AIRQIA GUIDE · HEAT PUMPS

The choice begins with the building.

You shouldn’t choose a heat pump solely on the basis of the capacity stated on the specification sheet. Its performance depends on your heating requirements, the radiators, the hot water system and the way everything is installed and controlled.

Information to help you make clear decisions.

In this guide, we have set out the key questions and evaluation criteria to help you make an informed decision and have a more objective technical discussion.

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01

Understanding the loads

Insulation, floor area, target temperatures and usage patterns help to estimate the thermal energy required. Heating and cooling loads may lead to different priorities.

02

Distinguishing between comfort and hot water

Domestic hot water has its own peak loads. The number of users, tank capacity and recovery time must be analysed separately from space heating.

03

Check radiators and temperatures

Underfloor heating, fan coil units and radiators may require different water temperatures. This affects efficiency, selection and any necessary adaptation of the existing system.

04

Compare the full system

Take into account monitoring, documentation, servicing, maintenance and compliance with the design. Catalogue values describe test conditions; the decision must be made with regard to the actual conditions of use.

Carry on exploring.

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Explore the solution and find out how it applies to your project.

Explore the solution and find out how it applies to your project.

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Technical and institutional sources consulted during the preparation of this guide.

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