A heat pump works by extracting ambient temperature from the following:


Heat pumps are an ingenious solution to providing your home with on demand renewable heating capable of providing your home with all of it hot water needs.

Heat Pumps are not that common in Britain, whereas in Scandinavia they are used successfully in the majority of new builds, in Sweden alone, 97% of all new housing projects use them as their source of heating. Why? Not only are they an efficient form of heating, but reserves of fossil fuels are finite and Carbon Dioxide emissions are continually contributing to climate change.  Heat Pumps are operational around the world, producing safe, reliable heating and cooling. When used in conjunction with a green electricity supplier, Heat Pumps can be a greenhouse gas emission free heating method.

 

Thermal Earth’s Heat Pump Solutions are compatible with most people’s homes. Simply contact us for advice or arrange for a no obligation quotation, we can then advise you on a system to meet your exact needs.We supply, fit and maintain all heat pumps. We know our products, you can leave all of the work to us.

Your new heating system should be a custom fit for your home. The correct sizing of a heating system along with a handful of other installation practices is crucial in order to make the savings, have the comfort and reduce your carbon foot-print.


Thermal Earth will not size your equipment based on merely square footage, or past heating systems, we conduct heat loss calculations which are tailored specifically around the set of plans given to us, or measurements and data captured through an on site visit.

 

 

 

About our solution 

Heat Pumps are a rather ingenious solution to heating your home. Using the same principles as Air Conditioning units and Fridges, Heat Pumps have the potential to meet the same level of penetration. The liquid solution which circulates within the heat pump, boils when it absorbs the outside ambient temperature, the gas created is then compressed which in turn gives it more heat energy, up to 70˚C. This heat is then passed through the Heat Exchanger which in turn heats the water used throughout the heating system. This results in an energy effiecient solution which, instead of burning a fuel, it extracts thermal energy from an ambient source, producing ‘green’ heating for your home*.

 

Key points of Heat Pumps

•    A Heat Pump can save  up to 30% off your heating bill when compared to an existing gas system

•    Heat Pumps don’t feature an open flame, therefore guarding against any possible fuel leaks or carbon-monoxide poisoning

•    Heat is available whatever the weather, day or night

•    No need for an expensive Gas connection or an unsightly fuel tank

•    Can be used to heat a swimming pool or self contained out-building

•    The average coefficient of performace (CoP) is between 3-4 units, this means that for every 1KW used to run the heat pump 3-4 KW of usable heat energy can be produced.

 

Which heat pump is right for you? 

Ground
Ground Source heat pumps are dependant on an area surrounding a property. The cheapest method for ground source heat pumps is a horizontal loop which requires a large surface area (typically XXm). If there isn’t enough land available then the alternative would be to create a vertical closed loop system. Both offer the same efficiencies; however a vertical loop is slightly more expensive.

Water
A Water Source heat pump is most suitable when there is a water supply near by, this could be in the form of a river, lake or a borehole (these can be created by us dependant on water content of land). A water source is the most efficient form of heat pump as the liquid passing through the system isn’t re-circulated, instead it pulls directly from the source.

Air
Air Source heat pumps are a great solution where space is at a premium or where there is no garden. They can be installed anywhere where there is a constant access to outside air. This can range from; being rested on the ground outside, suspended on a wall or even in a loft with ducting to the outside.

 

FAQ about Heat Pumps


Will Heat Pumps work during cold days and during the winter months?
British winters are ideal for heat pumps. With the advancements in heat pump technologies the air source units can remain suitable to as low as -6˚C, ground source are always effective due to the earth’s consistent temperature throughout the coldest of days.

What is the payback of the heat pumps?
Depending on the fuel being replaced, the payback period varies, typically it is about 10 years****. When used in conjunction with under-floor heating and the gas prices rise compared to electricity, the payback of the system can decrease further.

Can I use the water generated by the Heat Pump to shower and bathe?
Our Heat Pumps can provide all of your hot water needs. The heat pumps can be set to output a range of temperatures, including those comfortable to shower, bathe and supply your domestic heating needs.

