Building component activation - thermally activated building systems (TABS)
Prefabrication with Thermal Activation of Building Components
Building component activation – also known as concrete core temperature control (CCTC) – utilizes the thermal mass of concrete ceilings (slabs) to optimize indoor climate control in buildings. Pipe systems are embedded within the cross-section of the concrete slab to enable energy-efficient heating and cooling of rooms, thereby contributing to a reduction in overall energy consumption.
Why Prefabrication with Integrated Thermal Activation?
Optimise your construction projects in combination with precast concrete elements and thermal component activation.
Efficient air conditioning - heating and cooling - with low energy consumption
Concrete core temperature control (CCTC) utilises the thermal mass of the ceilings (slabs) to control the temperature in rooms optimally and efficiently. Integration into the building component (slabs) brings significant advantages:
- Large heat transfer surface: The entire ceiling surface acts as a heating and cooling element, ensuring an optimal room temperature.
- Low feed flow temperatures: The low temperatures in the system enable particularly energy-efficient operation, especially in combination with heat pumps.
- Energy savings during operation: The higher thermal output compared to classic underfloor heating systems reduces energy consumption in the long term.
Intelligent usage of the concrete mass as a heat buffer
The thermal mass of concrete is specifically utilised as a heat accumulator in component activation. This enables intelligent, sustainable and flexible energy utilisation:
- Targeted use of thermal accumulation ability: Concrete accumulates energy and transfers it in a controlled manner, making it perfect for buildings with variable energy supplies from renewable sources.
- Reducing concrete and CO₂: The use of integrated displacement bodies reduces the quantity of concrete required, thereby also reducing CO₂ emissions.
- Sustainable energy consumption: You can also store and use surplus heat at favourable tariffs or from renewable sources.
- Heat distribution and accumulation: The thermal mass of concrete ceilings (slabs) stores heat over several days and transfers it steadily.
- Intelligent control and regulation: Each unit can be controlled individually, which enables precise individual room control and flexible air conditioning (heating and cooling).
Increase in productivity with prefabrication and component activation
The combination of prefabrication and component activation brings speed, efficiency and quality to the building site. Integrated technology and exact prefabrication result in multiple advantages:
- Up to 40% shorter construction times: The high degree of prefabrication and the reduced number of trades on the building site significantly shorten construction times.
- Less labour: Optimised assembly processes require less staff and therefore help to reduce costs.
- Increased cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency: Integrated building technology and multifunctional components enhance both profitability and energy efficiency.
- Higher quality and sustainable energy savings: Innovative heating and cooling systems embedded directly in the concrete core improve quality and provide lasting energy savings.
- High precision assembly in the factory: The pipes are positioned accurately using templates and fixed to the reinforcement.
- Proven quality and tightness: The pipe grids are pressure tested before concreting.
- Protected pipes: After concreting, the pipes are embedded safely in the concrete cross-section and protected against damage.
German Specialists in Thermal Activation of Building Components
The company Innogration GmbH from Bernkastel/Germany specialised in innovative ceiling solutions with fully integrated building technology in a slim, flexible ceiling system. More information at innogration.de
Image source: CEILTEC® - Innogration GmbH
A brief summary of component activation and concrete core temperature control (CCTC)
The combination of component activation with prefabricated concrete elements creates smart, sustainable and cost-effective building solutions. Thanks to precise prefabrication, integrated building technology and the efficient use of thermal mass, construction times can be shortened, operating costs reduced and the carbon footprint minimised. A future-orientated solution for complex construction projects.
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Are you planning an innovative construction project and want to benefit from the advantages of thermal activation with precast concrete elements? Contact the experts at Prilhofer Consulting – your partner for modern precast construction and integrated building technology.
