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| Use case | Typical output | See the full guide |
|---|---|---|
| Workshops, garages, small workspaces | 1.3kW–3kW | Workshop Heaters Commercial Garage Heaters |
| Warehouses, factories, high ceilings | 4.5kW–9kW | Warehouse Heating Factory Heating |
| Hazardous, dusty or explosive-risk zones | 2kW (ATEX-rated) | ATEX Heating |
| Churches, halls, high-ceiling public buildings | 3kW–20kW (chandelier options available) | Church Heating |
| Yachts, ferries, marine environments | 2kW (marine-grade) | Marine & Yacht Heaters |
| Outdoor and semi-outdoor spaces | Varies by area | Outdoor Heating |
Our heaters come equipped with varied kW outputs, with 2kW and 3kW infrared heaters being among the most popular options for heating an industrial space. However, you can also include a heater controller within your quote, which allows precise adjustment of the heat being released from the infrared heater.
SunSwitch only supplies the safest shortwave infrared heaters you can buy, including the only ATEX-approved infrared heater in the world, suitable for potentially explosive environments. The infrared rays released by our heaters don’t output UV, which means they’re perfectly safe for use in a wide range of commercial spaces.
We make your quote as bespoke as possible, which includes any additional controllers and sensors you’ll need to enjoy the full benefit of your brand-new shortwave infrared heaters. Once you submit a quote request with the products you require, we’ll be in touch very soon with a personalised quote and any further recommendations our expert team may have.
Nothing; “sun heater” is just another name for the same shortwave infrared technology, so called because it warms people and surfaces directly, the way sunlight does, rather than heating the surrounding air. We call this HeatLogik® technology across our product range.
Yes, SunSwitch’s free design and quote service will recommend the right output and model based on your space’s size, ceiling height and use, rather than you having to work it out from the range alone.
Nothing, they’re the same technology. “Infrared heater” is the same thing as an “electric radiant heater”, but you get three common types of Infrared technology: Long-Wave, Medium-Wave, and Short-Wave. SunSwitch specialise in shortwave infrared heaters because it’s the most efficient and effective infrared technology to use within difficult-to-heat industrial spaces. We have coined this technology our SunSwitch HeatLogik® Infrared heating systems.
Directly from SunSwitch. Browse our full range of SunSwitch HeatLogik® Infrared heaters above, with UK-wide delivery and a two-year warranty on every heater.
Infrared heats people and surfaces directly rather than warming the surrounding air, which conventional convection and fan heaters rely on. Because none of the output is wasted heating air that then escapes or rises, infrared heating can save up to 90% on running costs compared to conventional systems.
Infrared heaters have no naked flame and don’t emit CO2, which makes them a cleaner option than gas heating. As with any heater, direct contact with the heating element should be avoided, and heaters should be mounted or positioned with appropriate clearance. SunSwitch’s design and quote service can advise on safe positioning for your specific space.
It depends on the space, smaller offices and workspaces typically suit a 1.3kW–2kW unit, while larger commercial areas need more output. See the “which heater is right for your space” guide above, or get a free design and quote for a specific recommendation.
Very little is required, SunSwitch HeatLogik infrared heaters are virtually maintenance-free, with elements rated for up to 4,000 hours of use. Keeping the heater and reflector free of dust build-up is the main task; there’s no ongoing servicing of the kind gas or convection systems require.
Timer and PIR-based controllers are available across SunSwitch’s range—see Controls & Sensors or add one to your quote when you get in touch.
Infrared heating doesn’t rely on air movement, so it doesn’t recirculate dust, allergens or airborne bacteria the way fan or convection heating can—a genuine consideration for shared public spaces. The infrared rays used don’t emit UV.
Yes, in many of the spaces SunSwitch supplies—workshops, warehouses, churches and similar buildings—infrared is used as the primary heating method, not just a supplement. Whether it’s right as your sole heating source depends on the specific building and use case; our design and quote service can advise.
Installation should always be carried out by a qualified electrician in line with current UK wiring regulations, and any site-specific risk assessment (for example, DSEAR requirements in a classified hazardous area) should inform which heater is appropriate, see our ATEX heating guide for hazardous zones specifically.
Yes, but generally, remote-controlled heaters are for domestic use. Industrial heating requires more practical, functional, and robust controls that are normally hard wired in for reliability. Using temperature and motion sensors can enable you to automate control and operation of heaters, increasing their efficiency and preventing heaters being left on indefinitely. See controls & Sensors for full range.
Running costs vary by output and usage, but infrared heating typically costs significantly less to run than gas or convection alternatives because none of the heat is wasted. See our full running cost breakdown for detailed figures.
Most of SunSwitch’s range supports adjustable output via a compatible controller—see Controls & Sensors, or ask for a controller to be included with your quote.
Infrared heating doesn’t move air, so it doesn’t circulate dust, allergens or airborne particles the way convection or fan heating does—a genuine air-quality advantage in enclosed or shared spaces.
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