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NEWS ofHERZ Valves UKPage 16EDITION 3/2003NEWSNewproducts …… availableat HERZ forHydraulicbalancing –the newsmall measuringcomputerhas beenadded to ourproductrange.Page 5Information in anew format …STRÖMAX-GMSTRÖMAX-GMF… offered by the new HERZ CDROM Product Range 2003. To beordered at www.herzarmaturen.comor by phone+43/(0)1/616 26 31–0 directly atHERZ Armaturen! Available fromNovember 2003! Page 2Editorial ....................Page 2Imprint ......................Page 2New at HERZ...............Page 2Report.......................Page 3Internationalprojects.................Pages 4–5Products &innovations...........Pages 5–11"STRÖMAX" datasummary sheet ......Pages 7–10People.....................Page 12Panorama ...........Pages 13–15HERZ Valves UK .........Page 16STRÖMAX-AWSTRÖMAX-TS-90-EDATA SUMMARY SHEET – An overview of the range ofHERZ circuit regulating and shutoff valves Pages 7–10

Report– warming fromHERZ with wood– HERZ Biomatic biomass heating units are theoptimum solutionFor its "Meeting House" project in Innsbruck,the diocese of Innsbruck (Austria/Tyrol)decided to install an environmentallyfriendly and fully automaticHERZ "biomatic" pellet fire unit with athermal performance of 300 kW. Installationwas carried out in autumn 2002.The new two-storey building, which alongwith an existing villa is also fitted with centralheating, is now supplied with environmentallyfriendly heat. The villa’s energysupply runs via a pipeline. The system isheated with wooden pellets, an environmentallyfriendly and clean fuel that providesa high thermal value. The HERZscrew-type extractor with mixing machineguarantees continuous transportation ofpellets from the storage to the heating system.The fuel storage can hold approximately30 tons and is filled from the outsideusing a pellet fuelling vehicle.Environmental protection usingCO 2 neutral heatingUsing a HERZ biomatic system preservesfossil fuels and reduces fossil CO 2 emissionsbecause biomass is CO 2 -neutral. FurthermoreHERZ fuel systems are the bestoption when using wood as an energy sourcein the most sensitive and effective way.This also safeguards jobs in Austria in thefields of fuel generation and the constructionof fuel heating systems.HERZ biomatic biomass fuel heating systemsfor pellets or chips are availablefrom 180 kW to 500 kW. These installationsare the "heart" of every central heatingand they are used by many importantcustomers for the supply of property heatand short-distance heat in congested areasas well as for micro networks, i. e. smallconurbations or urban districts.HERZ biomass heating systemsare characterized by:■ Compact modular design – small bringindimensions■ No ashes■ Quick adjustment■ Up-to-date fuel heating adjustment –adjustment of low pressure and lambda■ Automatic firing■ Suitable for fuel"pellets" or"chips"■ High efficiency■ Lowest emissions■ Automatic cleaningof heat exchangersand ash removal■ Easy handlingHERZ EnergietechnikGes. m. b. H., asubsidiary of theHERZ group, situatedin Sebersdorf inAustria/Styria, is responsiblefor the development,planning,production, installation,operation andservicing of large biomassheating systemsof up to 1,500 kW.They offer consultationfor selecting the appropriate systemand help their customers plan heatingrooms, fuel rooms and loading systemsand offer service during installation andoperation.HERZ biomatic fuel heating systems are available from 180 up to500 kW. They can be used for the supply of property heat andshort-distance heat in congested areas as well as for so-calledmicro networks.Contact HERZ Energietechnik direct forfurther information or brochures, atA-8272 Sebersdorf;Tel.: +43/(0)3333/2411–0; Fax: extension –66;Internet: www.herz-feuerung.comThe new "Meeting House" building in Innsbruck is heated using an environmentally friendlyHERZ biomass heating system. Another old building which is also used by the diocese issupplied from the same system using a pipeline.3/2003 3

ProjectsFrom nought to market leader in less than 10 yearsWhen the new Slovakian team, consisting of managing director, Vendelin Hozzank and threeemployees, established the HERZ subsidiary, Herz spol. s.r.o. in Bratislava in 1994, it was a rarityto find HERZ products on the market. In less than 10 years the team has grown to ten employeesand the company is now the market leader.The Komárno project – conversionto HERZ valves has led to energysavings of up to 30 % per year.BackgroundIn the mid-nineties a housing corporationin the southern Slovakian city of Komárnostarted a large campaign to renovate panelconstruction prefabricated houses whichare typical within Eastern Europe andwhich were built between 1965 and 1975.It was their aim to bring