Dimplex’s unique Quantum off-peak electric heating system has been chosen to deliver improved efficiency, lower running costs and improved comfort at the headquarters of Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce.
A heating system compromising of Dimplex Quantum heaters and Dimplex’s intelligent Q-Rad electric radiators was installed, replacing outdated electric storage heaters at the industrial unit, located on a business park in Ashford, Kent.
In total, 22 electric heaters were replaced, lifting the EPC rating of the building from F to E to ensure it is compliant with the upcoming 2018 Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) regulations.
In addition, workers at the Chamber of Commerce, which also includes conferencing facilities for local businesses, can benefit from more comfortable working conditions thanks to the innovative Dimplex appliances, which were installed by Terry Baker Electrical Ltd, a member of the Chamber and the Dimplex Quantum installer network.
Terry Baker, director at Terry Baker Electrical Contractor Ltd, said: “As part of the Dimplex Quantum installer network we are familiar with the benefits of the system and it seemed the obvious choice for this installation, together with Dimplex Q-Rad for additional heating when it is needed in some rooms.
“Dimplex Quantum is simple to install, covers the footprint of existing heaters and delivers outstanding results in terms of efficiency, control and running costs for the end user."
Dimplex Quantum 070 and 150 heaters were installed throughout the building, including meeting rooms, offices, corridors and the atrium. The innovative off-peak heaters draw energy during cheaper, off-peak periods and offer controllable heat on demand, with an intelligent controller which monitors the user’s heating habits and provides easy operation at the touch of a button. They are already proving popular in domestic properties for their energy-efficient, cost-saving benefits – and this installation shows their potential in commercial environments too.
The Q-Rad electric radiator, which was installed in the toilets and in two of the meeting rooms, includes a self-learning algorithm with delayed start feature so the heaters calculate when they need to start heating in order to reach the user defined target temperature, at a specified time.
Together, the Quantum and Q-Rad heaters deliver an innovative solution to replace outdated storage heaters, combining the off-peak efficiency and controllability of Quantum with the intelligence and immediacy of Q-Rad electric radiators.
Richard Lavender, director of Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce, said: “Following the installation of Dimplex Quantum heaters throughout the Chamber of Commerce headquarters, not only has our EPC rating for the building increased from F to E, but our workforce now benefits from a far more comfortable working environment. The installation was completed with minimum disturbance and we are delighted with the results.”