Heating and cooling company talks the same language
Albion launches technical jargon buster for hydronic balancing applications
Albion Valves (UK) has introduced a new pocket-size guide for heating and cooling engineers and contractors.
The new guide is available from Albion's distributors and is designed to help ensure the industry is talking the same language when it comes to hydronic balancing and related products.
Hydronic system balancing is one of the more-complicated tasks faced by building services engineers and historically heating and chilled water systems were balanced by specialist engineers only. However, with the introduction of dynamic balancing products onto the market there is an increasing opportunity to simplify the process, cut costs, and improve consistency once the new technologies have successfully been adopted.
In recent years Albion has increased its range of technical valves and fittings, especially in the area of hydronic balancing, which includes its own range of commissioning and control valves. The introduction of the pocket guide is designed as a reference point, offering customers practical support for installations and in translating some of the associated technical terminology.
The guide illustrates the differences between static and dynamic systems and shows how a typical installation might work, as well as demonstrating how components function to ensure an even flow of energy across heating and cooling systems.
Albion Valves’ technical specifications manager, Paul Wightman, said: “Hydronic balancing can seem daunting, even to an experienced installer, so we have included details on specific products and their technical symbols to help simplify the process. The choice of equipment is key to achieving a well-balanced system. Hydronic balancing valves are like pneumatic mechanisms, but instead of using oil or air they are influenced by water pressure.
“Our intention is to ensure there is more clarity for our customers regarding our range of products including the Monolink, dynamic balancing valves, pressure independent control valves, differential pressure control valves and constant flow regulators.
“Technical jargon is commonplace in every industry and we are no exception, we hope to help engineers decipher the FODRVs from VODRV's and establish a best practice within the industry."