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Currently, we have received several inquiries regarding projects in Nagano Prefecture and are responding to them. Among these, there was a question that many people might wonder about: "In the case of Nozawa Onsen Village, it was stated that kerosene heating is recommended over electric heating. Could you please explain the reason for this again?" In the related links, we have provided our response to the above question. Please take a moment to read it. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Snow melting equipment

I tried operating the "standard snow melting controller" from North Vietnam's snow melting system. After turning on the power, it enters a standby state for operation ("automatic" and "stop") after a short while, monitoring for snowfall. The LED for the "sensor" blinks every time a snowflake passes in front of it. If the "sensor" blinks multiple times within the specified time, it detects a "continuous snowfall state," and the "snow melting operation" is turned ON, starting the operation of the "circulation pump" and "heat source equipment." This time, the snowfall was light, but I intentionally set the "sensitivity adjustment" knob to maximum to enter "operation mode" earlier. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Snow melting equipment

The electric snow melting mat "Soheater" is manufactured in Hokkaido by a traditional company that once supplied rubber products to the Yubari coal mine, and it is sold by Hokueki Yusetsu. With a powerful snow melting output of 300W per square meter, it has a sufficient lifespan of over 10 years even when left outdoors, and it is easy to use—simply plug it into an outdoor 100V outlet to melt the snow. The standard thickness mat for stairs and sidewalks is only 9mm thick, making it easy to store by stacking or rolling it up during the off-season. For vehicle passage areas, such as in front of garages, a custom-made 13mm thick version with reinforced materials and thickness is also available. If you are interested, please feel free to consult with us. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case where the installation of an after-the-fact snow melting system has resolved a long-standing issue. Mr. Y, who lives just 2-3 minutes away from our company, contacted us last summer with a consultation about making his hand-dug roof, which had been a source of trouble due to snow eaves, safer. Since it was a snow-covered roof, we melted the snow only on the dangerous outer perimeter using exposed stainless steel piping, and we were delighted to receive an email with photos from him expressing his happiness that it melted just as he had hoped. There is nothing more rewarding than being able to bring a customer's idea to life and seeing their joy. This marks the beginning of a long relationship. Please feel free to contact us if you need our services. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to reach out to us.*

• Snow melting equipment

When people start to worry about the snow on their roofs, some customers say things like, "It's a waste of fuel..." or "I still have confidence in my physical strength..." and despite having snow melting devices, they attempt to clear the snow themselves. Snow is something we have been familiar with since childhood, and we know our own homes better than anyone else, but I sincerely hope everyone will be very careful to avoid accidents. In the related links, we are sharing a warning email that was distributed to citizens by the city of Tokamachi. I hope you find it helpful. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Snow melting equipment

In North Vietnam's snowmelt, we have several users who run stores to ensure that customers who have had stoves installed can purchase pellet fuel nearby. This time, we visited the pellet retailer "Kamimori Shita" in Uonuma City for fuel delivery. We have been working with them since 2018, entering our fifth season. It seems that many people, including those who did not have their stoves installed by us, come to visit. This time, we have 160 bags, so we parked a 2-ton truck next to the warehouse behind the building, which serves as a storage facility, and pulled a cart for horizontal movement close to the storage area. The regular days off are Sunday and Monday, so please stop by on other days to make your purchase. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Stove

Our customers include those who are residing in facilities, families living far away who manage their family homes, and those using their homes as second houses, leading to an increasing number of homes that are often unoccupied each year. In snowy regions, "snow removal" is essential for managing a house. If the necessary conditions are met, it is possible to continue using snow melting devices even while living far away. For example, "1. Conduct an annual inspection of the snow melting device." "2. Have someone nearby to manage the house keys." "3. Rely on an oil delivery service for supply." (This is just one example.) Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to reach out to us.

