Kingspan Insulated Panels has come up with a simple, but very effective solution with their new Kingspan EnergiPanel system, an innovative insulated solar air heating system designed for roof and wall applications as a supplement to the main heating system. The system comprises a modified version of a standard Kingspan KS1000 FC Box Profile panel. Profiled hollows beneath the crowns allow air movement up through the panel and the air is warmed by the simple process of using the outer steel skin as a solar energy absorber. The darker the external colour of the panel the greater the solar absorption.

The rate of airflow up through the panel is determined by the temperature of incoming air. Temperature sensors constantly monitor the external air temperature and varies the fan speed to ensure the supply air temperature is above the required internal temperature of the building. Kingspan's large scale test facilities have shown that heating costs can be reduced by as much as 20%. It uses tested and proven high quality insulated panel technology, is compatible with normal HVAC systems, and comprises low maintenance components. It is also available with the Kingspan TOTAL Guarantee, offering 25 years thermal and structural performance and up to 30 years coating guarantee, reveals the company’s press release. The LPS 1181 Grade EXT-B certified panels can offer not only verified fire performance, but also Part L2 (England and Wales) Building Regulations and Section 6 (Scotland) Technical Handbooks compliance.