Altecnic News & Blogs

Heat pumps serve as an effective, energy-efficient solution for maintaining desirable ambient temperatures within buildings. As experts in heat pump components and accessories, in this guide we explore the key parts and components found within heat pump systems that contribute to their function. What are heat pump systems? Unlike heat-generative systems, heat pump systems bi-directionally […]

With the domestic heating landscape needing to evolve due to targets set by the government, homeowners are presented with an array of options that span from traditional gas boilers to new, low-carbon renewable solutions. Amidst this diversity, hybrid domestic systems have emerged, providing seamless integration of heat pumps and boilers to offer homeowners with an […]

The sixth issue of Idronics UK offers guidance on heat pump design and componentry selection, aiming to enhance the knowledge of the industry and support the shift to low-carbon heating solutions. Altecnic Ltd, the UK’s leading supplier of hydronic solutions, has launched the sixth issue of technical journal, Idronics UK. This latest edition focuses on […]

The push for a sustainable future is driving regulations towards low-carbon and renewable energy sources for heating and hot water. This can be a challenge for building owners and developers, especially in existing structures. But fear not, there’s a solution: Heat Interface Units (HIUs). Traditional heating systems typically rely on individual boilers in each dwelling. […]

HIU’s perform an important role in heating systems, so it’s important to know right from wrong when it comes to misconceptions in the industry. Let’s set the record straight: “A HIU is like a boiler” A heat interface unit (HIU) is an appliance that might look like a boiler, but it functions very differently to […]

We talk every day about expansion vessels in one form or another, this could be giving part codes to customers to sizing vessels for installers – but what is the purpose of an expansion vessel and what are the differences between all the different types, let’s take a look. What is an Expansion Vessel? An […]

The rise of off-site fabrication presents a game-changing solution for specifiers, contractors, and building operators tackling refurbishment challenges and striving for high-performance heating and hot water systems in commercial buildings. Establishing efficient heating systems amidst constraints like limited space, tight schedules, skill shortages, and product availability issues has been a persistent struggle. Embracing off-site fabrication […]

Dirt and air in hydronic systems cause operational problems and their removal is a key factor in achieving maximum efficiency. Steve Elsmore, Senior Technical Support at Altecnic, breaks down why the removal of air from systems is important and describes the components that can be installed to remove air from systems. What is deaeration? Deaeration […]

As part of World Quality Week 2023, we speak with Quality Manager, Chris Churchill, who plays a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality in our organisation. Join us as we delve into the world of quality management, exploring the importance of quality in our products and processes, the challenges faced, and the […]

As heat pumps use a refrigerant to absorb the heat from the air, ground, or water, they have a risk of freezing. This is particularly so when installed in places that are exposed to the elements and fluctuations in temperature. Should freezing occur, not only would any repair be costly, it could cause further issues […]