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TEMPERATURE BASED CONTROL SYSTEMS

Conventional temperature-based control systems are closed loop systems that use internal air as the reference point regardless of outdoor weather conditions. Conventional internal temperature-based heating control systems turn the heat either completely ON, supplying a full 100% output to replace core heat, or completely OFF, producing no heat. This is like trying to fill a bathtub with hot water with the drain plug open. In addition, the error factor built into a temperature-based system can be two to three times more heating energy than is required by outdoor weather conditions.

"ON" CYCLE
When the conventional siNtem is ON, full output (in this case 225°) is produced This makes the indoor/outdoor temperature differential greater, increasing .heat loss through the perimeter. The excessive heat will further trigger the thermostat to pump more cool air into the building. In spring and fall, the use of mechanical cooling to compensate for excess perimeter heat can result in very high energy bills.

"OFF" CYCLE
When heat is Off, the draft barrier is gone. The result. Tenants and employees complain about insufficient heat, which in turn leads to higher temperature settings and higher heating bibs.

 


 

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