maximum improvementwith regard to the lack of modernroom temperature facilities at the lowestpossible cost.Firstly, different variants were tested, e. g.additional inside or outside insulation, replacementof windows and doors and renovationof the heating system. After calculatingthese options, they decided to use athermostatic control for the existing radiators(made of cast iron, steel or panels). Inaddition, each radiator was to be equippedwith an evaporation-heat counter. Thepipelines of the two-pipe system were leftunchanged, however, the heating sectionswere equipped with circuit regulating valvesfor hydraulic balancing.Energy saving with the help ofthermostatic controlIn spring 1995 the HERZ Slovakian subsidiary,HERZ s.r.o., based in Bratislava,was assigned to renovate the heating systemsof 92 properties with a total of approximately4,000 flats. HERZ thermostaticvalves, series 90, and HERZ thermostaticheads 7260 were installed in everyflat. To guarantee an exact water distribution,each property was equipped withHERZ STRÖMAX M circuit regulatingvalves.3-step renovationThe installation started in July 1995 andwas performed in three steps. To achievehydraulic balancing within the propertiesthe radiators were equipped in advancewith HERZ TS-90-V thermostatic valves,suitable for pre-setting and HERZ 1 7260 06thermostatic heads. The second step was toThe Slovakian HERZ team – pictured here at the CONECO fair in Bratislava in April 2003 – hasachieved great success by renovating old heating systems all over the country, and is proud tobe the Slovakian market leader (Pictured from left to right: Mr Mikusík, representative MiddleSlovakia; Mr Hozzank, managing director HERZ Bratislava; Mrs Chovanová, indoor servicing;Gerhard Glinzerer, managing director HERZ Armaturen; Mr Rabík, representative Eastern Slovakia).install HERZ 4002 differential pressureflow rate controllers in the risers. To guaranteeprecise water distribution, eachproperty was then equipped with HERZSTRÖMAX-M circuit regulating valves.The project in figures■ 43 flats per property■ 63 m 2 per flat■ € 95 non-recurring investmentper flat■ 2,249 kWh energy savingsper flat per year■ € 59 savings on heating costsper flat per yearThanks to the renovation measuresdescribed above, we have helped toreduce energy usage by 30 % per year.The residents who invested their ownmoney in the housing improvement willreceive good returns within just twoyears.The hydraulic balancing set up by HERZSTRÖMAX M guarantees that the individualflats are constantly supplied withenergy. Before the renovation the ownersof the flats were very dissatisfied as,The Slovak RepublicLanguage:Capital:Population:SlovakianBratislava,approximately 500,000inhabitants5.379 million inhabitants(May 2001)Area: 49.030 km 2Establishmentof the state: 1 st January 1993Government: Parliamentary democracyFacts worth knowing and peculiarities …The Slovak Republic borders on the CzechRepublic, Austria, Poland, Hungary andUkraine. Mountains, plains, gullies, lakes, karstlandscapes, forests and meadows characterisethe diverse landscape. Almost half of thecountry is bordered by the Carpathians. Thecountry is very small and the contrast betweenthe plains and the high mountains istherefore even more astounding.4 3/2003

Products and innovationsHydraulic balancing with HERZ STRÖMAX Mcircuit regulating valves provides constantenergy distribution within the renovatedbuildings.depending on the location, the flats wereeither supplied with too little energy (inwinter only 16 °C) or too much energy.Following the successful completion, another70,000 flats in Slovakia have been renovatedover the past few years. This representsan energy saving of approx. 4.12million euros (€) per year. Thanks to the157 million kW hours of energy saved, another25,000 flats can be supplied withoutadditional power generation systems havingto be provided.Thanks to HERZproducts such asTS-90-V thermostaticvalves, the"Komárno" projecthelped to achieve ayearly energy savingof up to 30 %.Further projects already started orin planningHERZ looks after projects similar to theKomárno project in Slovakia, e. g. in the citiesof Trnava, Skalica, Revúca, Pezinok, Malacky,Senec, Zvolen, Kosice and Bratislava. Similarrenovations are also being planned.As the comparable panel constructions andtwo-pipe systems can also be found in othereastern European countries, renovationprojects are also recommended for them.There are many advantages alongside minimaloutlay – energy saving and the associatedcost saving, improved modern appliancesand less harm to the environment.HERZ valves are used for roomcooling for the first timeThe brand new HERZ cold-water valvesare being used in Slovakia for the firsttime. For two large