New Siemens Magnetic Expansion Valve Increases R290 Heat Pump Efficiency by 16% Over Electronic Valve, Says Refra
The new valve allows superheat control to within 0.1‒0.2K, while electronic valves control within 2‒3K.
The new valve allows superheat control to within 0.1‒0.2K, while electronic valves control within 2‒3K.
Vestre’s newest factory, The Plus, uses R290 heat pumps and chillers supplied by Enrad in its production process and for heating.
The Swedish home energy company’s heat pump comes in three sizes and is available in Germany, Italy and the U.K.
Studies and tests on indirect HVAC systems using flammable refrigerants may start this summer.
The OEM said the units are designed to meet the market’s preference for lower capital costs, a compact footprint and easy installation.
The modular heat pumps are designed to meet the heating and cooling needs of large commercial, residential and industrial applications.
The heat pump is designed as an alternative to gas-fired and electric boilers to domestic hot water production in renovated buildings.
The Swedish manufacturer’s heat pumps will be installed as part of ‘several projects’ for Finnish supermarket chain K Group.
Gildardo Yañez, a refrigeration specialist and Training and Applications Manager at Bohn, delivered the address.
The event, to be held in Copenhagen from January 23–24, will include a discussion on the performance of natural refrigerants in centrifugal compressors.