Polypipe, the UK’s leading manufacturer of underfloor heating systems (UFH), has launched the Single Zone Electric Boiler.
The new boiler removes the need for single room UFH applications to be plumbed into the existing home heating system, providing an easier way for installers to fit UFH systems into new extensions or conversions.
The new boiler offers a solution for smaller, standalone projects where it would be impractical to plumb into a main system. The unit is designed to provide a completely self-sufficient UFH solution for a range of projects, from standard applications such as bathroom conversions, kitchens and extensions, through to more unusual uses such as garden buildings, log cabins, or loft conversions.
For the installer, the Single Zone Electric Boiler has been designed with speed and ease of installation in mind. The compact unit is a ‘one box solution’ which includes all the components required to run UFH, and comes complete with simple push-fit connections, and fill and drain ports.
The 3kw boiler can supply the hot water to service Polypipe Underfloor Heating systems installed in an area of up to 38m2 (based on a requirement of 80w/m2) with a temperature range of between 24°C and 56°C, offering improved efficiency over an equivalent radiator system. The boiler’s compact design ensures that it can be accommodated into smaller areas, helping to maximise space while providing a more even and comfortable heat than radiators.
The boiler also enhances energy efficiency for the end user. Electric UFH systems have historically been a strong option for one-off or single area projects, however as they remain independent to other heating systems, when the UFH is on the electricity is constantly in use, meaning that they can be costly to run.
However, the Single Zone Electric Boiler initially draws on the homeowner’s electricity to heat up the required water, and once the water is circulating through the system, the boiler only draws electricity intermittently to maintain the temperature. Overall, this offers significant cost and efficiency savings compared to a full electric UFH system.