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Under floor heating

An introduction toUnder Floor Heating

Under floor heating has now become the preferred form of space heating within the UK due to its increased efficiency and even thermal comfort. Under floor heating systems work by distributing lower temperature warm water through a network of pipe work within the floor construction and beneath the finished floor level, this heat is carefully monitored and controlled by an advanced range of modern room thermostats to keep a constant ambient temperature throughout the property & individually for each zone.

Under floor heating is now a complete solution for both existing and new construction homes, with a selection of systems to suit all scenarios; suspended floors, floating floors, low profile over floor, and low screed applications.

Advantages:

• Lower fuel costs compared to traditional radiators

• Ideal partner for renewable energy heating – i.e. Heat pumps

• Reduced heat loss from ventilation resulting in improved energy efficiency

• No risk of hot surfaces due to low surface temperatures

• Silent operation

• Low maintenance

• Long life (50 years for under floor heating pipe work)

• Increased flexibility for occupants due to all of the walls being free from radiators.

• Less air movement due to lower convection currents, reducing the airborne spread of pollen and bacteria, thus, improving air quality.

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About SOLFEXEnergy Systems

How SOLFEX Energy Systemscan help you

Why SOLFEX?SOLFEX energy systems is one of the original & largest specialist distributors in the UK of high quality renewable energy systems, specifically focusing on solar thermal and photovoltaic power, Air Source Heat Pumps & Under floor heating systems.

Under floor heating design assist and C.A.D. ServiceSOLFEX energy systems offer a full indemnified design and CAD service which includes full heat loss calculations according to BS EN 12831 and Under floor heating designs according to BS EN 1264. Professional CAD drawings will also be supplied with every system detailing all circuit information & manifold positions.

Renewable energy systems integrationUnder floor heating systems are perfectly suited to work with a renewable energy heat source such as an Air Source Heat Pump or a Solar Thermal system. Our in house design team can expertly specify & design a perfect system according to your bespoke requirements. Using the latest in design simulation software, we can provide our customers with detailed system drawings & energy yields of the proposed renewable energy system which will integrate with your Under floor heating system, we can also provide additional information such as Renewable Heat Incentive (R.H.I.) payments of the proposed system.

Technical knowledge and experience Our fully trained Under floor heating technical sales division are available at all stages of the project, offering expert advice and guidance to the highest standards such as:

• Comprehensive design with room by room heat loss calculations

• Circuit lengths with correct flow rates and pressure losses

• Detailed Drawings of floor plan layouts and circuits

• Dedicated Under floor heating technical sales team

• National On-site assistance if required

• Fully indemnified system designs

1. Online quotation toolThis fast & simple online animated software will provide a bespoke & unique quotation and is available for merchant groups, installers, project developers & homeowners. The software also allows the project file to be saved, and if required edited at a later stage.

Upon completion of your quick design, a list price quotation followed by a unique code will be automatically emailed to you. The unique code can then be forwarded to your local merchant group, who will be able to advise a discount off the list price quotation.

2. Send us your plans Email or post your plans and we will do all the work for you!

A professional list price quotation is then produced which includes detailed manifold circuit information and a breakdown of system components, your local merchant group will then be able to advise the discount available of your bespoke under floor heating package.

3. Component price listFor Merchants & Specialised Contractors who do not require a “System House” packaged solution approach, we offer a comprehensive range of only the highest quality Under floor heating system components at very competitive prices.

Next day national delivery on orders received before 2pmAll Under floor Heating components within the SOLFEX energy systems range are stock items and are available for National UK next day delivery on all orders placed before 2pm.

3 simple options to obtain a quotation

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Clip RailFor fixing pipes direct

StapleFor fixing pipes direct

RAPID Clip PlateNo fixings or staples

Screed SystemConstructionsUnder Floor Heating Selector

WARM-BOARD15/18/25mmNEO-FOILNEO-FOIL

ClipRail

WARM-BOARDLight 15/18/25mmHeat PlatesHeat PlatesStaple

WARM-BOARDEnd Support

FloorConstruct

Rapid ClipPlate

ScreedSystems

FloatingFloor Systems

SuspendedFloor Systems

Low ProfileSystems

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SuitabilitySuitable for screed systems whenan insulation board is present.

Features & benefits using Rapid Clip-Rail installation.• Provides ready-made pipe spacing's

• Can be used with traditional & liquid screeds

• Can be fixed to insulation too thin for staples.

