Commercial & Industrial Heaters

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Heaters come in all types, sizes and applications. There are portable heaters, wall mount heaters, ceiling mount heaters, radiant heaters and stationary heaters. Ceiling fans, pedestal floor fans, or wall circulator fans can help in circulating the heat in a given space. Sizing the proper heater to a space is important in order to experience the most benefit. Heaters are rated in BTU's (British Thermal Units). Industri... Read More!

Selecting The Right Portable Utility/Shop Heater

Utility and shop heaters are intended to heat smaller spaces or be used as a temporary or spot heating. Typically you will use these in a smaller space for comfort heating or when you don’t want to heat up the whole garage but just yourself in a specific work area of a larger garage.

Your Structure

The key to comfort heating a space is to keep the heat you are making. Good insulation creates comfortable spaces and lower energy usage. Windows and door seal kits can reduce cold air entering or warm air leaving. Calking cracks and gaps in the building will help the heater do a better job keeping the heat inside the building.

Sizing

1500 watts for 200 sq. ft., 4000 watts for 500 sq. ft., 4800 for 600 sq. ft. This is with good insulation. Lower insulation will require you to have more than one heater in a space. For spot heating a person typically the 4800 watt heater will do the best job. For dry out applications of construction sites and paint the lower 4000 watt units with high airflow and lower heat work best.

Ceiling Height

The higher the ceiling the less effective a portable heater is. Hot air rises to the roof very quickly when an undersized heater is placed into a large space. This would be to heat a person only at a close range and not intended to heat the building. 8 to 10 ft. in height is the maximum for the 4000 to 4800 watt range of portables for comfort heating and 8 ft. for the 1500 watt units.

Horizontal Mount

Smaller rooms can be heated by one unit heater. Where two walls are exposed heaters should be mounted as shown below.In larger rooms, units should be located so air streams wipe exposed walls without blowing at them. Units should be located so the airstream of one supports that of another thus setting up a circulatory air movement. (Distance between units to be approximately 1 times published air throw).Units should not be mounted horizontally in areas having ceiling heights in excess of 10 to 12 feet.

Vertical Mount

Units should be mounted vertically in high bay areas where they may not otherwise interfere with assorted material or handling equipment. Heaters should be situated to provide free air circulation. Size and selection of units should be based on recommended mounting height. Unit heaters are frequently used to combat cold air inrush when loading dock doors are opened. For such applications, one or more units should be arranged to blow warm air vertically in front of opening.

Mounting Limitations

Unit heaters should not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres. The finish is not intended for direct salt spray exposure in marine applications or the highly corrosive atmospheres of swimming pools, chemical storage bins, etc. Please refer to the factory for explosion proof or marine application heater information.Do not install unit heaters above recommended maximum mounting height. See chart for height information. Obstructions must not block unit heater air inlet or discharge. To prevent possible injury heaters must be mounted at least 6 feet above the floor to prevent accidental contact with heating element or fan blade.

HOW TO HEAT A GARAGE

Whether you happen to live somewhere cold and want to be able to get into a warm car without braving the chill or you’re looking to convert your garage into something else – a room, a shop, etc. – heat is something you’ve probably considered adding to the garage space.

Garages are typically not part of a house’s heating system and often have minimal insulation, making them chilly and uncomfortable when the weather turns cold. Keeping the garage warm in the winter is an essential requirement for year-round use and comfort.

The fact is, even if you are not using the garage for any additional purpose, your car or whatever you have stored should be kept warm when the temperatures go down.

Of course, your main use or purpose for your garage will dictate what kind of heating options you should consider, especially if you will be spending more time there.

Not all options to heat or keep your garage warm require something grand. At times, it is also enough to look at and improve the construction of the garage itself. In detail, here are some easy steps you can take.

ASSESS YOUR NEEDS

Perhaps the first hurdle you’ll have to cross is determining how difficult it will be to heat your garage space. The size of the garage is a huge factor, as well as just how cold it gets in your neck of the woods. In addition, you have to consider how well insulated the garage is or if you’re willing to renovate the garage to add additional insulation.

ASSESSING THE SPACE

1. Check The Walls And The Flooring

The materials used during the construction will determine how good it performs in cold weather. For example, most garages have concrete floors and open studded walls, which is, unfortunately, not the best if you want a warm place to hang out during winter. You will have a hard time keeping it warm, so insulating is recommended.

2. Install The Right Insulation

Despite the wrong materials on the walls, you can make up for it by insulating it and the ceiling. There are a few options to use depending on how you want to use your garage. There are insulation batts, as well as blown-in insulation that you can install between wall studs. On top, you can use plywood, drywall or other types of paneling. If you are planning to use the space for longer periods of time or as a living area, then blown-in insulation is the best option. It is energy efficient and has a higher R-value compared to foam batts or rolls.

Even if you are not using the garage as much, insulating it still makes sense so that draft will be prevented from coming in. It will also keep the garage from losing any heating you use.

3. Improve The Flooring

In many cases, the original concrete flooring in garages is normally left as it is because upgrading it will be a waste of money. However, because more and more people are using it for other purposes, it becomes necessary to change it as concrete floors get very cold and make any heating unsuccessful. If you plan to keep the garage as warm as the rest of your home, you should go for wooden flooring, otherwise, carpet tiles or floor mats might be enough. If you do not need to really warm it, you can just use a huge throw rug to cover the cold concrete during winter.

4. Check Your Garage Door

Whatever heating you install will not work if your is letting the heat out and the cold air in. Ensuring its good working condition will also assure you that the heat stays inside. You might want to opt for a steel door that is insulated. They are very durable and also have foam core insulation to keep the cold out, which is why it is quite energy efficient. Just make sure you check for any drafts and if you feel some cold air coming in, you can install some weather-stripping at the sides and the bottom.

5. Heating Your Garage: Garage Heater Solutions

Before You Shop

First answer a few questions about your garage and your needs. Considering these questions will help you find a heater that will efficiently warm your space.

Do you plan on constantly heating the space?
Do you need to move your heater from place to place?
Do you need a focused heat for a work space?

Permanently Mounted Garage Heaters

To keep your whole garage warm and toasty, a hard-wired permanently mounted garage heater is essential and offers an efficient way to maintain a steady supply of hot air. Our fan-forced electric garage heaters are perfect for garages, workshops, basements and crawl spaces. These tough, rugged, high performance heaters will keep your workspace warm and you comfortable while working.
Hard-wired garage heaters connected to your home’s electrical system. To do this, you will run a sheathed cable from your circuit breaker box to the heater.
Many heaters include an in-built thermostat to control the temperature. If you want to use a remote thermostat, you’ll run the cable from the breaker box to the thermostat and then from the thermostat to the unit. Once all the wiring is done, your new garage heater will run off your home’s electric system and you’ll never need to worry about it again.
Always remember, if you’re not comfortable with wiring call an electrician to do the job for you.

Portable Plug-In Space Heaters

If you don’t spend much time out there, a temporary heating solution may be just what you need to warm it up when needed. Looking to warm your hands while you wait for your car to warm up in the morning or to accomplish a quick project on the work bench? A portable space heater is an easy solution for quick, focused heat in one area.

Wall Mounted Radiant Heaters

Ideal for spot heating, infrared heaters provide radiant heat that warms people without heating the surrounding air. They provide directional heat, down where you need it.

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