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Articles Tagged with ''hydronic systems''

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Why hydronic system protection isn't complete without a permanent magnet

Beat the corrosion clock.
Antonia Aldridge
October 17, 2022
One Comment

Do you work on closed-loop hydronic heating and cooling systems? Does your installation or service include equipment protection? If so, does it include a permanent magnet? If not, it should, and here's why…


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panel radiator

John Siegenthaler: How 'radiant' are your radiators?

Panel radiators allow a wide range of design flexibility.
Siegenthaler
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
October 3, 2022
3 Comments

I’ve written it before and I’ll write it again — panel radiators are one of my favorite hydronic heat emitters. I base this sentiment on several benefits. Here are a few to consider…


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ADEY magnetic filter

ADEY magnetic filter

September 19, 2022
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The MagnaClean Professional2XP comes with 1” copper and 1 1/4” NPT iron pipework, perfect for protecting 150,000 – 300,000 Btu boiler ranges from damaging black sludge.


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Hydronic heating

Hydronic heating offers flexibility, better comfort and energy efficiencies

Custom home and retrofit markets offer growth opportunities.
Nicole krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
September 13, 2022
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Heating experts have long touted hydronics as the far superior comfort technology over forced air due to better operational efficiencies and improved comfort. According to Research and Markets, the global hydronic systems market is poised to grow $1.3 billion from 2021-2025, driven by the growing need for energy-efficient cooling and heating systems and increase in construction activities worldwide.


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zoned hydronic system

John Siegenthaler: Differing Deltas

Both can work, but there are important distinctions.
Siegenthaler
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
August 31, 2022
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The choice between ∆T and ∆P operation of a circulator has, at times, been the subject of rather “heated” debates. It’s almost as if a few Yankee fans are disputing superior pitching or batting performance with a few Red Sox fans. There appears to be some strong opinions involved.


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John Siegenthaler: Heat recovery helper

Offer a total HVAC solution.
Siegenthaler
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
July 29, 2022
2 Comments

As building codes and programs such as Energy Star and Passive House require higher degrees of air sealing in new construction, the use of heat recovery ventilation (HRV) is increasing.


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installation of several Taco 0018e circulators

What's yer circulation strategy?

The beautiful, sensible logic of hydronics.
John M. Barba
July 18, 2022
One Comment

If you’re anything like me, the first thing that comes to mind when you think about variable speed circulators is 1970s rock band Supertramp. No? Okay, maybe you’re not like me. Either way, allow me to elucidate.


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double port purging valve

John Siegenthaler: Purging principles

Purging plays a major role in the reliable and efficient operation of closed loop hydronic systems.
Siegenthaler
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
July 5, 2022
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Nearly all closed-loop hydronic heating and cooling systems are supposed to be filled with water or a mixture of water and antifreeze. The only intentional air in the system is that contained in the expansion tank.


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contemporary approach to providing fresh air

John Siegenthaler: Don't forget about ventilation

Offer a total solution
Siegenthaler
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
May 31, 2022
2 Comments

As residential building codes and energy conservation standards continue to evolve, many are requiring proof of high quality air sealing.


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heated floor slab

John Siegenthaler: Combining an air-to-water heat pump with a heated floor slab

Air-to-slab
Siegenthaler
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
May 3, 2022
No Comments

Over the last few years, I’ve written several columns describing how air-to-water heat pumps can provide heating, cooling and domestic hot water for homes. Many of the systems involve buffer tanks to help stabilize heat transfer from the heat pump to a zoned distribution system.


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