projects, constructionof the European Business Centre and thePlynaárenská business centre, more than1,000 HERZ Strömax TS-90-E (articlenumber 1 7217 31) valves will be installed.Both business centres are to befinished by the end of 2003. The HERZvalves are used as control valves for fancoils. The next article provides more informationabout this new HERZ productgroup.Cold water valves –new at HERZWith the new room cooling productgroup HERZ is entering into anotherimportant area of domestic application.1 7217 11Workforce efficiency decreases atincreased room temperaturesWith its range of room cooling products,HERZ is taking note of an importanttrend. Those who think that air conditioningis a pure luxury are in the minoritynowadays. On the contrary, numerous studieshave proven that workforce efficiencydecreases by up to 50 % when room temperaturesincrease (see power loss graph atthe top of page 6). In order to respond tothis phenomenon, new buildings locatedwithin our latitudes are increasingly beingequipped with air conditioning systemsand old buildings are being renovated.In earlier times an air conditioning systemwas not necessary due to the constructionof most buildings, which were not equippedwith large windows, the ceilings were higherand massive storage areas were createdthrough wide brickwork construction. Also,inside sources of heat were not prevalent,such as computers and electrical lighting.Various air conditioning optionsAir conditioning can be established usingextended surface coolers (floor and/orwall surfaces), cooling ceiling installations,ceiling splitting devices or wall fancoils. Floor and wall surfaces, splittingdevices and fan coils can be used forheating and cooling. There is a choice oftwo separate control and supply circuits(4 conductor method) or one supply circuitfor summer (= cooling) and one forwinter operation (= heating) – 2 conductormethod).3/2003 5

Products and innovationsThe new HERZ valve1 7217 31 has alreadybeen installed in coolingceilings for two bigprojects inSlovakia.Performance [%]POWER LOSSRoom temperature [°C]HERZ STRÖMAX 7217 TS-90-E(1 7217 21/31)■ DN 15 thermostatic regulating valve,with dezincification brass body, thermostaticupper part TS-90-E, with reduced resistanceand two measuring valves that aremounted next to the thermostatic inserts.HERZ valves for cold water are suitablefor the following applications:■ Ventilation and cooling systems■ Fan Coils■ Extended surface coolers and coolingceilingsFor ventilation and cooling systems,STRÖMAX 4217, 4115 and 4117, HERZdifferential pressure control 4007, as wellas the 3-way mixing and switching valves4037 with the actuating drives 7712 can beused. For further details about the variousproducts please refer to the current HERZproduct range, part 3.The HERZ product range now offers applicationfittings such as fan coils, extendedsurface coolers and cooling ceilings.HERZ STRÖMAX 7217 TS-98-V(1 7217 67)■ Thermostatic regulating valve DN 15,with dezincification brass body, continuouslyadjustable thermostatic upper partequipped with TS-98-V pre-setting and twomeasuring valves that are mounted next tothe thermostatic inserts.HERZ STRÖMAX 7217 TS-90(1 7217 11)■ DN 15 thermostatic regulating valve,with dezincification brass body, thermostaticupper part TS-90 and two measuringvalves that are mounted next to the thermostaticinserts.HERZ STRÖMAX 7217 TS-E(1 7217 01-03)This thermostatic regulating valve is particularlysuitable for applications in cooling ceilingswith large water quantities. The valvecan be ordered in sizes 15, 20 and 25, as ascrew-down model. The body is made of dezincificationbrass and two measuring valvesare mounted next to the thermostatic insert.Please find further information aboutSTRÖMAX cold-water valves in the datasummary sheet in this edition of HERZNEWS. The new HERZ product range,part 7, is in progress and will be sent to ourcustomers shortly.Model kvs DN ean Order number VKEThermostatic 3-way valvesHERZ 7762 and 7763(with or without bypass)The new HERZ thermostatic 3-way valvesare suitable for mounting in heating andcooling systems. They regulate the performancequantities of air heating or coolingsystems and heat exchangers.The HERZ valves, 7762 and 7763, for exampleare used for cooling ceilings. The fitting isbuilt into the reverse part where it controlsthe advance temperature depending upon thecondensation point of the room temperature.NEW HERZ STRÖMAXThese new HERZ products are used forapplication in fan coils, extended surfacecoolers and cooling ceilings.HERZ STRÖMAX 4216■ Control fittings with regulating valve formanual adjustment, body made of dezincificationbrass and two measuring valves,mounted next to the hand wheel.Thermostatic3-way valvefor mixing andswitching use,4.5 mm lift,M 30 x 1.5threaded connection,threeconnectionsand outsidethread with flatsealThermostatic3-way valvewith bypassfor mixing andswitching use,4.5 mm lift,M 30 x 1.5threaded connection,fourconnections,outside threadwith flat seal0,4 10 75020 5 1 7762 50 300,6 10 75040 3 1 7762 60 301,0 10 75070 0 1 7762 70 301,6 10 75080 9 1 7762 80 302,5 15 75030 4 1 7762 51 304,0 15 75050 2 1 7762 61 305,1 20 75060 1 1 7762 62 300,4 10 75090 8 1 7763 50 300,6 10 75110 3 1 7763 60 301,0 10 75140 0 1 7763 70 301,6 10 75150 9 1 7763 80 302,5 15 75100 4 1 7763 51 304,0 15 75120 2 1 7763 61 305,1 20 75130 1 1 7763 62 306 3/2003