• Snow melting equipment

In snowy regions, various facilities are in operation to maintain daily life even when it is snowing. For example, there is a "snow-melting pipe" that sprays groundwater onto the roads through nozzles to eliminate snow. Thanks to this facility, vehicle traffic can flow smoothly. When viewed with a thermal camera, it is clear that the water has heat. Compared to the outside temperature, the ground below is warm, so the groundwater, which holds that heat, is also warm. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

• Snow melting equipment

When it comes to snow management in snowy regions, many people think of "sprinkler snow melting," which uses groundwater to melt snow, or "snow melting pipes." However, our specialty is "non-sprinkler snow melting," which can be implemented even in areas where groundwater is difficult to obtain. In the past, the overwhelming majority of heat sources were boilers that burned kerosene or gas, but in the last decade, a new force has emerged: snow melting using "heat pumps" that generate hot water using electricity. Under good conditions, these systems can produce hot water with about four times the energy compared to the electricity consumed, resulting in lower environmental impact and energy savings. For those who would like to see a demonstration of the actual equipment, we have it operating daily in our parking lot on National Route 117, so please feel free to stop by. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.*

• Snow melting equipment

Many people use wood stoves for their beautiful flames and powerful heating capabilities. However, it seems that as time goes on, some people find the seasonal tasks of gathering and preparing firewood, which they once enjoyed in their youth, becoming increasingly burdensome. Air conditioners and electric heaters are far from providing the warmth that penetrates to the core of the body, and with the relentless rise in electricity prices, there are concerns. While kerosene stoves and gas fan heaters may provide warmth, they take away the joy of watching the flames... but here’s some good news for you. You may be able to connect a pellet stove exhaust pipe using the existing chimney of your wood stove. With a pellet stove, you don’t have to give up the warmth from the infrared heat directly from the flames or its powerful heating capabilities. Additionally, pellet fuel can be reliably purchased at nearby home centers or stove retailers, freeing you from the hassle of making your own fuel. Please feel free to consult with us. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

• Heating and cooling equipment and facilities

The increase in energy demand due to economic recovery from the spread of the novel coronavirus, irregular weather and disasters, as well as the Russian invasion of Ukraine since February 2022, has disrupted the balance between energy demand and supply, leading to high energy prices. In Japan, over 70% of the power generation mix is from thermal power, and the fuel for this is largely dependent on imports from overseas. In the related links, we provide detailed information about the increasingly popular "pellet stoves" and "pellets." Our company began handling pellet stoves in 2011, initially selling only a few units per year while receiving technical guidance from domestic manufacturers. However, from 2014, we started importing and selling stoves from the Italian company EDILKAMIN, and from 2018, we began importing stoves from the Belgian company Stuv. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Heating and cooling equipment and facilities

When objects burn around us, it is necessary for three conditions—combustible materials, oxygen, and a heat source—to be met, which is commonly referred to as the "three elements of combustion." On the other hand, the combustion pot of a "pellet stove" has slits and ventilation holes to take in fresh air, but if these become clogged with ash or clinker, combustion cannot be sustained due to lack of oxygen, causing the flame to gradually turn dark red and eventually leading to a misfire. In the related links, we provide detailed information about stoves from CS THERMOS. CS THERMOS stoves are equipped with an eco multi-burner that crushes and discharges combustion ash at regular intervals, allowing for long continuous operation without opening the front door of the stove. In the future, we plan to introduce a sealed (shield) model compatible with high airtightness and high insulation homes to the Japanese market. It is expected to arrive in Japan as early as early April. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Heating and cooling equipment and facilities

In late autumn 2021, we received an inquiry from a customer in Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture, stating, "We would like to implement snow melting on the road surface." As a second proposal, we re-planned the idea of bending the "H" shaped large roof from the middle on the road side, modifying the large roof and the small roof, which previously required manual snow removal, for snow melting. The snow falling from the large roof to the back area remains unchanged from before, and since the area for adding thermal energy is small, we can now avoid worrying about snow removal from the small roof and the subsequent snow disposal on the road. [Challenges] - The customer is a company owner, and it is quite difficult to approach snow removal in perfect physical and mental condition. - Snow falling from the large roof on the road side accumulates on the small roof directly below, requiring manual snow removal again. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

