissions and controlling costs.

FUSION starts with all new specially designed single- (ATSI) or twin-coil (ATST) corrosion-resistant stainless steel high-pressure indirect cylinders. Offering capacities from 200 to 500 litres, the cylinders feature dedicated mounting points for Adveco’s 12 or 16 kW ARDENT electric boiler. By mounting the electric boiler directly to the cylinder FUSION is a more compact, space-saving option. Supplied with pre-built pipework the latest generation of FUSION is now faster and easier to install.

The electric boiler, with multiple immersions inside its sealed storage tank, provides automatically balanced usage to prolong system life and immediate resilience for the boiler. Used in a sealed ‘primary’ loop, the electric boiler heats the same water continuously effectively eliminating limescale issues typically found in electric systems used in hard water areas.

For the FUSION-T renewable variants, the 6 or 10 kW monobloc air-to-water FPi-32 heat pump (ASHP) is used as a source for system preheat. Contribution from the ASHP is maximised via the bespoke FUSION Control Box. These controls smartly balance the two heat sources, enabling the water in the cylinder to be heated in the most efficient way. As the electric boiler is not required to work as hard to raise flow temperatures to the 65°C demanded by commercial applications. Electrical demand on the boiler is reduced by as much as 30%, delivering operational savings and reducing carbon emissions by up to 71%.

The FUSION-T variants are perfect for organisations seeking to invest in a water heating application as part of a decarbonisation strategy without losing sight of higher operational costs associated with all-electric systems compared to equivalent gas-fired water heating.

Where hot water demands become a business-critical service, FUSION will also support the addition of an Adveco backup immersion providing additional resilience. Fitted into the front-facing clean-out access, the immersion ensures there is no single point of failure for assured service provision.

When only used as an emergency heating source, or during periods of unplanned excess demand, the inclusion of an electric immersion can be extremely advantageous. For FUSION systems incorporating the additional backup 6 or 12 kW immersion (FUSION-Eplus & FUSION-Tplus) controls are further extended to incorporate SMS output to advise building managers of a fault scenario and automated engagement of the immersion back-up to guarantee business-critical hot water supply.

For commercial organisations seeking a hot water system for new buildings faced with the regulatory changes on new gas connections or planning to move from existing gas-fired systems to electrical alternatives, FUSION provides an impressive range of choices. Whether cost, sustainability or business security are the driving factors for specification, FUSION offers a comprehensive response that can be quickly matched to the requirements of a project.

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Decarbonising Hot Water Generation In Commercial Properties with Adveco Solar Thermal

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Adveco is the hot water specialist for the commercial built environment and a leader in the design and supply of solar thermal applications.

Solar thermal deploys panels with fluid that captures and efficiently transfers solar energy as heat indirectly to the domestic hot water (DHW) system. As a high-temperature renewable source of DHW, Adveco solar thermal lends itself to working in conjunction with not only conventional gas heating but also other renewable technologies including Adveco’s air source heat pumps which can be used to  provide pre-heat to solar thermal. This enables a variety of bespoke, hybrid applications to be considered to meet the varied demands of commercial buildings.

Whether a commercial hot water system uses gas or electricity, it will require a preheat source to reduce carbon emissions.

As a rule of thumb, new builds will invariably default to heat pumps. In contrast, properties with an existing gas connection will see greater advantages from the installation of solar thermal which can be extremely effective in reducing reliance on the gas boiler.

Neither technology currently offers a standalone response for the year-round high temperatures, high volume and peak demands seen in commercial systems. This makes an accurate assessment of the needs and limitations of a building critical for the correct sizing of the solar thermal system.

For Carbon Reduction & Significant savings on Running Costs

A commercial system sized to support an occupancy of 50 will typically require 12-24 panels, whilst smaller systems servicing up to 12 occupants will employ just three to four panels.

Sized and installed correctly, each Adveco solar thermal collector can contribute up to 1400kWh per annum, providing electricity savings of £300 and more importantly reducing emissions of CO² by 322kg.

To ensure system longevity and return on investment fluid within the solar collectors must be correctly managed. If left in the panel it can overheat, stagnate and leave collectors irreparable. Adveco solar thermal systems avoid this by incorporating drainback into all its solar system designs.

A more compact alternative to solar PV for DHW, solar thermal is extremely advantageous where roof space is at a premium due to competition with other heating and ventilation systems on a project. This is especially true of urban projects where solar thermal’s silent operation is also desirable.

Explore Adveco solar thermal application design and system supply

Adveco Solar Collectors

  • Rugged 2.24 m² flat plate collectors
  • Approved by EN12975-2-2006
  • Solar Keymark certified
  • Temperature resistant up to 200°C
  • Installation options: roof build-on, roof build-in, frame construction for flat roof and wall mounting
  • Smaller footprint compared to equivalent solar photovoltaics (PV) for DHW (Three Adveco solar thermal panels at 6.6m² versus typical 4 kW PV system with 16 x panels at 25m²)
  • Simple installation system for multiple panels
  • Complete installation is delivered in a single package including assembly materials
  • No operational noise for zero sound pollution
  • No high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants
  • No specialist registration, such as F-gas, is needed for installation, although installers should be solar trained

Adveco Drainback Systems – For Long-lasting, Low-Maintenance Renewables

  • Highly compact, modern design
  • Prevents stagnation temperatures
  • Automatically drains fluid if power is cut without the need for working components
  • Reduces required pump capacity and energy use of pump station to a minimum
  • Patented drain back system, available as an accessory
  • Low maintenance with long operational lifespan. Fluid refresh is required every eight years at most

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