Viessmann opens a "New Era" for heat pumps

A new architecture for thermal systems

With this “New Era”, Viessmann is restructuring its portfolio around a common system architecture for heat pumps and connected equipment.

The principle is based on a unified intelligence that allows for the combination of various types of indoor and outdoor units according to project needs. This approach aims to standardize connections while maintaining a high degree of configuration flexibility.

The new monobloc air/water heat pump Vitocal 200-A intelligent energy This complements the entry-level and mid-range segments. Viessmann is also expanding its offering with a new water-to-water geothermal heat pump and a split version based on the same system logic.

In energy renovation projects as well as in new construction, this homogenization of architectures can facilitate the work of thermal design offices and HVAC installers when sizing and implementing equipment.

Viessmann One Base Intelligence at the heart of the system

All new generations of equipment are based on the software platform Viessmann One Base Intelligence.

This solution provides centralized control of various energy equipment: heat pumps, photovoltaics, electrical storage, charging stations or existing systems.

The objective is to evolve the facilities towards a global and interconnected operation rather than a juxtaposition of independent equipment.

In residential and commercial buildings, this approach responds to the rise of hybrid systems and the growing need for intelligent energy management.

A logic of expanded interoperability

Viessmann is also introducing a new piece of equipment called Universal Intelligent Energy Controllerdesigned to simplify the integration of third-party products into the overall system.

This centralized regulation makes it possible, in particular, to connect an existing photovoltaic installation or heat pump.

For installation companies, this compatibility can reduce the complexity of construction sites and limit the configuration operations between different technical protocols.

However, actual interoperability between equipment from different brands often depends on available communication standards and software compatibility of existing systems.

"Viessmann One Base Intelligence now enables centralized and intelligent management of the entire energy system."

An evolution of digital tools for installers

Viessmann's strategy is accompanied by an evolution of digital tools intended for professionals in the climate engineering sector.

The application ViGuide It benefits in particular from simplified commissioning, easier management of cascaded installations and integrated remote diagnostics.

In the HVAC industry, connected maintenance is becoming an important issue for optimizing intervention times and improving equipment monitoring.

The use of remote monitoring tools can also limit certain technical visits while facilitating the detection of operational anomalies.

This development is part of the generalization of predictive maintenance systems in thermal and energy equipment.

A response to the challenges of electrifying buildings

Viessmann positions this new generation of solutions as a lever for accelerating the electrification of buildings.

In the context of environmental regulations and the decarbonization of heating, heat pumps are playing an increasing role in renovation and construction projects.

However, the proposed solutions must meet several technical constraints: compatibility with existing structures, quality of thermal insulation, hydraulic sizing, and electrical network capacity.

Installing a high-performance heat pump generally requires a preliminary thermal study to ensure that the installed power meets the building's needs.

Actual performance may also vary depending on climatic conditions, quality of implementation and the settings of control systems.

Desired productivity for installation companies

Viessmann highlights several operational benefits for installers: simplified planning, reduced installation times, optimized maintenance and increased growth potential.

Reducing technical complexity is now a major challenge in the climate engineering professions, which are facing strong demand for energy renovation and pressure on qualified resources.

Standardized and connected solutions can help limit certain configuration times and facilitate the use of equipment by technicians.

In parallel, the rise of intelligent systems also implies an evolution of skills in the areas of energy management, regulation and digital tools.

"Reducing complexity and installation time frees up resources and improves productivity."

With this new system architecture and the integration of Viessmann One Base Intelligence, Viessmann Climate Solutions continues the development of connected energy solutions designed to support the transformation of buildings towards more electrified, controlled and scalable models.