Industrial Infrared Heating – Targeted Warmth for Large Spaces
Heating large buildings presents particular challenges. Extensive floor areas, high ceilings and the resulting volume of air can make it difficult to maintain comfortable temperatures using conventional heating systems. VASNER industrial infrared heating panels use a different principle. Instead of relying primarily on heated air, the powerful panels emit intensive radiant heat that takes effect directly within the targeted area. This means there is no need to heat the entire volume of air first in order to provide comfortable warmth.
This makes industrial infrared heating an attractive electric heating solution for commercial and industrial buildings, workshops, production facilities and storage areas. The heating panels are also suitable for buildings outside the industrial sector that present similar heating challenges, including churches, chapels and spacious event venues. This makes them a versatile solution for a wide range of commercial, industrial and public applications.
How Does Industrial Infrared Heating Work?
While many conventional heating systems distribute warmth primarily by heating the surrounding air, industrial infrared heating uses radiant heat. Infrared radiation reaches surfaces and people within the heated area, where the energy is converted into heat. This creates directly perceptible, comfortable radiant warmth.
This principle can be particularly beneficial in buildings with high ceilings. Warm air rises and, with air-based heating systems, can accumulate close to the ceiling. Infrared heating, by contrast, does not depend on heating the entire volume of air first. Instead, radiant heat can be directed towards the areas that are actually in use. This makes industrial infrared heating suitable both for heating larger spaces and for targeting specific work or occupied zones.
Unlike systems that heat the air and then distribute it throughout a building, for example with the aid of fans, infrared heating transfers energy through radiation. Heating and subsequently circulating large volumes of warm air is therefore not central to the heating principle. This is particularly relevant in large, high-ceilinged buildings where heated air naturally rises.
Electric Industrial Heating for Commercial Buildings and Large Spaces
VASNER high-power heating panels provide a versatile form of electric industrial heating. The technology is particularly suitable wherever high ceilings, large floor areas or different usage zones require flexible and effective heat distribution.
In production facilities and commercial buildings, radiant heat can be directed towards regularly occupied work areas. In workshops, infrared heating provides targeted warmth for the relevant working zones. Infrared technology can also be used as an electric heating solution for warehouses and other commercial premises. Production sites, factories and other industrial buildings can likewise benefit from a heating system designed around their specific requirements.
Industrial applications are not the only areas that can benefit from this heating principle. Churches and chapels often feature particularly high ceilings and large internal volumes. Event venues can also present specific heating requirements due to their architecture or changing patterns of use. Powerful infrared heating technology therefore offers a wide range of applications extending well beyond conventional industrial buildings.
Heating Large Spaces Efficiently – Warmth Where It Is Needed
When planning the heating of a large building, heating output is not the only consideration. How the generated heat is used within the space is equally important. Conventional air-based heating systems use energy to heat large volumes of air. Depending on the height of the building, its insulation and how it is used, this can present a particular challenge in large spaces.
Rather than using a central heating system to heat large volumes of air throughout an entire building, electric infrared heating takes a different approach. Radiant heat can be directed towards designated areas, providing warmth at workplaces or other regularly occupied zones. Particularly where only certain areas are in use, this can avoid heating the entire volume of a building solely to provide warmth in a limited working or occupied area. How efficiently a heating system operates in a particular building and the output required will always depend on factors such as room size, ceiling height, insulation, desired temperature and actual usage.
Operating times are another important consideration when planning the heating system. If individual work areas are used only at certain times or on particular days of the week, targeted heating control can be beneficial. Instead of keeping every area permanently warm, operation can be adapted to actual heating demand. This can help avoid unnecessary energy consumption and support economical operation.
High-Power Infrared Heating Panels for Large and High-Ceilinged Spaces
Heating large areas requires an appropriate level of heating output. VASNER high-power infrared heating panels are specifically designed for applications where intensive radiant heat is required. Their understated black finish allows them to blend into a wide variety of commercial, industrial and public interiors.
