Küttevõrkudes

Küttevõrkudes refers to a network of Controlled Sections in pipelines for district heating systems. In English, this is often called a district heat network or a heat grid. This type of network is used to distribute heat from a central source to multiple buildings or areas.

The primary purpose of küttevõrkudes is to provide efficient and reliable heat distribution. The network consists of insulated pipes that convey heated water or steam from a heat production facility to consumers. In this context, heat can be produced by burning fossil fuels, biomass, or even geothermal energy.

A district heating network typically involves a central heat generation plant that produces heat, which is then transported to individual buildings through an insulated network of pipes. The heat is usually generated for winter use, although some systems also provide cooling for summer operation.

Various kinds of substations are used in district heating systems to adapt the heat supply to different users' needs. Substations can regulate the temperature and pressure of the fluid in the network. This adaptation is crucial for ensuring a safe, efficient, and reliable flow of heat to buildings of different sizes and purposes, including residential, commercial, and industrial.

The term küttevõrkudes is widely used both in Estonia and the Baltic states to comprehend networks for district heating. It should be noted that different countries may refer to similar systems with distinct terms.