Products and innovations – data summary sheetHERZ-STRÖMAXCircuit regulating and shutoff valves for heating, room cooling and drinking waterOverviewof therangeModel STRÖMAX-GMF STRÖMAX-AGF STRÖMAX-GM*/STRÖMAX-GR**The HERZ STRÖMAXproduct group iscontinuously beingcomplemented withnew models forfurther applications.Amongst the additionsare models withoutside threads,STRÖMAX GMF andAGF in flange version,the new HERZ coldwater valves (seepages 5 and 6) andshutoff and circuitregulating valves fordrinking water systems.To offer ourcustomers an overviewof the extensiverange, the followingpages can beobtained.Dimension (DN)Article number (AN)Connection (CN)Article number (AN)Connection (CN)Application (AP)Version (VS)Flow direction (FD)Pre-setting (PSET)DN 25 to DN 801 4218 43–48FlangeHydraulic line-up in heatingsystems and room coolingsystems.Circuit regulating valveWith measuring valves.The flow of the measuring valves isdetermined with the help of differentialpressure measurement.Option of mounting a drainingfitting.The pre-setting of the valves is carriedout by limiting the valve liftand by means of an inside spindle.The pre-setting is displayed on thehand wheel surface by means of amechanical digital meter.DN 25 to DN 801 4218 53–58FlangeShutoff of heating systems androom cooling systems.Shutoff fittingWithout measuring valves.Option of mounting a drainingfitting.1/2 to 3 / DN 15 to DN 801 4217 01–08; 61–68Rp (internal thread)1 4417 11–16; 61–66G (external thread)Hydraulic line-up in heatingsystems and room coolingsystems.Circuit regulating valve,screw-down model* With measuring valves.** Without measuring valves.The flow of the measuring valves isdetermined with the help of differentialpressure measurement.Option of mounting a drainingfitting.The pre-setting of the valves is carriedout by limiting the valve liftand by means of an inside spindle.The pre-setting is displayed on thehand wheel surface by means of amechanical digital meter.The table provides aproduct image andinformation about■ dimension■ article number■ connection■ application and■ model.Valve spindle (VSp)The non-rising main spindle andthe pre-setting spindle are permanentlysealed by means of a doubleO-ring and enable easy handling.The non-rising valve spindle ispermanently sealed by means of adouble O-ring and enables easyhandling.The non-rising main spindle andthe pre-setting spindle are permanentlysealed by means of a doubleO-ring and enable easy handling.In the event of furtherquestions, please askour HERZ fieldworkers or HERZ applicationengineerswho will be pleasedto advise you.Adjusting seal (AS)A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.3/2003 7

Products and innovations – data summary sheetModelSTRÖMAX-TS-98-V STRÖMAX-MS STRÖMAX-M*/STRÖMAX-R** STRÖMAX-D*/STRÖMAX-AD**DNANCNANCNAPVS1/2 / DN 151 7217 67G (external thread)Hydraulic line-up of cooling ceilingsystems and fan coils.Thermostatic valve,screw-down modelwith measuring valves.The flow of the measuring valves isdetermined with the help of a differentialpressure measurement.Without tap hole.1/2 and 3/4 / DN 15 and DN 201 4216 31–32Rp (internal thread)1 4216 21–22G (external thread)Hydraulic line-up of cooling ceilingsystems and fan coils.Thermostatic valve,screw-down modelwith measuring valves.The flow of the measuring valves isdetermined with the help of a differentialpressure measurement.Without tap hole.1/2 to 3 / DN 15 to DN 801 4117 51–58; 61–68Rp (internal thread)Hydraulic line-up in heatingsystems and room coolingsystems.Circuit regulating valve,inclined model* With measuring valves.** Without measuring valves.The flow of the measuring valves isdetermined with the help of a differentialpressure measurement.Option of mounting a drainingfitting is possible for both versions.1/2 to 3 / DN 15 to DN 801 4125 61–68; 71–78Rp (internal thread)1 4325 61–66; 71–76; 81; 91G (external thread)Shutoff of heating systems androom cooling systems.Shutoff set,inclined model.