Does the Heat Pump system require any maintenance?
Maintenance intervals for Heat Pumps are typically the same as those of Gas boilers, however unlike Gas Boilers there is less to go wrong. We advise that our heat pumps, after installation are checked at least once every two years.

Is it true that heat pumps can be used for cooling too?
Yes. This is yet another benefit over conventional heating systems. To generate heat from an ambient source a heat pump uses the reverse cycle of what a domestic fridge uses, therefore to provide cooling in the summer months, the heat pumps cycle simply needs to be switched to the cycle of how a fridge works, this is simply a case of you flicking a switch in most cases.

 

 

Key advantages:

The BoxAir Unit - Air Source Heat Pump


The BoxAir heat pump is a very efficient, economical source of heat and hot water for domestic and commercial properties. The advanced design of the evaporator unit is heated by residual heat of the coolant and prevents freezing of excess water. Installation is simple with the use of insulated pipes fed directly to the heating system or accumulation tank. The BoxAir can be controlled via the internet, which in turn would mean you get a 7 year guarantee.


Features of the BoxAir Heat Pump:


•    Modern design
•    Expansion valve with electronic control
•    Low-noise fan
•    Equithermal Carel PaD control system
•    Built-in electrical auxiliary heater

 

The AquaMaster - Ground Source Heat Pump


The AquaMaster range of heat pumps are some of the most advanced ground source units available on the market. They feature a seven year warranty which is an unprecedented length of time for a heat pump. The output range has many levels from 6kW up to 63kW. The units have an excellent price/performance ratio with their exceptionally high COP’s (Coefficient of Performance) and virtually silent operation with the anti-vibration mounthing, which allows you to position the heat pump anywhere without being disturbed by unpleasant noise. Thanks to an output temperature of up to 60˚C a AquaMaster system is suitable for refurbishments of heating system in older buildings. The AquaMaster unit can have advanced functions installed on request such as multi-circuit control, which makes it possible to a separate system such as a swimming pool, or provide a wet-cooling system.

 

 

Features of the AquaMaster Heat Pump


•    Sanyo scroll compressor with anti-vibrating mounting
•    Equithermal Carel PCOxs control and measuring system
•    Circulation pumps of the primary and secondary side
•    Quiet operation
•    Attractive & practical design

 

Why choose MasterTherm Heat Pumps?



1.    7 Year warranty when fitted with internet diagnostics option.


2.    2 Year warranty as standard.


3.    Ground Source models available with de-superheater technology to
provide domestic hot water to 65°c.


4.    Electronic expansion valve as standard.


5.    The award winning Mastertherm inverter range offers leading edge technology and variable output available in 3 sizes: 3-8kW, 5-12kW and 6-17kW. The inverter only supplies the output required, offering greater efficiency and COP up to 6.


6.    Soft Start fitted as standard – no problems with electrical infrastructure.


7.    Remote diagnostics via Internet, gives our engineers the ability to monitor and adjust any parameters and advise without a site visit.


8.    Manufactured in Europe to EN14511, using only branded market leading components.


9.    Full range available, single units available in ground/water source from 6kw to 65kw, air source from 6kW to 35kW, up to 20kW in single phase


10.    Multiple heat pumps can be connected together to supply large complex heating systems.


11.    Inbuilt weather compensation, our heat pumps can control in-room temperatures   based on external ambient temperature.


12.    Full cooling capability, your heat pump can provide heating in the winter and cooling   in the summer.


13.    Can be programmed to control multiple heat sources.


14.    Ability to control multiple electrical tariffs, we can program the heat pump to   manage its operation to Economy 7 or 10 tariffs, increasing efficiency.


15.    All models are fully programmable; we can program the heat pump to suit your application, not make a standard product 'fit'.


16.    Germany experiences significantly colder winters and warmer summers than the UK, MasterTherm is an established brand in this demanding market.


17.    Specifically programmed to work in the UK climate.

 

If you require further details on Mastertherm please visit the UK Website by clicking on the link below:

http://mastertherm.co.uk/