Flat plate collectors supplied by Nu-Heat utilize the latest collector technology including prismatic glass and titanium oxide absorber coating, both of which maximize performance.

The metal sheet absorber sits between the glazing and insulation and collects the radiation that passes through the glass. This heat is transferred to the water/glycol mix that flows through the copper pipes in the panel. The fluid is then pumped along circulating pipes before passing through a heat exchanger in the hot water cylinder or thermal store, where the heat is made available.

Up to eight collectors can be fitted from one pump station, so even the largest project can be catered for. Nu-Heat’s experienced designers will advise on the correct system configuration to fully achieve optimum efficiency for domestic hot water depending on project requirements. The Nu-Heat design and sizing process uses its own unique calculation package to specify the ideal configuration of cylinder, solar collectors and ancillary components.

Our specification process has been developed in conjunction with European solar design software, TSol, as well as the Government's SAP Building Regulations’ assessment criteria. Solar panels supplied by Nu-Heat are MCS approved making them eligible for the Renewable Heat Premium Payment (RHPP) and the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) subject to other criteria being met.