The Joy of Infrared Heating
Infrared Heating advantages and savings for property owners in the 2020s
As gas and oil heating are being phased out an alternative source has to be found otherwise there will be no heating in new or retrofit properties. Heat pumps, hydrogen and bio mass could be considered as alternatives but they have too many downsides including the inconvenience of installation, use, and also cost precludes them from being a viable replacement for most consumers.
Infrared heating is therefore the obvious choice and we will explain why.
Optimal room climate
Heat4All Infrared heaters use less energy than traditional heating by gas or oil or other forms of electric heating. Traditional heating warms the air providing air circulation but as a result gives away a lot of thermal energy. Additionally, there are energy losses of between 30 and 40 per cent caused by room ventilation. Further, with infrared heating being direct heat radiation, occupants of any room will perceive the room heat to be 2 to 3 degrees warmer.
Balanced temperature field
Heat4All Infrared heaters focus on walls, ceilings, people and furniture and not air. Therefore, the heat is stored in those objects and provides heat for a longer period. Consequently, the infrared heaters need only be working for around 5 hours a day to cover a heating period of 24 hours. It does of course depend on the individual heat demand which varies from property to property however, in new builds, it should be consistent with the better insulation. Infrared heaters ensure room temperature control resulting in a balanced temperature field in every room.
Extra comfort with radio thermostats
Radio thermostats ensure that heating can be controlled as required. IR heating is communicated with by radio link. The thermostat consists of a transmitter and a receiver which is installed between the heater and socket. The thermostat provides for up to 6 different temperature changes a day and can be customised for every day of the week. It follows that with its targeted settings energy consumption and costs will be reduced considerably.
High radiation efficiency and low warm-up phase
Radiation efficiency indicates how much of the heat radiation is emitted by a heat wave heater in the room. The total radiation efficiency of Heat4All IR panels as measured by the Technical University of Stuttgart is 71%. After just 4 minutes the IR panels reach a surface temperature of 60 degrees and achieve the required room temperature in a very short time. Despite the rapid warm-up phase IT prevents the risk of burns if the panels are touched.
No heat loss and cost savings
Heat4All infrared heaters generate the required heat directly in the installation room thus preventing heat loss which other heating systems provide. Heat4All IR heaters with their sophisticated technology and special powder coating provide infrared reflecting insulation. This combination ensures better utilization of thermal energy thus being more effective and efficient and reducing heating costs.
Conclusion
The installation of Heat4All Infrared panels made in Austria with a 5-year Warranty are a must for all new builds and indeed old builds where owners are wanting to update their heating and join the 21st Century.