In this article I will explain to you how a thermostat, which is also called a thermostatic valve or thermostatic radiator valve, works, is constructed and what the differences are between conventional and electronic thermostats. Important: However, first of all, it...
Categorie: Heating
Heating system provides comfort and warmth in buildings during the cold season. Since heating is a very complex system, you will find many interesting articles on heating and energy systems in this category. From hydraulic balancing, heat generation, heat distribution and heat emission to legal obligations and regulations, there have already been many and detailed articles about heating technology. I will continue to develop these, in order to offer you a comprehensive overview of heating technology. In the following the articles published so far are once again clearly listed:
Hydronic balancing
- What is hydronic balancing?
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Example for a detached house
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 1: Fundamentals
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 2: Heating Load Calculation
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 3: Data Recording
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 4: Calculate Radiator Output
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Underfloor Heating and Floor heating?
- Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 5: Calculate volumetric flow rate
Heat generation
Heat Distribution
Force of Action
Heat Transfer
What is hydronic balancing?
In this article I will explain what hydronic balancing is and which steps are necessary to balance a heating system. For the term hydronic balancing the term hydraulic balancing is often used. Hydraulic balancing is relatively simple. Hydraulics is the science of...
How does a heating system with circulating pump work?
In this short article I explain what a heating system with circulating pump is, how it works and what its advantages and disadvantages are. The most important feature of a heating system with circulating pump is the use of a pump to transport water in the heating...
What is a Direct Vent System?
In this article I'll explain to you what a Direct Vent System is. A Direct Vent System is a chimney or an exhaust pipe with two parallel flow channels (double-pipe flue). The hot exhaust gas of the fireplace is discharged over the inner channel and fresh air supplies...
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