• Exterior snow melting equipment

Recently, I tried burning all-wood pellets made mainly from cedar wood in a stove, and I observed the formation of a noticeable "clinker (fused ash)," so I would like to share this experience. The pellets I tested this time are classified as "all-wood pellets," and compared to "white pellets," they look quite different even before combustion. When I burned these pellets in the EDILKAMIN POINT, which we handle, for a full day (about 9 hours), a large mass of ash remained in the combustion pot, resembling biscuits. In the case of home pellet stoves, since they are heating appliances that you interact with daily, I think it is best to try several types of pellet fuel while paying attention to factors like "availability" and "heat output," and choose the one that feels most suitable for you. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Currently, there is a high interest in pellet stoves due to soaring energy prices (fuel and electricity costs) and the growing awareness of environmental issues. Our company has over 10 years of experience in installing pellet stoves and imports high-quality stoves from Italy and Belgium. They are installed by our sales partners across the country for customers in various regions. Even companies with no prior experience can receive thorough guidance from us through more than 10 training sessions a year, covering everything from the mechanism of the stove to installation procedures and after-sales support. 【Recommended for companies that:】 ■ Want to spread the warmth of stoves ■ Have a strong interest in environmental issues ■ Want to create additional sales for their current business ■ Are looking for alternative equipment to wood stoves ■ Are looking for alternative equipment to storage heating systems *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Stove

Our company specializes in the design, construction, and maintenance of snow melting and heating systems utilizing hot water circulation systems. This catalog introduces not only the construction details and process flow (one example) of the "snow melting equipment," but also numerous case studies. We invite you to read it. [Contents] ■ Company Overview ■ Construction Details ■ Case Studies ■ Construction Process Flow (one example) ■ Snow Melting Q&A Collection *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

In North Vietnam, we have numerous achievements in "non-sprinkler snow melting" using various heat sources. This document is a comparison table with the often compared "sprinkler snow melting (de-icing)." You can check the mechanisms, main applications, favorable conditions, and constraints. Please take a moment to read it. 【Contents】 <Non-sprinkler snow melting / Sprinkler snow melting (de-icing)> ■ Example of usage ■ Mechanism ■ Main applications ■ Favorable conditions ■ Constraints *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

This document includes a quick reference table for snow melting system installation methods. Both new and existing buildings can be accommodated with hot water or electric systems. Additionally, we offer concealed and exposed options for both roofs and pavement. Please take a moment to read through it. 【Contents】 ■ New Construction - Roof snow melting: Concealed - Pavement snow melting: Embedded ■ Existing Construction - Roof snow melting: Concealed / Exposed - Pavement snow melting: Embedded / Exposed *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

The snow melting equipment from North Vietnam can accommodate a variety of heat sources. This document compares each heat source, such as boilers, heat pumps, and resistance heaters, based on their characteristics. Additionally, we introduce examples of heat sources and configurations of hot water snow melting systems. We encourage you to read it. 【Contents (partial)】 ■ Method (hot water type, electric type) ■ Type ■ Heat source ■ Storage method and installation guidelines ■ Features *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