• Good for large regular shaped areas

• Can be installed over alternative surfaces.

• Typical outputs up to 100 w/m2*

16mm PEX 5 Layer / PEX Alu PEX pipe

Insulation

Concrete

Vapour Control Layer

Screed

Engineered Wood floor covering


Insulation

Concrete


Screed


Clip RailFor fixing pipes direct

SuitabilitySuitable for screed systems when an insulation board is present.

Features & benefits using Staple installation.• Cost effective

• Quick & simple installation


• Can be fixed direct to the insulation

• Good for irregular shaped areas, whereas the

Rapid Clip-Rail system is not appropriate

• Can be installed over alternative surfaces


StapleFor fixing pipes direct

Finished Floor Covering

Tile/6mmPly

WoodFloor

Floor Heat Output w/m2

6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

66534026

76614630

122977348

50/4045/3540/3035/25


Tile/6mmPly

WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

66534026

76614630

122977348

50/4045/3540/3035/25

16mmø

16mmø

* Typical heat outputs based upon BS EN 1264 Pt. (2) * Typical heat outputs based upon BS EN 1264 Pt. (2)

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SuitabilitySuitable for screed systems when an insulation board is present.

Features & benefits using Rapid Clip Plate installation.• Provides ready-made pipe securing & spacing's


• Suitable for all pipe work layouts


• Can be installed over alternative surfaces

• Degree of protection from foot traffic whilst

screed is being laid


• (WxL) 1450mm x 850mm


Insulation

Concrete


Screed


Rapid Clip Plate

RAPID Clip PlateNo fixings or staples

For more information about WARM-BOARDplease visit www.WARM-BOARD.com

WARM-BOARDOver floor - Dry screed

WARM-BOARD LightOver floor light - Dry screed

WARM-BOARD End SupportMultifunctional end support

WARM-BOARD Overfloor System Constructions


Tile/6mmPly

WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

66534026

76614630

122977348

50/4045/3540/3035/25

16mmø

* Typical heat outputs based upon BS EN 1264 Pt. (2)

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SuitabilityA full ‘OVER FLOOR’ solution, for use on both suspended and concrete floors.

Features & benefits using WARM-BOARD system.• Provides ready-made pipe spacing's

• Can be used on top of all floor constructions ’RETROFIT’ and ‘NEW CONSTRUCTION’


• Quick installation & direct laying of tiles

• Low Profile 15mm and 18mm


• (WxLxD) 800mm x 600mm x 15/18mm

WARM-BOARD End Support

Existing concrete floor

18mm or 15mm WARM-BOARD

Tile floor covering

12mm or 10mm PEX 5 Layer Pipe

WARM-BOARD End Support

Structural chipboard floor

Optional insulation

18mm or 15mm WARM-BOARD Light

Engineered wood floor covering

12mm or 10mm PEX 5 Layer Pipe


Tile/6mmPly

WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

58494031

66564635

86736046

55/5050/4545/4040/35


WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

57473626

83685337

50/4545/4040/3535/30

WARM-BOARDOver floor ‘LOW PROFILE’ dry screed system

SuitabilityA full ‘OVER FLOOR’ solution, for use on both suspended and concrete floors.

Features & benefits using WARM-BOARD Light system.• Provides ready-made pipe spacing's

• Can be used on top of all flooring types


• Quick installation & low profile 15mm & 18mm

• Highly efficient aluminium foil surface with outputs up to 82 w/m2*

• Ideal for direct application of solid and laminate wood floors.

• (WxLxD) 1200mm x 600mm x 15/18mm

WARM-BOARD LightOver Floor Light ‘LOW PROFILE’ aluminium foil system

Currently under test at BSRIA Currently under test at BSRIA

15 or 18mm10 or

12mmø

15 or 18mm10 or

12mmø

Patent Pending P30561GB1, P30562GB1 Patent Pending P30561GB1, P30562GB1


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SuitabilityA full ‘OVER FLOOR’ multifunctional pipe and floor covering support. Ideal for both existing and new build applications.

Features & benefits using WARM-BOARD End Support.• Self-Retaining pipe locking system

• Multiple flow and return channels, enabling the installation of larger areas

• Non continuous return allows flexible entry points to the board

• Interlocking panels enabling a secure base.

• Multiple snapping points offering a flexible pipe routing system between rooms.

