3 heat pumps and 7 ventilation monoblocks

Valplantes, Sembrancher

Presentation

Based in the heart of the Valais Alps, Valplantes brings together around forty certified organic growers who cultivate more than 30 species of aromatic and medicinal plants at altitudes of between 800 and 1400 metres in an exceptional alpine environment.

Installation of three air-water heat pumps and 7 ventilation monoblocks to dry the plants.

3

air-water heat pumps

7

ventilation monoblocks

Details

The challenge

Set up a control system to automate and optimise plant drying according to the type of plant.

Implementation

  • Supply and installation of three R410A heat pumps and 7 ventilation monoblocs blowing hot air into the drying tanks.

    Installation of the hydraulic and aeraulic network.

  • Supply and installation of an air exchanger to extract heat from the air.

Summary

Significant reduction in electricity requirements thanks to the use of a closed water circuit.

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