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 Contents 1. The mega-trend – Multivalent heating
systems
Topic Page

The trend toward increasingly efficient hot- and cold-wa-

1. The mega-trend – Multivalent heating systems 3
ter systems is leading to numerous innovations in building
technology. One such innovation is the idea of integrating
2. Sinus MultiFlow Domestic – Solution for small systems up to 3m³/h 4
plant systems with different temperature levels into an
2.1. Operating states 5
overall system.
2.2. Connection options 6
2.3. From the diagram to the finished system 7
This can be done using two different specifications. The
most common is the creation of a bivalent system. A
3. Sinus HydroFixx – Manifold with integrated hydraulic separator 9
bivalent system is a system that is operated using two
3.1. Operating states 10
different energy sources on the primary side. Bivalent op-
3.2. Connection options 11
eration can be configured so that only one energy source
3.3. From the diagram to the finished system 12
is used at any one time, or so that both energy sources
are used in parallel simultaneously. A typical example of a
4. Sinus MultiFlow Expert – Solution for all large systems up to 400m³/h 13
bivalent system is the combination of a solar thermal sys-
4.1. Operating states 14 Similar to the secondary side, here, several devices are
tem with a heating boiler. If more than two energy sources
4.2. Connection options 15 connected in parallel on the primary side. This arrange-
are used, then this is referred to as a multivalent system.
4.3. From the diagram to the finished system 16 ment is well known from the cascade connection of
An example of a multivalent system is a heating network
heating boilers.
supplied by a combination of a solar thermal energy plant,
5. Sinus MultiFlow Center – Special solution 17
a combined heat and power unit and a peak load heating
5.1. Operating states 19 Another reason for creating a bivalent or multivalent sys-
boiler.
5.2. Connection options 20 tem is if you want to design a system that optimises the
5.3. From the diagram to the finished system 22 energetic performance of a heating or cooling system on
The advantages offered by such systems are obvious. At
the secondary side. In this way, energy that would other-
any given time, the media that is available at the cheapest
wise be lost can be used on the primary and secondary
cost can be used. For example, on a clear summer’s day,
side. For example, the system can be configured in such
the solar thermal system could be used.
a way that an operating medium can first flow through
an upper section and then subsequently be re-used for
However, multivalent systems can also consist of multiple
one or more lower sections. Here, differences in water
energy generators of the same kind.
Operating states Connection options From the diagram to the finished system quantities between the upper and lower sections are
balanced via a separator. This is a highly interesting con-
cept for condensing boiler systems that supply high- and
low-temperature areas, for example. The example below
shows a building that is equipped with both radiators and
underfloor heating.
Warm water
Sinus has the solutions:

•• Sinus MultiFlow Domestic – Solution for small systems

up to 3m³/h
•• Sinus HydroFixx – Manifold with integrated hydraulic
separator
•• Sinus MultiFlow Expert – Solution for all large systems
Cold water up to 400m³/h
•• Sinus MultiFlow Center – Special solution

