The Multibeton system of modulation
The Multibeton
system of modulation is designed to ensure that the underfloor heating
system closely follows the building heat requirements. This means for
instance acknowledging that a greater requirement for heat exists at
external walls and glazing than on an internal wall. Considering the left
hand diagram below which shows pipes evenly spaced. The result here would be
lower and uncomfortable. The right hand diagram shows that by increasing the
pipe density against the external wall an even temperature profile can be
achieved.
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Parallel Equal Spaced
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MULTIBETON
Modulation
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The diagram below
illustrates the Multibeton system of modulation. Using this method ensures
the design of a system takes into account the building heat requirement more
precisely than other systems.
The importance of
good design cannot be over emphasized and it must be right first time.
Whilst it is possible to apply evenly spaced piped to an internal space this
cannot be the case where one needs to take into account potential cold zones
such as external walls or full height glazing. Good design will always
ensure that there is adequate pipe to operate at the lowest possible water
temperature. This reduces the surface temperature and gives an even
comfortable surface temperature across the entire floor. Pipes widely spaced
at higher temperatures will produce an uneven floor temperature. Lower water
temperatures also mean that alternative energy source such as heat recovery,
heat pumps and condensing boilers can be used with Multibeton.
This principle of
Multibeton modulation has been used for 25 years and offers the best form of
underfloor heating today with each building system uniquely designed to
ensure comfort conditions.
Modulation or The double spiral?
Many other systems use the double spiral or snail pattern with the result
shown below. The Multibeton system of modulation ensures that the
design will closely follow the actual building requirements.
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