* Without tap hole.FDPSETThe valves’ pre-setting can beeffected continuously from theoutside. To facilitate the setting,you can use the HERZ-TS-98-V(1-6819-98) pre-setting key.The valve pre-setting is done bylimiting the valve lift. The presettingis displayed at the handwheel surface.The valve pre-setting is done bylimiting the valve lift and the presettingsleeve, which is situated atthe outside of the water room.** Option of mounting a drainingfitting.The safe discharge cone enables aflow in both directions.VSpThe spindle seal is a special sealingwasher, which guarantees a maximumlevel of maintenance-freeoperation and offers permanentsoft running of the valve. Tochange the upper part, use theHERZ Changefix tool, while the systemis under pressure.The rising valve spindle is permanentlysealed by means of a doubleO-ring and is guaranteed to beimpermeable and allow easyhandling.The rising valve spindle is permanentlysealed by means of anO-ring and is guaranteed to beimpermeable and allow easyhandling.The non-rising valve spindle ispermanently sealed by means of adouble O-ring and is guaranteed tobe impermeable and allow easyhandling.ASA permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.The seat seal is metallic andtherefore offers wear protection.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.3/2003 9

Products and innovations – data summary sheetModelSTRÖMAX*/STRÖMAX-A** STRÖMAX-MW STRÖMAX-AWD STRÖMAX-AWW1.332 W1.331DNANCNANCNAP3/8 to 3 / DN 10 to DN 801 4115 00–08; 11–18Rp (internal thread)Shutoff of heating systems androom cooling systems.1/2 to 2 / DN 15 to DN 502 4117 51–56Rp (internal thread)Hydraulic line-up of drinking watersystems in buildings.1/2 to 3 / DN 15 to DN 802 4125 71–78Rp (internal thread)2 4325 71–76; 91G (external thread)Shutoff of drinking water systemsin buildings.3/8 to 3 / DN 10 to DN 802 4115 00; 11–18Rp (internal thread)2 4315 11–16; 91G (external thread)Shutoff of drinking water systemsin buildings.VSShutoff fittings,inclined modelCircuit regulating valve,inclined modelWith measuring valves.Shutoff fittings,inclined model.Shutoff fittings,inclined model.* Without tap hole.The flow of the measuring valves isdetermined with the help of differentialpressure measurement.FDPSET** Option of mounting a drainingfitting.The safe discharge cone enables aflow in both directions.Option of mounting a drainingfitting.The valve pre-setting is done bymeans of valve lift and the pre-settingsleeve, which is situated at theoutside of the water room.Option of mounting a drainingfitting.Option of mounting a drainingfitting.VSpThe rising valve spindle is permanentlyand securely sealed by anelastic stuffing box.The rising valve spindle is permanentlysealed by means of anO-ring and is guaranteed to beimpermeable and offer easyhandling.The non-rising valve spindle ispermanently sealed by means ofan O-ring and is guaranteed to beimpermeable and offer easyhandling.The rising valve spindle is permanentlyand securely sealed by anelastic stuffing box.ASA permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.A permanently elastic soft seal forconstant temperatures is used as aseat seal.10 3/2003

Products and innovationsNew HERZ 1 8900 03 measuringcomputer for one-hand operationThis electronic device to measure differential pressure has an integratedpressure absorption device and helps to measure the static pressure,calculate the flow of circuit regulating valves with direct flow readingand display the differential pressure.The measuring range is 0–10 bar,the maximum pressure is 15 bar.To measure the static pressure a flexiblemeasuring tube simply has to bemounted. The device automatically measuresthe overpressure of the system in relationto the air pressure. To measure thedifferential pressure, use the attached measuringhoses. The red flexible tube is usedto measure the higher pressure and theblue one is used to measure the lower pressure.Saving of up to2,500 measuring valuesDepending upon the control fitting andvalve pre-setting, the flow is calculated anddisplayed. If the valve data is not saved,enter a kV value and calculate the flow.Up to 2,500 measuring values can be savedand a time interval of 1 to 24 hours entered.If making a long recording, the deviceautomatically switches to the energy savingmode.Delivery includesfull accessoriesThe HERZ measuring computer is packedin a box. The package includes 2 measuringhoses with R20-quick acting closure,filter hose adapters and a shoulder strap.It also contains an adapter for HERZ measuringvalves in the existing version, oneset of HERZ measuring valves 0284 (newversion), as well as software and an operationmanual on CD-ROM.In addition to the HERZ "Flow Plus" measuringcomputer (1 8903 00) HERZ nowoffers a new and smaller measuringcomputer for one-hand operation(1 8900 03).Perfectly coveredThe design cover for the HERZ 3000 is now available intwo white tints and chrome. Other colours can