June 21, 2026
A fan coil and an air conditioner both cool (and often heat) the air, so they are easily confused. But they are differently engineered systems. Let’s look at how a fan coil differs from an air conditioner and which to choose for a home or a project. For the basics, see What is a fan […]
June 21, 2026
A freestanding convector is a heating device that stands on the floor and runs on a water-based heating system (boiler or heat pump). It is used where recessing a unit into the floor is impossible or impractical, but a tidy heat source is needed beside the glazing. Important: this is a water device, not a […]
June 21, 2026
Fan coil units differ by mounting type, number of pipes and casing design. The right type ensures efficient heating and cooling and blends neatly into the interior. Let’s go through the main types of fan coil units. For the basics, see What is a fan coil unit. Fan coil types by mounting This is the […]
June 21, 2026
A chiller and fan coil system is a centralised solution for cooling and heating buildings, where the chiller produces chilled (or, when needed, hot) water and fan coils distribute it across the rooms. It is the standard choice for hotels, offices and retail buildings — anywhere many rooms must be served from a single central […]
June 20, 2026
Fan coil units are connected to the system using one of two layouts — 2-pipe or 4-pipe. This determines whether the system can heat and cool at the same time, and how much it costs. Here’s the difference and how to choose. For the basics, see What is a fan coil unit. 2-pipe fan coil […]
June 20, 2026
The right fan coil unit delivers comfortable temperatures, runs quietly and saves energy. The wrong choice leads to insufficient capacity or excess noise. This guide covers what to consider when choosing a fan coil unit. New to the topic? Start with What is a fan coil unit. 1. Capacity (heating and cooling) The key parameter. […]
June 20, 2026
Ducted and cassette fan coil units are two of the most common types for commercial and residential projects. Both heat and cool using water, but they conceal and distribute air differently. This article compares ducted vs cassette fan coil units. For the basics, see What is a fan coil unit. Ducted fan coil units (DF) […]
June 20, 2026
Trench heaters and radiators both heat a room using warm water, but they look and perform very differently — especially near large windows. This article compares a trench heater vs a radiator and helps you decide. New to the topic? Start with What is a trench heater. The main difference: placement Performance near glazing Large […]
June 20, 2026
A trench heater is a heating appliance recessed into the floor that works as part of a water-based (hydronic) heating system. It is installed along panoramic windows, glazed façades and curtain walls, where a conventional radiator would be visible and intrusive. The unit stays hidden in the floor — only a decorative grille is visible […]
June 20, 2026
A fan coil unit (FCU) is a device used to heat and cool indoor spaces as part of a water-based (hydronic) system. Unlike a refrigerant split system, a fan coil unit uses water as the heat-transfer medium — supplied by a boiler, heat pump or chiller. This makes it efficient, quiet and able to both […]
