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| Infrared Heating |
Electric infrared is the most precise heating system available on the market. Used mostly for spot heating, infrared radiation (IR) warms people and objects directly on contact, without being absorbed by the ambient air. What's more, it is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Not to mention that electric infrared is more efficient than competing technologies and keeps energy losses to a minimum.
No matter what the application, electric infrared is your best bet since it transfers heat instantly and efficiently, where and when you want.
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Did you know?
Electric infrared heaters are more energy efficient than gas-fired infrared units.
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| A warehouse loading dock heated by means of ceiling-mounted emitter arrays. |
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If you're leaning toward an IR solution, Hydro-Québec can provide invaluable assistance. Simply contact our representative, who will visit your facility and recommend the best option based on an analysis of your requirements.
Our representative will then put you in touch with one of the three suppliers that have signed a service agreement with Hydro-Québec. Each of our partners is a reputable firm whose products have been tested by our energy technologies laboratory (LTE) and met our performance criteria.
To help you design a system tailored to your application, the supplier will take into account the ambient temperature, the desired comfort level (target surface temperature) and the volume (m3) of the objects or persons to be heated. These parameters will determine how many heaters you need as well as their power rating, layout and positioning.
| Manufacturer |
Québec Distributor |
Contact |
Information |
| CCI Thermal Technologies |
CCI Thermal Technologies |
Frédérick Falstrault |
514 334-3720
ffalstrault@ccithermal.com |
| Fostoria LTD |
Technirep Marketing inc. |
Guy Chabot |
450 628-3030
guychabot@technirep.ca |
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See what infrared can do for you:
- Instantaneous heat transfer where and when you want
- Compact design and simple installation
- Clean and safe: because there's no combustion involved or ventilation required, they produce no odors, condensation, dust or noise
- Easy to use and maintain
- Ability to control operating cycles and settings through the use of timers and/or dimmers
- No greenhouse gas emissions
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Main applications and potential benefits
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| Applications |
Challenges |
Solutions |
- Businesses, industrial sites, factories and warehouses
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- Large areas
- Isolated work stations
- Work stations only used occasionally
- High ceilings
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- Heat work areas only
when needed
- Reduce the ambient temperature
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- Simultaneous heating and refrigeration
- Large area
- High ceilings
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- Heat stands only
- Reduce the ambient temperature in order to preserve ice quality
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- Frequent opening of roll-up doors
- Cold drafts
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- Ensure employees' comfort
- Reduce heat loss caused by warm air escaping outdoors
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- Intermittent use
- Little insulation
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- Ensure employees' comfort
- Minimize heating costs
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- Gymnasiums and recreational centres
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- Large areas
- Varying comfort requirements
- Intermittent and diverse use of premises
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- Ensure users' comfort regardless of the type of activity
- Heat only occupied areas
- Reduce the ambient temperature
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| Applications |
Challenges |
Solutions |
- Hotels, restaurants, ski resorts, golf clubs, etc.
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- Customers sensitive to temperature variations
- Strong competition
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- Heat terraces, solariums, pool and outdoor waiting areas
- Optimize use of exterior facilities
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- Self-serve gas stations, drive-through restaurants
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- Intermittent use of service areas by customers
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- Heat gas pumps instantly as needed
- Ensure the comfort of both customers and staff
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- Customers sensitive to temperature variations
- Stall attendants stationary
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- Adapt heating to meet the needs of both customers and stall attendants
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- Bus terminal and train station platforms
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- Drafts
- Waiting passengers stationary
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- Heat waiting passengers directly
- Maximize their comfort
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- Seasonal use
- Performers and equipment sensitive to weather conditions
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- Choose a heating system that's easy to remove and reconfigure
- Ensure performers' comfort
- Protect equipment against cold and humidity
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