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2. Sinus MultiFlow Domestic – Solution for small
systems up to 3m³/h Verteiler
Intended for use in smaller multivalent heating systems,
the design of the Sinus MultiFlow Domestic features
reliable technology that impresses users with its efficient
performance. The heating circuits with various tempera-
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ture levels are arranged on the manifold so that the flow
with the higher temperature is positioned directly above
the boiler infeed.
The heating circuit with the lower temperature level is
arranged in series behind the HT (high temperature)
heating circuit. The return temperature of the HT circuit
serves as the flow temperature for the LT (low temper-
ature) circuit. The clear separation of volume flow and
temperatures is achieved through the special internal ar-
chitecture. This architecture ensures that volume is only
ever exchanged between two neighbouring temperature
zones at any time, depending on the operating state.
Hydraulic balancing is achieved via the separator, or,
depending on the operating state, via the guide tube con-
nected to the hydraulic separator (via flow connections
or return connections). In addition, the water storage of
the boiler is increased via the integrated hydraulic sep-
arator, in order to prevent pulsing in the event of satura-
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tion of the system.
Am Puls der Zeit – intelligente Technik für höchs-
te Energieeffizienz Die Besonderheit der Vertei-
ler-Weichenkombination ist die Unterteilung in drei
Temperaturzonen, kombiniert mit integrierter Hy-
draulischer Weiche zur Vermeidung gegenseitiger
Beeinflussung. Die Verbindung von Hoch- und Nie-
dertemperatur-Kreis sorgt bei Normalbetrieb für die
gewünschte minimale Rücklauftemperatur, die den
Brennwertkessel im Kondensationsbereich betreibt.
Das Ergebnis: Hohe Wirkungsgrade werden erreicht,
denn die im Heizwasser enthaltene Wärmemenge
kann bestmöglich genutzt werden.
Ihre Vorteile auf einen Blick:
� Effizienzsteigerung Ihrer Heizanlagen
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� Optimale Hydraulik in allen Betriebszuständen
� Hervorragende Brennwerttechnikausnutzung,
Sinus MultiFlow Domestic
2.1. Operating states
VP = VS The volume flow through the heat generator
(V primary) is the same as the volume flow
through the heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Same amount of heat from generator circuit and
consumer circuit
•• Steady flow through the manifold
•• Return of the HT circuit used as flow for the LT
circuit
Sinus HydroFixx
•• Balancing via the separator is not required
The volume flow through the heat generator (V
VP > VS primary) is greater than the volume flow through the
heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Heat supply is greater than heat consumption
•• Warm flow water is added to the primary return via the
integrated hydraulic separator.
•• However, due to the construction, only an amount of
water equal to the difference in water quantities is
Heating
boiler added.
Sinus MultiFlow Expert
•• No hydraulic influence on the LT circuit or the HT circuit
The volume flow through the heat generator (V
VP < VS primary) is less than the volume flow through the
heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Heat consumption is greater than heat supply
Wartungsbox
The manifold featuring two heating circuits is designed in
•• Cooler return-flow water is added to the secondary flow
via the integrated hydraulic separator.
a way that means it can be used with conventional pump
Optionale •• However, due to the construction, only an amount of
groups. Additional heating circuits and water heating water equal to the difference in water quantities is
equipment can Magnetitabscheidung
be combined easily. The required flow tem-
added.
Sinus MultiFlow Center
perature is detected by the bushings located directly next
•• No hydraulic influence on the LT circuit or
to the boiler infeed. the HT circuit
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2.2. Connection options 2.3. From the diagram to the finished system

high temperature zone

low temperature zone
Underfloor
Underfloor Underfloor
Underfloor
heating
heating heating
heating
HC
HC HC
HC

Underfloor Radiator
heating
living area

Sinus HydroFixx
Condensing
boiler

Diaphragm
expansion
vessel

Flow

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Return Flow
Diaphragm
expansion
vessel

Condensing boiler with a radiator circuit and an Condensing boiler with a radiator circuit and an underfloor
underfloor heating circuit, flow for pump groups heating circuit, flow for pump groups connected on the right.
connected on the left. 15 kW condensing boiler system with combination drinking water storage tank with support
for solar process water, a radiator circuit and an underfloor heating circuit.

Sinus MultiFlow Center

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3. Sinus HydroFixx – Manifold with integrated
hydraulic separator
Sinus HydroFixx, the manifold with an integrated
hydraulic separator, has a compact design
perfectly adapted for the restricted space available in
modern central heating units. This manifold performs
hydraulic decoupling and ensures optimum hydraulic con-
ditions in the entire heating system. In addition, efficient
utilisation of the individual temperatures can be achieved
by arranging various heat sources and heat consumers
accordingly. The Sinus HydroFixx technology ensures that

Sinus HydroFixx
the entire system functions properly up to a flow rate of
90 m³/h.

Bore hole on the

return through to
separator chamber

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Manifold
return chamber
Manifold
flow chamber

Fixx Hydraulic separator

novation

Sinus MultiFlow Center

Sinus MultiFlow Domestic – Significant increase in efficiency thanks to optimal utilisation of residual heat in residential buildings.