In this document, we introduce seven points that make Hokueki Snow Melting a preferred choice. Starting with "a well-balanced snow melting capability developed through research in heavy snowfall areas," we also cover "a snow melting surface boasting high heat dissipation properties (concealed method)," "different piping pitches for each roof surface," and "rust-proof circulating liquid designed with safety in mind," among others. We will explain each point clearly. Please take a moment to read through it. 【Contents (partial)】 ■ A well-balanced snow melting capability developed through research in heavy snowfall areas ■ A snow melting surface boasting high heat dissipation properties (concealed method) ■ Different piping pitches for each roof surface ■ Rain gutter freeze prevention piping to suppress icicle and snow cornice formation ■ From "melting by brute force" to "melting intelligently" *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (hot water type, concealed method) in a detached house. The hot water concealed method can be applied to both new and existing homes. In this case, the old roof metal was removed, and snow melting panels were installed. After 25 to 30 years of construction, the house itself tends to deteriorate, and family structures change, leading to a situation where there are no longer any snow removal helpers, making snow melting a more common choice. In mountainous areas, heavy snowfall can occur in a short time, with snowfall rates of 3 to 5 cm per hour, so a powerful kerosene boiler is used as the heat source in combination. 【Case Overview】 ■ Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Kerosene Boiler ■ 119 m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (hot water type, exposed method) for detached houses. For existing houses with new finishing materials or stainless steel sheet metal on the roof, the exposed method is suitable if you only wish to melt snow in certain areas. We manufacture fixed brackets to match the working range of the finishing materials and arrange stainless steel piping, which has excellent long-term durability, or SGP piping, which has superior rigidity. Compared to concealed methods, the atmospheric radiation from the surface of the snow melting pipes is greater, so it is necessary to increase the temperature of the circulating liquid, which tends to result in about a 10% increase in fuel consumption. 【Case Overview】 ■ Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Kerosene boiler ■ 134m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (electric heater type, concealed method) in a detached house. For small roof areas, combining PTC characteristic electric heaters with snow melting panels and using a concealed installation method can result in relatively low construction costs. PTC heaters have the characteristic of high output at low temperatures, with output becoming milder as the temperature increases, allowing for both fuel efficiency and overheating prevention. However, it is important to note that the breaker capacity needs to be about twice the rated output, and in areas with heavy snowfall in a short period, it may not keep up. 【Case Overview】 ■ Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture ■ PTC Heater ■ 21m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (electric heater type, exposed method) for detached houses. After more than 25 years since construction, we received a consultation about wanting to take measures to prevent snow eaves from falling due to the neighboring house being built. Since the request was to only take measures on the north side of the large roof, we installed a lightweight heater net afterwards, successfully preventing the occurrence of snow eaves. With a capacity of about 300W/m2, we combined it with a type of controller that allows easy adjustment of the "remaining snow processing operation time" in case of any leftover melting snow, which has been very useful. [Case Overview] ■ Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Heater Net ■ 12m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of snow melting on road surfaces (hot water type, buried method) in detached houses. With the new construction of a store and residence, we planned snow measures for the customer parking lot. In the case of sole proprietors, if valuable time is taken away by snow removal, customer service may not be adequately provided, which seems to lead to many implementations in clinics, dental offices, tax accountant offices, beauty salons, and osteopathic clinics. In this case, due to the large area of nearly 100m2 and the preferential gas rate for snow melting in Ojiya City, we delivered a hot water system using a wall-mounted gas heat source. [Case Overview] ■ Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Wall-mounted gas boiler ■ 92m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case where the area in front of the garage and the external parking space were melted using electric heaters due to the construction of a new residential building. This area experienced heavy snowfall, exceeding 100 cm per day at times. However, since it was determined that installing a boiler was not preferable for an all-electric home, an electric system was adopted. The area exceeds 30 m², and considering the potential future burden of electricity costs and the possibility of a decrease in the number of parking spaces due to changes in family composition, the circuit configuration allows for the area in front of the garage to be turned on independently. 【Case Overview】 ■ Tsunan Town, Niigata Prefecture ■ Heater Unit ■ 34 m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of snow melting on the road surface (electric heater type, exposed method) in a detached house. In a residence of an elderly woman living alone, the approach from the entrance to the front road was about 8 meters long and was originally equipped with a water-based snow melting system. However, due to the slope, it did not melt uniformly. One winter, after she slipped and fractured her bone on the frozen entrance, she consulted us with the request for "something that melts reliably, not just water." We installed a snow melting mat that could be applied only in necessary areas, ensuring her safety. [Case Summary] ■ Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Heater Mat ■ 8m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

Here is a case study of floor heating installation at a nursery in Kariwa Village, Niigata Prefecture. Initially, it utilized electric storage floor heating powered by night-time electricity, but in response to changes in energy policy, it was upgraded to hot water floor heating using a ground source heat pump (HP) with a high coefficient of performance (COP). To maximize the high COP characteristic of the HP heat source, the outlet water temperature was set relatively low at around 45°C. However, to ensure effective heating performance, the installation combined highly conductive heating panels with copper pipes, which also have high thermal conductivity, achieving a surface temperature of 28°C. 【Case Overview】 ■ Kariwa Village, Niigata Prefecture ■ GeoHP ■ 864m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Floor heating (electric, panel, storage type, etc.)

