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Poor water flow in a hydronic system is one of the most significant energy drains within HVAC systems. Hydronic HVAC systems run on a simple premise of distribution – chilled or hot water is to be uniformly distributed to each unit, zone, and coil, while maintaining a delicate system pressure equilibrium. In reality, this balance is extremely difficult to achieve in industrial settings. Balancing Valves are designed to work against this deficiency, not as an extra component, but as an accessory that makes certain the whole hydronic HVAC system operates in an efficient, stable, smart, and energy conserving manner.

Why Hydronic HVAC Systems Face Flow Imbalance Problems

The Hydronic method of cooling or heating spaces involves the circulation of water through a system of pipelines. These include chillers, boilers, and terminal units such as AHUs, FCUs, and radiators. However, it has a downside; water is rather lazy and prefers to take the path

If you work in an industrial setting, you’re probably familiar with HVAC units, refineries, and power projects. They all contain pipelines: systems that transport water (hot and cold), steam, chemicals, air, and refrigerants. One thing that goes unnoticed, however, is that these pipes tend to lose or gain heat, all depending on the environment. The problem does not stop there. Combining uncontrolled heat transfer within pipe networks with energy consumption, system efficiency, and overload helps us realize how serious the issue is. It is more severe than one might think, considering how much equipment is ruined without the user’s knowledge. As it turns out, this is the reason for existing pipe insulation, which acts as armor against heat danger. Every pipeline, even the most extravagant ones, requires it in order to conserve energy. Without insulation, there are bound to be losses in productivity due to excessive heat pouring out of the system, similar to a cracked tank unleashing