Hydronic snow and ice-melting (SIM) systems remove snow and ice from outdoor surfaces by circulating heated fluid through embedded plastic tubing. These closed-loop systems include a heat source, circulating pumps, controls, and other mechanical devices such as fluid expansion tanks. With proper design and installation, they're more energy-efficient and less messy than using salt, sand, and plows to keep sidewalks and walkways clean.
The Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) is hosting a webinar on how to design and install SIM systems for optimal performance. During his one-hour presentation, PPI Building & Construction Division Engineering Director Lance MacNevin, P.Eng., will address:
- How to clear slippery outdoor surfaces without the high maintenance costs and the expense of harsh chemicals, which can damage surfaces.
- How snow and ice melting systems can reduce liability while improving access.
- Why operating costs for a hydronic SIM system are often less than mechanical snow removal, saving facility owners money while reducing safety risks.
- Providing for the aging population who need access to services and have limited mobility.
The content was developed specifically for mechanical engineers, designers, contractors, building owners, facility managers, and architects. "From congested cities with limited public spaces to aging populations in private homes, the safety and savings these systems provide are more beneficial than ever, especially with some regions experiencing an increase in snowfall in recent years," says MacNevin.
Cost is $99 and attendees can earn professional development hours (PDHs). Register here.
