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Maryhill Housing Association were replacing outdated storage heaters and open-vented hot water cylinders in 578 properties across high-rise, deck access, and low-rise housing stock.

Main Objective -

To provide tenants with a more energy efficient, controllable and affordable heating system, whilst improving the original hot water system which was providing poor performance, both in efficiency and water pressure. The MULTIflow and the MULTIflow+ thermal store ranges were chosen for this project to fit the customers hot water requirements whilst fitting the available space within each apartment.

Solution -

We worked with both the Housing Association and Installers to specify the perfect thermal store solution for the residents. Making sure hot water requirements were met whilst utilising the available space for the units. Once the specification was signed off, we attended a residents meeting to explain the new units and answer any queries before any work had begun within the properties.

By specifying the thermal range, it not only solved the Association's energy efficiency and water pressure issues, but also prevented any ongoing maintenance.

The MULTIflow suited most properties, however with properties where there was restricted space our MULTIflow+ range was specified. The MULTIflow+ range was a great solution with the cylinder having a bespoke design option, not only with slimline models but also moving tapping positions to suit each individual apartment requirements.

Benefits -

• Improved efficiency
• Enhanced hot water performance and increased water pressure for residents
• Greater control over heating and hot water usage
• No ongoing maintenance
• Flexible range options to suit different property types and layouts
• MULTIflow+ bespoke design capabilities for restricted or challenging spaces
• Slimline cylinder options available for compact apartments
• Custom tapping positions to suit individual property requirements
• Reliable supply of hot water
• Suitable for large-scale social housing projects

Customer Feedback -

Adam Devine commented "Following a successful pilot programme of installing McDonald Water Storage MULTIflow thermal stores, we have progressed installations to 578 properties across our high-rise, deck-access, and low-rise properties."

"We have received nothing but great feedback from residents with all reporting enough hot water to run a full bath and more storage space in their cupboards. The team at McDonald Water Storage have also been incredible and always willing to answer any questions we have."

Adam Devine, Property Investment Manager, Maryhill Housing Association