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Introduction
Capturing and utilising solar energy to provide effective sustainable water and space Why choose Buderus?
heating for large-scale commercial installations is now a reality with Buderus’ versatile “Whatever the size of your heating
Buderus is part of Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd. (the heating division of the Robert
solar thermal systems. Our range of collectors, accessories and controls will not only project Buderus can provide the
Bosch Group) and has been at the forefront of the European heating industry ever
preserve valuable fuel and help reduce heating costs, but will also help protect our product, the service support and
since the brand was first established in Germany over 275 years ago. With a long
environment for future generations. the technical know-how.”
standing reputation for engineering high quality heating appliances, the Buderus brand
is now present in over 50 countries worldwide.
This means that our solar products are fully compatible with our extensive range of
commercial boilers and control systems. Together these products will deliver a highly
efficient and precisely managed energy solution for practically any size of installation
from industrial sized projects, office blocks and schools to sports centres, hotels and
hospitals. For those wishing to take advantage of renewable technology immediately it
is also possible to integrate Buderus solar into an existing 3rd party heating system.
25 Years of
enables businesses to claim up to 100% of the first year capital allowance on
investments in energy saving technology. For more details visit www.eca.gov.uk
Experience
Contents Page
Introduction 2
Solar explained 4
Buderus has been designing and
Solar siting 7 manufacturing solar thermal systems
SKN 3.0 & SKS 4.0 overview 8 for over 25 years. The first solar
panels were produced by Buderus in
Buderus solar innovation 10
1979. It is possible to see these early
Solar controls 12 panels still in operation in Germany.
Heating system integration 14
Solar accessories 15
Commercial solar training 16
Solar hydraulics diagram 18
Parts & Accessories list 19
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Solar Explained
It is a common misconception that prolonged periods of exposure to direct sunlight Why solar? Why now?
or continual high temperatures are a pre-requisite for installing solar. Buderus has Summary of energy reserves:
Solar is one of the fastest growing ‘renewable’ technologies, and when you compare
developed highly sensitive collector technology that absorbs indirect solar radiation The diagram below illustrates the the amount of solar energy available during the year, with the remaining fossil fuel
emitted in conditions of diffused sunlight and even cloudy conditions. vast amount of annual solar energy reserves the earth has to offer, it is easy to see why the uptake of solar thermal
available in comparison to the fossil systems has been so rapid.
Overcast Partial cloud Full sun fuel reserves the earth has to offer.
Following the initial investment solar is effectively a continuous source of free energy
that can be put to use to provide hot water and space heating. With the right controls
Solar energy which Annual world
annually reaches primary energy your boiler would only come into use when there is not enough solar energy available
the earth consumption (’94) to meet the heat demand. With energy prices set to rise even further, and with
government incentives driving the renewables sector, adopting solar provides the
opportunity for immediate returns on investment, and demonstrates a strong
Features and benefits of solar at
(~100 W/m2) (~300 W/m2) (~600 W/m2) (~1000 W/m2) Natural
gas commitment to environmental responsibility.
a glance
Diffuse radiation Direct radiation Installing solar is also a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. A collector area of • Free renewable energy for life
Crude oil
The image above shows the approximate W/m that are available in different
2 just 6m2 prevents the release of approximately 1000kg of CO2 each year.
• Minimum additional space
weather conditions
How does Solar thermal work? requirements
Although the summer months generally provide the highest levels of direct Coal
radiation, levels of indirect radiation in the UK, as shown in the map below,
Uranium The highly translucent solar glass captures and retains the solar energy, creating a • A sense of independence from
mean that Buderus solar technology is just as efficient here as it would be in micro green house effect within the collector. The radiation is concentrated into the utility companies
other parts of Europe. coated copper absorber resulting in temperatures above 100ºC, far in excess of the
• Straightforward modular installation
Reserves surrounding air temperature. By passing a solar fluid through the hot absorber
UK solar irradiation annual total kWh/m2 this free heat energy is soaked up and can be stored ready for use in a solar • Lower carbon footprint
storage cylinder. • Less wear and tear on your boiler
• Visible demonstration of
Solar thermal or photovoltaics?
environmental responsibility.
There are two categories of collector; Photovoltaic (P.V.) and Solar thermal.
Photovoltaic cells include wafer thin layers of semi-conductors that change the solar
radiation into electrical energy for anything from calculators to satellites. In contrast
solar thermal collectors trap the solar radiation between an absorber and a layer
of glass.
Key
Less than 900 kWh/m2 Map source: Solar Trade Association (STA)
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Solar Siting
Quality workmanship
Collectors are continually exposed to the elements and so are designed to withstand Month
the harshest weather conditions. Specially coated toughened safety glass and a
Energy required
robust, corrosion-resistant fibreglass framework ensures a lightweight collector with Energy requirements met by solar energy
high mechanical stability. Excess solar energy
Requirement met by conventional heating
The optimum direction for positioning solar panels is south facing, at a pitch of
Fascia installation
between 20-60 degrees above the existing roof. Consideration needs to be given to
position of overhanging trees, shady areas, chimney stacks and the general size and
shape of the roof.
Two types of collector are available from Buderus, the SKN 3.0 Range, and the Buderus can provide the necessary pumps, controls and accessories to allow up to
SKS 4.0 Range. Both are flat plate systems which provide superior strength, 50 panels to be installed in a single field. It is possible to connect multiple fields
longevity and excellent all-year round efficiency. using additional pump groups. The overall size of the system will depend on whether
the system is only providing hot water, or hot water and space heating support.
