COMBI COMBI CONDENSING BOILER

CX 150 | CX 199

• New control interface with express setup and intuitive alert system

• Maximum performance: 95% A.F.U.E.

• Full boiler capacity available for both DHW and space heating

• Built-in 4-zone pump control (4 zones + primary pump = 5 pumps)

• Easy to install and service with universal parts for all models

• Long vent lengths up to 170 ft.

• Built-in combi block for easy supply of DHW and easy servicing

• Built-in outdoor reset control of water temperature

• Unmatched safety features - same as a commercial boiler

A Unique Balance of Performance, Efficiency and Value

Curtis Bennett will walks attendees through the future of hydronic system controls operating a hybrid gas and electric system; and Gary Milligan, president of the Thermal Environmental Comfort Association (TECA) will present on the current regulatory landscape in B.C. and how it will be changing in the years to come; and finally John Siegenthaler will return to share some practical design ideas for incorporating heat pumps into existing or newly-designed hydronic-heated homes.

And courtesy of the event’s tool sponsor, Kane Canada, attendees will be automatically entered into draws for useful tools after each session, and there will also be Vancouver Canucks tickets up for grabs over the course of the day as well courtesy of Lochinvar.

Along with a day filled with educational sessions, catching up with old friends and networking with new contacts, registration to the Summit also includes lunch and regular refreshment breaks throughout the event.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Platinum sponsor: Resideo.

Lunch sponsor: Fortis BC

Refreshment sponsor: Roth

Tool sponsor: Kane Canada

Ticket Giveaway sponsor: Lochinvar (AquaTech)

Plus over 50 brands on display at the trade show featuring all you need for your hydronics projects.

Influencers On Board

Last year’s Summit featured a collection of Instagram influencers working hard all day performing a series of boiler panel builds for all attendees to see. This year, HPAC is partnering with well-recognized industry social media influencer Terence Chan (@the__impetus) of Impetus Media who is organizing a hands-on educational program at this year’s event along with a team of other industry personalities including: Jessica Bannister (@hvacjess); George DeJesus (@georgetheplumber); Mike Flynn (@flynnstone1); Adam Gordon (@gordbotplumbing); and HVAC Tactical (@hvactactical).

Taking place in the lobby area, Chan is organizing three worktables where guests including apprentices, wholesaler counter associates and plumbers and contracting company owners looking to learn more about hydronics, will get hands-on guidance from the experts at each station.

This will be the first Summit to do hands-on training and net- working like this during the event. The partnering sponsor for the this hands-on segment is Noble. Also on board to sponsor the educational panel building sessions are: Navien, Heat-flo, Xylem/Bell & Gossett and Webstone, along with Taco,

Centrotherm, Axiom and Viega. A number of other brands will also be supporting this unique interactive learning experience. The space is limited to 42 participants, so if you have interest in being part of this unique experince contact terence@impetus-media.com

Sweet Heat

In the Fall of 2020 HPAC magazine launched the first ever Sweet Heat contest, inviting hydronic contractors across Canada to get their cameras out and share their creativity, artistry and resourcefulness in delivering “Sweet Heat” to their customers.

The response was great with over 30 entries. In 2022 a generous sponsorship was attached to the contest, with winners (one commercial and one residential project) each be receiving a $3,000 spending spree courtesy of their local

EMCO location. This year the contest continues. The entry deadline was July 31st, and once again the winners will be announced at the close of the Modern Hydronics Summit.

Thanks again to EMCO for sponsoring the two $3,000 shopping spree prizes. And like last year, this year’s winners will be featured in the upcoming October edition of HPAC

Registration Open

The 2023 edition of the Modern Hydronics Summit wouldn’t be possible without the support of our sponsors and exhibitors. So we invite the entire mechanical industry in Western Canada to come visit and see the latest this industry has to offer.

