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010 _a 2009052606
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_2Uk
020 _a9781844077366 (hardback)
020 _a1844077365 (hardback)
035 _a(Sirsi) i9781844077366
040 _cAUE
050 0 0 _aTH6561.7
_b.L38 2010
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100 1 _aLaughton, Chris.
245 1 0 _aSolar domestic water heating :
_bthe Earthscan expert handbook for planning, design, and installation /
_cChris Laughton.
260 _aLondon ;
_aWashington, DC :
_bEarthscan,
_c2010.
300 _av, 245 p. :
_bill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ;
_c26 cm.
490 1 _aEarthscan expert series
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
505 0 _aWhat is solar heating? -- Solar radiation and resources -- How solar DHW works -- Solar collectors -- Solar heating systems -- Additional components -- System layouts -- Designing a system -- Sizing system components -- Installation -- The economics of solar water heating -- Other types of solar heating -- Case studies.
520 _a"Solar Domestic Water Heating is a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of solar domestic water heating systems. As fossil fuel prices continue to rise and awareness of climate change grows, interest in domestic solar water heating is expanding. Solar water heating technology is the most environmentally-friendly way to heat water. This fully-illustrated and easy-to-follow guide shows how domestic solar water heating systems work, the different types of systems, types of collectors, both flat plate and evacuated tube, types of storage tanks and other accessories. It also shows how systems are installed and explains how solar water heating can be integrated into existing water heating systems. Numerous examples from around the world have been included. The ideal guide for plumbers, heating engineers, builders and architects, housing and property developers, home owners and DIY enthusiasts, and anyone who needs a clear introduction to solar water heating technology."--Publisher's description.
650 0 _aSolar water heaters
_vHandbooks, manuals, etc.
650 0 _aDwellings
_xHeating and ventilation
_vHandbooks, manuals, etc.
710 2 _aEarthscan.
830 0 _aEarthscan expert series.
942 _2lcc
_cBK
999 _c17671
_d17671