An engineering resource and design manual that serves as a comprehensive reference for the design, installation, and maintenance of radiant systems, this book draws on the author's more than 18 years of hands-on design, troubleshooting, and field experience to deliver an in-depth look into the world of radiant heating. The text covers the history and function of radiant systems and controls from their use in ancient Roman baths to such modern applications as floor warming, floor heating, and snow melting. Study topics include system design, control strategies, water quality, and troubleshooting. Learn how common construction changes can impact the operation of a radiant system while discovering the simple "tweaks" that installers can use to optimize performance.
This book gives business owners, sales staff, installers, and technicians an inside look at radiant applications-both hydronic and electric-while imparting the knowledge necessary to maintain consumer confidence and appreciation. Find out why radiant systems are rapidly becoming the comfort choice of today.
Contents:
Chapter One A Radiant Foundation
Chapter Two Heat Transfer
Chapter Three Tools of the Trade
Chapter Four Floor Coverings
Chapter Five The Radiant Panel
Chapter Six Interior Installation Profiles
Chapter Seven Design and Performance Characteristics
Chapter Eight Mechanical Piping
Chapter Nine Water Quality
Chapter Ten Troubleshooting
Chapter Eleven Other Radiant Applications