IMI Climate Control: Helping to optimise HVAC systems
With over 125 years of experience, IMI Climate Control has become a trusted leader in hydronic solutions. Their innovations and deep understanding of hydronic systems enable them to tackle complex HVAC challenges across a wide range of applications. Through advanced products, value engineering, and educational resources, IMI continues to drive industry standards for efficiency, sustainability, and system performance.
Who is IMI Climate Control?
Founded in 1897, IMI has a long history of innovation, starting with the world’s first manual balancing valve in 1957. With over 100,000 projects worldwide, IMI Climate Control is known for premium-quality products and a commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices. Their high-tech manufacturing site features exclusive Ametal alloy casting and a Customer Innovation Centre, where new products are developed and tested in a state-of-the-art lab.
IMI’s solutions cater to diverse environments, from commercial office buildings and healthcare facilities to residential complexes. Their goal is to optimise indoor climates with tailored solutions prioritising energy efficiency. Supported by in-house R&D teams, they leverage years of technical expertise to meet the demands of modern HVAC systems.
The Power of Value Engineering
IMI’s approach to Value Engineering is critical to its competitive edge. By reevaluating product designs and manufacturing processes, IMI can deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising quality. This strategy has proven particularly beneficial in challenging market conditions.
Streamlining Commissioning with HySelect
IMI’s HySelect software integrates seamlessly with the TA-SCOPE balancing instrument, making HVAC commissioning and performance monitoring straightforward. HySelect allows users to upload the hydronic network design to the TA-SCOPE, enabling quick and precise system balancing. Once balanced, users can download detailed performance data—including flow, differential pressure, and temperature readings—back into HySelect for easy verification and reporting.
HySelect also supports long-term monitoring, allowing users to log performance data and continuously ensure system efficiency over time. This ongoing performance tracking is essential for maintaining the longevity and reliability of HVAC systems, making HySelect an invaluable tool for HVAC professionals.
Advancing Knowledge Through CIBSE-Accredited CPD Courses
IMI is dedicated to advancing the knowledge and skills of HVAC professionals through CIBSE-accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses. These courses cover critical topics such as Balancing and control, Pressurisation, and Water Quality, providing insights that improve system performance and efficiency.
Among IMI’s CPD offerings are courses on:
- Principles of Pressure Maintenance: This course explores the impact of pressurisation on HVAC performance, focusing on dynamic pressurisation (Spill & Fill) and best practices for commissioning.
- Expansion Vessel Sizing: Learn to apply CIBSE standards for accurate expansion vessel sizing in HVAC systems.
- Minimum Controllable Power in Variable Flow Systems: This course discusses maintaining room temperature stability by understanding the differences between various types of control valves.
Additionally, IMI has introduced a series of mini CPDs that offer targeted, practical training on topics like TA-Modulator and TA-Slider, DP Controllers, and Minimum Flow. These mini-CPDs are ideal for on-site learning and provide concise solutions for common HVAC challenges.
IMI Hydronic Solutions Available at Smith Brothers (SBS)
As a leading distributor, Smith Brothers (SBS) offers a full range of IMI products, including advanced balancing valves, pressurisation units and water quality management systems. SBS provides HVAC professionals easy access to IMI’s high-performance solutions, ensuring top-tier support and resources throughout project lifecycles.
Achieve Optimal Hydronic Performance with IMI Climate Control
Whether you’re managing a commercial space, data centre, or healthcare facility, IMI TA’s comprehensive hydronic solutions empower you to create a cost-efficient and balanced indoor climate. By partnering with IMI, you gain access to industry-leading products, expert guidance, and ongoing support to meet the demands of modern HVAC systems. Explore IMI’s offerings through SBS and discover the difference that innovative, sustainable hydronic solutions can make to your project.
IMI Climate Control available from Smith Brothers
Speak to your local SBS branch to learn more about our IMI product range, which you can also view online at www.sbsonline.net/imi-hydronic.
