Air in heating and cooling systems
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Problems caused by air in hydronic systems can be serious and unpleasant for users and professionals dealing with the system. If these problems are not analysed in depth they can often lead to solutions that do not work in the long term. To begin with, it is very important to understand the problems that air in the system can cause.
1. Noise in the pipes and terminals
2. Insufficient flow rates or total blockages of circulation
3. Insufficient heat exchange between the emission terminals and the room
4. Corrosion of the system due to the presence of oxygen in contact with ferrous materials
5. Cavitation in the pumps and valves