The heating panels can be installed either on the ceiling or high on a wall. For wall installation, a minimum mounting height of 1.80 m must be observed. A distance of at least 1–1.5 m must also always be maintained between the heating surface and people in the room. Appropriate positioning and orientation allow the radiant heat to be planned according to the requirements of the individual application.
Unlike portable heaters, the infrared heating panels are permanently installed in the designated area. Wall or ceiling mounting keeps valuable floor space free and allows the radiant heat to be directed towards the required zones. The number, positioning and required output of the panels should always be matched to the building conditions and individual heating requirements.
Industrial Infrared Heating with Flexible Temperature Control
Depending on the version, the high-power infrared heating panels are available with or without an integrated VASNER RX wireless receiver. Models featuring RX technology can be incorporated into a compatible VASNER wireless thermostat system. Versions without integrated wireless control can instead be combined with a suitable external control system.
This allows industrial infrared heating to be controlled according to the individual building and usage concept. Demand-based control is particularly useful in large commercial and industrial spaces, where production schedules, working areas or the actual use of individual zones may vary.
Depending on the heating concept, larger areas can be controlled centrally or divided into individual heating zones. Decentralised or zone-based control is particularly useful where different temperatures or operating times are required within the same building. This allows the heating system to be adapted to actual operations and individual requirements.
Infrared Heating Panels or Industrial Infrared Heaters – Which Is the Right Solution?
In addition to the high-power heating panels offered here, VASNER also offers powerful industrial infrared heaters from the InduxLine range for professional applications. Both product types use infrared radiation but differ in their design and therefore offer different options for supplying heat. While the flat high-power heating panels generate radiant heat across a large surface and integrate discreetly into walls or ceilings, InduxLine infrared heaters provide an alternative solution for targeted heating in industrial and commercial environments.
Which product – or which combination of heating panels and infrared heaters – is best suited to a particular project depends on factors including the building structure, ceiling height, floor area and intended use. This allows an appropriate infrared heating solution to be planned for a wide variety of requirements.
Industrial Infrared Heating as an Electric Alternative to Conventional Heating Systems
A variety of systems are available for heating large commercial and industrial buildings, ranging from gas, oil and diesel heating to warm-air systems, water-based heating, heat pumps and electric heating solutions. Which system is most appropriate in each case depends heavily on the building, its energy performance and how the space is used.
Radiant heaters and dark radiant heaters are also traditionally used to heat large industrial spaces. These systems differ in terms of energy source, heat distribution, installation, control and operation. While diesel and gas heaters rely on fuel, for example, electric heating systems use electricity as their energy source. The initial purchase price should therefore not be the only consideration when selecting a heating system. Running costs, energy consumption, required heating output and the specific conditions within the building are also important factors.
Industrial infrared heating is particularly notable for its direct heating principle. Instead of distributing heat throughout a building via air or a water-based system, electrical energy is converted directly into intensive infrared radiant heat. This makes the technology particularly interesting for high-ceilinged spaces and buildings where selected areas need to be heated in a targeted manner.
There is therefore no single answer as to which heating solution will provide the greatest efficiency and cost-effectiveness for every building. Factors including floor area and ceiling height, insulation, usage, operating hours, desired temperature and the available energy supply all need to be considered alongside the type of heating system. Careful planning helps ensure that the heating system is appropriately sized for actual demand while avoiding unnecessarily high energy consumption.
Industrial Heating for New Buildings and Renovation Projects
Whether planning a new commercial building or the energy-efficient renovation of an existing property, the choice of heating system should be considered at an early stage. In existing buildings in particular, structural conditions, existing heating systems and different usage zones can influence which new heating solution can be implemented effectively. Electric infrared heating offers the advantage of generating warmth without a water-based pipe system, while individual panels can be positioned according to actual heating requirements.