be suppliedupon request.The new cover with its attractive style isthe perfect integration of HERZ-3000bypass bodies and connection parts, whichcompletes the connection of design radiatorand thermostatic head. The powdercoated cover made of steel sheets can nowbe ordered in the standard versions ofpure white (RAL 9010), traffic white(RAL 9016) and chrome. All other sanitarycolours – suitable for the HERZ thermostaticseries DE LUXE or according toyour personal favourite design – are availableupon request.Easy mounting of the HERZ design cover.Simply mount the HERZ 3000 fitting usinga snap-on mounting.Perfectly covered and matching colours –thanks to the new HERZ design coverThe cover dimensions 100 (l) x 85 (h) x 30(d) mm are made of 1 mm steel sheet andare powder coated. To fasten the covers tothe HERZ-3000 system, use a snap-onmounting.The HERZ design cover (article number 0100) for HERZ 3000 completes the HERZ DE LUXE "coloured" product range.3/2003 11

PeopleDuring the first six months of 2003 the HERZ application engineers(department head Klaus-Dieter Fuhrmann at the far right, RenateAtzinger at the far left) looked after approximately 900 guests whotook part in on-site training programmes. We are expecting 1,500visitors by the end of the year.During a plant tour, Alfons Baar (centre of picture) demonstratesthe chill casting process.People with… the HERZ application engineers –your contact for any technical requestsThe HERZ application engineers are contact persons for allcustomers not only in Austria but all over the world.They arehappy to help you with any technical or product-type requests.Engineer, Klaus-Dieter Fuhrmann, managerof the department of applicationengineering, chartered engineer Renate Atzingerand Alfons Baar can provide youwith oral and written advice, co-ordinatethe distribution of technical documentsand if necessary, come to your site to helpyou with any technical questions concerningHERZ products.Intensive training – we areexpecting 1,500 guests in 2003One of the main tasks of the AWT departmentis to support customers during theirvisits to HERZ. Year by year the numberof the guests who are trained at HERZ’sown and newly established training centreincreases. In 2002, approximately 900 customers,partners and HERZ employeeswere trained in Vienna and the departmentof application engineering also providedplant tours. In 2003, we welcomed the samenumber of guests in only 6 months andby the end of the year we are expecting atotal of approximately 1,500 guests fromAustria and all over the world.Option of individualtraining programmesWe endeavour to offer all guests a tailormadetraining programme, dependent oninterests, market situations and durationof training. In so doing, our application engineersoffer an extensive training scheduleand our guests have the option of creatingtheir own individual programme. The focusof each visit is a plant tour in Viennaand the possibility of putting theory intopractice. By request it is also possible to visitthe second HERZ plant in Sebersdorf,Styria where HERZ fuel engineering productsare manufactured.HERZ trainingprogramme 2003On page 14 is an overview of the varioustechnical topics that are offered to HERZguests in the field of application engineering.If you have not found the topic thatinterests you, just send us your individualtraining request and we will be happy tohelp you.Further duties of HERZ applicationengineers are:■ Support for the calculation of heatingsystems, distribution of IT programsto calculate pipe net and heating loador the appropriate records for HERZvalves.■ Information about technical applicationoptions for HERZ products.■ Visiting building sites to find solutionsin co-operation with HERZ fieldworkers.■ Rental of measuring computers.Additionally, the department of applicationengineering develops technical documentationand provides help and technicaladvice during exhibitions.Training at HERZ –just ask usAre you interested? For furtherinformation about HERZ trainingprogrammes, please ask your localHERZ representative.12 3/2003

