Recently a major flooding covered the heated fields of MSU. All heated fields were completely flooded during several days. Although water and electricity do not mix, the HSI heating systems have proved that they are resistant against extreme weather conditions. The installation of the heating systems at MSU was completed in 2015.
We refer to the Detroit newspapers for more information about the MSU field heating systems.
Prevention against high costs for new or the adaption of existing technical buildings, prevention against demolition by vandalism or as a result of accidents during sports practice or just insurance that your investment has led to the best possible environment, just a few reasons to have the control unit for your field heating system installed in a purpose built container. This solution, which meets the high standards applicable to the installation of electrical equipment, was developed by HSI in 2016. The rollout of two prototype containers for European projects was also achieved in the same year. The images included give overall and detailed information about this solution.
HSI has commissioned engineering consultants Peutz to draw up an attestation of equivalence in conformity with the NEN7120 standard. Their research concludes that the HSI floor heating is up to 60% more efficient in comparison to traditional underfloor (water) heating, justifying the related
output yield of 1.5 ȠH;em.
The attestation of equivalence has been listed in the ISSO database.
This month we started our second pilot with direct exposure of strawberries to radiant heat. The first pilot has proved that application of our heating ribbons results in an equal harvest on the inside and outside of the plants despite the fact that the strawberries on the inner side of plants benefit less of direct sunlight.
The goal of this pilot is to ascertain the optimum amount of energy for the best result.
The pilot will run into the next year. Harvesting period: November-February.
The baseball and softball teams of Michigan State University are no longer missing out on outdoor training sessions or home games because of cold weather conditions. As a result of the field heating systems provided by Heating Solutions International and installed by Sports Fields Inc. the baseball and softball infields remain available and playable! For more information, see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwNonizYrHQ or view the video below:
Heating Solutions International recently moved to their new facilities in Schijndel (NL). From here we are ready for further expansion.
Michigan State University’s Baseball team has its best start since 1972. Heating Solution International’s heating ribbon installation allowed the team earlier outdoor practice for this season. For more information, see http://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2016/04/01/michigan-state-spartans-baseball-stadium-heating-coils/82503792/
Field heating systems in the Norwegian towns of Raufoss and Oslo are now ready for operation. The heating system in Oslo only uses a power capacity of 120 kW. Despite this limited available power capacity, the heating system will melt all snow.For more information, see projects.
Heating Solutions International first Sports project with Sports Fields Inc. in the USA is a success. Read enclosed article for more information! http://on.lsj.com/1TgAa87
The price of gas will rise considerably in 2016 while the costs for electricity will be slightly reduced. The energy tax on gas will be raised with 32 percent tot € 0,305 per cubic metre, effective from 1 January 2016.
According to calculations from comparison site Gaslicht.com this raise will lead to extra costs amounting to € 132,00 per year for a household with an average gas consumption. On the other hand the energy tax on electricity will be reduced with 16%. On balance, an average household will pay approx. € 52,00 more for tax on gas and electricity.
The above however will not apply to houses which are provided with sustainable energy systems such as Living Heat IR underfloor heating. Houses equipped with Living Heat gain double benefits: a reduction of 30% in energy consumption and an extra reduction of 16% on energy tax for the remaining energy that will be used.