A common question we get asked at Tansun is:
Zonal heating - cheaper to run?
As organisations look for cost-effective ways to reduce energy expenses, zonal heating emerges as an innovative solution. Tansun shed light on the applications, efficiency and affordability of zonal heating for commercial and industrial settings.
What is Zonal Heating?
Zonal heating involves the division of a building into separate, smaller areas and zones – each with its controllable heating system. By segmenting larger building spaces up, zonal heating promotes tailored temperature management, plus the improvement of comfort, efficiency and control within the indoor environment. For warehouses, zones can include loading and unloading areas where workers move goods, racking aisles and picking areas, packaging and manufacturing areas, dispatch and more. For churches, areas could include aisles, naves, atriums, altars and chapels. In both cases, not every area will need heating – leading to the forming of areas that can be zoned and warmed for better efficiency compared to warming the whole volume of space.
Traditional heating systems typically warm both the air and unoccupied areas, with heat escaping upwards through the process of convection. Though zonal heating can be achieved to an extent with conventional radiators and warm-air systems room-by-room, rising heat within spaces which are not well-insulated still results in wasted energy and substantial heat losses. Zonal heating therefore may be better achieved through more directional heating methods which heat objects and people rather than the whole building.
Infrared and Zonal Heating – Cheaper to Run?
Infrared heating is instant, efficient and directional – travelling in parallel lines. Not impacted by changes in air movements such as draughts and gusts of winds near opening and closing entryways into a building, infrared is perfect for warehouses, churches and many other applications. As a solution for zonal heating, infrared can be leveraged as part of an occupancy-based heating strategy, warming people within zones instead of heating unoccupied and unnecessary spaces. Studies point to the energy-saving potential of occupancy-based heating, finding that when electricity consumption was tied into occupancy schedule data, required energy for heating was then reduced saving substantially on costs.
Infrared and zonal heating can lead to numerous cost and energy-saving benefits as a combination, integrating occupancy habit information into defined zones with instant, efficient and directional infrared heating.
Why Choose Tansun for Zonal Heating:
- Cheaper to Run – With 100% efficiency at source and directional ability, Tansun infrared heaters warm objects and people directly, minimising heat loss and projecting heat to a defined area. As a result, Tansun heaters deliver optimal comfort at lower energy costs.
- Instant Heat – Without the need for any pre-heating, Tansun infrared heaters deliver instant heat even in draughtier zones such as within vast grade II historic buildings with high ceilings or in factories with constantly opening and closing roller shutter doors. As no warm-up time is needed, energy consumption is reduced contributing to cost savings and efficiency.
- Total Flexibility – Alongside zonal areas, Tansun heaters can be paired with an intelligent control system for complete modulation (dimming) within defined areas saving energy. Running our heaters at lower energy inputs whilst maintaining set point temperature – integrating a complete control system could lead to substantial energy savings. View our guide to factory heating to learn more about heating larger building types.
- Customisable Heating Zones – Tansun heaters offer flexibility in positioning to create customisable heating zones, allowing precise warmth where needed. Whether in a warehouse, factory, office or church, Tansun heaters provide tailored and bespoke configurable solutions for diverse spaces and heating requirements.
- Long-term Value – Built to last, Tansun heaters have been engineered in Britain for the last 40 years, making them a reliable, durable and powerful solution with zero servicing and maintenance requirements to consider.
By accurately zoning heating in line with usage patterns, Tansun heaters optimise energy efficiency whilst minimising energy wastage. A targeted approach to zonal heating ensures that heat is delivered only to the areas where warmth is needed, maximising cost savings whilst promoting comfort levels.
Tansun's zonal heating solutions offer unmatched efficiency and affordability, ideal for businesses striving to reduce energy expenses. With our expertise in zoning and energy-efficient technology, Tansun provides tailored heating solutions that meet the specific needs of each zone, ensuring comfort and cost savings. Contact us today to explore affordable heating options using zonal control.