Solar Hot Water Heater Systems
Solar
hot water is one of today's most widely used green energy technology. Solar
hot water heater systems are a cost-effective way to generate hot water
for your home or business. Consumers can save considerable amounts of money
and energy by taking advantage of solar energy
Solar water heating (SWH) systems can be used in any climate. They can
provide year-round hot water for your home, commercial building and even
your swimming pool. With local qualified installers, it's easy for anyone
to incorporate this technology - and to save
money while doing it.
We use Buderus
solar products. Buderus is committed to developing innovative, renewable
solare energy technologies that save energy, reduce CO2 emissions and contribute
to energy independence.
How Solar Water Heaters Work
Solar water heating systems are comprised of solar collectors and well-insulated
storage tanks. Solar storage tanks have an inlet and outlets connected to
the collector. In two-tank systems, the solar water heater preheats the
water before it is pumped into a conventional water heater.
Two Types of Solar Water Heating Systems
Indirect circulation systems: These systems operate with
pumps that circulate a non-freezing, heat-transfer fluid through collectors
and a heat exchanger. This exchange heats the water that then flows back
into the building. These systems are popular in climates that prone to freezing
temperatures (like New York).
Direct circulation systems: These systems work by using
pumps to circulate water through the collectors and back into the building.
They work well in climates where it rarely freezes.
Three
Types of Solar Collectors
Flat-plate solar collectors: These insulated, weatherproofed
boxes contain a dark absorber plate under one or more glass or plastic (polymer)
covers.
Evacuated-tube solar collectors: These feature rows of
glass tubes. Each tube contains a glass outer tube and metal absorber tube
attached to a fin. The fin's coating absorbs solar energy but inhibits radiative
heat loss. These collectors are used more frequently for U.S. commercial
applications.
Integral collector-storage systems: Also known as ICS
or batch systems, these systems use one or more black tanks or tubes in
an insulated, glazed box. Cold water passes through the solar collector
and preheats the water. The water is then sent to a conventional backup
water heater to provide the hot water.
Two types of Active Solar Water Heating System
Direct circulation systems pump circulate household water
through the collectors and into the home. They work well in climates where
it rarely freezes.
Indirect circulation systems pump circulate a non-freezing,
heat-transfer fluid through the collectors and a heat exchanger. This heats
the water that then flows into the home. They are popular in climates prone
to freezing temperatures.
For more information about solar water heating system components, visit:
Heat
Exchangers for Solar Water Heating Systems
Heat-Transfer
Fluids for Solar Water Heating Systems
Solar
Hot Water System Installation Experts
Go Green Express Home Services, LLC. is leading the way to a cleaner, greener,
more cost efficient home service company. Setting our standards above our
competition makes us the Hudson Valley's premier choice for solar hot water
solutions.
In New York, we provide green energy and solar hot water system
services to:
We can help you determine the most energy-efficient solar hot water system
to suit the needs of your home or office. Our professional technicians will
expertly size your new solar hot water system to ensure that it meets your
requirements and provides the best performance while providing the greatest
energy efficiency and tax savings.
Speak to one of our Customer Service Representatives by calling
866-491-2768 today.
