Pellets are a fuel of natural origin, classified as biomass. They are an attractive alternative to coal and wood, which are gradually being phased out due to their harmfulness to the environment. Their combustion in home heating systems is in line with the requirements of the government's Ecodesign regarding the reduction of exhaust emissions. In many cases, pellets will therefore prove to be the most beneficial way to heat a building. Discover all of their advantages and disadvantages!
In this article you will learn:
- what are the characteristics of a pellet-based heating system,
- what are the advantages of heating a building with pellets,
- in what cases you need to give up a pellet boiler.
Characteristics of pellet boilers
Pellet boilers operate on the same principle as traditional coal stoves. They differ only in the fuel burned. The former takes the form of high-calorie granulate, created by compressing various wood waste, such as sawdust, shavings and chips, under high pressure. Some manufacturers also offer pellets made from grass, straw, fruit seeds or sunflower husks.
A pellet boiler will work perfectly in any centrally heated building. Such installations are used in residential buildings, as well as in production halls or warehouses. They are used to reduce heating costs and reduce the negative impact on the environment.
To burn pellets, you usually have to reckon with the necessity of replacing the old boiler with a more ecological one. It will turn out to be much more expensive than a traditional coal furnace. However, such an investment is worth making due to the numerous advantages of ecological heating. Pellet boilers guarantee, among other things, a high level of user comfort and very easy operation. Their average price reaches up to PLN 10,000, but it is worth remembering about the numerous subsidies that can be used when modernizing the central heating system.
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Advantages of pellet heating
Many investors may wonder about the sense of replacing coal stoves with pellet boilers . Not only do they cost a lot, but the pellet itself is also much more expensive than Ekogroszek (even PLN 600-800 per ton). However, heating a building with pellets brings with it numerous benefits, which make the investment pay off quite quickly, and the user gains additional benefits.
A modern pellet boiler is characterized primarily by high efficiency. Together with the fuel's calorific value, this means that a lot of heat is delivered to the heating system when burning relatively small amounts of pellets. Experts note that this solution is theoretically less profitable than coal, which provides more energy with the same mass. However, it must be remembered that - for ecological reasons - this fuel is gradually being phased out. Pellets, on the other hand, will still be cheaper than gas or electricity.
Ecology is one of the most important advantages of pellet boilers. They are adapted to the requirements set for new generation heating devices, the so-called 5th class. The granulate has a natural origin, and as a result of its combustion, significantly fewer harmful substances are released into the atmosphere than in the case of coal. In this respect, pellet boilers can be compared to gas furnaces.
Ecological heating devices are also characterized by very convenient operation. Unlike coal, pellet combustion produces very little ash. These are such minimal amounts that they can be successfully used, for example, in the garden. So you don't have to choose it often and pay for its disposal.
Pellet boilers are virtually maintenance-free devices. All you need to do is fill their feeders with fuel from time to time and rely on modern controllers that are responsible for the entire operation. This type of stove does not generate excessive noise or unpleasant odors. Pellets burn evenly, which also helps avoid problematic temperature jumps.
As you can see, pellet boilers are an innovative solution that is characterized by low exhaust emissions, a small amount of ash and the highest quality of work. Their use translates into clean air (compared to coal furnaces) and lower heating costs (compared to gas or electricity).
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In what situations should you refrain from purchasing a pellet boiler?
It is hard to imagine a situation in which a pellet boiler would not find its application. It is certainly an ideal solution for those planning to replace a coal heating system with a more ecological one. Such a necessity seems to be only a matter of time, so it is worth advising customers to start thinking about choosing a new heating source now.
Due to similar properties, there is little sense in installing a pallet boiler instead of a gas heater. However, the user can decide to do so if they want to reduce their bills. The same will apply to electric heating.
Pellet boilers will prove to be a bad idea only in the case of buildings with very limited space. This type of heating device requires a boiler room with dimensions of at least 2 x 3 m. And that's not all! There's also the need to store the fuel. Biomass can be stored in another room, but it must be large enough, and free from moisture.
To sum up, pellet boilers are worth recommending to investors who are looking for ideas for ecological and economical heating, but at the same time have the right conditions for comfortable and safe operation of such a system.
Pellet stoves in the Onninen offer
If you are wondering what pellet boiler to recommend to your client, check out the Ferroli brand range available in our online wholesaler. It includes efficient furnaces that are characterized by a high level of efficiency and comfort of use. Among other things, they are distinguished from boilers from other manufacturers by convenient control and top-class safety.
Onninen's offer includes, for example, boilers with a water jacket and a large fuel tank. This type of product meets the strict requirements of Eco Design pollutant emissions and - interestingly - can be installed in a living room. The BioPellet Pro stove by Ferroli does not need a separate boiler room. It is equipped with intelligent automation, allowing easy control of the central heating and domestic hot water installations.
Another interesting solution from Ferroli that your customers can benefit from are Breta Aria thermo-fireplaces . They are characterized by lower power and smaller capacity of pellet tanks. However, they are equipped with an intuitive control panel and an automated ignition function. They also stand out with an attractive design that will fit perfectly into the decor of residential rooms.
The Ferroli range in our wholesaler is complemented by Breta Pellet thermo-fireplaces , which are an equally economical and environmentally friendly source of heat. If you want to provide your customers with efficient and ecological heating, trust this renowned brand!
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