The 4 Differences Between Geothermal Standing Column Well and Closed Loop Systems Key points There are four major differences between standing column well (SCW) and closed loop geothermal systems. 1. The Use of Exchange Fluid. The fundamental difference between the two systems is the exchange fluid used to affect the heat… Continue reading “The 4 Differences Between Geothermal Standing Column Well and Closed Loop Systems”
What You Need to know About Quoting and Selling Standing Column Well Systems It’s much easier to answer this question for residential applications. The price is composed of three pieces: the drilling cost, the loop field installation including underground piping to/from the building, and the HVAC system installation. Many times the driller is… Continue reading “What You Need to know About Quoting and Selling Standing Column Well Systems”
13 Steps to Basic Geothermal Standing Column Well Design HeatSpring Instructor Albert Koenig discusses the 13 steps to basic Geothermal Standing Column Well (SCW) Design… Unlike closed loop geothermal installations, open loop systems, in particular, standing column well (SCW), require more diligence from the designer than just the well… Continue reading “13 Steps to Basic Geothermal Standing Column Well Design”