Degree of efficiency

The degree of efficiency of heating boilers and systems is a measure that expresses how well a given boiler or system uses the available energy for heating and water heating. It expresses the ratio between the input energy (fuel or electrical energy) and the output energy (heat) of the device.

There are various standards and methods for measuring the efficiency of boilers and systems. Here are some of the most used:

SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) - Used to measure the efficiency of air conditioning systems. It expresses the ratio between the cooling produced by the system and the consumed electrical energy during the entire heating season. A higher SEER value means a higher system efficiency.

AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) - Used to measure the efficiency of boilers for burning fuel such as oil, gas or solid fuel. AFUE expresses the percentage of heat produced by the boiler that is actually used for heating. A higher AFUE value means greater boiler efficiency.

COP (Coefficient of Performance) - Used to measure the efficiency of heat pumps. COP expresses the ratio between the heat produced and the electrical energy consumed during heating. A higher COP value means a higher efficiency of the heat pump.

EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) - Used to measure the efficiency of air conditioning systems. EER expresses the ratio between the cooling produced by the system and the electrical energy consumed under standard conditions. A higher EER value means a higher efficiency of the system.

It is important to remember that higher efficiency means more efficient use of energy, resulting in lower consumption and lower operating costs. When choosing a heating boiler or system, it is advisable to choose one with a higher level of efficiency, which will ensure more economical operation and better protection of the environment.