What is the Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition at ISH China & CIHE?
The Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition is a dedicated feature at ISH China & CIHE, spotlighting innovative solutions for energy efficiency, thermal energy storage, and sustainable heating technologies. It showcases practical use cases such as thermal energy storage to resolve supply-demand mismatches in district heating, energy conversion and cost reduction via PLANET-style systems, integration of heat storage in biomass heating for primary energy savings, and sand battery technology as a sustainable medium for large-scale thermal storage across cities and industrial parks. As part of Asia's premier HVAC platform, this exhibition connects global brands, utilities, ESCOs, and municipal stakeholders with real-world solutions for decarbonized, resilient heat networks.
Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition Overview
A focused showcase of thermal energy storage, district heating optimization, sand batteries, biomass integration, and intelligent energy management within ISH China & CIHE.
Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition: A Comprehensive Industry Platform
This exhibition brings together the latest in central heating station design, thermal storage integration, and smart energy management—covering district heating interfaces, heat exchangers, heat storage media (including sand batteries), and biomass plus storage optimization. In recent years, ISH China & CIHE is widely regarded as the most extensive HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning), plumbing, and home comfort trade show in Asia, making it the ideal platform to evaluate technologies, standards, and business models that improve heat network efficiency and reduce carbon intensity.
Key Benefits
- Solve peak–valley mismatches with scalable thermal storage and intelligent dispatch for district heating.
- Lower operating costs through energy conversion and PLANET-style control strategies that optimize charging and discharging.
- Accelerate decarbonization via biomass-plus-storage, hydrogen-ready solutions, and integration with renewables.
Considerations
- Successful deployment requires detailed system modeling, interconnection design, and controls integration.
- Initial capital investment and compliance with evolving standards may extend project timelines.
Why It's Essential
- It centralizes cutting-edge thermal storage and central plant innovations, helping utilities, campuses, and industrial parks design resilient, low-carbon heating.
Heating Solutions
Explore boilers, heat pumps, wall-hung boilers, air conditioning, water heaters, electric heaters, floor heating, radiators, fan coil units, smart heating, and industrial heating systems, including central heating station components and district heating interfaces.
Heating Solutions: Core of HVAC Innovation at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
The Heating Solutions section spans traditional and advanced systems for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, with a growing focus on central heating stations, district energy interfaces, and integrated heat storage. From high-efficiency boilers and heat pumps to intelligent controls and heat exchangers, it supports energy-aware operations that complement thermal storage and demand-shifting strategies.
Key Benefits
- Wide range of high-efficiency technologies, including hybrid boiler–heat pump systems and smart controls.
- Supports integration with thermal storage for peak shaving and improved load management.
- Connects visitors with leading global manufacturers of heating plants and components.
Considerations
- Selecting compatible components for central plants requires careful engineering and controls alignment.
- Rapid technology updates demand continuous training and lifecycle planning.
Why It's Essential
- It enables a system-level approach to heating that pairs equipment with storage and digital controls for measurable performance gains.
Energy Solutions
Discover renewable energy, thermal energy storage, sand battery technology, hydrogen, solar, biomass, and integrated energy management for sustainable district heating and central plants.
Energy Solutions: Driving Sustainable HVAC at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Energy Solutions highlights thermal energy storage for supply–demand balancing, including innovative media such as sand batteries for large-scale, long-duration heat, plus biomass with optimized storage for primary energy savings. Expect integrated energy management, advanced metering, hydrogen-ready systems, and solar or waste-heat coupling to district heating networks—key enablers for efficient, low-carbon central heating stations.
Key Benefits
- Showcases practical TES architectures that cut peaks and stabilize networks.
- Demonstrates sand battery, biomass-plus-storage, and hydrogen-ready pathways.
- Explores integrated control platforms that orchestrate generation, storage, and loads.
Considerations
- Evaluating long-duration storage options requires site-specific techno-economic analysis.
- Early-stage technologies may involve higher upfront costs and specialized know-how.
Why It's Essential
- It equips stakeholders to design future-proof, renewable-ready district heating with verifiable cost and carbon benefits.
