Anyone who is considering underfloor heating in a house or apartment should also consider underfloor heating control. A properly selected controller has a key impact on the thermal comfort in individual rooms. The control strip ensures optimal regulation of the underfloor heating. Thanks to the use of a control strip, the system operates efficiently and reliably and is precisely controlled by the user. Underfloor heating can be complemented by a wireless or wired control strip. Find out why it is worth controlling the floor heating from the strip and which variant to choose for your installation. You can order a modern control strip, compatible with an additional heating device, at Onninen.pl.
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Benefits of controlling heating with a floor strip
The underfloor control strip works with temperature controllers. It allows simultaneous control of the heating device and the central heating pump. Room temperature is controlled by thermoelectric actuators mounted on thermostatic valves.
One strip can be connected to many underfloor heating actuators and act as a control panel for external devices, providing control, for example, of the heat pump. Additional heating devices are controlled via a relay equipped with potential-free contacts. The division of actuator control takes into account the specificity of the building and the diverse needs of the residents.
The control strip allows you to enjoy all the advantages of underfloor heating, in particular lower energy consumption of the heat source and evenly distributed temperature in the interior. Thanks to underfloor heating, the heat is felt most strongly near the floor. However, the lowest temperature is recorded near the ceilings. This heat distribution suits the vast majority of people and allows you to lower the set temperature without affecting the perceived thermal comfort.
Moreover, the strip enables zone control, i.e. creating independent zones in the building. The temperature in each room is adjusted to the requirements of users and the time of day. When household members are away, the temperature can be lower and rise to the desired level just before they return home.
Installation of the control strip to the floor
The installation of the thermoelectric actuator control strip should be performed by a qualified electrician/installer, following the guidelines and recommendations of the device manufacturer. Modernly designed control strips often have ergonomic, compact designs that significantly improve the installation process. They are suitable for installation in most distributor cabinets. The installed actuator cables do not require prior processing. The installer can easily organize and arrange the cabling without having to dismantle any parts of the strip.
Free access to all elements on the strip is provided. Removable connection clamps facilitate easy and secure cable attachment. The wireless version of the strip is particularly convenient to install. The ability to wirelessly integrate the entire system eliminates the costs and time of assembly work. First of all, there is no need to forge walls.
It should be noted here that both wired floor control strips and wireless variants offer comparable functionality and ease of use and can be used in both simple and more complex heating systems. If you are not an installer or do not have experience in installing underfloor heating, it is worth consulting the choice of control strip model with a professional. Of course, you can benefit from the knowledge and experience of Onninen specialists!
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Convenience of use with the floor control strip
Thanks to innovative control strips and other automation solutions, underfloor heating systems are extremely comfortable and intuitive to use, and user intervention is limited to a minimum. The controller manages the operation of the actuators through room regulators (room thermostats). You can change settings on the regulator, i.e. manage the temperature and program operating modes, according to your individual needs and habits. Underfloor heating is increasingly controlled remotely - via a dedicated mobile application on a smartphone. This means 24/7 access to your heating installation from anywhere in the world, e.g. when you go on holiday and forget to change the mode to holiday mode. The online installation management function is available in selected skirting board models.
Effective control of underfloor heating with a control strip
Control strips are often technologically advanced devices equipped with functions that maximize the effectiveness of underfloor heating control. Such functions include, among others: Possibility of delaying the activation of the central heating pump and the boiler for several minutes, which reduces pressure peaks in the central heating system and, consequently, significantly extends the life of the entire installation and minimizes the risk of failure. The activation of the delay is indicated by the LEDs.
The strip cooperates with room regulators, receiving information about the current temperature in different zones. In each zone, independently of the other zones, you can precisely adjust the temperature, adapting the conditions to your individual preferences. The voltage-free contact built into the strip is used to operate the heating device. As a result, control of the entire underfloor heating system is safe, comfortable and efficient, which translates into optimal thermal comfort and economical heating of the building.
Control strips for floor heating in the Onninen wholesaler
In the Onninen electrical wholesaler, you will find selected central underfloor heating strips - devices of our own brand and those of SALUS Controls , a supplier of innovative heating control solutions. Our assortment includes strips without pump and boiler modules, as well as advanced devices enabling effective control of the boiler and pump, with a large number of zones and a 230V power supply.
We offer complete underfloor heating systems and individual products. You can order from us a strip, a distributor, a cabinet, an actuator, a regulator (thermostat), a clip, a hook, a beam, a decoiler and many other accessories - tailored to any requirements and installation possibilities. We supply innovative devices, ideal for modern buildings, constructed and finished to a high standard.