Acova Manava, a towel warmer radiator with an original and elegant design

A construction system designed for bathroom design

The Manava towel radiator is based on a specific tubular design, with tubes arranged in herringbone or lateral asymmetryThis configuration facilitates the hanging of textiles without access constraints, a point often crucial in small spaces.

Two hydraulic configurations are offered:

• central heating version, integrated into the existing network of the structure;
• electric versionautonomous, suitable for renovation or housing without a hydraulic loop.

In a renovation project, an installer may favor the electric version to limit interventions on the building's technical envelope. Conversely, in new construction, connection to the central grid allows for optimization of the overall thermal performance.

Customization adapted to architectural constraints

The Manava model offers a palette of 46 colors as well as specific hammered finishes. This diversity allows the equipment to be integrated into a variety of interior design projects, particularly in coordination with wall coverings or sanitary equipment.

The available dimensions cover several configurations:

• minimum width of 40 cm, suitable for compact bathrooms;
• Optional screen format, allowing for the creation of a functional separation between two areas.

This type of installation can be used in hotel or collective housing projects to structure volumes without resorting to a solid partition.

"The position of its tubes makes it easy to hang towels or bathrobes."

Thermal performance and power optimization

The models at double thickness These solutions represent a technical response to a common constraint: increasing power without changing the footprint. This solution relies on a denser emitter, improving heat exchange while maintaining wall integration.

Within the regulatory framework, this equipment falls within the requirements of the thermal regulation RE2020which requires control of energy consumption and optimization of heating systems.

A thermal design office can integrate this type of emitter into the overall sizing, taking into account:

• of the room's volume,
• of the building envelope insulation,
• internal contributions.

A limitation to consider: the actual output depends heavily on the temperature regime of the central heating network. At low temperatures, performance can be reduced if the system is not properly sized.

Electrical control and usage management

In its electric version, the radiator incorporates a ergonomic remote control allowing:

• temperature setting,
• the selection of operating modes,
• starting or stopping.

Matrix LED displays improve the readability of information, especially in humid environments where visibility may be reduced.

Advanced control relies on the dedicated mobile application, connected via Bluetooth. It allows access to functions such as the weekly programming, a key lever for optimizing energy consumption in housing.

"This equipment provides easy access to the transmitter's essential functions for everyday use."

In the context of energy renovation, this type of regulation contributes to better management of uses, in line with the objectives of sobriety.

Site integration and implementation

The installation of a towel warmer radiator like Manava involves several stakeholders:

• the HVAC installer for the hydraulic or electrical connection,
• the project manager for technical coordination,
• possibly a design office for thermal sizing.

In the central heating version, the models are supplied with matching taps, facilitating installation and ensuring aesthetic consistency.

A concrete example: in a multi-unit housing project, installation in a service duct can impose constraints on spacing and connection. Choosing a compact model with a suitable connection minimizes modifications to the existing network.

Between design and technical constraints

The positioning of the Manava illustrates a market trend: integrating technical equipment within a logic ofinterior designThe radiator becomes a visible element, contributing to the identity of the room.

“Manava comes in two styles […] combining practicality and elegance.”

However, this approach remains subject to technical constraints:

• compatibility with the existing network,
• power required
• installation constraints.

A trade-off is often necessary between aesthetics and performance, particularly in renovation projects where room for maneuver is limited.

The Manava towel radiator thus fits into a logic of hybrid equipment, both functional and architectural, whose relevance depends on the context of implementation and the requirements of the project.