In new buildings, the heating output, number and positioning of the panels should likewise be planned according to the specific heating demand. Professional system design helps ensure efficient operation and that the required warmth is delivered to the intended areas.
VASNER Industrial Infrared Heating – Powerful Technology for Professional Applications
Whether used in a commercial building, workshop, production area, warehouse, church, chapel or event venue, VASNER industrial infrared heating panels combine high heating output with the targeted effect of modern infrared technology. Flexible wall or ceiling installation and a range of temperature control options allow the heating system to be adapted to a wide variety of spatial and operational requirements.
As a manufacturer of infrared heating panels and infrared heaters, VASNER offers a range of products for electric heating in domestic, commercial and professional environments. The products are developed and tested for their intended applications. Fast shipping, which is free of charge for eligible orders, also ensures that your new heating system is delivered conveniently to you.
VASNER industrial infrared heating therefore provides a modern electric heating solution for professional applications where large floor areas, high ceilings or particular architectural conditions require effective and targeted warmth.
FAQ – Industrial Infrared Heating
What is the best way to heat a large industrial or commercial space?
The most suitable heating system depends on factors including the size and height of the building, its insulation, how it is used, the desired temperature and which areas need to be heated. Industrial infrared heating is particularly interesting where heat needs to be delivered directly to specific working or occupied areas without first heating the entire volume of air within the building.
How does industrial infrared heating work?
Industrial infrared heating generates radiant heat. Rather than primarily heating the surrounding air, infrared radiation acts on surfaces and people within the targeted area. This makes the heating principle particularly suitable for large, high-ceilinged spaces where heating the entire volume of air can require considerable energy.
Is electric industrial infrared heating efficient?
Electric infrared heating converts electrical energy directly into heat and allows warmth to be targeted where it is required. This principle can offer particular advantages in high-ceilinged buildings or where heating is divided into individual zones. Actual energy efficiency and electricity consumption, however, always depend on the building, its insulation, required heating output, operating times and desired temperature.
Can infrared heating be used to heat individual areas within a large building?
Yes. One of the key advantages of infrared heating is the ability to direct radiant heat towards specific areas. Workplaces or regularly occupied zones can therefore be heated without having to warm the entire volume of the building solely for these areas.
Are industrial infrared heating panels suitable for workshops?
Yes. Powerful infrared heating panels can also be used for electric workshop heating. Their direct radiant heat is particularly useful in workshops with high ceilings or clearly defined working areas.
What is the difference between high-power infrared heating panels and industrial infrared heaters?
Both heating solutions use infrared radiation but differ in their design and potential applications. High-power infrared heating panels generate radiant heat across a large surface and can be installed flat against a wall or ceiling. With its InduxLine industrial infrared heaters, VASNER also offers powerful radiant heaters for professional industrial and commercial applications. Which solution is more suitable depends on the building conditions and intended use.
Where can high-power infrared heating panels be used?
High-power infrared heating panels are suitable for commercial and industrial buildings, workshops, production areas, warehouses, churches, chapels and event venues, among other applications. The individual building conditions, required heating output and intended use must always be taken into account when planning the heating system.
Can the infrared heating panels be installed on walls and ceilings?
Yes. VASNER high-power infrared heating panels can be installed either on the ceiling or high on a wall. For wall installation, a minimum mounting height of 1.80 m must be observed. A distance of at least 1–1.5 m must also always be maintained between the heating surface and people in the room.
How is the industrial infrared heating controlled?
Depending on the model, VASNER high-power infrared heating panels are available with or without an integrated RX wireless receiver. Models featuring RX technology can be controlled using a compatible VASNER wireless thermostat system. A suitable external control system can be used with versions without integrated wireless control.
What colour are VASNER high-power infrared heating panels?
VASNER high-power infrared heating panels are available in black. Their understated dark finish allows the panels to blend into a wide range of industrial, commercial and public interiors.
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