Registration is $125 (plus tax & service charge, $141.72 incl.). For more information and to register today visit: modernhydronicssummit.com <>

U.S. Boiler Company introduced new Citadel and Citadel XL condensing boilers and volume water heaters. The Citadel come in five capacities (399 - 1000 MBH) and the Citadel XL in 1250 and 1500 MBH. Rated up to 97% thermal efficiency (98% for water heater), the Citadel is available in natural gas or propane. The boiler includes: 10:1 turndown and 300 GPM max. flow rate, low water cutoff and high and low gas pressure switch, a standard reinforced 3-in-1 vent connector allowing polypropylene, CPVC or stainless steel venting. usboiler.net rehau.com

REHAU had expanded its Pro-Balance manifold adapter selection with BSPP to copper press adapters for 1 and 1-1/4 in. manifolds. The new adapters connect directly to the manifold supply/return header with a BSPP threaded connection and transition to copper distribution piping using a copper press or solder connection. The adapters are suitable for snow and ice melt applications with an onsite manifold vault separate from the boiler room.

The Uponor commercial stainless-steel manifold handles 48 gpm total flow with up to 4 gpm flow meters, 1½-in. distribution ball valves, and 1-in. loop isolation ball valves that reduce loop pressure drops without impact to pump head pressure. It meets the demands of large commercial hydronic distribution, radiant heating and cooling, snow and ice melting, permafrost prevention (cold storage), and radiant rollout mat systems. It’s available in loop configurations of 3-8, 10, and 12. The manifold features R25 connections for outlet fittings available in ⅝-in. and ¾-in. compression or ⅝-in., ¾-in., and 1-in. ProPEX. uponor.com

Weil-McLain added five sizes to its stainless vertical firetube (SVF) commercial boiler portfolio to now include 500, 600, 725, 850 and 1000 MBH models that join the existing 1500, 2000, 2500 and 3000 Btu configurations. The line-up features up to 98% efficiency, ease of installation and maintenance, and large colour touchscreen control systems. Quick cover-plate or hatch access to the burner and fire tubes allow for simple heat exchanger wash-down and inspection. Other features include: up to 12:1 turn down, 160 psi working pressure, natural gas or propane, Modbus communication with BACnet/Lonworks compatibility, and a full line of venting options. weil-mclain.com calefactio.com bellgossett.com

Calefactio’s Cal-X-Tract series now includes a dir t separator, and an air and dirt separator, with magnet. Each product in the line includes a stainless-steel bristle coalescing media to catch micro-bubbles, air and dirt particles. The media allows air and micro-bubbles to fuse and then be evacuated. The dirt particles collide and fall to the bottom of the separator to be drained. Models with a magnet separate ferrous impurities. The units are offered in NPT, sweat or press connections (¾-in. to 2-in.).

Bell & Gossett has added new high-efficiency “X” plates to enhance its new gasketed plate and frame heat exchanger GPX P45, P55, P86 and P110. The X plate technology increases heat transfer thermal performance up to 20%, reduces surface area up to 20% and reduces materials up to 15%. Standard options include a variety of plate corrugations, material options of 304SS, 316SS or titanium plates, and nitrile or EPDM gaskets. GPX models have higher surface area to volume ratios than conventional shell and tube heat exchangers, and the new plate design generates high turbulence resulting in high heat transfer coefficients.

The new Danfoss Aveo line of thermostatic radiator valve (TRV) operators replace the RA2000 series. The new TRVs feature unique energy-saving gas bellow technology, and to help customers adjust room temperature more precisely, the Aveo also features tactile temperature setting, providing a subtle click feeling for every 1F (0.5C) change in temperature. Tamper- and theft-proof versions are available for commercial buildings, and building managers can limit room occupants from changing the thermostat temperature. The click-connection also enables a fast and toolfree installation. danfoss.com enertechusa.com ironworksradiators.ca

Enertech introduced its hydronic air handler (EAH) and cased coil (EEH), both pairing up with the company’s air-to-water heat pump or its water-to-water heat pumps. The air handler features an 18-gauge sheet metal cabinet, an ECM blower motor, and an all-aluminum air coil. The design includes front-facing water connections, condensate drain openings, and closed cell insulation inside the cabinet. The EAH is available in four sizes, from 2 to 5 tons and is field convertible from the standard up-flow orientation to either down-flow or horizontal.

Ironworks Radiators offers Fondital’s Cool series of towel rail radiators in Canada. The towel radiators provide a balance between form and function, providing warmth with a modern design. The towers warm towels and garments while maintaining a safe and comfortable surface temperature. The units also maximize heat distribution and minimize energy consumption. Fondital’s Cool towel radiators are available in three sizes, gloss black and silver gray finishes, and styles to suit various interior designs and preferences.