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Central Heating | Wall/Ceiling Heat Pump System

Rinnai
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Variotherm Modular Panels for surface heating and cooling of walls and ceilings is an innovation in interior comfort expanding on the popularity of underfloor heating. It’s the same principle of radiant comfort but more convenient and more efficient as well as being much faster to react. The Variotherm Modular Panel systems are supplied in sheets of Termacell, a new green building product, made of gypsum and recycled newspaper. The panels are attached to the wall or ceiling and are stopped then painted just like plaster board. The pipe work is connected back to a manifold and warm or chilled water is circulated through the panel delivering comfort to the body.

The hydronic heat pump system:

  • BRANZ appraised Multitubo Piping System
  • Highly efficient Japanese Chofu heat pump
  • SmartOne controller

Optional extras:

  • Cooling
  • Hot water cylinder heating
  • Other hydronic options such as radiators/underfloor and towel rails
  • Can be integrated with solar power systems
Details
Scope of use
  • Residential — single storey, multi-storey, standalone or apartment dwellings
  • Variotherm panels replace plasterboard linings (GIB)
  • Suitable for all climate zones — minimum outdoor air temperature: -20°
  • Can be integrated with solar power systems
Features
  • Wall and ceiling systems heat the entire room evenly and at a lower temperature, reducing energy consumption
  • Suitable for low or net zero carbon homes
  • Healthy — no forced airflow, central heating and cooling is ideal for people with respiratory or allergy problems
  • Silent and comfortable — invisible whole home heating
  • Flexible design options — can add cooling, hot water cylinder heating, and radiators/underfloor

Module Wall

  • Highly energy-efficient heating and cooling system
  • Pipes spaced at 75mm for high output
  • Works with low temperatures for heating and high temperatures for cooling, saving energy
  • Attached to metal or wooden support structures as drywall construction
  • Pipes integrated into the rear of gypsum fibre boards
  • Easy planning for light switches and power sockets
  • Simple pipe locating tools for picture hanging between pipes

Module Ceiling

  • Same panel can be used for ceiling heating or cooling
  • Perforated Acoustic Module Panels serve four functions: ceiling lining, acoustic aid, heating, and cooling
  • Gentle, almost unnoticeable heating/cooling for maximum comfort
  • Engineers at Central Heating New Zealand calculate required surface area and advise on installation
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About the
Seller

For over 45 years, Rinnai has supplied New Zealand homes with a range of appliances that help Kiwis to enjoy comfortable, safe and efficient lives. We’ve designed and manufactured products especially for New Zealand homes and conditions – from heating your water, to heating and cooling your living areas. With over a million appliances sold over this time, Rinnai has established a proud reputation for quality and reliability, and become known as your total home living experts.

At Rinnai, we’re all about comfort.

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