MPC (Steam)
Heat-Timer® Platinum Series
Single Boiler Steam Heating Control
Now Available with Wireless Internet Upgrade
that can Save an Additional 15% on Fuel Bills
Features at Glance
The MPC Platinum control Series is designed to operate a steam boiler or a steam valve to provide the industry’s most efficient steam heating control for both single-pipe and two-pipe steam systems. Utilizing the steam cycle concept, the outdoor temperature, and a series of wireless space sensors (BuildingNet® Upgrade) the Heat-Timer® MPC Platinum Control varies the duration of the steam supply in a cycle based on the unique thermal characteristics of your building. The control is “self-learning,” because over time it understands the heat loss characteristics of your building and learns exactly how to deliver steam using the least amount of fuel, while ensuring the maximum tenant comfort.
The MPC Platinum offers multiple communication options through our Internet and Wireless communication upgrade package called BuildingNet®. With this upgrade, the native energy savings capability of the control is enhanced through extended-range wireless space sensors that provide remote temperature readings from all areas of the building. With this additional data, coupled with our basic outdoor reset capability, the Platinum Series MPC has been shown to save 30% on monthly heating bills typically.
For operators, the MPC offers a large group of up to 64 sensors that can be connected to the panel. These sensors can monitor fuel levels, stack temperature, CO2 or smoke detectors and more. Sensor data can trigger programmable alarms that can be monitored, logged, and sent to you via the internet, email, text messages or your mobile devices through our free mobile app. You’ll appreciate the MPC for all the money it saves you on energy costs, but you’ll love it for the convenience and information it provides you.
The MPC has a field-proven menu system that is a snap to program, or you can use our internet and mobile portals to program. The MPC has been designed to be “future proof” with “shutdown” and “prove” inputs and XML data provided for EMS integration capability.
Finally, the MPC can also be extended to control up to 16 modulating boilers using our extension panel upgrades. For any questions on integration or capabilities, please call our sales team at (973) 575-4004
The MPC Platinum comes complete with sensors and relays.
| MODEL | CATALOG # |
| MPC Platinum Standard | 926785-00 |
| MPC Platinum for Internet Communication (Ask about our Cellular Internet service) | 926785-RINet |
| MPC Platinum with BACnet Communication | 926785-BAC |
| MPC Platinum with Modbus Communication | 926785-BUS |
| OPTIONS | |
| Internet Communications Upgrade for MPC Platinum panels (Ask about our Cellular Internet service) | 900340-00-RINet |
| BACnet Communications Upgrade for MPC Platinum panels | 900204-00-BAC |
| Modbus Communications Upgrade for MPC Platinum panels | 900204-00-BUS |
| Relay Plug 24VDC | 500054-00 |
| Sensor | |
| Wireless Network Sensor System | |
- Built-In Steam Outdoor Reset
- Can be configured for Burner or District Steam
- Different Day and Night Adjustable outdoor temperature cutoffs
- 4 programmable Day/Night adjustments per day
- Auxiliary Output that can control other equipment based on a separate Built-In programmable 4 separate On/Off schedule settings per day
- Thermal lockout does not allow the initiation of another heating cycle if the system had steam
- BACnet IP and MSTP Communication option (field upgradeable)
- Internet Communication option (field upgradeable)
- Modbus RTU Communication option (field upgradeable)
- Solid state sensors can be extended up to 500′ from the control
- EE-Prom backup of all program settings
- 80 Character alphanumeric display
- EMS capable using the SHUTDOWN and PROVE inputs
- Can link to a Multi-Mod for multiple modulating boilers
- Additional Output relays to control other equipment based on the MPC Platinum cycle operation
- Network input allows the MPC Platinum to connect to multiple sensors (MIG Sensors, Neuron Sensors, Wireless Sensors, Water Meter, Gas Meter, Oil Level, Smoke Alarm) using the Internet to monitor and fine tune its operation
- Optional Remote Communication using the Internet, BACnet, or Modbus. You’ll be able to view status, change settings as well as analyze performance from virtually anywhere
- MPC Platinum is NYC DEP Approved (DEE #42-04)
Connected the control to power correctly but no display or LED is on.
Most controls are equipped with a fuse on the back of the main board to help protect the control against power surges. Check the fuse on the back of the control using a continuity meter. If continuity does not exist, replace the fuse with the same fuse size and rating.
Even on very cold days, my Heat-Timer steam heating control sometimes has the boiler turned off and is not making steam. Is my MPC defective?
