Thermal solar energy is a type of renewable energy that uses the heat from the sun to heat water systems. It involves the use of solar collectors to capture the sun's radiation and transfer it to a heat exchanger to fuel your water heater.
Thermal Solar
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Residential Use
The best use for thermal solar in Panama is in solar water heating systems. These typically consist of solar collectors, a hot water storage tank, and a backup heating system. The solar collectors absorb the heat from the sun and transfer it to water, which is then circulated to the hot water storage tank. The hot water can then be used in multiple applications such as baths, washing clothes or even heating pools or jacuzzis in cooler weather or at night time.
Commercial Use
Thermal solar energy can be used in businesses in Panama for a variety of applications, including water heating, and industrial processes. Large-scale solar thermal systems can be designed to meet the specific energy needs of different types of businesses, such as hotels, hospitals, factories, and commercial buildings.
For water heating, businesses can install solar water heating systems to provide hot water for laundry, kitchen, and bathing facilities. These systems can be integrated with existing hot water systems or designed as stand-alone systems.
Solar thermal energy can also be used for industrial processes, such as preheating boiler feed water or heating fluids used in manufacturing. By using solar thermal energy instead of fossil fuels, businesses can reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs over the long term.
Thermal Solar Equipment
Thermal solar energy is a smart investment - it provides a reliable and sustainable source of energy to heat water that can save homeowners and businesses money while replacing the use of fossil fuels. Solar water heater systems have a relatively low operating cost and require minimal maintenance. They have a long lifespan, typically 20-30 years, and can provide return of investment in approximately 3 years.
01 Face Plate Collectors
They consist of a flat, insulated panel with a dark absorber plate and a transparent cover that allows sunlight to enter. The heat captured by the absorber plate is transferred to a fluid, which is then circulated through the system to provide heat.
02 Evacuated Tube Collectors
These collectors are similar to flat-plate collectors but use a series of vacuum-sealed glass tubes to capture sunlight. They are more efficient than flat-plate collectors and are often used for larger-scale commercial and industrial applications.
03 Solar Pool Heaters
They typically consist of a set of solar collectors, a circulation pump, and a pool filter. The solar collectors capture the sun's energy and transfer the heat to a fluid, which is then pumped through the pool filter and back into the pool. The system is controlled by a thermostat or automated controller, which ensures that the pool water stays at a comfortable temperature.