• Available in thicknesses of 15mm, 18mm & 25mm

• Dimensions – 320mm x 300mm

WARM-BOARD End SupportMultifunctional solution to over floor heating installations

NEO-FOIL Floating floorCombined foiled heat transfer layer and grooved insulation board

Heat Plate Floating floor Combined aluminium heat diffusion plate and grooved insulation board

Floating Floor System Constructions

Patent Pending P30561GB1, P30562GB1

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SuitabilityA full floating floor solution, for use on both suspended and concrete floors.

Features & benefits using NEO-FOIL system.• Provides ready-made pipe securing & spacing

using pre grooved neo-foil insulated boards

• Neo-Foil insulated boards can also be bespoke manufactured to specific requirements

• High compressive strength insulation, for the direct application of engineered wood floors

• Offers a combined floating floor and under floor heating solution


• (WxLxD) 1200mm x 1200mm x 35/50mm

16mm PEX 5 Layer pipe


NEO-Foil aluminium foil surface


25mm, 35mm or 50mm pre grooved insulation

Pre Grooved Insulation


Heat Emission plates

Engineered wood floor

PEX 5 Layer 16mm

Floating NEO-FOILFoiled heat transfer layer & grooved insulation

SuitabilityA full floating floor solution, for use on both suspended and concrete.

Features & benefits using Heat Plate system.• Provides ready-made pipe securing and

spacing using pre grooved insulated boards

• Heat Emission Plates available in single or double size format for 16mm pipe

• Variety of rear insulation systems available or supplied by others. 35mm / 50mm

• Can be installed on top of existing floors in new build and retrofit applications


• (WxLxD) 1200mm x 1200mm x 35/50mm

Floating Heat PlateAluminium heat diffusion plate & grooved insulation


WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

76624834

95786043

50/4545/4040/3535/30


WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

56463625

82675237

50/4045/3540/3035/25

35 or 50mm16mmø35 or 50mm

16mmø


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NEO-FOIL Floating floorCombined foiled heat transfer layer and grooved insulation board

Heat Plate Floating floor Combined aluminium heat diffusion plate and grooved insulation board

Floor-ConstructCombined ‘STRUCTURAL’ floor & heating system all in one

Suspended FloorSystem Constructions

SuitabilityA full floating floor solution, for use on both suspended and concrete floors.

Features & benefits using NEO-FOIL system.

• Provides ready-made pipe securing & spacing using pre grooved Neo–Foil heat transfer boards

• Can be installed within battens or timber joists

• Suitable for joist or batten spaces 400mm centres

• Below insulation barrier, ensures heat is transferred to living space

• Variety of Neo–Foil boards available, 35mm, 50mm


• (WxLxD) 1200mm x 350mm x 35/50mm


NEO-Foil pre grooved insulation

Chipboard

Carpet

NEO-Foil aluminium surface

Suspended NEO-FOILFoiled heat transfer layer & grooved insulation


WoodFloor


FlowTemp°C

43352719

49403122

50/4545/4040/3535/30

35 or 50mm16mmø

Carpet 1.5 Tog

* Typical heat outputs based upon BS EN 1264 Pt. (2)

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SuitabilityA full suspended floor solution, for useon both suspended and concrete floors.

Features & benefits using Heat Plate system.• Provides ready-made pipe securing & spacing

using pre grooved Heat Emission Plates

• Installs within battens or timber joist floors

• Suitable for joist or batten spaces 400mm centres

• insulation barrier ensures heat is emitted upwards

• Plates available in single or double size format

• Variety of rear insulation systems available, 35mm, 50mm or supplied by others


• (WxLxD) 1200mm x 1200mm x 35/50mm


Pre grooved insulation board

Plywood

Carpet

Heat Emission Plate

Pre grooved structural board

Insulation

Underlay

Carpet

PEX 5 Layer 16mm

Suspended Heat PlateAluminium heat diffusion plate & grooved insulation

SuitabilityA low profile combined ‘STRUCTURAL’ board & under floor heating system in one

Features & benefits using Floor-Construct system.• Can be used directly on top of floor joists,

acting as the finished ‘STRUCTURAL’ floor

• Quick installation

• Ideal for new construction homes

• Low Profile 22mm structural board

• No floor build up height, as it is a direct replacement for chipboard or floor boards

