18/03/2025 -
Henco showcases advanced HVAC innovations at ISH 2025
Belgian quality in the spotlight at international trade fair
Henco, an industry world leader in producing high quality sustainable pipes, connections, and fittings for the heating and cooling sector, is set to unveil three innovative solutions in installation engineering and technology at ISH 2025, the international trade fair for HVAC technology. From a revolutionary manifold to smart technology for water management and efficient electric heating: all serve to consolidate Henco's pioneering role in the installation industry.
As a premium Belgian brand, it goes without saying that the biennial ISH trade fair marks the pinnacle of Henco's calendar. Wim Verhoeven, Henco's CEO, tells us why: "At Henco, we're always strongly committed to combining craftsmanship and innovation. As a premium Belgian brand, this is our opportunity to show the rest of the industry what we're about. At the same time, we're also here to engage with our professional partners and customers. There's nothing like sitting down together to think about projects and challenges, so we can keep improving both our products and service."
An international first: Henco Pro-Flow Valve Manifold
Henco's Pro-Flow Valve Manifold is the first plastic manifold with integrated ball valves for bathroom use and drinking water. This absolutely marks an international first: one that makes a real difference in terms of ease of installation, sustainability and water quality. As a modular, lightweight alternative to traditional brass manifolds, the Pro-Flow Valve Manifold simplifies the installation process and reduces the amount of work needed, delivering savings in terms of time, storage as well as money for the installer.
This innovation is fully developed and produced at Henco in Herentals, Belgium. Owing to its self-aligning system, smart snap brackets and an innovative blocker ring, assembly is quick, safe and efficient. Henco's manifold is available in two and three-way versions, with the option to expand up to 12 circuits. On top of that, it complies with the strict KIWA certificate for drinking water safety.
Key advantages:
Lightweight and durable design: easy to use and less prone to theft on site.
No risk of corrosion or limescale: high-quality plastic that is not affected by electrolysis.
Optimal flow: smooth interior reduces pressure loss and improves water quality.
Colour-coded levers: clear visual markers for different circuits (red, blue, green, black).
Henco Electric Underfloor Heating: efficient comfort
A smart Wi-Fi thermostat that automatically adjusts to the outside temperature, works out the time needed to heat a space and optimises energy consumption. With Henco Electric Underfloor Heating (UFH-ELEC-THERM), your room always stays at your preferred temperature. The system also keeps heat radiation completely even over the entire floor area, ensuring a comfortable and constant temperature in every room. In short: maximum comfort at minimum cost.
The thermostat controls a unique, ultra-thin electric floor heating mat with a depth of just 4 mm (UFH-ELEC), which can easily be fitted on top of existing tile or screed floors, without any breaking or milling work. This makes the system ideal for renovation projects or spaces with limited installation height. What's more, the system makes allowances for the specific properties of wood and laminate floors by keeping the temperature below 28°C.
Henco Electric Underfloor Heating comes as a kit version in 17 different sizes, ranging from 1 to 20 m². The kit consists of a floor heating mat, Wi-Fi thermostat with floor sensor, flexible pipe for the floor sensor and multilingual installation instructions with a Check card.
Key advantages:
Available in 17 sizes: from 1 to 20 m², suitable for any type of room.
Advanced Wi-Fi thermostat: with floor sensor for optimal temperature control.
Fast heating: including for bathrooms or rooms with varying occupancy levels.
Easy to install: can be incorporated in tile adhesive, self-levelling casting mortars and anhydrite screeds (not suitable for lightweight concrete)
Henco Smart Monitoring: smart and sustainable water management
Simple, smart and sustainable: Henco Smart Monitoring is the future of home water management. A smart shut-off valve (HSM-VALVE-0505) serves as the heart and brain of the system. Through precision ultrasonic technology, it records water consumption, temperature and pressure in real time. As a result, any open tap or system leak is instantly detected, including the tiniest water leaks of just 0.01 l/hour (e.g. a leaking tap).
The shut-off valve is connected to one or more Henco Smart Monitoring Detectors. These detectors instantly raise the alarm when they come into contact with water, causing the shut-off valve to shut off the supply and triggering a notification in the app. Owing to its small size, the valve easily fits under leak-prone appliances such as dishwashers or washing machines. If height is a problem regardless, the Henco Smart Monitoring Sensor (HSM-SENSOR) offers a solution. This sensor is as thin as a button cell battery and connects to the Henco Smart Monitoring Detector.
Aside from leak detection and protection, Henco Smart Monitoring offers insight into water consumption and the environment. It optimises efficiency and prevents water wastage. The outcome: users use up to 30% less water through insight into their consumption patterns, and up to 16% less energy through more efficient water management.
Key features:
Automatic leak detection: detects even the smallest leak (down to 0.01 l/hour) and automatically shuts off the water supply.
Smart shut-off valve: precision ultrasonic technology for accurate measurements.
Compact detectors: measuring no more than 25 mm in height and 67 mm across.
Real-time monitoring: any alarms are shown in the mobile app.