The modern infrared radiators not only heat up their immediate environment quickly, but economically as well. Because they convert a large part of the energy they use into direct heat, IR radiators are particularly energy efficient. They are, precisely for this reason, perfectly suited as a standby heating solution. They can be ideally used for commercial heating applications wherever isolated heat is needed immediately after being switched on – for example in construction site containers, workshops, warehouses or stables.
Infrared radiant heaters are available in many different designs for inside and outside. When selecting a suitable device, a decisive factor is, of course, to know whether the desired radiant heater is allowed to get wet at its mounting or installation site or is exposed to a lot of dust. Trotec’s product range also includes infrared radiators, which, due to their dust-proof characteristics, can be used in industrial facilities with a high dust concentration or can withstand jets of water from all sides undamaged. Learn in the sixth part of our “Heating’ guide how infrared radiators work and why they can be practically used just about anywhere.
Infrared radiators – how they work
The intense infrared heat is produced with 100% efficiency – clean, odourless and noiseless as well as suitable for allergy sufferers with no dust blown around. Modern infrared radiant heaters produce direct warmth immediately after being switched on according to the same principle as natural sunshine. Unlike when using conventional heating devices, the infrared rays do not heat the room air but solid materials and objects they are directed at – such as walls, floors or ceilings. These store the heat for a longer period than air and then release it in the form of secondary radiation. Infrared radiation immediately generates a pleasant feeling of warmth on the skin, for example.
How infrared radiators are ideally used
Whether mounted to the wall or free-standing – infrared radiant heaters do not consume any oxygen and do not generate any combustion exhaust gases. That is why they can easily be used in environments with people or animals inside. Depending on the IP protection class, they are sealed against rain and dust and thus suitable for uncovered outdoor areas as well.
Especially for construction drying – infrared heating panels
Infrared heating panels are ideally suited for surface drying of walls in new buildings or following water damage, as they generate a dry (condensate-free) and heat radiation over a large surface. Solid masonry in particular can be dried more quickly than with traditional dehumidification. For drying larger surface areas, up to three TIH 350+ and TIH 650+ professional infrared heating panels can be combined quickly and securely into a stack.
Good to know: Infrared heaters …
- are ideally suited for selectively heating workspaces
- with 100% heat output, offer direct heat with no start-up time
- do not consume oxygen
- do not generate combustion exhaust gases
- produce clean and dry heat
- can be used indoors and outdoors depending on the IP protection class
- can be used in unventilated rooms with people and animals inside
- are suitable, as professional infrared heating panels, for accelerating construction drying
Trotec brand quality – infrared radiant heaters from 1.2 kW to 20 kW
- Click here see to an overview of the infrared radiant heaters as well as the professional infrared heating panels from Trotec.
- Or you can call our team of experts for a purchase at +49 2452 962-400 or for rent at +49 2452 962-160 or use our contact form. We provide advice when it comes to choosing one and answer your questions regarding all heating related topics.
Overview of the Trotec guide ‘Heating’
1/10 Direct oil heaters – can be used in well-ventilated indoor spaces and covered outdoor areas
2/10 Direct infrared oil heaters – precisely directed infrared heat radiation
3/10 Chimney oil heaters (indirect oil heaters) – exhaust-free heat for indoor use
4/10 Gas fan heaters – affordable heat for well-ventilated indoor spaces
5/10 Electrical hot air fans – convenient, safe, clean and fast heat
6/10 Infrared radiant heaters – heat right where it is needed with no warm-up time
7/10 Quick comparison – which heating type for which intended purpose?
8/10 HEATBOX – energy savings of up to 70 % when heating tents and halls
9/10 Accessories for heaters outside the home – solutions from Trotec
10/10 Calculating the required heat output – the online heat output calculator from Trotec