Here is a case study of delivering panel heaters to a lodging facility. When renovating a ski resort inn for foreign guests, the owner requested, "We want to achieve quiet and high-quality radiant heating throughout the entire building." At the time of consultation, construction had already progressed to the floor installation stage, so the plan was to install hot water panel heaters in each room. We delivered 27 panel heaters, particularly focusing on areas with higher heating loads, such as under and beside windows, as well as a fan convector in the drying room, which the owner was very pleased with. 【Case Overview】 ■ Nozawa Onsen Village, Nagano Prefecture ■ Kerosene boiler ■ 27 panel heaters and others *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• District heating and cooling/heat source system

Here are some examples of the installation of floor heating (water-based, embedded method). During a large-scale renovation of a traditional farmhouse, we received a request to maintain its old charm while also achieving comfort. We proposed floor heating by embedding cross-linked polyethylene pipes in the concrete floor and combining them with an oil boiler as the heat source. To reduce the heating load, we laid insulation material on the upper sub-base before heating, and meticulously sealed the gaps around the foundation before finishing the installation. 【Project Overview】 ■ Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture ■ Oil Boiler ■ 47m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Floor heating (electric, panel, storage type, etc.)

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (hot water type, concealed method) installation. We received a consultation from a quiet hot spring inn that is typically hit by heavy snowfall of over 2 meters each year, stating, "The roof snow melting system installed over a decade ago is not effective, and despite consuming a lot of fuel, it melts poorly. We would like some assistance." The heat source unit that was replaced a few years ago was continued to be used, while almost all other components including panels, copper pipes, supply pipes, and controls were replaced. As a result, the entire roof began to melt evenly, leading to a resolution of the issue. [Case Overview] ■ Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Kerosene boiler ■ 607m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (hot water type, concealed method) installation. In the construction of a highly designed complex cultural facility, the design was progressing with a structural strength capable of withstanding 6 meters of snow. However, due to concerns about the impact of snow falling from the roof perimeter onto the surrounding area, it was decided to incorporate roof snow melting urgently. The concrete slab was box-cut only at the perimeter to install the snow melting panels, and considering the long piping length and evaporation of hot water due to induced lightning, aluminum composite three-layer pipes were adopted instead of copper pipes. 【Case Overview】 ■ Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Wall-mounted gas boiler ■ 477 m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce examples of snow melting systems for roofs and pavement (hot water type, exposed method, buried method). In the process of rebuilding the office and fuel supply facility, it was necessary to establish a 24-hour system for receiving tank trucks, so we decided to melt the snow on the parking lot pavement and the office and canopy roof. Although it is a newly constructed building, the roof finish was corrugated metal, so we opted for the exposed method using SGP piping. Since the required temperature range for roof snow melting and pavement snow melting differs, we mixed the hot water from both piping systems to optimize the outlet temperature. 【Case Overview】 ■ Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Gas boiler ■ 688m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of surface snow melting (hot water type, buried method) at a senior complex facility. In the construction of a multi-purpose facility that includes serviced housing for the elderly, day services, and childcare support, surface snow melting was planned to avoid hindering the parking and stopping of user transport vehicles and to reduce the labor of the facility manager. Due to the difficulty of securing sufficient water volume for large-scale sprinkling of snow melting in a building facing a national highway, and considering that finishing the area from the parking lot to the approach in a dry condition would be more user-friendly, a hot water type snow melting system was adopted. [Case Overview] ■ Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Kerosene boiler ■ 253m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce examples of roof and pavement snow melting (electric heater type, exposed method) construction in communication facilities. To protect the aluminum alloy housing of an unmanned exchange station from snow load, electric heater mats for preventing snow accumulation were installed around the roof perimeter. Mats were also laid in the vehicle access area and worker pathways, significantly reducing snow removal labor. In unmanned facilities and remote locations, electric heating (either heaters or heat pumps) is more suitable than boiler heat sources, which carry the risk of fuel depletion. 【Case Overview】 ■ Niigata Prefecture, Shibata City ■ Heater Mats ■ 52m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

