Changing radiators is no big deal

Changing a radiator

When old radiators are no longer a match for a renewed interior or the low temperature heating system that is being installed, or they’ve just reached the end of their lifespan, it’s time to change radiators. This is bound to raise some practical issues. First of all there is the existing pipe network to take into account. Moreover, the available replacement time is often limited because the premises are occupied. On top of that, there might be some additional paintwork involved, not to mention the burden on the renovation budget if the pipe network needs to be adjusted.

To facilitate a heating system renovation as much as possible, we have several radiators in our range that help to overcome these obstacles. 

Purmo Compact radiators and alternatives

Changing a radiator quickly without any hassle is possible when you opt for one of the following radiator solutions:

• the Purmo Compact radiator: this panel radiator portfolio includes models at various heights with side connector spacing that fits to old steel or cast iron radiator dimensions and is available in a wide range of types and lengths so that it fits exactly on the existing connections. This means you can easily change radiators without having to change the pipes and getting dirt all over the place. Even furnished and carpeted rooms are no problem at all.
• the Purmo Flex radiator: this middle connection radiator has a centrally positioned integrated valve set that allows you to swap the valve from the right to the left side. This offers maximum flexibility in both planning and installation since the central connection simplifies the arrangement of the pipes in the construction or renovation phase. This panel radiator is available in 3 designs: Flex, Plan Flex and Ramo Flex. Each design is available in a variety of dimensions and colours so that it is very easy to select the Purmo Flex radiator which blends in perfectly with the room’s interior design.
• the Ulow-E heat pump radiator: this fan-assisted radiator is a great option when switching from a standard to a low temperature heating system. Thanks to its six connection options, it can easily replace older Ventil and Compact radiators without having to change the pipe system. The standard bottom right connection can conveniently be turned into a bottom left connection by rotating the radiator 180 degrees. On top of that, there are four options to install the radiator on existing pipes from the sides with a lateral or diagonal connection. Moreover, Ulow-E is operated solely by means of a thermostatic head, just like a standard panel radiator. This means that when old radiators are replaced by the Ulow-E heat pump radiator, there is no difference in use for the customer compared to their previous radiators.
• electric radiators: in renovation projects where the current pipe network doesn’t offer sufficient options to change certain radiators, electric radiators can provide a fitting solution. Whether you need horizontal or vertical radiators, the various types available in our range ensure you can combine pleasant warmth and good design throughout any building.

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Changing radiators with respect for the environment

Thanks to the various available options, changing a radiator doesn’t create much worry for the installer or the end user. And once installed, the radiator provides comfortable and efficient heat for many decades. Due to the materials we use for our panel radiators, changing a radiator can also be done with respect for the environment. At the end of their service life, all radiator components can simply be separated and recycled. For an overview of the environmental performance of our steel panel radiators, we refer to their Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), which you can download on the EPD Hub Library.

We are also making efforts to limit the environmental impact of our radiator packaging without compromising the protection it provides during transport and in the rough everyday life on construction sites. We are deliberately choosing more and more environmentally friendly materials that are easy to separate and recycle.

No big deal

The various available radiators that can quickly replace older ones combined with the conscious choice of recyclable materials ensures that changing radiators doesn’t have to be a big deal at all. Both from a practical point of view for installers and end users and from a sustainability perspective.

If you need help finding the best radiator(s) for your renovation project(s), don’t hesitate to reach out to our experts. We are happy to support you with tailored advice.

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