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Buderus Solar
Innovation
If you’re considering making an investment in solar technology you need the 2. Toughened solar safety glass
assurance and confidence that comes from dealing with an experienced supplier. For 1. Fibreglass framework
Toughened 3.2mm self cleaning safety glass minimises accidental installation damage.
over 25 years the research, development and quality teams at Buderus have worked A robust, lightweight fibreglass A highly controlled manufacturing process ensures a flawless finish and provides
together to create solar products that deliver high quality and dependable framework is found on all Buderus translucence of up to 91% (15% more than normal window glass) so a huge amount of
performance over the short, medium and long term. This means sourcing the best solar collectors. Fibreglass makes the light can be captured.
components, utilising the latest technology and adopting strict quality procedures. collector easier to handle during
SKS TOP PANEL SHOWN 3. Inert noble gas
installation being up to 30% lighter
Component guide than aluminium and can easily The space between the glass and
accommodate any dimensional absorber is filled with argon, an inert
1. Fibreglass framework
changes caused by heat expansion noble gas. A similar concept is used in
2. Toughened solar safety glass and contraction. both double and triple glazing panes
and this limits thermal losses from the
3. Inert noble gas (SKS only)
absorber. The non-reactive gas also
4. Hermetically sealed (SKS only) acts as a barrier, preventing corrosion
8. Absorber of the absorber. Only available with
5. Comprehensive insulation
A special vacuum applied highly SKS 4.0 collectors.
6. Dual meander technology (SKS only)
selective PVD coating converts up to
7. Rapid connection system 97% of the absorbed radiation into
heat and also helps to minimise heat
8. Absorber.
loss. This high level of absorbency
allows the maximum amount of solar
energy to be captured and increases
overall efficiency. Only available with
SKS 4.0 collectors, the SKN 3.0 ‘harp’
absorber is covered with a selective
black chrome coating.
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Solar Controls
With the Buderus range of solar controls, pump groups and accessories your heating Our SC controllers are a user friendly range of independent solar controls that
system can operate at maximum efficiency all year round. Servicing, maintenance, provide comprehensive solar functionality – the perfect solution to complement any
system diagnostics, heat distribution and temperature settings can be quickly and third party conventional boiler.
easily managed from a single controls platform that communicates with all
components in your Buderus heating system.
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Combining a Buderus heating system with Buderus solar panels can provide Buderus has three stratified, highly efficient thermal stores in their PR range: 500
significant efficiency and performance benefits and is the best way to ensure that litres, 750 litres and 1000 litres. These can be used individually or joined together for “Specifying Buderus is easy.
your panels and boiler work in harmony, rather than separately. very large systems. All are available with 80mm thermal insulation as standard to Products are energy efficient and
keep the heat where it should be. 120mm thick insulation is also available resulting in have that solid, high quality feel that
extremely low standby losses. immediately gives you confidence.”
Buderus 4000 series boiler controls can be fitted with the intelligent FM 443 solar
module (as shown above) to allow optimum solar and heating functionality. With this
fully integrated energy management system the boiler recognises the solar output and
PR500 BS01 filling pump
delays the boiler firing for as long as possible by continuously monitoring changes in The vertical feed tube within the thermal This portable unit is simply attached to
heat demand. This not only reduces the wear and tear on the heating system, by store contains many outlets. Heated the solar pumping station. Not only
reducing burner start ups & by up to 24%, but can also provide an additional 10% water entering the thermal store rises up does it fill the solar circuit with the solar
of energy savings. the special tube until surrounded by fluid, it can also be used to cleanse the
water of an equal buoyancy, whereupon pipework and thoroughly flush out any
Consistency between the operating systems used by individual components, will allow
the water flows through the nearest debris prior to commissioning. For
solar and boiler circuits to continually communicate, working together or independently
outlet into the main body of stored smaller installations the air separator in
in order to maximise energy savings and minimise wear and tear. Investing in products
water. Using this natural phenomenon the pump station prevents the need
from the same source will also simplify the specification process and increase system
helps to reduce turbulence and for any automatic air vents in the
design options.
convection in the store and keeps the collector field.
various layers of heat stratified. 80mm
(or 120mm) insulation prevents heat
transfer from the stored water to
external surroundings, so the stored
water remains hot. Naturally stratifying
the thermal store saves energy and
optimises running costs.
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Commercial
Solar Training
The emergence of new technologies will inevitably create new challenges for Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems
engineers and specifiers of commercial heating systems. Buderus's state of the art Duration
commercial heating centres are fully equipped with working models of the very latest
2 days
high output heating appliances, solar systems and controls to ensure the necessary
skills and experience can be developed and applied. This course is designed to give an entry level qualification for experienced heating
installers and plumbers wishing to broaden their skill level into solar heating. The
course is recognised under the Low Carbon Building Programme for accredited
installer status. It covers all major indirect system and panel types. As a pre-requisite
to attend the course, you should hold a G3 certificate in domestic unvented hot water
systems. It is also essential that you hold one ODPM recognised competency in a
conventional fuel i.e. gas, oil or solid fuel; or for those in the plumbing field an NVQ
level 2 or equivalent plumbing qualification.
get to grips with the practical and theoretical issues related to large-scale commercial T Installation of panels
solar work.
T System design
Buderus commercial solar courses are available in Worcester, Thurrock and Bradford. T Buderus solar components
To book your place call our dedicated training hotline on (01905) 753183 or visit
T Commissioning
the training section on www.buderus.co.uk
T Servicing
To book your places and find out more details call our Training Hotline on
01905 753183 or visit www.buderus.co.uk/training.
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