Danfoss’ many years of experience can help you with designing the optimal district heating network, whether you are starting from scratch or renovating an existing district energy network.
Network design
Optimal network design is key to an economically fit district energy network. Therefore we utilize the network thermo-hydraulic model to avoid over-designing and to verify capacity and impact on the whole network. This means that by installing proper control equipment you can benefit from network balancing and therefore lowering your initial investments. The control components and hydraulic model will also enable ∆T optimization which will ensure system efficiency and reduction of primary energy generation cost, as supply temperature will be optimized, and temperature and flow can be balanced in real time.
Planning the optimal fuel-mix
In heat production the utilization of various heat sources can be optimized by planning the optimal fuel-mix. District heating technology makes use of a wide variety of energy resources:
- Boilers using conventional or renewable fuels such as biomass;
- Heat from power generation such as a Combined Heat and Power plant;
- Waste heat from industrial processes;
- Energy generated from municipal waste incineration;
- Natural heat sources such as solar, geothermal or wind.
Responding to peak energy demand
Also when it comes to peak energy demand Danfoss can support you with expertise and production simulation to enable smart district energy production and distribution planning. This will secure maximum utilization of heat accumulation in buildings and networks.
How we can help you
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Years of experience in building and maintaining district energy networks
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Innovative technical solutions, optimization and performance
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Product portfolio for district heating and cooling applications in networks and buildings
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Consultancy and customer dedication
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Experience with all types of initial energy sources
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Global reach with strong local representation and know-how
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Safety and reliability in cooperation
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Tools and apps
Heat Selector
Danfoss Heat Selector is the best-in-class online selection tool that optimizes the planning process for heating application experts.
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