When completing the heating system, preference is given to products from foreign companies. This is due to the well-established opinion about the low quality of domestic elements for heat supply. But now there are really functional and reliable Russian-made heating systems: radiators, batteries, boilers.
Overview of Russian-made heating boilers
Boilers are the main component of any water heating system. They are designed to heat the coolant to the desired level. Then hot water flows through pipes to radiators and batteries, with the help of which the premises are heated.
Currently, Russian-made solid fuel heating boilers and their gas counterparts are popular. To choose a particular model, you must adhere to the following rules:
- Optimal power calculation... In the process, the heat losses of the building, the climate and the required level of heating of the room are taken into account;
- Type of fuel... For houses with a large area, gas floor heating boilers made in Russia are well suited;
- Planned budget... This is the main advantage of the products of domestic brands. Most of the models have an ideal price / quality ratio.
To complete the heat supply, you can use Russian-made solid fuel heating boilers or gas models. For a detailed analysis, it is necessary to consider the main domestic "players".
Before purchasing Russian-made aluminum heating radiators or any other products, you must familiarize yourself with the quality certificate or a document confirming the state inspection of the goods.
Gas heating boilers
Heating components using gas as an energy carrier can be divided into two conventional types - floor and wall. Gas floor heating boilers made in Russia have proven themselves well in organizing heat supply for large residential buildings and industrial premises. Their power can reach 500 kW.
An important point when choosing Russian-made gas heating boilers is their reliability and compliance of the actual technical characteristics with the normative ones. Based on these requirements, several manufacturers can be distinguished whose products meet international standards:
- Conord... Their products belong to the economy segment of the heating technology market. But despite this, the boilers have reliable control and safety automation. The efficiency is about 90%. It is noticed that after several years of operation the turbulator breaks down;
- Signal... The company offers boilers with a minimum output of 6.5 to 40 kW. The heat exchanger is made of steel, which requires periodic flushing. The design of the boiler is designed to take up the minimum space in the room. Disadvantage - increased gas consumption at maximum load;
- Borinsky... The company's products are characterized by the largest assortment. Also worth noting is the good quality of the burners made of stainless steel.The customer is given the choice of a complete set with domestic control devices or their foreign counterparts. A feature of the operation of these gas floor heating boilers made in Russia is the increased requirements for the quality of fuel, susceptibility to corrosion of the body.
The average cost of equipment is from 10 to 55 thousand rubles. As well as Russian-made heating batteries, gas boilers must have a guarantee.
Wall-mounted models of gas heating boilers manufactured by Russian companies also have a large assortment. Among them are the following trademarks:
- Neva... Almost all boilers of the company have a stainless steel heat exchanger. This significantly increases their service life. For the complete set, ready-made models of foreign manufacturers are used. It is important to choose the right model - some of them are not intended for heating residential premises - Russian-made bimetallic heating radiators in such a system can quickly fail;
- GazLux... The advantage of using these boilers is the normal operation of the system even at low gas pressure. As well as the Neva models, they have two circuits - one for heating, and the other for hot water supply.
What is better to choose - gas floor heating boilers made in Russia or their wall-mounted counterparts? If the heated room is small, it is recommended to opt for wall-mounted models.
When choosing a boiler model, you need to pay attention to the type of burner - open or closed. Almost all floor structures have an open view of a gas burner.
Solid fuel boilers for heat supply
Historically, the number of companies specializing in the production of Russian-made solid fuel heating boilers is much larger than gas ones.
The constant growth of requirements for product quality and competition have stimulated the development of this segment of heating equipment. Over the past two decades, several new companies have appeared, whose products can safely compete with foreign counterparts:
- Siberia... The production association produces the most popular type of solid fuel boilers equipped with a heat exchanger and a hob. They can be installed to heat a house or a small summer cottage;
- Hearth... Despite the relatively short period of creation of this trademark, Ochag boilers have established themselves as reliable and modern components of the heating system. Together with them, you can install Russian-made heating radiators, as well as their foreign counterparts;
- Zota... They have one characteristic design feature - two fire doors. They can be used for vertical or horizontal loading of fuel. Convenient for use in small spaces.