• Provides ready-made pipe spacing's 150mm


• (WxLxD) 2400mm x 600mm x 22mm

Floor-ConstructCombined ‘STRUCTURAL’ floor & heating system in 1

Currently under test at BSRIA


WoodFloor


6mm Ply/Carpet 1.5

Tog

FlowTemp°C

61503928

73604733

50/4545/4040/3535/30

22mm12mmø35 or 50mm

16mmø


WoodFloor


Carpet 1.5 Tog

FlowTemp°C

57473626

83685337

50/4545/4040/3535/30


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Manifold andMixer Packs

Manifold andMixer Packs

ISIS range manifoldThe ISIS range of Under floor heating manifolds are fully pre-assembled and “ready for installation” with all the necessary components to aid a swift and hassle free installation. The manifold distributes the primary warm heating water from your boiler, heat pump, buffer tank or thermal store evenly into each under floor heating circuit if there is a demand for heat within that relevant zone.

The ISIS range of Under floor heating manifolds are available from 2-12 ports and are manufactured from high grade 304 stainless steel, installation and commissioning couldn’t be any simpler, isolation valves are provided on both flow and return and each individual circuit can also be isolated without disruption to the balancing setting, the manifold also incorpo-rates a wall mounting bracket, in-built air bleeding vents and drain off valves.SOLFEX energy systems dedicated UFH technical & sales division can provide detailed manifold specifications according to bespoke design requirements.

Features and benefits of ISIS range of Under floor heating manifolds.

• High Quality produced product manufactured to BS EN 1264-4

• Pre-assembled and “ready for installation” with all necessary components inbuilt.

• Available in various sizes for any design type or specification.

• Main body produced from high grade 304 stainless steel.

• Patented pipe connections for various pipe types and sizes.

• No scheduled maintenance.

ISIS range control & mixing packThe ISIS Under floor heating control pack provides safe temperature controlled mixed water to an Under floor heating system with a heat output up to 14KW.

Designed to be lightweight and compact in order to connect directly onto a standard manifold without the need for extra brackets or supports. The Control Pack consists of a temperature mixing valve; an A rated high efficiency Grundfos circulator, return elbow, manifold adaptors and all necessary seals. SOLFEX energy systems dedicated UFH technical & sales division can provide detailed specifications according to bespoke design requirements.

Feature and benefits of ISIS under floor heating control pack

• High Quality produced product manufactured to BS EN 1264-4, Nickel plated to match stainless steel manifold

• Compact bolt on unit providing quick and simple installation

• For Space heating applications up to 14KW

• Easy set up within the adjustable range of 35°C to 65°C

• Controls flow temperature to +/- 2°C even with changing boiler flow and return temperatures

• A rated high efficiency circulator as standard for lower energy use and running cost

• Blanking cap and pump union can be interchanged so the pack can be reversed

• No scheduled maintenance

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Manifold andMixer Packs Pipe options

ISIS range single room control & mixing packThe ISIS single room Under floor heating control pack provides safe temperature controlled mixed water to an Under floor heating system with a heat output up to 3KW, a perfect solution for retro fitting under floor heating into an additional room or conservatory.

Designed to be lightweight and compact in order to connect directly onto pipe work without the need for extra brackets or supports. The Control Pack consists of a temperature mixing valve; an A rated high efficiency Grundfos circulator, isolation valves, flow and return connections and fixing kit.SOLFEX energy systems dedicated UFH technical & Sales division can provide detailed specifications according to bespoke design requirements.

Features and benefits of ISIS single room Under floor heating control pack

• High Quality produced product manufactured to BS EN 1264-4

• Compact bolt on unit providing quick and simple installation.

• For space heating applications up to 3KW.

• Easy set up within the adjustable range of 35°C to 65°C.

• Controls flow temperature to +/-2°C even with changing boiler flow and return temperatures.

• A rated high efficiency circulator as standard for lower energy use and running cost.

• No scheduled maintenance.

MULTI-PEX 5 layerSOLFEX energy systems MULTI-PEX Under floor heating pipe is an ultra-high quality, safe & reliable European manufactured product with the longest possible warranty conditions and with a service life of 50 years, using the latest manufacturing techniques and industry know how the pipe work is constructed using FIVE layers in total; cross linked polyethylene, adhesive, EVOH gas-diffusion oxygen barrier, adhesive, cross linked polyethylene.

The layers of adhesive bind the two layers of cross linked polyethylene to the central oxygen barrier layer by a thermal reaction; the oxygen barrier layer is right in the center of the pipe wall which prevents it being damaged from foot traffic during installation.

