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The data for all heat pumps is tracked , making it possible to see how well the heat pumps run and what they have done in the past . A picture of a heat pumps trend can be seen below :
Trend line of heatpump parameters on PLC control system .
Each villa ’ s pool , underfloor heating , fan coil heating , fan coil cooling and heated towel rails are closely monitored , as seen below :
Data screen for Luxury Villa 1 on PLC control system .
In the picture above , the pool temperature has been set to 32 ° C , the pool is busy heating up , the underfloor heating is turned off , and the room ’ s temperature is set to 19 ° C . The actual temperature measured is 22.5 ° C . The fan speed is on low due to the actual temperature being close to the set point temperature . Other information , such as humidity , is also monitored to ensure ultimate comfort for guests .
DESIGN CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
• To create an optimal climatic environment for the guests without making noise in the peaceful environment of the villas
• To design the most energy efficient system possible with the limited power supply
• To design the system so that it is architectually pleasing
• To integrate the system with the vast distances between buildings
Hydronic underfloor heating was the solution to heating the bathrooms in the villas as they provide :
• A uniform distribution of energy
• Less heat loss
• Greater thermal well-being
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