In larger buildings, such as hospitals, offices, and schools, with multiple handwashing, drinking, bathroom, or kitchen facilities to provide for, effective heating, safe storage, and hygienic delivery, of hot water become key issues.
According to Zip Heaters, a specialist in instant boiling and chilled filtered water systems, opting for point-of-use heating in such situations can offer ‘a host of benefits’ in terms of energy efficiency, and the safe delivery of hot water. Jon Steedman, commercial manager, Zip Heaters UK, said: “When upgrading a building, or assessing where savings can be made, it can often seem simpler to work with a more traditional system, particularly if it is already in place. However, as energy prices continue to increase, the extensive pipework required, and the distance pre-heated water often needs to travel before use with these systems, inevitably causes inefficiencies, with heat being lost along the length of flow and return pipework. “With point-of-use systems, the water is heated exactly where it is needed, with the obvious advantage of cutting heat loss. Such a system also eliminates the need for unsightly pipework, particularly in older buildings, while for phased refurbishments, it means you can almost ‘add as you go’. With the water heated where and when needed, the risk of Legionella – so often associated with conventional water heating methods – is greatly reduced, while for handwashing, water temperature can be controlled without the need for thermostatic blending valves. Add to the mix sensors, and you have a complete, ‘no touch, no water storage’ system that is hygienic, flexible, and energy-efficient.”
Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd 14 Bertie Ward Way Dereham Norfolk NR19 1TE
Tel: 0845 6 005 005
www.zipheaters.co.uk
