Ultrapanel is a leading innovator in the construction and building materials industry, specialising in the development and supply of advanced, high-performance panel systems. Founded with the mission to revolutionise the way structures are built, Ultrapanel offers a wide range of cutting-edge solutions that cater to the residential sector.

When Ultrapanel set out to create a pioneering “zero bills ready” demo house, showcasing how the homes of the future could be built faster, smarter and with minimal environmental impact, they needed partners who shared their vision for sustainability.

The Unico System was requested to design and install a fully functioning HVAC system using a heat pump, matching Ultrapanel’s sustainability and zero-waste commitments.

Unico was tasked to provide an HVAC solution that offers all year-round heating and cooling from one system, with high thermal performance. The system needed to occupy minimal space and be suitable for installation within Ultrapanel’s precision-engineered structures.

As each Unico System project is treated as unique for every installation, Unico was able to respond to this challenge by creating a custom-designed solution to meet the project’s sustainability goals.

Taking full responsibility for all stages of the planning and design process, the Unico Design Team began with an initial site visit to create a detailed system. This was designed using bespoke software and included heat loss calculations, system layouts and a full materials list.

Working together across all the tradespeople on this type of project was imperative to ensuring a smooth process and coordination.

On-site adjustments to the original system design were taken on board. This included the creation of a discreet false wall to conveniently run sound attenuated ducting from the upper to lower floor, alongside MEV services.

Collaborating early on in the design stage, Unico were able to install quickly to support the faster build times with Ultrapanel, whatever the property size. It has been fantastic to be a part of this project, collaborating across different industries with shared values and goals to bring this project to life.

On-site corrections and adjustments to the original design are accomplished where required more quickly because of the flexibility of Unico’s flexible supply ducting.

The basic fabric of the demo home, with its high thermal performance, is a very good base and is complemented by the energy-efficient operation of The Unico System.

The Unico System’s small duct high velocity principal of operation offers significant system design and performance benefits for SIP systems

We are delighted that all expected benefits have materialised in the completed installation:

• Highly energy-efficient performance
• Sustainable heating and cooling
• SIP system compatibility
• Quiet, discreet and energy efficient all year-round comfort