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he natural carbon cycle is not able to absorb the amount of greenhouse gases we are putting into the atmosphere. It is imperative
fireplaces are the energy-efficient alternative in the heating world. They are capable of up to 92% efficiency and in principal use less fuel to achieve a higher output than any other heating appliance, making it the most effective appliance to run. Wood pellets are a biofuel manufactured from compressed sawdust and wood waste sourced from the off-cuts and waste wood from South Africa's timber industry and alien vegetation. The source of wood used for the timber industry is from a sustainable forestry system, cultivated for the timber industry with a perpetual replanting program. Our wood pellets are produced by the largest producer and exporter in South Africa which guarantees a continuous and consistent supply of green fuel to the users. Piazzetta have also designed and internationally patented the Multifuoco System (Multifire) for their fireplaces. This system allows the hot air generated by the firebox to be ducted to the existing room and adjacent rooms in the house. T his is achieved with the use of a small fan fitted at the base of the unit which draws down warm air from the ceiling level of the room. This warm air is then channelled through a heat exchanger built into the fireplace where it is super-heated and then distributed via vents at floor level. The Multifire system distributes heat evenly throughout the room, maintaining an even and ideal temperature from floor to ceiling thus maximising the available heat at a level you can appreciate. Warm air can be ducted up to 10m away from wood log systems and up to 16m away from wood pellet systems which basically transforms your fireplace into a central heating system. Be sure to ask us about the Multifire system when next visiting one of our stores. Calore's heating solutions are a friendly choice for the environment as they have a direct effect on reducing our carbon footprint and also assist in relieving the strain on our electrical power stations. It is for these obvious reasons that Calore has chosen to partner with Piazzetta to bring to South Africa these cutting-edge eco-friendly heating systems.?O
we bring about a low-carbon future by the end of the century. We have to ramp down the release of greenhouse gases rapidly, which primarily come from our use of stock hydrocarbon fossil fuels: coal, oil and gas. We have been burning these at an accelerating rate from the beginning of the industrial revolution. We South Africans need to take action. Our company Calore, through the promotion of wood-based biofuel technology, has embarked on a journey to make a lasting impact on the local sustainable energy industry. Our Calore stores are premium retail outlets that are dedicated to inspire and reflect a fresh and warm outlook on heating systems for your home. The passion for our products and the future of heating technology is showcased in our modern and hi-tech showrooms. Our showrooms are designed to encompass the latest in heating technologies with experienced and technical staff on hand to assist in recommending the correct heating system for your home. Calore is the exclusive distributor of Piazzetta in South Africa – the current top brand of fireplaces in Italy and Europe. Piazzetta have been manufacturing since 1960 and are committed to the highest quality materials and stringent quality tests. Piazzetta's history is based on research, innovation, expert knowledge and the selection of the best materials available for their expert craftsmen. Piazzetta's facilities cover over 65? 000m2 and boast over 50 years of activity based on advanced and exclusive know-how to guarantee day-by-day highly reliable, quality products. Piazzetta products have extremely low running costs when compared to traditional heating systems currently used in South Africa. Calore's innovative product strategy extends further with the introduction of pellet fireplace technology to the South African market. Pellet
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