PanoramaHERZ training programme 2003TopicDurationAdjustment of roomtemperature and heating 4 hoursContent: Room temperature controllers, drivesand probes, thermostatic heads and valves,heating control, 3-way valves and motorsHydraulic, hydraulic balancing 4 hoursContent: Circuit regulating valves, differentialpressure controllers, flow rate controllers,overflow valves, measuring computersRadiator connection2 hoursContent: Thermostatic and return valves,thermostatic series De Luxe, connection systems,three and four-way valves, radiatorcontrol valves AS/GP, Changefix changingtool, distributors for radiator connectionSystem information2 hoursContent: Two and one-pipe systems, newinstallations, reconstruction/renovationReconstruction and back-setting 2 hoursContent: HERZ energy saving, report on theresults of the "Komárno/SK" project, energysaving by thermostat controlFloor heating systems2 hoursContent: Distributors for floor heating systems,heating circuit control, floor heatingcontrol, return temperature controlSkirting boardsContent: Skirting board system1 hoursConnection system2 hoursContent: "Pipe fix" press fitting system,compression units, pipe fittings, MKW pipesSanitary1 hoursContent: Sanitary distributor, shutoff andregulating valves for drinking water, limitationof circulating temperature, installation ofcirculation pipingDr. Gerhard Glinzerer, managing director ofHERZ, and headmistress and member ofparliament, Gulchohra Mamedova cut theribbon in front of the entrance of the newlaboratory of the university for constructionand architecture in Baku, which wassponsored by HERZ.HERZ AzerbaijanAustrian technical expertise is very popular in Azerbaijan –the student laboratory in Baku is equipped with HERZ productsOn 5 th June 2003 at a solemn ceremonywhich was broadcast in the state news,HERZ managing director, Gerhard Glinzerer,handed over a laboratory fully equippedwith HERZ products to the professorsand students of the university for constructionand architecture in Baku, Azerbaijan.An Azerbaijani tradition requiresthe planting of a tree for all major events –and this was duly observed.Cooling2 hoursContent: Thermostatic mix and switchingvalves, cooling ceiling and fan coil fittingsSoftware5 hoursContent: CH 3000 programme training(calculation programme for heating installationwith HERZ valves)Fuel engineeringContent: Biomass heating units*3 hoursPower engineering3 hoursContent: Storage systems, solar collectors** training takes place at the HERZ location in Sebersdorf,Styria/AustriaRecommended duration of training:maximum 5 hours per day.3/2003 13

PanoramaThe official guesthouse of the Republic of Kazakhstan will beequipped with HERZ products.HERZ KazakhstanKazakhstan cosmonaut put his trust in HERZ fittings in his home.During the Astana building fair, whichtook place in Kazakhstan from May21 st to 23 rd 2003, the HERZ representativeshad the honour of welcoming an importantguest. The first Kazakhstan cosmonaut,Tokhtar Aubakitov, (centre of picture)visited the HERZ exhibition stand. Hewas personally welcomed by Gerhard Glinzerer(left in the picture), HERZ managingdirector and Djomard Raimdjanov, managingdirector of the partner company UL-Al, who provided information about productsand innovations. Talking about hisprivate heating, this man who was awardedTokhtar Aubakitov is well known in all the countries of the formerSoviet Union. He is as renowned as Yuri Gagarin who is known toeverybody. In May 2003, the "Hero of the Kazakhstan republic"was a guest at the HERZ exhibition stand.the highest of state honours puts his trustin Austrian expertise and has equipped hishome with HERZ valves."Warmth delivered by HERZ" forthe guests of the republicDuring their visits to Kazakhstan, importantguests from all over the world willsoon enjoy the "Warmth of HERZ". Theofficial guesthouse of the Republic ofKazakhstan, which is still at the planningstage, will be equipped with HERZ heatingproducts.Music from the heart… the "Plumber-Polka" ("Installateur Polka"), opus 2by the Reutterer/Müller composer duo, was createdin 1998. HERZ Armaturen dedicated this work of art,composed in the style of 19 th century Vienna music,to its customers and friends and "immortalized" thepiece on a CD, recorded by the Vienna Violin Quartet.In June 2003 the Russian version was performed forthe first time."While the "Fittings Waltz"flows in an industrial waltzrhythm, the "Plumbers’Polka" is a cheerfulcounterpoint with symbolicmeaning. HERZ Armaturenhas dedicated this polka toall plumbers and heatingengineers", wrote thefamous musical criticDr. Wilhelm Sinkovicz.René Reutterer and Werner Müller are twoViennese composers whose works upholdthe tradition of the Vienna waltz. They createdthe "Vienna Waltz Workshop" (for moreinformation go to http://welcome.to/waltz)to continue the Vienna musical traditiontaking into account contemporary elements.The "Fittings Waltz" ("Armaturen Walzer")is the first work of Reutterer/Mül-14 3/2003

