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Advances in Oilheat Equipment

Looking for the most efficient heating equipment? Fortunately, there are many new equipment innovations that save energy ... increase homeowner comfort ... and promote a cleaner environment.

Condensing Boilers and Furnaces

Condensing technology condenses water vapor produced in the combustion process and then uses the heat from this condensation to heat the home. Condensing boilers and furnaces have higher Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiencies (AFUE) than non-condensing furnaces because flue gases condense in the second heat exchanger which results in extra efficiency. Condensing units cost more than non-condensing units; however, a condensing unit can save the homeowner money in fuel costs over the course of the unit's 15- to 20-year life.

Indirect-Fired Water Heaters

An indirect-fired water heater is a storage tank with coiled pipes inside, which works when hot water from the boiler passes through the coil, heating up the domestic water surrounding it. According to the National Oilheat Research Alliance, there are three big advantages to using this type of system: it has a lifespan of 30 years or more, is extremely fuel efficient, and never runs out of hot water.

“Smart Controls”

The latest microprocessor-based boiler controls automatically adjust boiler output as your energy requirements change, therefore improving the efficiency of most oil-fired residential boiler home heating systems. These smart controls result in fuel and energy savings for the homeowner.

Burner Technologies

Vaporizing technologies and high-flow atomization burners modify the way Oilheat is mixed with air for combustion. High-efficiency flame retention burners draw in less air and create a hotter flame.

Double-Walled Safety Tanks

This unique tank-in-a-tank design offers the highest level of environmental protection. Double-walled safety tanks have a polyethylene inner tank that is enclosed by a galvanized, sheet metal outer jacket, which is designed to hold and contain the contents of the inner tank should an accidental release occur.

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