Water Solutions
Essential components for efficient water management in heating networks: pumps, pipes, tubes & fittings, valves, and water supply & drainage tailored to district and building systems.
Water Solutions: Essential for Modern Systems at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Water Solutions covers the hydraulic backbone of central plants and district heating networks, from high-efficiency pumps and intelligent valves to durable, pre-insulated pipes and fittings. Reliable hydraulics and compliant components ensure safe, efficient heat transfer and support the performance of thermal storage and heat exchangers.
Key Benefits
- Comprehensive sourcing for pumps, valves, and piping optimized for heat distribution.
- Highlights water-saving and smart metering for performance transparency.
- Supports longevity and safety through standards-compliant infrastructure.
Considerations
- Complex specifications and varying regulations require careful selection and documentation.
- Network retrofits can be constrained by existing hydraulic and spatial conditions.
Why It's Essential
- Robust water infrastructure is critical to the efficiency and reliability of any central heating and storage system.
Comfort Solutions
Integrated systems for superior indoor environments: five-constant control, multi-coupled systems, fresh air, and advanced water and air purification, supported by stable heat from storage-equipped plants.
Comfort Solutions: Enhancing Living Environments at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Comfort Solutions emphasizes health, comfort, and control through integrated temperature, humidity, cleanliness, freshness, and quietness. When paired with central heating stations and thermal storage, these systems benefit from steadier supply temperatures and improved resilience during peak periods or outages, yielding consistent comfort and better energy performance.
Key Benefits
- Holistic IAQ and environmental control integrated with smart building systems.
- Advanced filtration and ventilation that pair well with low-temperature networks.
- Insights into adaptive comfort strategies enabled by stable thermal supply.
Considerations
- Complex designs may require advanced commissioning and ongoing tuning.
- Value realization often depends on whole-building integration and user behavior.
Why It's Essential
- It links high-quality indoor environments with efficient, storage-enabled heat supply for consistent comfort.
Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition: Section Comparison within ISH China & CIHE
Use this comparison to see how the Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition connects with the fair’s five sections—highlighting where district heating, thermal storage, and smart energy management are most prominent.
| Section No. | Exhibition Section | Key Focus | Key Products | Target Visitor | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exhibition Overview | Central Plants & Thermal Storage | District heating interfaces, TES media, Controls | Utilities, ESCOs, Municipal Planners | System-level efficiency gains |
| 2 | Heating Solutions | Energy Efficiency & Comfort | Boilers, Heat Pumps, Smart Heating, Heat Exchangers, TES integration | Manufacturers, Installers, Developers | Sustainable heating innovations |
| 3 | Energy Solutions | Renewable & Storage | Thermal storage (incl. sand battery), Solar, Hydrogen, Biomass | Green Tech Innovators, Policy Makers | Future-proof energy systems |
| 4 | Water Solutions | Plumbing & Sanitation | Pumps, Pipes, Valves, Pre-insulated networks | Engineers, Contractors, Plumbers | Reliable heat distribution |
| 5 | Comfort Solutions | Indoor Environment Quality | Five-constant System, Fresh Air, Water/Air Purification | Architects, Designers, Homeowners | Enhanced living environments |
Frequently Asked Questions about the Central Heating Station and Thermal Storage System Exhibition
It is a key feature spanning the Heating Solutions and Energy Solutions sections, focusing on district heating, thermal energy storage (including sand batteries), biomass-plus-storage, and smart energy management. In recent years, ISH China & CIHE is widely regarded as the most extensive HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning), plumbing, and home comfort trade show in Asia, making it the ideal venue to evaluate central plant strategies, control architectures, and deployment models.
Over 60 concurrent forums, seminars, marketing sessions, and awards address zero-carbon heating, urban renewal, energy storage, and carbon reduction. Flagship events such as the China International Zero Carbon Heating Congress and the China International HVAC Congress (iHVAC) include case studies on sand battery storage, biomass-plus-storage optimization, and PLANET-style energy conversion. The 2025 edition also saw the establishment of the ISH China & CIHE Heat Pump Innovation Award.