Solar Water Heating

The Filsol solar water heating system is centred around our unique flat plate collector which has been manufactured at our factory in South Wales since 1981. Based on a high efficiency stainless steel absorber plate, the Filsol collector is widely regarded as one of the most effective, reliable and long lasting solar collectors available.

A Name You Can Trust

Filsol's flat plate collectors have been installed in domestic, public sector and commercial buildings throughout the UK for over 27 years, with many of the early solar water heating installations still operating effectively today.

Filsol have been instrumental in the development of the solar energy industry in the UK for over two decades. The Filsol brand is especially well known in the public sector - particularly with local authorities and Housing Associations - where the brand has become synonymous with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Today thousands of Filsol systems are providing clean, 'green' solar heated water in both the public and private sectors across the UK.

Key Features

Stylish modular design with high energy conversion efficiency
Highly durable to provide long life expectancy in UK climate
Proven technology with over 25 years' successful use
Available in range of sizes to facilitate optimal system design
Available for 'on-roof', 'in-roof' and 'frame-mounted' installation
Tested to BS EN 12975. Accredited under the Low Carbon Buildings Programme

The SML system is supplied with all the components needed for a complete solar water heating system, including solar hot water cylinders, controllers, system connections and hydraulic accessories.

Performance

Based on independent evidence, Filsol collectors are proven to generate an average output of approximately 450kWh per m² of collector per year. A properly designed system can be expected to provide between 60% and 70% of a household's annual hot water requirement, and over 90% of the hot water requirement through the summer months.

Collector Warranty and Life Expectancy

The Filsol collector carries a full warranty for 10 years. The expected life of the collector is in excess of 25 years; this is based on installed collectors which have been in service for more than 25 years. The expected service life of the stainless steel absorber plate is a lifetime (70 years +).