PRODUCTS & SERVICES Products of the month Rinnais product range embraces electrification Electric options for hot water heating align with sustainability and decarbonisation goals R innai has expanded its product line-up to include electric options, aligning with UK energy strategies focused on clean and sustainable electrification. UK energy strategists believe that clean and sustainable electrification is currently one of the best options for reducing carbon emissions while maximising efficiencies and lowering end-user customer costs. In recognition of this, Rinnai has adapted its extensive product range to include electric versions of its hot water applications and continues to focus on developing new product innovations. Further launches are expected in the first part of this year. New additions include the Infinit-E range, an optional three-phase all-electric water storage heater for commercial hot water applications. These are designed for flexibility, with units fitted with between one and six titanium elements. The kilowatt (kW) rating within the Infinit-E range is scalable from 12kW to 72kW, ensuring that they are suitable for a wide variety of applications. Each cylinder is manufactured with stainless steel, which adds durability and enables Rinnai to offer extensive warranties on the product. The use of stainless steel also makes the Infinit-E range lightweight and easily manoeuvrable compared with glass-lined variants, with a maximum empty weight of 54kg. All electrical elements can be fitted to a single-phase supply, mitigating against site limitations. Each element within the appliance range also has its own controllable thermostat, with a temperature range of 49oC to 90oC. Fuse protection of each element eliminates the need for expensive sacrificial anodes because of the tough stainless-steel build. All-electric systems can benefit from Rinnais modulating smart electric cylinder range, ensuring that only direct electricity used fills the performance gap from the renewable heat source. Rinnais electrical hybrid solar heating and hot water systems deliver identical performance compared with traditional options. Rinnais range of electric products includes monobloc air source heat pumps (ASHPs), available in variants from 4kW to 110kW. Rinnais heat pump technology allows up to 54 March 2024 www.cibsejournal.com CIBSE March 24 pp54-56 Products.indd 54 seven units to be cascaded together for larger commercial applications. A cascade system works by using multiple heat pumps in conjunction, allowing for a level of functioning synchronicity and greater operational performance. The HPI models feature ultra-low sound capability, complying with stringent standards for areas with prohibitive sound legislation. All Rinnai commercial heat pumps use low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, including R32 and R290, which are capable of reducing electricity consumption by up to 10% and holding a lower GWP. Rinnais HPI heat pump range is rated A+++ for energy efficiency and offers operational flexibility to switch between settings of heating, hot water and cooling. Rinnais HPI ASHPs, hybrid formations, electrical formats, and hydrogen gas mixpowered water heaters are all part of the H3 range of products. This range was designed to facilitate decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and reduced customer costs. Rinnai aims to offer practical, affordable, and feasible solutions to all UK customers. It is committed to giving customers various options of carbon-reducing technology for an improved lifestyle. Additionally, it strives to keep UK customers informed about major changes and developments in the international energy market. The H3 range of decarbonising products includes hydrogen/BioLPG-ready technology, hybrid systems, low-GWP heat pumps, and solar thermal solutions. The range also features Infinity hydrogen blend-ready and BioLPG-ready continuous flow water heaters, designed for long life, robustness, durability, and customer satisfaction. Rinnais H3 range of products offers contractors, consultants and end-users efficient, robust and affordable decarbonising appliances, providing practical, economic and technically feasible solutions. Rinnais units can be delivered to any UK site within 24 hours. The manufacturer also offers a carbon and cost-comparison service that will calculate financial and carbon savings made when investing in a system. A system design service can also be provided that will suggest to clients an appropriate system for the property in question. Rinnai offers comprehensive training courses and technical support in all aspects of the water heating industry, including detailed CPDs. More information can be found on Rinnais website and its Help Me Choose webpage. Visit www.rinnaiuk.com Tel: 020 7880 6245 Email: cibsedirectory@redactive.co.uk 23/02/2024 11:15