Build on new ways for energy-efficient buildings With Uponor Combi Port and Aqua Port
Time for a turnaround Buildings are responsible for at least 40 % of global energy consumption and over a third of greenhouse gas emissions*. That’s why new ways of enhancing energy efficiency in buildings are vital in combating humaninduced climate change. Our decentralised Combi Port & Aqua Port heat interface units make a key contribution by supplying on-demand, energyefficient hydronic heating and cooling as well as hygienic hot water.
How you benefit: • A new generation of energy efficient units providing domestic hot water and heating • On demand generation of hygienic potable hot water, avoiding Legionella growth • Bespoke heat interface units to suit each specification * Figures from the United Nations Environment Program‘s Sustainable Buildings and Climate Initiative
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A new way of thinking: From centralised to decentralised Why not rethink the way heat and potable hot water are supplied in a building. Uponor Combi Port and Aqua Port only require a heating supply and return to be connected to a centralised heating system. Unlike traditional centralised systems, the decentralised solution does not require a hot water tank, or a domestic hot water supply and recirculating system. For hygienic reasons, the water temperature in a traditional centralised potable hot water system needs to remain above 55°C. However, heating the system requires even higher temperatures. Since the decentralised domestic hot water generation system holds less than 3 litres, system temperatures can be kept lower. The supply temperature to the heat exchanger needs only to be 5°C higher than the desired temperature for the domestic hot water. This lower operating temperature, with only one heating pipe flowing to and from the heat interface unit, provides significant energy savings over a traditional system. Hydraulic balancing is also easier with a decentralised system, while the constantly low return temperatures enhance the efficiency of both traditional and renewable heat sources.
How you benefit: • 58 % energy savings in distribution pipes through decentralised heat supply system • Up to 80 % energy savings in renovation projects (incl. insulation measures) • Lower investment costs than conventional systems and significantly lower operating costs 4 l Uponor Combi Port and Aqua Port
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A new way of hygiene: Mastering the critical issue In 2015 there were approximately 330,000 reported cases of water related diseases in Europe1, e.g. Legionnaires’ disease, which has a fatality rate of 10 – 15%2. As one of the World’s leading suppliers of drinking water systems, Uponor is committed to providing solutions for hygienic drinking water delivery. Uponor’s Combi and Aqua Port Heat Interface Units are integral components of the Uponor Hygienic Logic. Hygienic cold potable water is delivered to each unit, which is then heated only when required. The high performance heat exchanger means that there is no need for any stored potable hot water anywhere in the building. With the heating unit drawing from the potable cold water feeding each apartment, the cold water in the whole building is exchanged more frequently, further reducing the risk of contamination from Legionella. The advanced PM valve technology ensures that when its not in use, the heat exchanger remains below the critical temperature that causes the propagation of Legionella.
How you benefit: • Hygienic domestic hot water generation • Instant hot water on demand in each apartment • Industry-leading Uponor Hygiene Logic 6 l Uponor Combi Port and Aqua Port
1 Water Environmental Treatment Ltd. 2 European Center for Disease Prevention and Control
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A new way of planning: Custom-designed and ready-made
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Once we know your project requirements, we configure the heat interface units to your specific needs ready for delivery to the construction site. Once on site, the fully configured unit’s installation time is reduced due to the easy ‘plug and play’ connections. The robust, reliable mechanical controls are also easy to use, further reducing the installation time and making the commissioning process very simple. Uponor Combi-port The versatile Combi Port modular platform offers a huge range of options for hygienic domestic hot water generation with either a radiator or underfloor heating outlet. Units can come pre-assembled with all options such as metering, safety equipment and even the manifold and controls if you require underfloor heating.
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Highly sensitive PM valve with IPR protected design and safety technology
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Hot water on demand with no stored hot water thanks to the highly efficient stainless steel plate exchanger
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Strainers protect against dirt and particles in the system
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Optional water meters to measure energy and water usage
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Heat losses minimised through a thermally decoupled construction and insulated hot water supply
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Optional integrated manifold for underfloor heating application
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Optional integrated Uponor Smatrix Controls with Autobalancing technology for additional comfort, efficiency and reliability
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Build on quality products – tailored to every project requirement Our comprehensive product portfolio provides you with custom-designed prefabricated units to meet individual requirements.
Options The modular construction logic used for the Uponor Combi and Aqua Port allows complete freedom to choose the optimal configuration for each project • Extra high DHW capacity units, up to 110Kw, 40 l/min
Uponor Combi Port 2100
Uponor Combi Port 1100 RC
Uponor Combi Port 1100 UFH
• Hot and cold water meters
Local generation of hot water and heating
Local generation of hot water with a centralised heating generation for radiators
Local generation of hot water with centralised heating generation for underfloor heating (UFH)
• Top connections
• Max DHW 80Kw
• Indirect DHW and direct heating
• Indirect DHW and direct heating
• Filling loop with non-return valve
• Heating pump
• Max DHW 67Kw
• Max DHW 67Kw
• DCW outlet
• Reliable mechanical controls
• Connections for radiator heating
• Connections for UFH heating
• Safety temperature control for UFH
• Reliable mechanical controls
• Heating Pump
• DHW circulation
• Reliable mechanical controls
• UFH manifold and controls
• Indirect DHW and indirect heating
• First fix rail • Flushing bypass
• Safety temperature limiter
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Retirement accommodation in Southsea, Hampshire • Energy efficient heat interface units provide heat and hot water for 97 apartments • Heating and hot water metered in each apartment • Highly reliable and low maintenace units reduce costs • Discreet, silent generation of hot water and heating provides utmost comfort
Uponor UK The Pavilion Blackmoor Lane Watford WD18 8GA
T 01923 927000 F 01923 927226 www.uponor.co.uk