German Business Innovation Award

World’s first innovation prize

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3.1. Operating states 3.2. Connection options
Underfloor Underfloor
VP = VS Feed Feed Static heating 1 Static heating 2 heating 1 heating 2
The volume flow through the heat generator (condensing boiler) (solar energy plant) (60°/40°) (60°/40°) (45°/35°) (45°/35°)
(60°/40°) (60°/40°)
(V primary) is the same as the volume flow
through the heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Same amount of heat from generator circuit and
consumer circuit
•• Even flow through the manifold

•• Balancing via the separator is not required

Sinus HydroFixx
The volume flow through the heat generator Sinus Hydrofixx
Solar energy plant
VP > VS (V primary) is greater than the volume flow through
the heat consumer (V secondary)
Condensing
•• Heat supply is greater than heat consumption boiler

Condensing boiler combined with a solar energy plant on the primary

•• Warm flow water is added to the primary return via the side, heating circuits with different temperature levels (static heating,
integrated hydraulic separator. underfloor heating) on the secondary side
•• However, due to the construction, only an amount of
water equal to the difference in water quantities is
added.

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

•• Primary circuit does not have any hydraulic influence on Feed

the secondary circuit Feed

(solar power plant)
(65°/40°)
Feed Static heating 1 Static heating 2
Underfloor
heating 1
Underfloor
heating 2
(condensing boiler) (heat pump) (55°/35°) (55°/35°) (45°/35°) (45°/35°)
(65°/40°) (45°/35°)

The volume flow through the heat generator

VP < VS
(V primary) is less than the volume flow through the
heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Heat consumption is greater than heat supply

•• Cooler return-flow water is added to the secondary flow

via the integrated hydraulic separator. Sinus Hydrofixx
Solar energy plant
•• However, due to the construction, only an amount of

Sinus MultiFlow Center

water equal to the difference in water quantities is
Heat pump Condensing
added. boiler

Combination of condensing boiler, heat pump and solar energy plant

•• Primary circuit does not have any hydraulic influence on on the primary side, heating circuits with different temperature levels
the secondary circuit (static heating, underfloor heating) on the secondary side

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4. Sinus MultiFlow Expert – Solution
3.3. From the diagram to the finished system for all large systems up to 400m³/h

Mechanical draught limiter/secondary air unit

Non-gas make-up / circuit water

Exhaust silencer 15db

1x safety pressure valve, 4 bar 1x safety pressure valve, 4 bar
1x safety pressure limiter SPL max. 1x safety pressure limiter SPL max.
1x Safety pressure limiter SPL min. 1x Safety pressure limiter SPL min.
1x Safety temperature limiter STL 1x Safety temperature limiter STL

Potable water

Flow

Sinus HydroFixx
Return flow
Hydraulic separator

2 x 200 kW condensing boiler Sinus HydroFixx 200/200

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

The Sinus MultiFlow Expert is a system hydraulics solution
designed especially for large systems. Developed for use
in multivalent heating systems, the Sinus MultiFlow Expert
combines a wide range of beneficial characteristics. It is
a hydraulic separator, manifold and tank all in one. The
modular construction provides a solution that meets both
technical and structural requirements. Tried-and-tested
Sinus compact manifolds enable frictionless transport of
the medium in the high-, medium- and low-temperature
range. The clear separation of volume flow and tempera-
tures is achieved through the patented internal structure.
ture zones at any time, depending on the operating state.
Furthermore, the efficiency of the system as a whole is
significantly increased through the utilisation of residual
heat energy.
As is clearly shown in the example above, advanced tech-
nology does not need to be associated with complicated
pipework and assembly. As with all other Sinusverteiler
products, the Sinus MultiFlow Expert is easy to install and
comes with a reproducible, tidy installation schematic!