This is an introduction to a case study of roof snow melting (hot water type, exposed method) at power-related facilities. Following the roof collapse accident at a power plant in 2017, measures to reduce snow load on roofs were adopted at various power-related facilities. In this facility, a combination of conventional sprinkling snow melting systems and manual snow removal was used, but ensuring the ability to sprinkle water on the ground was also prioritized, leading to the selection of an exposed method using high-rigidity SGP piping on the roof. Despite the presence of many existing structures and a complex piping configuration, efforts were made to average the circuit lengths, resulting in improved melting efficiency. 【Case Overview】 ■ Tsunan Town, Niigata Prefecture ■ Kerosene Boiler ■ 477m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

We would like to introduce a case study of roof snow melting (electric heater type, exposed method) installation. When constructing a new radiation therapy building on the grounds of a general hospital, we planned measures against snow eaves that were a concern for the flat roof perimeter. As a countermeasure against scattering due to strong winds, we adhered a special rubber-based adhesive to the parapet cap surface, and on the flat roof surface, we installed it in a linked manner using brackets, creating a string of beads. Since the mat will be installed year-round on the rooftop, we adopted high weather-resistant products and designed it so that future damage can be replaced on a module basis, enhancing the system's robustness. 【Case Overview】 ■ Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture ■ Heater mat ■ 77m2 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

Mr. K from Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, used to be confident in his physical strength and would go sea fishing with heavy loads on his back. However, after experiencing health issues and being hospitalized following a vaccination, he began to be advised by his sons about roof snow melting systems. He researched various companies and came across "Hokuetsu Yusetsu" in his hometown of Tokamachi City. He thought that directly melting the snow on the roof would be a better approach. After using the roof snow melting system for one season, he found that the dangerous work at heights was completely eliminated, and his physical burden was significantly reduced. Previously, he would handle the snow that fell to the ground with a snow removal machine, but now he uses a snow dump to transport the snow to a nearby river to wash it away. As a result, this season he didn't need to use the snow removal machine at all, and his sons are pleased, saying, "Dad, this is really great!" 【Benefits of Implementation】 ■ No more dangerous work at heights ■ Significant reduction in physical burden ■ No need for a snow removal machine *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

The 10th anniversary commemorative project of the "Niigata Prefecture Geothermal Energy Utilization Research Association," which includes Hokuyetsu Snow Melt, will be held as the "Renewable Energy Geothermal Seminar in Niigata City" at Toki Messe. While many may not immediately think of geothermal energy when they hear "renewable energy," in Niigata Prefecture, where cloudy weather and snowfall persist during the winter months, there are few areas suitable for solar power generation. However, the abundant geothermal heat from underground water can be utilized. We hope that not only those who are unfamiliar with geothermal energy but also energy policy officials and environmental policy officials from various municipalities will attend and deepen their understanding of the potential of geothermal energy hidden in Niigata Prefecture. 【Overview】 ■ Date: October 26, 2022 (Wednesday) 13:00 - 17:00 (tentative) ■ Venue: Toki Messe, 4th Floor, International Conference Room ■ Seminar Participation Fee: Free *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• District heating and cooling/heat source system