The pricing policy of Russian companies for the production of solid fuel heating boilers is focused on the available market segment. But despite this, their products meet all international quality standards.
The thickness of heat-resistant steel in solid fuel boilers must be at least 2 mm.
Radiators and batteries from Russian companies
For a long time, only Russian-made cast iron heating radiators were used to complete the heat supply. However, over time, the situation has changed. The emergence of modern production facilities has made it possible to introduce steel, bimetallic and aluminum batteries to the market.
The choice of the optimal model should begin with calculating the parameters of heat supply. It must be remembered that steel flat heating batteries made in Russia will not always be the best option for completing a centralized system.This is due to their maximum allowable pressure threshold, which rarely exceeds 13 atm. Other types of radiators have similar limitations.
In addition to the material for the manufacture of the radiator and its technical characteristics, you should pay attention to the methods of its connection. Depending on the location of the pipes, they can be top, bottom or side.
Aluminum and bimetallic radiators
To optimize the heat transfer parameters and ensure the reliability of the system, it is recommended to install Russian-made bimetallic and aluminum heating radiators. Their main feature is the used materials of manufacture. Aluminum provides good heat transfer parameters, and steel or copper pipes increase the reliability of the structure.
Many industrial associations release their products under the license of foreign companies. This is often the guarantee of their quality. Consider the most famous and reliable manufacturing brands specializing in the production of Russian-made heating batteries:
- Rifar... The products are developed based on the samples of the Italian brand Global. In addition to aluminum batteries, the company offers Russian-made bimetallic heating radiators. Despite the good quality and high indicators of maximum pressure (up to 30 atm.), For normal operation, requirements are imposed on the hardness of water. This parameter should be 8 Ph;
- Thermal... These Russian-made heating radiators have the most affordable cost. The design is distinguished by its small size and, as a result, low rated power. The disadvantage is the small nominal pressure, which is 20 atm. Therefore, it is not recommended to install them for central heating.
It should be noted that almost all Russian-made heating convectors are not equipped with control devices - thermostats. These must be purchased separately.
The quality of bimetallic and aluminum heating radiators produced by Russian companies is influenced by the way the sections are connected. The best and most reliable option is to use laser spot welding.
Steel radiators
According to the established opinion, steel batteries are intended only for completing budget heating options. This is due to the fact that the quality of flat heating batteries produced in Russia for a long time was at a low level.
The situation changed with the arrival of the Prado company on the market. Its steel heating batteries are manufactured using only modern technologies. This ensures high quality, good looks and optimum performance. The advantages of installing Russian-made steel heating convectors are:
- Use of steel sheets with a thickness of 1.2 to 1.4 mm. This is a guarantee of a long service life of the radiator;
- Installation of additional heat exchange fins, providing better heat transfer between hot water pipes and external panels of the battery;
- Powder coating of surfaces protects the structure from external influences, in particular from rusting. This coating also provides a good appearance.
Currently, the company produces six types of Russian-made heating convectors, differing in size and heat transfer parameters. But it is necessary to take into account the features of operation. Unlike bimetallic heating radiators produced by Russian companies, it is not recommended to install metal radiators in centralized heat supply. Also, a long idle battery without a coolant is not allowed. This can damage the inner surface of the radiator.
To install Russian-made steel flat batteries, you will need special fasteners.It is adapted to the mounting elements located at the rear of the structure.
Cast iron batteries of Russian manufacturers
For a long time, Russian-made cast iron heating radiators were used to supply heat to houses and apartments. However, unlike foreign counterparts in our country, the production of designer models has not been established. All cast iron heating radiators from Russian companies are manufactured strictly according to regulatory documents. This is what determines their standard appearance and characteristics.
But despite this, cast iron batteries are still in demand. They are highly reliable, capable of withstanding critical pressure indicators. Among the many manufacturers, the following can be distinguished:
- Lyubokhonsky iron foundry;
- Nizhniy Tagil boiler and radiator plant;
- Cheboksary Aggregate Plant.
How to choose the right heating radiators from Russian companies? Their parameters must correspond to the calculated characteristics of the heating system. It is also recommended that you familiarize yourself with the real reviews of people who purchased and installed these heating devices.
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