We specialise in large-scale air source heat pump solutions in the UK, from design to delivery, for commercial & industrial energy systems. Air source heat pumps (ASHP) are probably the most widely used type of heat pump in the UK at present.
An Air Source Heat Pump extracts heat from the air and transfers it into water within the pump system (also referred to as an air-to-water heat pump). The water is compressed which heats it to temperatures of 80°C+. This water can then be used for space heating or delivering hot water.
Air source heat pumps offer the most versatility, ranging from those suitable for individual homes right through to larger, roof-mounted multi-MW units, which can meet the needs of large-scale buildings and district heating networks. Some of the units we've installed, such as at Northwick Park Hospital, can weigh tens of tons. So it is essential to take structural engineering into account when planning your project, which we can help with.
At Vital, we specialise in industrial and commercial air source heat pumps. Installing heat pumps of this size requires structural engineering, electrical installation and plumbing, as well as ongoing operation management and maintenance. We are highly experienced in large scale projects, so can help at all stages.
Air source heat pumps are generally the cheapest and easiest type of heat pump to install, so are often used in domestic or smaller premises, or on lower budget projects. They do however tend to have lower efficiency levels and are more affected by fluctuations in the external air temperature, but we can discuss this with you in more detail.
