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James, On your question: Please explain why a higher flow rate is inefficient and undermines control. When a single pump serves multiple zones, ...
James, Your questions cut right to the core of why these discussions matter. One thing I’ve noticed over the years — and this thread really highli...
@jamespa Whether zoning is needed depends on how the occupants use the space, the layout of the house, and how heat losses vary between areas. It’s n...
The biggest mistake in zoning is basing the zones on superficial factors, such as dividing areas by North, South, East, West, or even upstairs and dow...
You’re absolutely right that many past attempts at zoning and hydraulic separation have failed to deliver the desired results. Poor results, short-cyc...
Hi Colin — you’ve clearly thought deeply about the system design, and your questions reflect exactly the kinds of practical challenges that are often ...
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