Archetech Issue 38 2018 | Page 98

HVAC SOLUTIONS FOR ALL REQUIREMENTS With increasingly stringent regulations and a continuing drive for efficiency, Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation offers a one- stop solution when specifying effective heating and ventilation systems. Good heating and cooling system design remains critical in residential projects in particular and the launch of the new SAP 10 methodology in July gave a first glimpse into the changes set to be included in the next update of SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure), the Government’s recommended system for measuring the energy rating of new residential dwellings. Heat pumps are amongst the products set to benefit from the update, alongside an increased benefit in specifying electric heating solutions like Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation’s portfolio of direct acting electric panel heaters and energy efficient off-peak heaters. Architects can also expect to see a reduction in the impact of Solar PV and Gas Combined Heat & Power systems, whilst changes in the “distribution loss factor” will require designers to rethink internal heat networks. Amongst its vast portfolio of products and systems, Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation offers a solution to the challenge of designing low temperature building heat networks, thanks to the Zeroth Energy System. This new approach uses a system of individual heat pumps situated within each dwelling to provide heating, cooling and hot water more effectively in city apartments, instead of delivering continuous high temperature water to individual Heat Interface Units (HIUs). Mark Deeney, contracting director for Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation, said: “Architects are faced with an increasing number of challenges when designing heating and cooling systems for buildings, having to balance the evolving planning and regulatory requirements with a constant need for efficiency, control and comfort. “We offer a dedicated Specification team, working with clients throughout the entire specification process to deliver an end-to-end solution that incorporates optimal system design, technical support and post-sale su pport – backed up of course by the innovative, future-proof products and systems that our clients demand. “This includes Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery systems from our Xpelair brand, energy efficient electric heating systems from Dimplex, water heating solutions from Redring and the Zeroth Energy System, which offers a unique solution for architects that will help meet the requirements of SAP 10 once it is applied.” For more information visit www.gdhv.com.