Why Traditional Warm Air Unit Heaters Remain the Smart Choice for Industrial Heating in the Age of Going Green

The True Cost of Green Heating Alternatives

Electric and renewable heating systems, such as air source and ground source heat pumps, can offer lower carbon emissions under the right conditions. However, for most large industrial spaces, these systems come with significant financial and practical challenges:

• High capital cost: The purchase and installation cost can be several times that of a gas or oil-fired heating system.

• Long payback period: Even with government incentives, the return on investment can extend beyond a decade.

• Complex installation: Additional ductwork, floor space, and infrastructure are often required.

• Limited suitability: Heat pumps struggle to maintain efficiency in very large or poorly insulated industrial spaces.

For many sites, the combination of high initial investment and operational complexity makes fully electric heating impractical.

Apen Gas-Fired Warm Air Unit Heaters

The Apen range of gas-fired warm air unit heaters — including the LRN, LRP, and LK models — are engineered to provide exceptional performance and energy efficiency across a wide variety of industrial and commercial environments.

Key features and benefits include:

• High seasonal efficiency (up to and exceeding 90%), helping to reduce fuel consumption and running costs.

• Modulating burners that automatically adjust output to match heating demand, improving comfort and efficiency.

• Compact, versatile design suitable for wall or ceiling mounting, offering installation flexibility for different building layouts.

• Durable construction for long service life in industrial conditions.

• Low NOx emissions for improved environmental performance.

• Compatibility with smart controls and thermostats to optimise energy management and reduce wastage.

• Quick, even heat distribution, making them ideal for large open spaces such as factories, workshops, and warehouses.

The Apen LRN, LRP, and LK models provide a proven, efficient, and low-maintenance solution for businesses looking to heat their premises effectively while keeping operational costs under control.

Hadar Fornax Oil-Fired Warm Air Unit Heaters

For sites without access to mains gas, the Hadar Fornax oil-fired warm air unit heater is an excellent alternative, delivering reliable and efficient heating performance.

Key features and benefits include:

• High thermal efficiency, ensuring maximum heat output from every litre of oil used.

• Robust steel construction for durability and long operational life.

• Advanced combustion technology for clean, efficient burning and reduced emissions.

• Consistent and controllable heat, maintaining comfortable working conditions even in large or exposed areas.

• Simple installation and servicing, making it ideal for remote or rural locations.

• Flexible configuration options, including floor-mounted and suspended versions to suit different building layouts.

• Proven reliability under demanding industrial operating conditions.

The Hadar Fornax range is particularly well-suited to manufacturing sites, agricultural buildings, and workshops that rely on oil as their primary fuel source.