University of Limerick — IBC 2 (Student Accommodation)

Project Overview

UL’s new accommodation block needed low-carbon space heating plus efficient hot-water support—quietly and reliably, 24/7. The design uses all-electric plant with built-in heat recovery to trim DHW costs.

Scope of Works

  • 4 × MasterThermBA60iS inverter air-to-water heat pumps
  • Radiator-based LTHW heating (zoned)
  • Desuperheaterintegration for DHW preheat

System Description

  • Each BA60iS modulates to match load; the four-unit staging maintains high efficiency at both peak and shoulder conditions.
  • Desuperheatercircuits reclaim compressor waste heat to preheat DHW, reducing cylinder reheat energy.
  • The onboard control suite enablesautonomous scheduling, load balancing, alarms, and secure remote access.

Project Results & Benefits

  • Sustainable livingwith fully electric heating.
  • Lower DHW energyvia heat-recovery preheat.
  • Low acoustic profilefor residential comfort.
  • Hands-off operationfor facilities teams.
UL IBC 5