Integrated solar solutions
Grant CombiSOL
With solar thermal systems increasing in popularity in the UK and many new and existing heating installations involving mains pressure combination boilers, a simple, cost effective solution to integrate these two technologies is a must. The Grant CombiSOL is designed to do just that, and is uniquely compatible with most combi boilers and fuel types. It works by accurately controling the outlet temperature of stored secondary hot water produced by a solar thermal system, directing the flow either straight to the hot water outlet, or via the combi boiler to the same outlet with a seamless changeover. There are additionally minimal temperature fluctuations at the taps.
The Grant CombiSOL also accurately regulates the inlet water temperature to the combination boiler, therefore installing this unit with any combi boiler should not pose a problem, as the mixed water into the appliance is limited to a maximum of 24°C.
The unique thermostatic change-over valves provide a safe and simple solution for adding renewable energies to the home without having the added expense of changing your central heating appliance. It is important to ensure that the combination boiler can accept an incoming cold mains water temperature of up to 24°C. If in doubt, contact the boiler manufacturer. Grant’s extensive research and development programme has refined the use of each valve (marked clearly on the white cap) to give optimum control of hot water delivery to your taps.
Grant WinterSOL
The Grant WinterSOL has been designed to provide homeowners with a fully heated cylinder of hot water during times when there may not be sufficient solar (or heat pump) gain, therefore ensuring hot water demand is satisfied.
During the winter months, for example, 150 litres of hot water from a 300 litre cylinder may be insufficient. By fitting the Grant WinterSOL, a simple summer/winter switch can be operated by the customer, allowing the central heating boiler to heat the full contents of the cylinder. When solar gain is restored, the switch is set back to summer mode for maximum efficiency. This unit does not directly prevent solar thermal or heat pump systems from operating as it only energised during the customers normal programmed hot water period.