The MPC is working properly. The MPC or MPCQ Platinum are steam cycling controls for single boiler or multiple boiler steam heated buildings. They run steam cycles which are normally 60 minutes long (the length of the cycle depends on the type of radiation in the system). During this 60 minute period, the boilers will be on and making steam for part of the 60 minutes, and will be turned off for the remaining period. As the outdoor temperature drops, the length of the on periods will increase, and the length of the off periods will decrease. For example, on a 50°F day, the boiler may be on for a mere 5 minutes, and will be off for 55 minutes. However, on a 15°F day, the boiler may be on for 35 minutes, and off for only 25 minutes.
Why is my control not turning the boiler on even when there is a call for heat?
First, check the display for any messages as many of the heating controls have several external inputs that can be used to shutdown the boiler. If the message relates to the PROVE input, it may not be shorted or the Prove terminal Jumper is not installed. In this case, the control will not start the boiler. If the message relates to the Shutdown input, the Shutdown maybe shorted remotely. If the message relates to the T-stat input, the T-Stat input maybe opened remotely.
My outdoor sensor reading does not match the actual temperature.
The outdoor sensor measurement may vary based on its location and its sun exposure. In most cases it will never match a weather station that is located several miles away. most current Heat-Timer controls have a Trim feature which allows the sensor reading to be slightly modified just a few degrees to satisfy similar circumstances. If the difference was large, then check the sensor by disconnecting one of its wires from the control. The control should read OPEN. If not, contact technical support.
Why is my temperature sensor reading Open on the control display?
Remove the sensor wires from the control and check for continuity across the wires with and meter. If no continuity existed, check or replace the wires. if continuity did exist, then contact technical support.
Why is my temperature sensor reading Short on the control display?
Remove one of the sensor wires from the control. The control display should change and display OPEN. Then check the sensor wiring specifically around spliced areas. If wiring was good, then disconnect the sensor wires from the control and check the sensor wires with an Ohm meter. The readings should match the sensor temperature chart on the control manual. It not, then replace the sensor. If after removing one of the sensor wires the control read SHORT, then contact tech support.
Why does my Heat-Timer hot water reset control (HWR) flash OPN instead of the outdoor temperature?
Heat-Timer controls use the code OPN when they can not detect a sensor. For example, if someone were working in the building and cut the wires leading to the outdoor sensor, the HWR would begin to flash OPN to signal that the sensor was no longer attached. To find the source of the OPN reading, first make sure that the outdoor sensor wires are attached to the input terminals (the IT terminals in the case of an HWR). Then place a jumper wire across the input terminals (IT). The display should change to read SH-I (the code for a shorted sensor). If the display does change, the HWR is working properly. Check the wires to make sure they are not broken, and locate the sensor to see if it has been damaged.
Save Even More Money, with BuildingNet®
Enabled Heat-Timer® Platinum Controls
By enabling both internet and cellular connectivity with BuildingNet®, our heating controls gain powerful new features that improve boiler management efficiency while reducing maintenance and monitoring costs.
Remote Internet Monitoring. Through our online portal, you can access a customized building management website to monitor and manage all buildings and controls from one central location.
Wireless Sensors Enabled. BuildingNet® allows controls to communicate wirelessly with room and strategically placed sensors throughout your building. Easy installation and added data points help our algorithms operate more intelligently, delivering 15–25% greater energy savings compared to systems using outdoor reset alone.
How the Heat-Timer®
Platinum Controls Work
A typical Heat-Timer Platinum Control configuration is shown below. Wired sensors in the boiler room can include a stack sensor, sump pump float sensor, boiler feed meter, entry sensor, and more. Additionally, wireless temperature sensors throughout the building provide the most important data for controlling heat efficiently. With extended range and 10 year battery life, our sensors are easy to install in buildings old and new.
Internet Heating Control Saves Co-Op More Than 45% On Fuel Consumption
The case study for 15 Hill Park Ave. Co-Op in Great Neck, NY, highlights the challenges of managing heating systems in a 100-unit building. Despite installing a Heat-Timer® MPC Platinum control, complaints persisted due to manual adjustments. Richard Walden, an engineer on the board, suggested upgrading to internet-enabled controls with wireless sensors. This improved monitoring, data collection, and system balance,
Ultimately cutting heating costs by nearly 50% and saving over $25,000annually. Remote access further enhancedmanagement efficiency & resident comfort.
Have Questions? Contact Us
Our heating experts are standing by to help you navigate to the perfect control system for your building. For faster service, call us immediately at 973-575-4004.