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temperature (LST) models from Barlo Radiators – keeping vulnerable residents safe and warm while making cost and carbon savings.
RETIREMENT COMPLEX WARMS TO LST RADIATORS A
residential retirement development in West Sussex has replaced its outdated, inefficient radiators with efficient, modern low surface
Schaffer House in Maidenbower is a sheltered housing complex for the over-65s, which comprises 46 flats and a number of communal facilities for residents. The heating system serving the communal lounge and hallways had previously been made up of a non-condensing boiler and antiquated LST radiators, which were beginning to leak and had no temperature controls. This setup not only made it difficult to maintain a comfortable environment for residents, but was also resulting in significant heat wastage and higher-than- average bills.
In a bid to enhance residents’ safety and
comfort, Crawley Borough Council decided to overhaul the entire heating system as part of wider improvement works. In the communal areas, this involved replacing the boiler with a new water source heat pump, and the existing emitters with 61 super-efficient LST radiator packages from Barlo Radiators. As a result, the council will see a combined annual Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI)
Ts as low as 30°C – making them a good match for low water temperature renewables like heat pumps. Horsham-based Baystar Energy was contracted to carry out all heating installation works at Schaffer House, including the water source heat pump and the LSTs. Carl continues: “As a water source heat pump is
income and ongoing savings of up to £12,700, as well a 49% reduction in carbon emissions. Carl Himsworth, gas manager at Crawley
Borough Council, explains: “When it came to upgrading Schaffer House’s heating system, improving efficiency was crucial. We initially considered replacing the old boiler with a ground source heat pump, but the property didn’t have enough land to allow for the necessary groundworks, so we opted for a water source heat pump instead. This works by drawing renewable heat from a nearby stream, provided temperatures are above freezing – with the back-up of a gas boiler that only kicks in if the heat demand is particularly high.” The Barlo LSTs installed at Schaffer House
feature advanced radiator technology that delivers optimal efficiency and heat transfer, even at Delta
a renewable technology, pairing it with the right heat emitters was vital to ensure maximum performance. Maximising safety was a further consideration so the fact that the LSTs are fully compliant with all the necessary health and safety regulations was another plus. This includes NHS Safe Surface Temperature guidelines, which help protect Schaffer House’s more vulnerable residents from injury if their skin accidentally comes into contact with the LST casing. The financial and environmental savings that the building is now generating speak for themselves.” Independently tested in an EN442-accredited
laboratory, the Barlo LSTs installed at Schaffer House are certified to meet BS EN442 standards. They comply with NHS Safe Surface Temperature guidelines (max. 43˚C) when operating at a maximum flow temperature of 80˚C and a return of 60˚C, or a maximum flow temperature of 75˚C and a return of 65˚C.
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