Panoramaler, with which they thank HERZ for its long and sound co-operation.On the occasion of the 150 th anniversary of Johann Strauß’(senior) death, the work was presented during the first concert forHERZ customers in the museum of natural history in Vienna on25 th September 2003.HERZ Armaturen then commissioned a piece of work which wasdedicated to all customers and partners of HERZ. This is how the"Plumbers’ Polka" evolved, the musical topic of which picks up onthe plumber’s work.Immortalized on the "Vienna installations II" CDThe CD was produced as a gift to HERZ customers and friends andcontains a short history of the Vienna music scene. It starts chronologicallywith the first work of Joseph Lanner, reminiscent of Schubert’s"New Vienna Country Dance" and leads into various stages of developmentfrom the Vienna waltz to the evolution of a new generation("First thoughts" of August Lanner) and the complete assumption ofthe paternal heritage (Johann Strauß junior and Josef and EduardStrauß). The two works of the Reutterer/Müller duo have broughtthis tradition up to the present day (Lyrics Sinkovicz).The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra plays for HERZThe CD was recorded by the Vienna Violin Quartet (Wiener GeigenQuartett) in the abbey church of Sacre Coeur in Pressbaum. Thefour musicians, Günter Seifert – violin, Eckhard Seifert – violin andviola, Milan Šetena – violin – all members of the Vienna PhilharmonicOrchestra – and Josef Pitzek – double bass, member of the RadioSymphonic Orchestra, devoted themselves to the works of JosephLanner and Johann Strauß senior. To give their music a free and easystyle, the quartet is standing during the performance – a practicethat is unfortunately not very common nowadays.The "Plumbers’ Polka" in Russian – a surprise for HERZHERZ music is already well known outside Austria. During a studentaward celebration in June 2003 – one of the HERZ sponsoring andsupport missions at the university for construction and architecturein Dnipropetrovsk (Ukraine), Gerhard Glinzerer, HERZ managingdirector, received a surprise. Roman Gomasenko, doctoral candidateof the construction academy in Dnipropetrovsk, turned out to be atalented lyrics writer and singer and presented his own Russian versionof the "Plumbers’ Polka".Russian version of the "Plumbers’ Polka"René Reutterer and Werner Müller (from left to right) were askedby HERZ Armaturen to compose the "Plumbers’ Polka".Dr. Gerhard Glinzerer, managing director of HERZ, Mag. OksanaPolianskaja, HERZ export manager for Eastern Europe and Prof.Leontij Tschesanov, construction academy Dnipropetrovsk, wereamazed to hear the Russian version of the "Plumbers’ Polka",created by Roman Gomansenko.3/2003 15

HERZ Valves UKThe pictures show most of the HERZ UK staff with the friendly ladies in the sales office and your local representatives on the road.Sheena Blount, Jacqueline Paxton, Dawn Hiley, Leeanne Hickmott(from left to right).Mike Wells, Shaun Cronin, Mark Goodson, Ian Jenkins, Rae Millsand Graham Snazelle (from left to right).Change ofHEARTChange of name for HERZ UK Subsidiarymakes life easier to locate HERZ productswithin the UKBased in Surrey Ellis Miller Ltd has been selling the productsof HERZ for over 35 years and has been a wholly ownedsubsidiary of HERZ Armaturen for the past 10 years but as of1 st August 2003 the company name has changed to HERZValves UK Ltd.During that period we have enjoyed substantial year on yeargrowth and we feel that now is the time to increase our profile inthe UK and within our industry and changing the name will helpto promote the strong brand name of HERZ.As a result of our growth we have ramped up supplies of valvesfor heating and balancing system applications. We are one of onlya few specialist valve manufacturers to supply directly to thetrade and promise a two-day delivery time from stock. We havestepped up our operations in the UK to meet growing demand forour products and at any given time hold nearly £ 250,000 worthof stock at our Surrey warehouse.We believe we will continue to grow as long as we maintain closecontacts with our customers. Therefore we have our owndedicated sales team, which currently numbers 7, however we arelooking to increase by another 2 or 3 sales representatives overthe next year.By listening to our customers we have developed and expandedour product portfolio and with help from the team in Vienna wenow also have products dedicated to the UK market. "This is avery exciting time for everyone associated with HERZ in the UK",said managing director Shaun Cronin. "Although we have beenpart of the group for nearly a decade now, renaming the companysymbolises the seriousness with which HERZ views our growth inthe UK market."16 3/2003HERZ-Thermostatic HeadsHERZ-ThermostatsDE LUXEHERZ-Metering StationsHERZ-Heating Controland Hydraulic BalancingHERZ-DistributorsFor more information contact:HERZ Valves UKMarket House • St. Judes RoadEnglefield Green • Surrey • TW20 OBUTelephone Egham: (01784) 435302Fax: (01784) 471846E-mail: sales@herzvalves.comHERZ-Thermostatic ValvesHERZ-RadiatorControl ValvesHERZ-Bi-DirectionalHERZ-Circuit Regulatingand Shutoff ValvesHERZ-Press Fittingsand Screw Connections