System: 2 × MasterTherm BA60i Air Source Heat Pumps
Sector: Education
Location: St Nicholas, Cardiff
Integration: Building Management System (BMS)
Controls: PGDX Controller with Remote Monitoring
Overview:
As part of an ambitious £5 million school development by the Vale of Glamorgan Council, St Nicholas Church of Wales Primary School has embraced an innovative heating solution designed to reduce environmental impact while maintaining outstanding performance and comfort.
By installing two MasterTherm BA60i Air Source Heat Pumps integrated with a PGDX controller and BMS connectivity, the school benefits from a future-ready system that delivers consistent heating and hot water while enabling intelligent energy management.
Challenge:
The council sought to future-proof the new school with a sustainable, low-carbon heating system that would:
- Provide reliable heating and hot water for a high-demand educational setting.
- Integrate with the existing Building Management System for seamless control.
- Allow remote monitoring and performance optimisation.
- Reduce overall energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Solution:
Thermal Earth installed two MasterTherm BA60i Air Source Heat Pumps, renowned for their efficiency, reliability, and compact design. These units extract energy from the ambient air through a refrigeration cycle, converting it into usable heat for the school’s internal spaces and water systems.
System Features:
• 2 × MasterTherm BA60i Air Source Heat Pumps
• PGDX controller for advanced energy management
• Remote monitoring for ongoing performance oversight
• Full BMS integration for centralised control
• Low-carbon heating and hot water generation
This intelligent system not only provides reliable warmth throughout the academic year but also allows facilities teams to fine-tune performance via digital tools, maximising efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Key Benefits:
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Energy efficiency |
Advanced heat pump technology reduces energy usage and emissions. |
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Seamless integration |
Fully compatible with the school’s Building Management System. |
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Remote monitoring |
Enables proactive system management and fault detection. |
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Sustainable comfort |
Consistent heating and hot water year-round. |
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Future-proof design |
Aligns with the council’s sustainability and carbon reduction goals. |
Results:
• The school now operates a low-carbon, high-efficiency heating system.
• Energy costs and emissions have been significantly reduced.
• Centralised BMS integration simplifies building management.
• The system supports sustainability targets while enhancing student comfort.
