Previewed at InstallerSHOW in June, the Aerona 290 air source heat pump is the fifth generation of air source heat pump from Grant Engineering.
The Aerona 290 monobloc heat pump has been developed upon three core pillars – design, performance and peace of mind. Using the energy efficient R290 refrigerant with its low Global Warming Potential of 3, the Aerona 290 provides an environmentally friendly heat pump solution.
The new heat pump, which will be supplied alongside Grant’s Aerona³ models, will be available to order from October with the 4kW, 6.5kW and 9kW units available first and larger outputs of 12kW and 15.5kW coming in early 2025.
The company says the Aerona 290 has not only been designed with its aesthetics in mind but also its acoustics. Featuring a durable, powder coated black casing, the Aerona 290 heat pump’s appearance has been developed following in-depth analysis of customer feedback.
The low noise levels of the units, which have achieved Quiet Mark accreditation, are the result of sound-reducing features within the unit including acoustic cotton sound insulation in the casing and anti-vibration feet.
The models have an energy rating of A+++ (at 35°C flow temperature) and their outputs have been rated at -5°C air temperature and 55°C water flow temperature. The units can be monitored and managed remotely, giving both installers and their customers control of their heat pump system and assisting offsite diagnostic support when required. Designed for use with the Aerona Smart Controller, the Aerona 290’s operation can be managed through set-up and commissioning and control thereafter.
Available with a 7-year guarantee when installed by a G1 Installer (terms and conditions apply), the Aerona 290 has been tested to perform in temperatures from -25°C through to 35°C.
For system design and specification, Grant UK’s Design Team are on hand to help installers correctly size a new Aerona 290 system. Meanwhile, on-site technical support from Sales Support Engineers is available to assist installers during the setting and commissioning phase of an installation.
Alongside the new heat pump models, Grant UK is also launching several new ancillary products designed to work with the Aerona 290 and Aerona³ heat pump ranges. These include new models of QR Smart Pre-Plumbed cylinders featuring the Aerona Smart Controller as well as additional Smart heat pump controller kits and accessories. The company says the new products will give installers greater choice and flexibility when it comes to installation, with solutions designed to suit more system types and arrangements.
“The Aerona 290 has captured much interest since its soft launch at InstallerSHOW earlier this year,” commented Paul Wakefield, Grant UK’s Managing Director. “Our fifth generation of heat pump, the Aerona 290 is an exciting addition to our product portfolio and its availability comes as Grant Engineering celebrates fifteen years of being in the heat pump market. With more and more homes making the transition to lower carbon heating solutions, we will continue to support our customers by providing them with the technologies, products and services they need and the Aerona 290 represents our unwavering commitment to continuous product development in the heating sector.”
