Industrial Unit
Heating Solutions
From small trade units to larger light industrial spaces, we provide efficient, reliable, and affordable heating solutions tailored to industrial buildings of all sizes. Our goal is to ensure optimal comfort for employees and protection for equipment while keeping operational costs low and supporting sustainable energy use wherever possible.
THE CHALLENGE
Why Industrial Units Need the Right Heating
Industrial units come in all shapes and sizes, from small trade workshops and storage spaces to larger light industrial facilities. They often have limited insulation, roller shutter doors, high ceilings relative to their floor area, and mixed-use layouts where workspace, storage, and office areas share the same building. Getting the heating right means balancing comfort, cost, and efficiency in a building that was not always designed with heating in mind.
Poor Insulation
Many industrial units have minimal insulation, single-skin cladding, or older construction that allows heat to escape quickly, making them expensive to keep warm.
Roller Shutter Doors
Regular use of roller shutter doors for deliveries and vehicle access allows cold air in and warm air out, creating sudden temperature drops and draughts.
Budget Constraints
Industrial tenants and small businesses need cost-effective heating with low installation costs and affordable running costs. The system must deliver value without overcomplicating the setup.
Mixed-Used Layouts
Workspace, storage, and office areas under one roof, each with different heating needs. The system must deliver comfort where people work without wasting energy heating unoccupied storage areas.
RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS
How We Heat Industrial Units
The most effective approach for industrial units depends on the size of the building, the available fuel supply, and the budget. Options range from simple, cost-effective warm air and radiant systems to more advanced hybrid heat pump solutions for businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint and running costs.
Warm Air
Warm air heaters offer simple, cost-effective heating for industrial units of all sizes. Designed for easy installation, minimal maintenance, and low running costs, they are ideal for businesses looking for budget-friendly yet dependable heating. Gas-fired, oil-fired, electric, and LPHW models are available to suit different fuel availability and building setups.
Hybrid Heat Pump
The Apen AquaPump combines an air source heat pump with a condensing gas boiler, delivering exceptional energy efficiency and minimal running costs. Paired with LPHW unit heaters, it provides precise temperature control and long-term cost savings. It is particularly well suited to businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining consistent heating.
Radiant Heating
Radiant heaters warm people and surfaces directly without heating the surrounding air, making them particularly efficient in poorly insulated buildings where warm air would escape quickly. They are ideal for zone heating in industrial units, delivering targeted warmth to specific work areas without the cost of heating the entire building volume.
Destratification
Even in smaller industrial units, warm air rises and accumulates at ceiling level, leaving cold air at floor level where staff work. Destratification fans recirculate this trapped warm air back down to the occupied zone, recovering heat that would otherwise be wasted. This improves comfort, reduces running costs, and means your heating system does not have to work as hard to maintain temperature.
Air Curtains
Industrial units with roller shutter doors or frequently used access doors lose significant heat every time they open. Air curtains create an invisible barrier of air across the doorway, preventing cold air from rushing in and warm air from escaping. This reduces heat loss, cuts the energy needed to recover temperature, and keeps draughts away from work areas.
Cooling
For industrial units that need cooling as well as heating, the ColdAir evaporative cooler provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional air conditioning. Using only single-phase electricity and a water supply, it is economical to install and operate. Available for wall or roof mounting, it delivers flexible cooling for small to medium-sized units.
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