How a circulating pump could save you money on your energy bills
The cost of living is increasing and no one wants to spend more than they have to on running their home this winter. That’s why it pays to be proactive and to look at ways to cut your costs as the cold sets in.
If you’re searching for a simple and easy solution, here’s how a circulating pump could help to cut your energy bills…
What is a circulating pump?
Circulators are a specific type of pump that can be used to move liquids, gases and slurries in closed circuits. They are most commonly found in home hydronic heating systems, with domestic pumps being small, sealed, yet efficient.
The purpose of these pumps is to circulate hot water, so that when you turn the faucet it is instantly available. They perform the dual function of conserving it and in areas where water conservation is an issue, local authorities will often offer rebates to those who install them.
How do they work?
In an ordinary plumbing system, water is piped through a heater to the tap and once the tap is turned off, the water sits in the pipes and cools. This means that the next time you turn the faucet, the water that comes through will be cold.
Instead, circulator pumps continuously move a small amount of hot water through the pipes, from the heater to the farthest fixture and back again. This water is always hot, and can thus be used immediately, rather than being wasted as you wait for it to warm up.
How will a circulating pump save you money?
The answer is a simple one: they help to reduce your energy costs. It may not seem like a significant expenditure, but that water that runs down the drain while you wait for it to heat adds up.
Considering how many times a day you turn your taps on, whether to wash your hands, clean the dishes or run a bath; it amounts to a lot of wasted water, all of which you’re paying for. Install a circulator pump and you cut down on wastage, cut your consumption, and thus cut your costs.
Looking at in terms of figures, an average pipe holds 3.14 gallons of water. Assuming that you turn your taps on 10 times a day, this wastes over 31 gallons while you wait for it to heat up. Over a year, that’s 11,461 gallons (52,103 litres) going unused. This would mean a circulator could save you around £109 per annum.
Anglian Pumping offer a wide range of Circulating pumps that are ideal for air-conditioning, heating and cooling systems.
One of our popular products is our – Grundfos Magna 1 230v range, designed to circulate liquids in heating systems with variable flows where it is desirable to enhance the settings of the pump duty point. Our wide range covers a number of options with varying bar rating pressures.
Looking for a glandless double circulation pump with flange connection? We stock the Stratos-D 230V range that is ideal for hot-water heating systems of all kinds, air-conditioning systems, closed cooling circuits and industrial circulation systems.
Contact Anglian Pumping today for further advice – 01473 719950