Sinus MultiFlow Center

This structure ensures that temperature and volume are
only ever exchanged between two neighbouring tempera-

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4.1. Operating states 4.2. Connection options
VP = VS Fussboden
Underfloor

Boiler volume flow (V primary) is the same as the heating Static heating IS Static heating II Ventilation

consumer circuit volume flow (V secondary)

Two condensing boilers
•• Same amount of heat from the primary circuit and the on the primary side and
secondary circuit heating circuits with
•• Even stratification inside the Sinus MultiFlow Expert different temperature
levels (underfloor
•• Same temperature conditions in primary and secondary heating, static heating,
circuits ventilation) on the
secondary side
•• No/negligible transfer via the Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Sinus HydroFixx
•• Optimal stratification inside the Sinus MultiFlow Expert Boiler 1 Boiler 2
through patented Sinus diffuser tubes
Heat pump Condensing boiler Solar power plant
(45˚/30˚) (60˚/35˚) (65˚/35˚)
Static Static Fussboden
Underfloor Ventilation
heating 1 heating 1 heating
(60˚/40˚) (60˚/40˚) (45˚/35˚) (65˚/45˚)

Heat pump Condensing boiler Solar power plant

(45˚/30˚) (60˚/35˚) (65˚/35˚)
VP > VS Static Static Fussboden
Underfloor Ventilation
heating 1 heating 1 heating
Boiler volume flow (V primary) is greater than the (60˚/40˚) (60˚/40˚) (45˚/35˚) (65˚/45˚)

consumer circuit volume flow (V secondary)

•• Higher heating requirements/volume flow on the
primary side
•• Warm flow water is added to the primary return via the

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Sinus MultiFlow Expert. Condensing Heat pump
boiler
•• Optimal stratification inside the Sinus MultiFlow Expert
through patented Sinus diffuser tubes

Condensing Heat pump

Combination of condensing boiler - boiler

and heat pump on the primary side

and heating circuits with
different temperature levels (underfloor heating, static heating and ventilation) on the secondary side
-
VP < VS Boiler volume flow (V primary) is less than the
consumer circuit volume flow (V secondary)
•• Higher heating requirements/volume flow on the Static heating 1 Static heating 2 Ventilation
(60˚/40˚) (60˚/40˚) (60˚/40˚)
secondary side
Underfloor Underfloor
•• Cooler return-flow water is added to the secondary flow heating 1 heating 1

Sinus MultiFlow Center

(40˚/30˚) (40˚/30˚)
via the MultiFlow Expert. Boiler
flow 65˚
Static heating 1 Static heating 2 Ventilation Condensing boiler on the primary side and
•• Optimal stratification inside the Sinus MultiFlow Expert (60˚/40˚) (60˚/40˚) (60˚/40˚)
heating circuits with different temperature
through patented Sinus diffuser tubes Underfloor Underfloor
levels (underfloor heating, static heating,
heating 1 heating 1

Boiler
(40˚/30˚) (40˚/30˚) ventilation) on the secondary side
flow 65˚
Condensing
boiler
Boiler return
flow 30˚

Condensing
boiler
Boiler return
flow 30˚

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5. Sinus MultiFlow Center – Special solution
4.3. From the diagram to the finished system The distribution and collection centre is another prod-
Sinus MultiFlow Center with flanged nozzles
uct from the range of solutions for multivalent heating
for 3 temperature zones
systems and cooling systems. This product also combines
the functions of a hydraulic separator and a manifold. In

Underfloor heating room

Underfloor heating pool

addition to the features offered by the other variants, the

Underfloor heating flat

Underfloor heating hall
Primary distribution and collection centre also offers the possi-
flow bility of increasing the system volume in order to utilise
Ventilation

residual energy or reduce cycle frequency, for example.

Sanitation

Radiator

Tank
Pool

Sinus HydroFixx
R

R
F

F
R
High-temperature area Low-temperature area
Primary
return
flow

1600 kW condensing boiler with two compact manifolds 300/200 and a Sinus MultiFlow Expert DN 350.

