Aluminum radiators Global: specifications, overview of models

In the 21st century, aluminum radiators have gained popularity in Russia: both developers and apartment owners install them, they change old cast-iron radiators for them. European appliances are considered one of the highest quality aluminum batteries, the most famous of them are Global radiators.

Global batteries have been manufactured in Italy since 1971. For half a century, the company has grown from a small workshop with manual assembly to a large plant, where the process of manufacturing devices is fully automated.

The brand came to Russia in 1994. Today, Global products are also sold throughout Europe, the CIS and other countries.

Advantages of Global aluminum radiators

A feature of Global batteries is in the production process:

1. It is automated, which means that the human factor and the percentage of defects tend to zero.

1. For the manufacture of radiators, a special aluminum alloy EN AB.44100 is used, which consists of 80% pure aluminium. The composition of the metal and the strict observance of the proportions of the alloy are important, since the strength of the final product depends on it. Before putting a new alloy into operation, the plant’s specialists repeatedly check the chemical composition to ensure its quality.
2. Global radiators are made by injection molding, so they are highly durable, resistant to pressure drops in the heating system and water hammer.
3. Global aluminum batteries are designed to achieve maximum heat dissipation. On the one hand, the side lamellas of the sections increase the usable area of ​​the device, due to which it generates more heat. On the other hand, the upper ends of the sections are designed in such a way that warm air is distributed simultaneously vertically upwards to block the cold from the window, and at an angle to the center of the room for even heating.
4. The process of painting radiators is also different from many other industries. Only preparation for painting takes place in 4 stages, during which the device goes through several stages of surface treatment so that the paint lays down well and for a long time. The painting process itself takes place in two stages. First, the anaphoresis method is used: the radiator is immersed in a bath of paint. After the spray method, a second coat of paint is applied. So the device is evenly and qualitatively stained, thereby reducing the likelihood of rust formation.
5. During the production process, each batch of radiators undergoes a multi-stage check to exclude defects.

Thus, high-quality aluminum radiators come off the assembly line.

The process of production of Global radiators at a factory in Italy

Comparison with Chinese radiators

On the Russian market, there are many heating appliances made in China, which are very cheap, and the consumer naturally has a question: what is the difference and does it make sense to buy European appliances? The answer lies in quality.

First, it is important to pay attention to the heat transfer of the device. Often, when comparing technical characteristics, it turns out that the performance of a cheap Chinese radiator is much lower than a high-quality European one. For example, for a device from China, the heat output of one section can be 150 W, and sometimes 110-120 W, and for Global aluminum radiators – 195 W. Due to the low heat output, consumers who choose Chinese batteries will have to buy more sections to warm up the room. As a result, the savings come to naught.

Secondly, even if you buy a Chinese device with good heat dissipation, it is likely that it will not last long. In an attempt to save money, some manufacturers use low-quality raw materials, for example, instead of a special alloy, they buy recycled aluminum, which is made from waste in the form of old car wheels, aluminum cans and other garbage. Radiators made of such metal are not reliable and last no more than 7–8 years. Whereas the service life of high-quality devices is more than 10 years, and Global aluminum batteries have more than 20 years.

The advantages of Global radiators over Chinese radiators are recognized by experts and practicing installers.

Reliability

The quality of Global aluminum radiators is confirmed by numerous international and Russian certificates. In particular, the brand’s products have quality certificates from the Milan Polytechnic Institute, and have also been tested in special laboratories for compliance with Russian GOST 31311-2005 “Heating appliances. General technical conditions”.

The company is so confident in the quality of its products that it gives a guarantee for aluminum radiators for a period of 10 years. In addition, the devices are insured. This means that if a consumer comes across a defective battery, the insurance company will compensate him for the cost of the radiator itself and the amount of damage that it could cause, for example, the cost of repairs due to leakage.

Model range of aluminum radiators Global

All Global aluminum radiators are suitable for heating systems with a pH value of 6-8,5.

The most popular aluminum battery models on the Russian market are Global Vox and Global Iseo.

Global Vox

Classic brand aluminum radiator.

• Section depth: 95 mm.
• Weight of a section of a standard instrument with a center distance of 500 mm: 1,45 kg.
• Heat carrier temperature: up to 110 °C.
• Heat dissipation of a standard device with a center distance of 500 mm: up to 195 W.
• Working pressure: 16 atmospheres.
• Crimping pressure: 24 atmospheres.
• Bursting pressure: 48 atmospheres.
• Dimensions: from 350 mm to 800 mm (centre distance).

This model has a Global Vox Extra modification with a reduced section height.

Global Iseo

Another popular option for an aluminum battery.

• Section depth: 80 mm.
• Weight of a section of a standard instrument with a center distance of 500 mm: 1,31 kg.
• Heat carrier temperature: up to 110 °C.
• Heat dissipation of a standard device with a center distance of 500 mm: up to 184 W.
• Working pressure: 16 atmospheres.
• Crimping pressure: 24 atmospheres.
• Bursting pressure: 48 atmospheres.
• Dimensions: from 350 mm to 800 mm (centre distance).

In addition, there are other models in the brand line that differ in design, size and technical characteristics. For example, Global Mix and Global VIP radiators have a more strict, concise design, while Global Oscar also differs in size.

Global Mix

The model has one of the smallest sizes.

• Section depth: 95 mm.
• Weight of a section of a standard instrument with a center distance of 500 mm: 1,61 kg.
• Heat carrier temperature: up to 110 °C.
• Heat dissipation of a standard device with a center distance of 500 mm: up to 195 W.
• Working pressure: 16 atmospheres.
• Crimping pressure: 24 atmospheres.
• Bursting pressure: 48 atmospheres.
• Dimensions: from 300 mm to 800 mm (centre distance).

Global VIP

Differs in rectangular shapes.

• Section depth: 95 mm.
• Weight of a section of a standard instrument with a center distance of 500 mm: 1,62 kg.
• Heat carrier temperature: up to 110 °C.
• Heat dissipation of a standard device with a center distance of 500 mm: up to 195 W.
• Working pressure: 16 atmospheres.
• Crimping pressure: 24 atmospheres.
• Bursting pressure: 48 atmospheres.
• Dimensions: from 300 mm to 800 mm (centre distance).

Global Oscar

A range of tall aluminum radiators.

• Section depth: 95 mm.
• Weight of a section of a standard instrument with a center distance of 1000 mm: 2,05 kg.
• Heat carrier temperature: up to 110 °C.
• Heat dissipation of a standard device with a center distance of 500 mm: up to 300 W.
• Working pressure: 16 atmospheres.
• Crimping pressure: 24 atmospheres.
• Bursting pressure: 48 atmospheres.
• Dimensions: from 900 mm to 2000 mm (centre distance).

5 Pros of Global Aluminum Radiators

1. Good heat dissipation up to 195 W per section.
2. High working pressure up to 16 atmospheres.
3. Smart design for even heat distribution.
4. Service life up to 20 years.
5. 10 year warranty.