Feature and benefits of MULTI-PEX range of Under floor heating pipe. • MULTI-PEX pipe manufactured according to EN ISO 15875

• EVOH layer oxygen barrier in accordance with DIN 4726

• Operational range - 90°C max @ 6 bar, constant temperature 70°C, max peak 100°C.

• Easy to handle, lightweight & flexible allowing easy bending &

curving into the tightest of spaces and insulation boards

• Highly durable and robust under harsh installation conditions – EVOH oxygen barrier protected in central core

• Pipe markings every meter displaying number of linear meters from beginning of roll aiding installation, other relevant technical information also indicated every linear meter

• 50 year service life - 10 year insurance backed warranty

• Available in 50, 75, 100 & 200 Mtr coils

• Sizes available Ø - 12 x 2, 16 x 2 & 20 x 2 mm

Adhesive layers

Crosslinkedpolyethyleneouter layer

Oxygen barrier EVOH

Crosslinked polyethylene inner layer

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Pipe options Controls

PEX AL PEX Multi-layerSOLFEX energy systems PEX AL PEX Multi-Layer Under floor Heating Pipe is an ultra-high quality, safe & reliable European manufactured product with the longest possible warranty conditions and with a service life of 50 years, using the latest manufacturing techniques and industry know how the pipe work is constructed using FIVE layers in total; cross linked polyethylene inner, adhesive, a central core of aluminium alloy which also acts has an oxygen barrier, another layer of adhesive is then added before another layer of cross linked polyethylene. The layers of adhesive bind the two layers of cross linked polyethylene to the central core of aluminium alloy oxygen barrier layer by a thermal reaction; the oxygen barrier layer is right in the center of the pipe wall which prevents it being damaged from foot traffic during installation.

Feature and benefits of PEX AL PEX – Multi-layer Under floor heating pipe

• PEX AL PEX – Multi-Layer pipe manufactured according to EN ISO 15875

• EVOH layer oxygen barrier in accordance with DIN 4726

• Operational range - 95°C max @ 10 bar, constant temperature 70°C, max peak 100°C.

• Easy to handle, lightweight & malleable allowing bending & curving, once pipe is bent it maintains curvature simplifying installation, bending stability according to UNI 10954 standard.

• Robust under harsh installation conditions – Central core aluminium alloy oxygen barrier protected by adhesive layer and PEX cross-linked polyethylene out core.

• Enhanced heat conductivity output due to aluminum core.

• Minimal linear and cross sectional thermal expansion.

• Pipe markings every meter displaying number of linear meters from beginning of roll aiding installation, other relevant technical information also indicated every linear meter.

• 50 year service life - 10 year insurance backed warranty.

• Available in 50, 75, 100 & 200Mtr coils.

• Sizes available Ø - 14 x 2, 16 x 2 & 20 x 2 mm

Under floor heating controlsAt SOLFEX Energy Systems, we provide a wide variety of controls to fit every scenario, whether it be wireless, wired or networked. We will advise you at every stage of the project and deliver a control solution to fit every application.

Central touchscreen control pad The central control pad offers a fully integrated touchscreen solution, giving the user full control of the whole heating system. Every room thermostat and time switch is controlled centrally with the touch of a button, enabling a fully integrated solution.

Stylish room thermostatsSOLFEX Energy Systems offer a wide range of thermostats including dial type, button and touchscreen. The majority of our room thermostats are designed to be flush mounted, resulting in a slim profile on the wall after installation. We offer a variety of options from wired and wireless to fully networked systems, with the option to control via our central control pad.

Our Touchscreen thermostat models are proving highly popular because of their ease of use and our WiFi option is the preferred choice for those looking to control their heating system from their SmartPhone. For those looking to upgrade from a basic dial thermostat, why not consider a programmable thermostat and take control of your system from one point.

Easy to install wiring centresThe SOLFEX Energy Systems central wiring switch box, has been designed to be used with wireless, wired and networked thermostats. The Wiring Centre offers the following functionality;

• Central wiring for up to 8 zone actuators

• Output for under-floor heating valve and pump activated when any thermostat calls for heat

• Output for a single radiator zone

• Output for domestic hot water

• Three options available; Network, Wireless and Wired.

Adhesive layers

PEX CrosslinkedPolyethlene

Aluminium

PEX Crosslinked Polyethylene

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