Efficiently powering your climate control, 24/7
Comfort and safety should be prioritised in any aged care setting and the selection of climate control system needs to support these priorities. Hydronic heating is a safe, energy efficient and cost-effective option that boasts a wide range of benefits that your care setting, residents, staff, and visitors can all gain from. As you can see from the number of hydronic heating system for aged care projects we have consulted on and supplied, from radiant panels and underfloor heating, to in floor trench heaters, the hydronic approach offers options for all facilities.
Arcare Aged Care
Equisent Home Residential Care
Benetas St Paul's Terrace
Kalyna Care
Baptcare Aged Care
Guyra Residential Care
Holmwood Aged Care
Bluecross Aged Care
Lifestyle Willow Wood
Lynden Aged Care
Japara Glen Waverley
Livingstone Gardens
Avondrust Lodge
Benetas Aged Care
Mayflower
Millhaven Lodge
Outlook Gardens Aged Care
Peninsula Grange
Point Cook Aged Care
Providence Aged Care
Regis Aged Care
Regis East Malvern
Rosary Gardens Aged Care
Sambell Lodge
San Carlo home for the Aged
St Johns Village
Star of the Sea Aged Care
Village Glen Aged Care
Products used in aged care heating and cooling projects
In our 40 years of experience advising and installing premium hydronic solutions for a range of settings, included aged care centres, we have traditionally selected the following hydronic heating products:
Highly efficient, natural gas condensing boilers are a critical component for any gas fired hydronic heating system, considered the engine of a system, modern condensing boilers are extremely efficient, with efficiencies no less than 95%. Condensing boilers ensure your system runs efficiently at a desired temperature, around the clock, they require minimal maintenance and can also be utilised for domestic hot water production for your facility.
With products designed and produced specifically for safety-critical settings, hydronic radiators are a popular product for heating in aged care centres.
For larger common areas, hydronic underfloor heating is a comfortable and very practical option, with a range of floor coverings that can be laid on top.
Boilers
Highly efficient, natural gas condensing boilers are a critical component for any gas fired hydronic heating system, considered the engine of a system, modern condensing boilers are extremely efficient, with efficiencies no less than 95%. Condensing boilers ensure your system runs efficiently at a desired temperature, around the clock, they require minimal maintenance and can also be utilised for domestic hot water production for your facility.
Radiant Panel Heating
With products designed and produced specifically for safety-critical settings, hydronic radiators are a popular product for heating in aged care centres.
Underfloor Heating
Hydronic Heating for Private Rooms
Radiant panel heating is a fantastic option for private accommodation rooms, with low temperature touch panels available, ensuring the safety of residents and staff. Hydronic radiant panel heaters operate silently, so zero noise pollution, supporting the wellbeing of residents, they can be controlled individually so each and every occupant can benefit from custom temperature levels day and night.
Available in a range of sizes, hydronic radiant panel heaters are suitable for all spaces and are highly energy efficient with running costs up to 40% less than ducted heating systems. Relying solely on hot water flowing through them, hydronic radiant panel heaters can be connected to a different heat sources, some of the common options are gas fired condensing boiler and Hydronic heat pumps.
Maximum Comfort for Common Areas
Hydronic heating is all about consistent comfort, across indoor spaces. Incorporating underfloor heating and radiant panel heating, otherwise known as radiators, across common areas such as hallways, entry reception desks, dining rooms and entertainment areas, will provide even, comfortable ambient temperatures. When coupled with quality insulation, hydronic heating systems ensure year-round comfort. Alongside consistent temperature, hydronic heating retains a healthy level of moisture in the air, so it doesn’t dry or dehydrate the environment unlike other forms of heating. The hydronic approach will also provide improved air quality for residents, visitors, and staff, amongst other benefits. For maximum comfort, consider a hydronic system for your aged care facility.
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Safety First Design
Hunt Commercial offers premium hydronic products designed with safety in mind. Developed specifically for safety-critical settings, such as aged care, safe to touch panels are a popular choice with surface temperatures remaining below 50℃. As hydronic products are connected to a sealed pipe system within the walls or floors, there are no external cables or cords, which means no trip hazards for staff and residents alike. In addition, there’s also the absence of hot blowing air, which can present a fire hazard in free standing blow heaters and ducted systems. Hydronic products also don’t attract a build-up of dust and other air borne debris, which is an issue with other systems that require routine deep cleaning to ensure safety and health standards are met.
Reduce Spread of Infection with Hydronic Heating
By installing hydronic radiant panels heaters or hydronic underfloor heating in your facility, you are offering your residents, visitors, and staff the healthiest climate control option. As the hydronic approach doesn’t rely on fan forced air, there are no airborne pollutants circulating through the centre, which can rapidly spread infection, trigger respiratory issues such as asthma, distribute mould spores and any other number of particles which can cause allergic reactions and general health issues. Hydronic radiators are quick and easy to clean and are made from materials that can withstand hospital grade disinfectants. Improve the air quality and infection control in your aged care setting by installing hydronic heating.
Heat Pump Frequently Asked Questions
An air to water heat pump is used to heat and/or cool residential, industrial and commercial buildings, by transferring thermal energy from outside ambient air, into the buildings Hydronic system, inturn heating and/or cooling the spaces within.
When it comes to cooling, the heat pump simply operates in reverse to heating, absorbing heat energy from the indoor space, then releasing them to the atmosphere outside.
There are two main types of heat pumps, each utilizing different sources of energy, including:
- Air source
- Geothermal (ground-source/water source)
The most commonly used heat pumps commercially, worldwide are air to water.
At Hunt Commercial, we tend to focus on air to water heat pumps as the climate here in Australia is favourable, plus minimal overall infrastructure is require for installation d, making them the preferred choice by many Contact our team to discuss your project requirements.
If serviced routinely as per the manufacturers’ guidelines and maintained properly day to day, there’s no reason why a quality heat pump that has been installed by a professional wouldn’t last 15-20 years or longer.
When it comes to selecting the best climate control products, you really do need to consider your location, the space available, access and budget. it’s also best to keep in mind that there isn’t a one size fits all
Generally speaking, boilers are more expensive to operate, but smaller, lighter, cheaper to purchase and install and can heat a lot faster than a heat pump.
Consulting with experienced industry professionals is always advised, to ensure you are aware of all options that will suit your commercial development project.
Heat pumps are a lot more cost effective to run than traditional gas boilers, however the initial capital outlay for the heat pumpsis much higher than that of a gas boiler.
When it comes to efficiency rates, condensing boilers typically operate at 95%, whereas heat pumps can operate up to 400%, making them an extreamly energy efficient heating and option.