of its useful life, aluminium is an emerging material, and it’s not surprising given its beneficial heating properties. It is a superconductor, which means it can rapidly respond to thermostatic changes. Its thermal conductivity is estimated to be four to five times that of mild steel, so it can heat up quickly and also cool down with speed.
Radiators that are manufactured from aluminium require less water to function and are highly efficient at responding to user temperature preferences, therefore placing less demand on the central boiler.
CAN RADIATORS BE INSTALLED WITH RENEWABLE OR LOW
TEMPERATURE HEATING SYSTEMS? Aluminium radiators are ideal to install alongside renewable or low-temperature heating systems, such as ground source heat pumps, thanks to the material’s thermal inertia and ability to perform with lower water temperatures.
WHAT CLEARANCES DO I NEED ABOVE AND BELOW A RADIATOR
FOR MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY? We recommend that clearances of 50 mm above and 100 mm below each radiator should be left clear, so that heat from the radiator can be effectively distributed.
WHAT ELSE CAN I DO TO MAKE MY RADIATOR PERFORM MORE
EFFICIENTLY? Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs) are a requirement as part of the Building
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Regulations for new builds and refurbishments. TRVs monitor the room temperature and automatically adjust the water flow to the radiator in order to reach and maintain the desired room level which in turn, helps to reduce unnecessary energy consumption. Opting for dual fuel towel rail models can also help to improve energy efficiency within the home, continuing to provide warmth for the bathroom when the central heating system is turned off. Instead, the towel rail is warmed using a heating element to reach the desired temperature. This is ideal in the summer months, where users require a warm space for a morning shower, yet the dual fuel design means the entire heating system needn’t be turned on for heat supply. We also advise that heating systems
are regularly cleaned, as recommended by BS7593. This helps to ensure any debris and sludge that naturally builds up over time within the system is removed from the system. This debris can lead to
The most
important step is ensuring the radiator is the right ‘size’ for the space
noisy radiators or radiator cold spots, and even damage the boiler as it circulates through the system. Heating engineers and plumbers will be able to undertake a flushing service which will keep the system working at an optimum level.
Alex Burgess is national sales manager at The Radiator Company
sep/oct 2021
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