Modutherm has expanded its range of sustainable heating and hot water products with the launch of the Juniper HP Plus indoor heat pump water heater.
Available in left- or right-handed versions, the Juniper HP Plus integrates an efficient air source heat pump with a high-quality stainless steel cylinder for hot water production. The company behind it believe the new solutions is well-suited for electric-only residential or light commercial projects.
Paul Longman, National Specifications Manager at Modutherm, said: “As developers and housebuilders integrate renewables into their apartment and multi-dwelling projects, they’re looking for exceptional value for money – and the Juniper HP Plus delivers just that. We’ve built our reputation on bringing top quality, innovative and cost-effective products to specifiers and heating engineers, and this heat pump water heater is no exception. It’s the perfect choice for residential and light commercial applications, as well as being simple to install and operate.”
The unit uses R290, a naturally occurring refrigerant which has a low Global Warming Potential (GWP) of three, and an Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) of 0. The floor-standing unit is available in 200- and 300-litre capacities with handed front/side-mounted water connections to facilitate integration with pipework affixed to an adjacent wall, ensuring symmetry in pipework installation across all properties. This, the company says, is especially advantageous for Prefabricated Utility Cupboard (PUC) suppliers, streamlining pipework manufacturing processes and delivering a more pleasing solution overall.
The Juniper HP Plus is listed in SAP Appendix Q and is also fully ErP Part L compliant. Modutherm states that the Juniper HP Plus can also deliver significant running cost savings with standing losses of 1.4kW per day.
Due to its software, the unit can automatically calculate and analyse its current operating conditions and then adjust the power input to achieve an optimal COP. Under the standard test condition of EN16147, the water heater can achieve a COP of up to 3.80.
Juniper HP Plus can controlled locally with the large touchscreen, or remotely via the Smart Life app. The Juniper HP Plus has a five-year tank and two-year parts warranty.
