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New air source heat pumps to meet demand for low carbon commercial applications

The new Tyneham air source heat pump range from Hamworthy Heating has been designed to meet demand for low carbon heating solutions in UK commercial applications.

Said to be one of the smallest commercial heat pumps on the market, the monobloc units feature a co-efficiency of performance (CoP) rating of up to 4.85 and operate with RG32 refrigerant. The seven models in the range boast six nominal outputs of between 14 to 70kW, which can also be cascaded to achieve higher outputs in larger installations.

Each model features an inverter controlled compressor to accurately match heat demand and anti-corrosion coating.

Available to purchase with variable options such as flexible hoses, anti-vibration feet, externally mounted control units, and single-phase units, Tyneham air source heat pumps can also be combined with Hamworthy modular boilers for a hybrid heating system.

All models come with a two year guarantee as standard, but this can be extended by a further three years if the heat pumps are commissioned by a Hamworthy engineer.

Kevin Potter, Hamworthy regional sales manager, comments on the new range: “With decades of commercial heating experience behind us, we understand the importance and value in finding ecologically efficient solutions, now more than ever. As heat pumps play an important role, we’re proud to be adding our new Tyneham range to our innovative product offering.” ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/56

Service and maintenance made easy

The Smart Service Toolkit from Navien has been designed to make it easier for heating engineers to conduct servicing and maintenance on the company’s range of gas and oil boilers.

The device can be used to monitor and diagnose a customer’s boiler based on live data, thereby enabling Navien’s technical engineers to advise installers working onsite how to deal with any issues according to the boiler’s status. It can also be used to review error logs and service history, as well as to customise settings according to a customer’s requirements.

The device is connected to the boiler via a supplied cable, while also linking to a dedicated smartphone app via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Installers can use the Smart Service Toolkit app to view a technical graph, enabling a visual assessment of a boiler’s status, while the unit also allows each sensor to quickly be checked and monitored.

Sean Keleher, national technical manager at Navien, highlights some of the key benefits: “The Navien Smart Service Toolkit now makes it even easier for installers to conduct boiler servicing and maintenance. Because it uses live data, it is always up to date with the latest product information, plus the ability to customise settings according to an individual’s needs and property type ensures maximum levels of efficiency and comfort.” ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/57

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Smart source of bathroom warmth and extra storage

Providing both energy saving comfort and additional storage space in the bathroom, the Niva Bath from Vasco offers additional hanging space and shelving while providing a rapid and powerful source of heating.

The steel designer radiator only uses 4 litres of water and is set 325mm from the wall to enable enough space for three fitted

Increased output

A new 35kW output model has joined the Vitodens 050-W range from Viessmann. The latest addition provides domestic hot water (DHW) output from 2.9 to 35kW and heating output from 3.2 to 32kW, with a modulation range of 1:10 for increased seasonal efficiency.

The new boiler is also able to boast an ERP efficiency rating of 92% (Class A) thanks to Viessmann’s MatriXPlus burner with Lambda Pro combustion-control system, which ensures permanent high efficiency and low emissions. As with other models in the Vitodens range, weather compensation can be incorporated with the simple addition of an outdoor sensor. In addition, due to in-built WiFi, the boiler can be connected to Viessmann’s ViCare app to enable fault diagnostics and ensure it receives software updates.

Suitable for one-bedroom properties, the Vitodens 050-W boiler is certified for a blend of 20% hydrogen and up to 20m for horizontal and vertical flue systems. It comes with a three-year guarantee as standard, increasing to seven years if fitted by a Viessmanntrained installer and registered on the company’s installer portal, with an option to increase to 10 years. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/59

Matt black showers are right on trend

Responding to consumer demand, the Vernis shower system from Hansgrohe is now available in a matt black finish and in two minimalist and modern designs. The Vernis 240 Shape features an overhead shower in a square format, while the Vernis 240 Blend (pictured) offers a round overhead shower with a diameter of 240mm that envelops the user in a shower of water. The hand shower delivers two different spray types – a revitalising Rain shower spray or a more powerful IntenseRain.

Integrated swivel joints prevent the shower hose from bending out of shape after the hand shower is removed from the bar. The thermostat, which is also minimalist in design, regulates the water temperature and allows seamless switching from overhead shower to hand shower. Complete with Hansgrohe’s EcoSmart technology, the showers can help to reduce household bills, with a maximum consumption of 9 litres of water per minute. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/60

New heat pumps up to the big jobs

The new range of monobloc air source heat pumps from Ideal Heating are designed to help improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on natural gas in commercial buildings.

