A PATENTED heating system developed by Wakefield business Logicor has been installed by a housing association in a £750,000 programme.
Leeds & Yorkshire Housing Association (LYHA) has installed heating and hot water in 138 properties on the Elmetes estate in Roundhay, which represents around 10% of its housing stock.
The Logicor Clear Heater System uses infra-red rays rather than standard convection heating, which circulates warm air. It reduces energy levels because the even distribution of heat means the temperature can be set two degrees lower while achieving the same effect. LYHA has also installing Logicor’s InLine Hot Water System which can heat water to a pre-set temperature almost instantaneously.
Working with distributor Huddersfield-based Infra-Red, trials were carried out in three flats on the Elmetes estate for nine months. The electricity supply was upgraded by Wakefield-based Freedom and the installation of Logicor Clear Heat by Aqua Interiors of Clayton West began in March for customers in the 84 two-bed flats and 54 bedsits.
Lisa Pickard, chief executive of LYHA, said: “By installing this revolutionary technology we are both investing in our buildings and improving the financial situation for many customers, which in turn helps them better afford their rent.
“This is a long-term investment for us but one which we know will make a huge difference to our customers’ lives.”
Clive Brook at Infra-Red added: “LYHA has acted as a trailblazer by making such a large investment relative to is size and we are already seeing larger social landlords following in its footsteps which is fantastic news.”
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