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Every hydronic system has one or more controllers that measure and respond to temperature.

“How could this happen?” That’s what they asked.

It’s important to know your audience.

When designing hydronic circuits, most of us focus on what’s necessary for that circuit to absorb thermal energy at a heat source, carry it along like a conveyor belt and release that energy at one or more heat emitters.

The math associated with some of our assumptions can lead to incorrect conclusions.

All you need is a little chemistry and some simple physics.

Some days you feed the chicken, and some days the chicken feeds you.

Keep water moving to prevent frozen pipes and other issues.

Air, pH balance, magnetite, and more can all have a huge impact on system performance.

These time-tested and simple devices helped automate heating.