Frosting for Air Source Heat Pumps

Frosting for Air Source Heat Pumps by Mengjie Song; Long Zhang is a timely, authoritative guide for engineers, HVAC professionals, and building managers facing the hidden challenge of frost build-up on air source heat pumps. Clear, evidence-based, and practical, this book illuminates why frosting occurs, how it degrades performance in cold climates, and which strategies reliably restore efficiency.

Discover concise explanations of the thermodynamics behind frost formation, comparisons of common defrosting methods, and the latest modeling techniques for predicting frost behavior across climates—from Northern Europe and the UK to Canada, the northern United States and cold regions in Asia. Featuring real-world field observations and design recommendations, the authors translate complex research into actionable solutions: optimized control strategies, maintenance best practices, and retrofit options that reduce energy waste and prolong equipment life.

Whether you specify systems for residential retrofits or large-scale commercial installations, this book helps you make smarter decisions that cut operating costs and improve comfort. It’s written with practitioners in mind—technical enough to inform engineering choices, yet accessible for facility managers overseeing installations in urban and rural settings.

If you care about resilient, energy-efficient heating in cool and freezing conditions, Frosting for Air Source Heat Pumps is an indispensable resource. Equip your projects with the insights professionals rely on—order your copy today and start solving frosting problems with confidence.

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