Future Innovations for Commercial and Residential Hot Water Tanks

The typical water heater found in most Edmonton homes has come a long way during the past century. From traditional coal- or wood-fired units to those which incorporate natural gas and hybrid technology, these heaters are more efficient and effective than ever before. What are some of the advancements that we can expect to emerge in the near future?

Lower Manufacturing Costs

From the point of view of the client, the cost of any water heater is always a very real concern. One of the main benefits of innovative technologies can be seen in the price of these units. The use of composite materials and more streamlined manufacturing methods are expected to lower costs by as much as 30 percent.

More Efficient Heating

There are many water heaters that no longer require the use of a traditional tank. There are two specific advantages to these variants. First, tankless models occupy much less space. This can be an ideal option for those who live in a flat or a small apartment with limited space. Second, a constant supply of hot water is offered to the user. This is in direct contrast to heaters which utilize a tank.

Tanks take longer to heat and as a result, water temperatures will vary. The result is that the owner keeps re-heating the water and eventually will be forced to pay higher energy bills. Tank-less models have done away with this concern.

The Use of Engineered Materials

Hot water tanks manufactured 10 or 20 years ago tended to incorporate traditional materials such as stainless steel and aluminum. Units in the future are expected to embrace many newer technologies such as advanced ceramics, lightweight carbon fiber (for their exterior), and alloys that can provide greater amounts of insulation from exterior temperatures. When these attributes are combined with short manufacturing times, we should expect their prices to be reduced even further.

Hot water tanks are definitely experiencing a quantum leap forward in terms of technology and how they are constructed. This is the very same reason why only the most trusted professional repair services, such as Capital Plumbing & Heating Ltd., should be used. While the future is not set in stone, it is perfectly reasonable to expect great things from these revolutionary devices.

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