The Simple Drainback Storage with a Tankless Backup Water Heater

The Simple Drainback Storage with a Tankless Backup Water Heater

The SHEM 80-E system with internal electric backup provides ample hot water for smaller scale residential uses. For larger scale residential or commercial applications, consider combining a SHEM solar system with a tankless backup Tankless water heater technology has greatly improved in recent years. Takagi, Rinnai, Bosch and others manufacture highly reliable tankless systems engineered to accept pre-heated solar water. Tankless water heaters come in a range of sizes, from single-sink electric to high volume commercial systems. Combining a SHEM solar system with a tankless backup saves space while delivering maximum solar benefits at lowest backup fuel cost.