We offer "road surface snow melting" systems that you can choose from powerful boilers, eco-friendly heat pumps, and cost-effective electric heaters. The dimensions of the heat source equipment are approximately 590×470×287 mm for an outdoor floor-mounted oil boiler and about 600×470×200 mm for an outdoor wall-mounted gas boiler, allowing for compact installation without the need for a large machine room. Additionally, the heat dissipation section uses high-density cross-linked polyethylene pipes in a single loop, and there are no underground piping connections, making it a method that excels in long-term durability. 【Features】 ■ A powerful design that can keep up with snowfall of 3 cm per hour, easily handling unexpected heavy snow. ■ Adopts a snowfall intensity proportional output control method to optimize fuel consumption, effectively saving on fuel costs. ■ Options available for powerful boilers, eco-friendly heat pumps, and cost-effective electric heaters. ■ The heat dissipation section uses high-density cross-linked polyethylene pipes in a single loop. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Snow melting equipment

Mr. K completed his new home at the end of the year and planned to finish the exterior work in the following spring. However, he was unexpectedly hit by heavy snowfall and struggled to clear the gravel path, managing to get through the winter. With the thought of "I don't want to go through this kind of trouble again next year," he requested a snow melting system and had an oil boiler installed in the adjacent garage. He expressed his satisfaction, saying, "The cost of heating oil is less than I expected, and it's nice to have more time to spare." [Overview] ■ Customer: Mr. K from Nagaoka City ■ Heat Source: Oil heating source 13m² *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Exterior snow melting equipment

In today's labor shortage, it is increasingly difficult to hire even when job openings are posted, making it particularly challenging to secure snow removal personnel during the winter months. Many facility managers are likely struggling with this issue. We want to create facilities that can be safely used by three generations: "children," "child-rearing generations," and "the elderly." We often receive inquiries not only from private residences but also from facilities. Since various customers, especially the elderly and those with children, visit each facility, we often provide heated road surfaces (snow melting) using hot water circulation systems for the approach from the main road to the piloti and parking spaces, taking into account the convenience of transportation for users. Our snow melting system, known as the "non-water-spraying snow melting equipment," directly applies heat energy generated by boilers, heat pumps, and electric heaters to roofs and road surfaces to melt snow. We will guide you to a snow melting system tailored to your situation. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

• Snow melting equipment

The 'pellet stove' is gaining attention due to environmental issues (SDGs) and rising oil prices. We have compiled nine key points to consider when evaluating it into a document! This material provides detailed information on the appeal and benefits of pellet stoves, as well as fuel-related aspects, making it essential reading for those considering installation. Feel free to check it out via "PDF Download." 【Document Contents】 ■ What is a pellet stove? ■ Is a pellet stove warm? ■ How economical is a pellet stove? ■ Is a pellet stove environmentally friendly? ■ Is a pellet stove easy to use? ■ Is a pellet stove safe? ■ Are all pellet fuels the same? ■ Are there various types of stoves? ■ What should you do first when considering stove installation? *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Every year, multiple accidents during snow removal are reported, and it is necessary to ensure sufficient safety by conducting the work with multiple people and to remain vigilant to prevent accidents. However, in heavy snowfall areas where regular snow removal is necessary, the aging population means that some households are unable to perform snow removal at all, and there are often cases where busy work schedules lead to snow accumulation that becomes unmanageable after just a short period. In cases where snow remains, workers often go up onto roofs to manually remove the leftover snow. Our snow melting system is called "non-water-spraying snow melting equipment," which directly applies thermal energy generated by boilers, heat pumps, and electric heaters to roofs and road surfaces to melt the snow. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"I want to install a roof snow melting system because my work is busy." We often receive such inquiries. However, if we try to address this with electric heater-type snow melting systems, it requires a significant amount of energy, about 300 to 350W per square meter. This means that even for a house of around 30 tsubo (approximately 100 square meters), the equipment would need to be around 30kW. In years with heavy snowfall as well as light snowfall, the basic fees will be a burden based on the equipment capacity. Our snow melting system is called a "non-water-spraying snow melting system," which directly applies heat energy generated by boilers, heat pumps, or electric heaters to the roof or road surface to melt the snow. The output can be easily adjusted through temperature control, and in years with light snowfall, fuel costs can be significantly reduced, making hot water systems suitable for heavy snowfall areas. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

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