Swimming Pool Heat Pump Use On The Increase
Recent years have seen a dramatic increase in the range of heat pumps available for swimming pools and 2008 looks set to be the year of the heat pump! 
A heat-pump works by moving heat from one source (usually the air, the ground or water) and transferring it to the swimming pool water. They are exceptionally energy efficient and environmentally friendly as they use less energy than conventional oil, gas or electric heating systems. A typical swimming pool heat pump system will use around 1kW of electrical energy to produce 5kW of heat energy by making use of heat that would otherwise be wasted.
For swimming pool owners heat pumps mean reduced heating bills, pools that can be used for more of the year and a far lower environmental impact. The initial outlay may be greater than a comparable conventional system but the reduced costs in running the system mean that the initial expenditure can be quickly recouped.
There are many factors to consider before purchasing including the material used for the heater element (titanium lasts longer but costs more), the warranty provided and, importantly, the heating power of the system. If you are interested in finding out more about using a heat pump for your swimming pool we suggest you contact a reputable supplier with extensive knowledge and experience with heat pump systems in order to determine the most appropriate system for your needs.
For more information on heat pumps and heat pump technology visit the Heat Pump Centre.
Written by Hybrid on April 9th, 2008 with
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