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Sinus MultiFlow Center
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The foundation of the distribution and collection centre
is a buffer tank. The storage capacity and height of the
buffer tank can be selected according to requirements.
There are options ranging from small-scale systems to
tanks with a diameter of 2400 mm and a buffer volume of
up to 25,000 litres.
The tank of the storage vessel is divided into different
zones, with each zone providing an independent tempera-
ture range. The require nozzles are installed on the outside
of the tank in accordance with the various temperature
zones. The nozzles can be oriented in any direction around
the tank depending on the required connection situation.
The temperature zones are separated using mixing and
stratifying sheets or, if required, using special fixtures.
The number of zones can be freely selected. As a result,
primary and secondary circuits can be positioned in the
temperature range that fits their requirements. Of course,
the size and pressure class of flanges should be selected
in accordance with requirements.
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5.1. Operating states
Sensor sleeves and service openings can also be freely
VP = VS
selected. During stratification of the medium, the differ- The volume flow through the heat generator
ence in the density of the fluid is utilised. Therefore, the (V primary) is the same as the volume flow
area with the highest temperatures is directed towards through the heat consumer (V secondary)
the upper dished boiler end and the area with the lowest •• Same amount of heat from generator circuit and
temperature is directed towards the lower dished boiler consumer circuit
end. •• Even stratification in the Sinus MultiFlow Center
•• Temperatures on the generator side and
Due to the pressure-resistant design, the MultiFlow Center consumer side are identical.
Sinus HydroFixx
can also be manufactured for use in the high-pressure
or high-temperature range on request. This can also be
approved on request by a technical expert in accordance
with the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU.
Sinus MultiFlow Center with welded ends
VP > VS The volume flow through the heat generator (V
for 4 temperature zones
primary) is greater than the volume flow through the
heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Heat supply is greater than heat consumption
•• Warm flow water is added to the primary return via the
Sinus MultiFlow Center.
Sinus MultiFlow Expert
•• However, due to the construction of the MultiFlow
Center, only an amount of water equal to the
difference in water quantities is added.
Otherwise, the stratification is kept intact.
VP < VS The volume flow through the heat generator (V
primary) is less than the volume flow through the
heat consumer (V secondary)
•• Heat consumption is greater than heat supply
•• Cooler return-flow water is added to the secondary flow
via the Sinus MultiFlow Center.
Sinus MultiFlow Center
•• However, due to the construction of the MultiFlow
Center, only an amount of water equal to the difference
in water quantities is added. Otherwise, the stratification
is kept intact.
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5.2. Connection options

Underfloor Ventilation Static Static

Underfloor Ventilation Static Static
heating heating II heating I
heating heating II heating I Primary side: condensing boiler Primary side: 2 x condensing
Secondary side: 2 x static heating boilers
units, 1 x ventilation unit, 1 x Secondary side: 2 x static heating
underfloor heating unit units, 1 x ventilation unit, 1 x
The returns of the static heating underfloor heating unit
Condensing
units serve as an additional feed boiler I The returns of the static heating
for the underfloor heating unit. units serve as an additional feed
for the underfloor heating unit.

Sinus HydroFixx
Condensing Condensing
boiler boiler II

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Fresh water station
Cooling Cooling
Static Underfloor Primary side: 1 x condensing circuit I circuit II
heating heating boiler, 1 x heat pump Primary side: 2 x cooling
Cooling
machines
Secondary side: 1 x static heating machine I
unit, 1 x fresh water station, 1 x Secondary side: 2 x cooling
underfloor heating unit circuits

The heat pump supplies the Here, the Sinus MultiFlow

middle temperature zone for the Center performs as a hydraulic
underfloor heating unit. separator, energy storage device
The return of the static heating and manifold all in one.
Condensing unit serves as an additional feed
boiler
for the underfloor heating unit.

Cooling
machine I

Sinus MultiFlow Center

Heat pump

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5.3. From the diagram to the finished system

Underfloor heating Underfloor

foyer/bathroom heating hall

Fresh air intake Exhaust air

Outgoing air Supply air

Upper floor

Sinus HydroFixx
mwater

mwater
mbrine

mbrine

mwater Hydraulic

Sinus MultiFlow Expert

separator warm
Hydraulic
separator cold

Frost
protection mbrine

Pressurisation station Manufacturer:

Reflex Type: Variomat 1

mbrine

Pressurisation station
Manufacturer: Reflex
Type: Variomat 1

Mass
Geothermal heat pump, geothermal reservoir 250 kW

Sinus MultiFlow Center

flow

Heating and cooling through ventilation, as well as underfloor heating and cooling
2 x Sinus MultiFlow Expert

Earth probes

Sinus MultiFlow Center – Significant increase in efficiency thanks to optimal utilisation of residual heat in plant engineering.

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