Ground Loop Design Ground Loop Design
Ground loop design is a critical component of any ground source heat pump system. Our careful site assessment ensures a reliable, stable and sustainable heat source for your property.
Ground loop design is a critical component of any ground source heat pump system. Our careful site assessment ensures a reliable, stable and sustainable heat source for your property.
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What is ground loop design?
Ground loop design refers to the planning and configuration of the underground pipework system that collects heat for a ground source heat pump (GSHP). It’s a critical part of ensuring the system operates efficiently and effectively.
What It Involves:
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Heat Load Calculation
Determining how much heat the building needs to maintain comfort throughout the year. -
Ground Conditions Assessment
Evaluating soil and rock type, moisture content, and thermal conductivity to understand how well the ground can transfer heat. -
Loop Type Selection
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Horizontal loops: Buried in shallow trenches, require more land.
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Vertical boreholes: Drilled deep into the ground, ideal for limited space.
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Pipe Sizing & Spacing
Designing the correct length, diameter, and spacing of pipes to extract the required heat without overloading the ground. -
System Efficiency Optimization
Ensuring the loop delivers consistent temperatures for optimal heat pump performance over time.
Experts at Geowarmth ensure that our systems operate sustainably and efficiently by using advanced software and expert analysis to bespoke design the loop to the specific thermal properties of the site.
Why it Matters?
A well-designed ground loop maximises system efficiency, reduces running costs, and extends the system’s life.
Poor design can lead to underperformance, higher bills, and ground freezing.
In short, ground loop design is the foundation of a reliable, high-performing ground source heat pump system.
Bespoke solution for your precise needs
Experts in closed and open loop systems, we can meet your heating needs using the local environment and geology.
Closed Loop Systems
Horizontal loops involve pipes buried in shallow trenches over 1.5m deep, while vertical loops consist of pipes installed in boreholes up to 200m deep. A mixture of water and antifreeze circulates through these pipes, transferring heat to or from the ground.
Open Loop Systems
Water is pumped from natural sources like rivers, lakes, or groundwater, passed through a heat pump or heat exchanger, and then returned to the source. These systems are regulated to ensure they are sustainable and have minimal environmental impact.
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If you’re unsure what’s right for your home or commercial space, provide some details here and we can get in touch to talk to you about your property