Grant’s innovative heating technologies The importance of sizing heating systems

Leading heating manufacturer, Grant, is renowned for its innovative range of reliable and sustainable heating technologies. Designed with the property developer, architect and homeowner in mind, Grant’s innovative heating technologies work together seamlessly.

This means that those working on new-build properties can save time on the project by having the full heating system designed and specified under one roof, using the best-suited products. This results in a highly-efficient, compliant heating system.

With a focus on maximising efficiencies and reducing carbon emissions, the technical team at Grant uses experienced insights to design bespoke integrated heating packages. These include sizing and specification of all technologies to suit the property, and the property owner’s preferences. This in turn helps the new-build to achieve compliance, while benefitting from the high efficiencies for which Grant heating technologies are renowned.

When it comes to upgrading or installing any heating system, the correct sizing of the technologies used is vital to ensure the system runs efficiently. Sizing requirements are based on the heat load requirements for each room in a property, and these calculations can also determine the best-suited technologies for the project.

A common misconception is that a bigger main heat source results in a more effective heating system. This is not the case. A heating system that has not been sized in line with a property’s requirements is most likely to produce inconsistent heat using more energy, leading to increased heating costs, reduced efficiency, potential maintenance issues and the heating system not living up to expectations.

Before upgrading any heat source, whether it is a Grant Aerona³ R32 air to water air source heat pump or a Grant Vortex condensing boiler, it is important to consider the age of the current system and the property’s structural and aesthetic features before deciding on the size of the new heat source and complementary technologies.

Specifically, if the homeowner wants a Grant Aerona³ R32 air source heat pump installed as the main heat source, the property must be air-tight in terms of insulation, with loft insulation, double-glazed windows and cavity floor insulation all recommended.

In addition to individual self-build properties, Grant also works closely with builders, developers, architects, BER assessors and installers to provide its integrated heating package solutions for both large and smaller housing developments. Dedicated to ensuring a simple process for the builder and installer, the Grant technical team designs the full integrated heating package for properties of all sizes, within developments or single dwellings, free of charge.

The team also works closely with all involved in the property build, throughout all stages of the build journey, to provide support and assurance in terms of correct product selection, sizing, specification and ensuring compliance.

Visit www.grant.eu for more information on Grant’s range of innovative heating solutions. Follow Grant on Facebook and Twitter @ GrantIRL or Instagram @Grant_IRL.

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With so much at stake with regard to energy usage, carbon reduction, sustainability and the circular economy, clarity of thought with regard to decision-making is essential.

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