The purpose-built Endoscopy Unit at Bantry General Hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology designed to provide optimal comfort and efficiency.

A cascade of seven BA60i units delivers simultaneous heating and cooling to all areas of the endoscopy ward. This innovative system maximises efficiency by combining heating and cooling into a single solution, eliminating the need for separate systems. Not only does this save valuable space, but it also enhances overall system performance and longevity.

Domestic hot water is supplied at 65˚C by our unique AQ75ZHX high-temperature heat recovery heat pump, ensuring reliable and energy-efficient water heating.

As with all MasterTherm systems, the entire setup is monitored and optimised online via our advanced platform. This allows for fine-tuning of parameters in real-time and provides immediate notifications to clients in the event of any system issues or warnings, ensuring smooth operation and reducing downtime.

This state-of-the-art solution significantly reduces operating costs and minimises CO2 emissions typically associated with heating and cooling in healthcare facilities. By adopting this system, Bantry General Hospital is contributing to a greener, more sustainable future while maintaining high standards of patient care and comfort.

Carndonagh General Hospital

A section of Carndonagh General Hospital has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment, enhancing both the functionality and comfort of its residential areas. The works included the full renovation of residential spaces, installation of new bathrooms and ensuite facilities, and the extension of a new Day and Dining Room for residents. Bedrooms were reconfigured to provide increased hoist coverage, and new garden areas were created for residents to enjoy outdoor leisure activities. All mechanical and electrical services were also replaced as part of the upgrade.

Martin Collum, General Manager of Older Persons Services, CH CDLMS, commented, “We are delighted to welcome our residents back to Carndonagh Community Hospital. The renovations have created a fresh, restful environment for our residents, and the new garden spaces will enhance their quality of life, offering a peaceful place for outdoor enjoyment.”

MasterTherm, in collaboration with Ipsum Engineering, designed a custom heat pump system specifically tailored for this building. The system features two BA60iS split-type heat pumps operating in a cascade configuration. These split-type units allow for the integration of a desuperheater, a unique accessory that provides additional energy efficiency and functionality.

The desuperheater technology is particularly innovative as it captures excess heat from the heat pump’s refrigerant during the cooling process and repurposes it to heat domestic hot water (DHW) at higher temperatures. This not only ensures the building has a continuous supply of high-temperature DHW but also increases the system’s overall efficiency by utilizing energy that would otherwise be wasted.

Desuperheaters offer an advanced solution by working in tandem with low-temperature heating systems, such as underfloor heating (UFH). This setup allows the system to deliver low-temperature water for space heating while using the recovered heat to simultaneously heat the DHW to a much higher temperature. In this case, the system can maintain a consistent 65˚C in the DHW calorifier while operating the UFH at lower temperatures, optimising both functions without the need for a separate heating system.

This unique configuration offers a significant boost to the seasonal coefficient of performance (SCOP), enhancing energy savings and reducing the building’s overall carbon footprint. By maximising heat recovery, the desuperheater helps the hospital meet its heating and hot water demands more efficiently while contributing to long-term operational cost savings and sustainability goals.