40 ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • Industry News Stiebel Eltron - Save space and maximise returns by going decentralised say heating experts Decentralised services simplify and streamline the process during construction as systems are installed in each individual residence or office unit, making it possible to carry out a staged handover. Electric hot water and room heating solutions can be positioned where they are needed without the restrictions associated with gas feeds, flues or venting, simplifying the construction process. With electric point of use water heaters, less plumbing is needed between the heater and where the water is used, reducing labour costs, making the installation more costeffective and reducing the risk of leaks. Instantaneous and unvented point of Industry News STIEBEL ELTRON, leading manufacturer of heating, hot water and ventilation products has predicted that the electrification of heat to meet net zero targets will mean a move to decentralised building services for inner city and multi-occupancy buildings. use water heaters and electric room heating also do away with the need for annual maintenance – a great annual saving for landlords “All our instantaneous water heaters feature bare wire technology which virtually eliminates scaling on the element for extended product life,” explained Mark McManus, Managing Director STIBEL ELTRON Ireland. “And as they are super-compact we’ve seen enterprising developers save enough space over a development to allow for a whole extra dwelling when switching from a central store of water. Our 3 phase units can even be used for homes with baths or multiple shower rooms and the costs of installing the extra electrical infrastructure are offset by the lower installation and maintenance costs. Not to mention that 3 phase is now often planned for vehicle charging in any case. “When it comes to clean, warm air, decentralised ventilation with heat recovery like our VLR 70 Trend product does away with the need for costly ducting and is particularly beneficial in retrofit situations where tenants might otherwise have to be rehoused while ducting is fitted. “With the added benefits of much reduced capital expenditure and reduced, smart electrical contractors are helping their developer partners increase profits with decentralised solutions.” Your Dedicated Marketing Partner Since 2018, we have been working with companies in the electrical industry helping them build & manage their digital presence. Visit our NEW website lambourndigital.com
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