Heating that doesn’tcost the earth

Save money on heating bills and drastically reduce your carbon footprint

Using the environment to heat your home

Ground Source Heat PumpWhile the air temperature varies throughout the year, typically in the UK, the ground temperature below the frost line averages between 8 and 10ºC at a depth of between 1 to 2 metres all year round.

By using a series of pipes buried in either a trench or borehole, heat is collected from the soil or water and transferred to the heat pump. The heat pump can then transfer this free energy to the desired heat distribution system i.e. Radiators, Under Floor Heating, water storage for the hot water supply.

During the summer, the heat can also be transferred back into the ground to act as a cooling mechanism.

Around 75% of the energy required for heating can be taken from the ground (which costs nothing) to provide heating and hot water.

Have you ever wondered why the back of your fridge feels warm?

Your fridge is designed to extract heat from your food and transfer this ‘captured’ energy to the back of your fridge and into your kitchen. Imagine using this wasted heat to provide free heating and hot water!

Heat Pumps work on the same principle but rather than wasting that captured energy, the freely available renewable energy taken from the environment i.e. Ground, Air or Water is compressed to produce more heat and then converted into comfortable heating and hot water. Simply by moving free energy from one place to another.

Heat pump Technology can be up to 5 times more energy efficient than a standard gas or oil boiler. Therefore for every unit of electricity you use, Heat Pumps can provide you with up to 5 units of free heat energy in return.

Air Source Heat PumpAir source heat pumps work by converting the low temperature energy found freely in the air into providing heating and hot water to family homes and commercial properties.

The heat produced can be used to pre-heat water in a storage tank or circulate through under floor heating or radiators.

Even the British weather won’t disrupt this clever technology as it can still perform well at temperatures as low as -15 ºC.

For every 1kw in........................you will receive 0.99kw in heat energy

For every 1kw spent........................you will receive 0.83kw in heat energy

For every 1 kw spent.....you will receive a minimum of 3kw in heat energy!

For every 1 kw spent.....you will receive a minimum of 3kw in heat energy!

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How efficient are heat pumps? Traditional Methods

Eco Intellect Heat Pumps

With Heat Pump Technology, running costs are drastically reduced even despite the fact that the cost of gas is currently lower than the cost of electricity. Also, when using a heat pump system the CO emissions are far less than if using a gas or electric boiler. Based on SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) 2005 figures, heat pumps reduce CO emissions by up to 43%.

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Your Questions Answered

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The installation of renewable energy technologies such as Wind Turbines, Solar Panels and Heat Pumps can all save money on your energy bills, drastically reduce your carbon footprint and your dependency on fossil fuels by using a free natural renewable resource.

The use of Solar Panels to heat water is becoming increasingly popular around the world due to the energy and money saving.

Solar Panels work by collecting energy from the sun which heats the �uid in the Solar Panel. The heat from the �uid is then transferred to the heat distribution system, i.e. radiators, under �oor heating, hot water supply.

Solar Panels can be installed at various locations including homes and o�ce buildings and are a popular way to invest in your property and your energy future.

The use of Wind Turbines can be a great way to provide a source of clean and renewable energy for your home or business.

Wind Turbines harness the power of the wind and use it to generate electricity.

The energy from the wind turns propeller-like blades around driving a turbine which generates electricity. The stronger the wind, the more electricity produced.

I haven’t heard of these systemsbefore, are they new?

In the United States and Europe, especially Sweden Austria and Germany the use of Heat Pumps are very common. Heat Pumps were invented more than 50 years ago and continuous development has greatly improved its reliability and efficiency.

Will the system save me money?

Yes. The amount you save depends on the design and the property where the system is to be installed, but you will definitely save versus other fuels – including gas and other carbon producing alternatives.

Do Air Source and Ground Source Heat Pumps really work?

In short – Yes! By moving energy from one place to another, our systems can take the lowtemperature energy from the air, the ground or water. Compress it to a higher temperature and transfer it to heat your property. The system works on the same principle as a fridge – whichtakes heat from its contents, transferring that heat into your kitchen (which is why the back ofyour fridge feels warm!).

Will it provide enough hot water for baths showers & domestic hot water?

Our advanced Heat Pump technology candeliver a temperature of up to 80° C which will provide an abundance of piping hot water. Much too hot to put your hand under without scalding, however you don’t have to set it this high.

Does the Heat Pump work all year round?

Our systems operate efficiently in very low temperatures. In fact these systems are very popular in northern Scandinavia where the winters are severe and temperaturesfrequently drop to -20ºC.

Is the system noisy?

Our units have been subject to decades of development which has reduced noise and vibration to a minimum – the result is that they may hum just a little, like a refrigerator.

What is COP?

You may have heard the phrase COP (Coefficient of Performance). Put simply, this is the ratio of heat output versus the amount of energy the system uses. Our systems can deliver something in the region of 1:5 meaning that for every unit of electricity you use, the system could generate 5 units of heat.

Are they suitable for new builds?

Very well suited. The insulation values on new builds make the installation of Heat Pump a good choice. It can also be cheaper when installing Ground Source Heat Pumps on a new build as the installation of the ground loops can be done when the footings are excavated.

The use of Solar Panels to heat water is becoming increasingly popular around the world due to the energy and money savings.

Solar Panels work by collecting energy from the sun which heats the fluid in the Solar Panel. The heat from the fluid is then transferred to the heat distribution system, i.e. radiators, under floor heating, hot water supply.

Solar Panels can be installed at various locations including homes and office buildings and are a popular way to invest in your property and your energy future.

The installation of renewable energy technologies such as Wind Turbines, Solar Panels and Heat Pumps can all save money on your energy bills, drastically reduce your carbon footprint and your dependency on fossil fuels by using a free natural renewable resource.

The use of Wind Turbines can be a great way to provide a source of clean and renewable energy for your home or business.

Wind Turbines harness the power of the wind and use it to generate electricity.

The energy from the wind turns propeller-like blades around driving a turbine which generates electricity. The stronger the wind, the more electricity produced.

Alternative Renewable Energy

How can we help you?Technology has come a long way in recent years and individuals, communities and businesses alike are recognising the benefits of switching to renewable energy.

At Eco Intellect we pride ourselves in offering a complete, no nonsense, and down to earth approach to energy efficient solutions.

Our aim is to meet your requirements, reduce carbon emissions and future proof your hard earned cash from rising energy prices.

From on site evaluations to design, supply and installation, you can be confident that we will match your precise requirements and ensure we deliver the right solution for your needs every time.

Other ServicesBesides our core offering of energy efficient solutions,

we can offer you a variety of other services

If you would like any further information on any of our services please feel free to contact us.

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