kaukolämpöasemilta

Kaukolämpöasemilta refers to heating substations or district heating substations in Finnish. These facilities are a crucial component of district heating systems, acting as the interface between the central heat production plant and the end-user's building or network. Their primary function is to receive hot water from the district heating network, adjust its temperature and pressure to meet the specific needs of the building it serves, and then distribute it for space heating and domestic hot water.

Inside a kaukolämpöasema, a heat exchanger is typically the central piece of equipment. This exchanger transfers heat from the high-temperature water supplied by the district heating network to a separate, lower-temperature water circuit that circulates within the building. This separation is important for safety and efficiency, preventing direct contact between the district heating network water and the building's plumbing. Pumps are also essential to ensure proper water circulation within the building's heating system. Control systems, including valves and sensors, regulate the flow and temperature of the water, optimizing comfort and minimizing energy waste.

The design and capacity of a kaukolämpöasema vary depending on the size and heating demand of the building. Smaller residential buildings might have compact units, while larger commercial or industrial facilities will require more substantial installations. These substations play a vital role in ensuring reliable and efficient heating delivery to consumers within a district heating network, contributing to urban energy management and reducing local emissions compared to individual heating systems.