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Benefits of a natural gas-powered direct contact water heater

The direct contact water heater instantaneously transforms the water that passes through it into sanitary hot water. It is perfect for industrial processes, where it rapidly generates large quantities of hot water. Generate greater volumes of sanitary hot water, faster. The natural gas-powered direct contact water heater outperforms similar, oil-fired units, as well as being more economical and more efficient.

Reduce your energy costs

Cheaper than fuel-oil - Lower your energy bill by installing a natural gas-powered direct contact water heater. Not only is natural gas more powerful than fuel-oil, it also costs less.

Consume less, spend less - With energy efficiency levels as high as 96%, the natural gas-powered direct contact water heater is an energy-smart appliance that can reduce your monthly energy costs, especially when compared to an oil-fired system.

Chart comparing annual energy costs3 equivalent to 582,232 m3 (100% process) which represents energy consumption for a big industry.

Benefit from Énergir grants

Multiply your savings! In addition to seeing your monthly energy costs decrease, you can take advantage of Énergir grants and rebates. One more reason to switch to blue!

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Choose performance

Increase your performance and productivity with the more efficient natural gas-powered direct contact water heater, a reliable, easy-to-maintain appliance. Made of stainless steel, the direct contact water heater requires minimum maintenance and is renowned for its long life span.

Choose the reliability of Énergir's network

By opting for natural gas, you are choosing Énergir’s reliable and secure distribution network! One of the most modern in North America, it meets the Canadian gas industry’s strictest standards and is monitored day and night, 365 days a year.

1. According to the prices in effect from July 1, 2021 to August 31, 2022. Based on Énergir rates approved by the Régie de l’énergie; takes into account base electric consumption and rack price of oil with 2% sulfur including, in particular, transport, distribution and CATS.