Introducing the SunScan Premium Performer: Elevating Solar Thermal Efficiency

At SunScan, our commitment to innovation and excellence in solar water heating has always been at the forefront of what we do. We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new range of high-performance flat plate collectors, the Premium Performer, a testament to years of dedicated research, rigorous testing, and an unwavering focus on quality.

The Edge of Experience: Tested at SABS

For over a decade, SunScan has invested countless hours in comprehensive product testing at the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS). This isn’t merely a formality; it’s a crucible where our designs are pushed to their limits, revealing insights that are invaluable. This deep well of knowledge, gained from real-world simulations and stringent performance evaluations, has given SunScan a distinct advantage. It allows us to engineer products that not only meet but consistently exceed industry benchmarks for both performance and durability, especially crucial in South Africa’s diverse climate.

Unpacking the Premium Performer: Technology That Delivers

The Premium Performer isn’t just an incremental upgrade; it’s a leap forward in solar thermal technology. At its heart are two critical advancements:

1. High-Grade Copper: The Conductor of Efficiency

We’ve chosen to utilize high-grade copper for the header and risers tubes within the Premium Performer collectors. Copper is renowned in the solar thermal industry for its exceptional thermal conductivity, meaning it transfers heat from the sun’s rays to your water with remarkable speed and efficiency. This superior conductivity ensures that more of the sun’s energy is captured and converted into hot water, reducing the need for auxiliary heating. Furthermore, high-grade copper offers unparalleled corrosion resistance, guaranteeing longevity and consistent performance even in challenging water conditions often found across South Africa.

2. The Latest Blue Selective Coating: Trapping Every Ray

Complementing the high-grade copper is the application of the latest blue  selective coating. Unlike standard black paints that merely absorb sunlight, a selective coating is engineered to maximize solar absorption while minimizing heat re-emission. This advanced surface acts like a one-way valve for heat: it efficiently captures solar radiation (short-wave energy) but significantly reduces the amount of thermal radiation (long-wave energy) that escapes back into the atmosphere. The result is a collector that retains more heat, performs exceptionally well even on cooler or windier days, and ultimately delivers hotter water more consistently.

Together, these innovations enable the Premium Performer range to outperform most other panels on the market, setting a new standard for efficiency and reliability.

A Legacy of Performance, Expanded for Your Needs

Our existing Class 1 flat plate collector range has been a cornerstone of countless successful solar installations, known for its robust performance and reliability. We are proud to continue offering this trusted range. The Premium Performer builds upon this solid foundation, leveraging the same proven engineering principles but integrating the advanced materials and coatings to unlock even greater thermal output.

During extensive real-world testing, the performance figures for the Premium Performer have consistently exceeded our expectations, demonstrating its capacity to deliver superior hot water generation and energy savings for homeowners.

Tailored to Your Home: New Sizing for Modern Demands

Understanding that every home and family has unique hot water requirements, we have refined our sizing range to align with evolving market trends and consumption patterns. This ensures optimal system design and maximum efficiency for every installation.

Our Class 1 Flat Plate Collector Range:

• 1.5m² vertical: Ideal for a 100L geyser, perfect for smaller households or supplementary heating.
• 2.0m² vertical: Suited for a 150L geyser, a popular choice for average family needs.
• 2.5m² vertical: Designed for a 200L geyser, providing ample hot water for larger families.

For larger systems, such as a 300L geyser, these panels can be easily connected in parallel. For instance, you could use either two 1.5m² panels or, for higher usage demands, two 2.0m² panels to ensure consistent hot water supply.

Introducing the Premium Performer Range:

Our new Premium Performer range offers even greater flexibility and performance:

• 2.0m² vertical: A high-performance option for standard installations.
• 2.0m² horizontal: Perfect for aesthetic integration on roofs with limited vertical space or specific architectural requirements.
• 2.4m² vertical: An optimized size for enhanced performance, particularly effective for 200L-250L systems, offering rapid recovery rates.
• 2.4m² horizontal: Combining high performance with flexible horizontal mounting, ideal for modern roof designs.

The SunScan Promise: Quality You Can Trust

In a market flooded with options, remember this crucial distinction: if it doesn’t say SunScan, then it isn’t the real deal. Our name is synonymous with quality, durability, and performance, backed by years of South African expertise and rigorous testing. Choose SunScan, and choose confidence in your solar water heating solution.