Available in six outputs and seven models – 14kW (single phase) and 14, 18, 26, 32, 50 and 70kW – the ECOMOD range provides a minimum A++ Energy related Products (ErP) efficiency rating and high co-efficient of performance (CoP) rating of up to 4.85. R32 refrigerant ensures a low global warming potential (GWP).

The heat pumps also include an inverter-controlled compressor that can control the building temperature based on specific requirements of the space, further enhancing the efficiency of a building. They can be used alone or cascaded to meet the heating requirements of larger commercial buildings. They can also be installed alongside other Ideal solutions, such as the EVOMAX 2 and the IMAX XTRA 2 commercial condensing boilers, to build a low carbon hybrid heating system.

All products also come with a five-year warranty (when commissioned by Ideal Heating) and noise levels as low as 68dB(A). ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/61

Wider range of options to meet demand

Further extending its range of radiator options, Stelrad has added a number of new sizes of its popular radiator series to the premium panel, K3 Henrad range and Cast Iron Column ranges.

Designed to meet the increased demand for ground and air source heat pump driven systems, the new additions are in the Stelrad Compact with Style range, in the Vita, Softline and Henrad Silhouette white and concept ranges, the Vita and Softline Deco and Henrad Everest Line – both white and Concept ranges, the Henrad Compact K3 and Stelrad and Henrad Cast Iron Column ranges. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/62

Durable tray is more than a good looker

Spanish brand Aquabella has unveiled the UnicSlate as its newest shower tray. Designed with a soft curve, the tray allows water to flow smoothly in a choice of three decorative wastes (Deco, Dune, or Drop). With a ‘chalkboard effect’, the tray offers an anti-bacterial anti-slip surface via the company’s Akron material – a compound of polyurethane and mineral fillers, which is compacted in mass to achieve a solid finish.

Here, the tray is pictured in a navy finish featuring a Deco waste. The UnicSlate can be ordered in any colour from the Standard, Naturally Made or over 2000 RAL/NCS colours. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/63

CO detector mandated for cascade flues

Bosch Commercial & Industrial has announced that anyone installing its boiler systems using cascade flues, where there is more than one appliance, will be required to include a carbon monoxide (CO) detector.

Given CO detectors that incorporate boiler shutdown are more readily available, the company considers them an essential way of ensuring CO incidents are identified and dealt with almost immediately, protecting the end user.

The requirement covers cascade flues because they have a naturally higher level of risk than a single boiler, and it applies only to new installations and is not a retrospective requirement. This will affect the manufacturer’s

Condens 7000 WP, 7000 F and FP range, GB402 and Condens 8000 F boilers. Pete Mills, commercial technical operations manager, says: “It may seem like a no-brainer that CO detectors should be included on cascade boiler systems to protect end users from CO, however there is no national mandate for them to be included. We hope that by taking the first step we can encourage the rest of the industry to follow suit, after all it is our duty to ensure that the public are able to access warmth and power without risk to their safety.” ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/64

Dark mode softens up industrial chic

In a move to ‘soften’ the look of the industrial aesthetic, Unidrain has launched the black framed GlassLine shower screen, which is 10mm of clear tempered glass. Available in three sizes it can be mounted to the left or right and is installed discreetly and securely without any visible display of fixings, screws, fittings, or joins. The screen is lowered into Unidrain’s ShowerLine drain located under the bathroom flooring, before being attached to the wall, creating a secure, stable, and watertight showering space.

The black frame sits against the wall, covering any edges to generate a smooth finish. For an additional industrial touch, install the screen with Unidrain’s colour coordinated black HighLine frame and panel. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/65

Convection fan towel rails really spread the heat

A crop of new electric towel rails have joined the line-up from Haverland. All products in the electric towel range are designed to be easy to install and provide a comfortable, energy-saving heat.

A standout model in the range is the Hercules (pictured left), which features white tempered glass, with ultra-slim profile and two stainless steel towel rails. It features a special glass that spreads heat through a hot air convection system (1500W) , providing instant and even heat for the bathroom.

In addition, it has four modes: comfort, economy, antifreeze and user. It can be used in manual or auto mode and has 24/7 programming and a safety thermal limiter. Like all Haverland products, it is guaranteed for two years.

Another new item is the TOD electric towel rail (pictured above, right), with a highprecision digital thermostat. It includes nine preset programs and safety thermal limiter. In addition, it has a consumption indicator, programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and an open window detector. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/123/66