This section provides an overview for radiant heating and cooling systems as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 24 radiant heating and cooling system manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked radiant heating and cooling system companies as of November, 2024: 1.Viega USA, 2.SPC, 3.RDZ S.p.a..
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A radiant heating and cooling system is a type of climate control system that regulates a room's temperature by circulating hot or cold water within panels. This system operates on the principle of direct heat transfer from surface to surface, effectively adjusting the temperature of walls, floors, and ceilings to create a uniformly comfortable environment.
Unlike traditional fans or air conditioners, this system does not generate wind, thereby avoiding the stirring up of dust and providing a suitable option for individuals sensitive to house dust. It also eliminates local temperature variations and noise, ensuring a consistent, tranquil atmosphere. The maintained temperature post-operation contributes to its sustainability.
Radiant heating and cooling systems are commonly installed in living rooms and other communal areas. They are particularly beneficial in baby rooms, where avoiding wind and mechanical noise is crucial for skin health and comfort. The absence of wind reduces skin dryness and noise disturbance.
These systems also prevent mold growth caused by condensation, a common issue with traditional air conditioners, making them ideal for sensitive groups like children and the elderly. Increasingly, they are being used in hotels to counteract air dryness and in cottages for a more natural living experience, free from mechanical noise.
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Viega has a history of over 120 years and is based in Broomfield, Colorado. Viega is a developer and producer of hardware and industrial tools and pipe fitting technology. Viega’s equipment specializes in materials such as copper, stainless, polymer, lead bronze, and cupronickel. Some of Viega’s product listings include elbows, tees, adapters, flanges, caps, unions, couplings, reducers, branch connectors, tubing, manifolds, stub-outs, closet adapters, outlet boxes, press sleeves, closet risers, ballcock nuts, fasteners, sealing elements and gaskets.
BEKA Heiz- und Kühlmatten GmbH, based out of Berlin, Germany, is a manufacturer of surface heating and cooling elements for radiant thermal conditioning. The company's main products include capillary tube mats, meandering copper tubes, and single-pipe technology that are used in radiant heating and cooling ceiling systems, radiant wall heating, and low-profile underfloor heating systems. It also offers special accessories and connection technologies required for system assembly and installation. The company's products are found in domestic bathroom heating systems, performance ice storage systems, and commercial building projects.
Giacomini S.p.A., established in 1951, is a manufacturer and exporter of air-conditioning, heating, and domestic water distribution systems and components headquartered in San Maurizio d'Opaglio, Novara, Italy. The company’s product portfolio comprises plastic pipes, fittings & adaptors, ball valves & drain cocks, radiant systems, and manifolds. It also offers boiler room components and balancing valves such as electrical actuators, water controls, oil system components, gate valves, and automatic air vent valves.
Roth Werke GmbH was established in 1947 and is headquartered in Dautphetal, Germany and operates as a manufacturer of solutions for the heating and plumbing industry, primarily radiant heating and cooling systems. The company's product range includes PEX piping, radiant floor heating panels, manifold systems, and geothermal heat pumps. It caters to industries such as construction, residential, commercial, and industrial. These products are utilized for efficient space heating and cooling in various buildings, ensuring optimal comfort and energy efficiency. Additionally, geothermal heat pumps offer sustainable heating and cooling solutions by harnessing renewable energy sources.
FRÄNKISCHE Rohrwerke Gebr. Kirchner GmbH & Co. KG., founded in 1906, is a German manufacturer and supplier headquartered in Königsberg, Bavaria, producing industrial pipes. With 19 manufacturing and sales facilities worldwide, the company offers a range of products built upon its inventions, including flexible metal and plastic electrical installation pipes and yellow drainage pipes. The company develops automotive cable protection, fluid, and thermal management systems. It also provides building technology products for drinking water, heating, and heat recovery. Drainage systems are further offered for various applications, such as gardening and landscaping, road and railway tracks, and stormwater management and treatment.
McNika, founded in 1972 and headquartered in Shin-Yokohama, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, is a manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, specializing in semiconductors and integrated circuits. The company offers a wide range of product portfolios including, integrated circuits such as PLDs, and ASICs, analog ICs, electronic devices, network-related software, and hardware. These cutting-edge components cater to diverse industries and applications including consumer electronics for memory and control functions, communication systems for optimizing performance and power efficiency, automotive for safety and navigation systems, and medical devices such as MRI, pacemakers, and glucose monitors.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Viega USA |
12.1%
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2 | SPC |
9.7%
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3 | RDZ S.p.a. |
7.9%
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4 | Radiana Ltd |
7.3%
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5 | Giacomini S.p.A. |
6.1%
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6 | Automatic Company, LLC |
5.5%
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7 | InnoDez |
4.8%
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8 | Plastics Pipe Institute Inc. |
4.8%
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9 | I.V.A.R. S.p.a. |
4.2%
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10 | Roth Werke GmbH |
4.2%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the radiant heating and cooling system page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 6 | 33.3% |
Germany | 3 | 16.7% |
Italy | 3 | 16.7% |
United Kingdom | 2 | 11.1% |
New Zealand | 1 | 5.6% |
Finland | 1 | 5.6% |
Australia | 1 | 5.6% |
India | 1 | 5.6% |