Modular buildings are revolutionising the construction industry in the UK, offering speed, efficiency, and sustainability. As this sector grows, innovative technologies such as infrared heating are becoming essential. Infrared heating systems align with the core principles of modular construction and address specific challenges such as energy efficiency and space optimisation. Here’s how infrared heating can benefit modular buildings in the UK:
Energy efficiency
Infrared heating systems directly warm objects, surfaces, and people rather than heating the air. This targeted approach minimises energy wastage and ensures consistent, effective heating. With energy costs continually rising and the Government’s drive to reduce carbon footprint in construction, infrared heating provides a sustainable solution. Modular buildings fitted with concealed infrared panels can achieve lower energy consumption, helping save on utility bills.
Space-saving design
One of the key advantages of modular construction is the ability to maximise usable space, which is often a premium in apartments or social housing. Our EcoHeatwave infrared heating panels are concealed, freeing up valuable floor space. In constructing multiple spaces, infrared heating, such as EcoHeatwave, eradicates the need to find space for alternative solutions, such as air-source heat pumps, which are often bulky. A specific challenge in constructing apartments or multiple units is locating energy meters. EcoHeatwave works with electricity, eliminating the need for gas meters and their storage within the building space.
Fast installation
Speed sits at the heart of modular construction, and infrared heating complements this principle. Unlike traditional heating systems that require extensive pipework and radiators, infrared panels are easy to install. This simplicity reduces the overall construction time and allows for seamless integration into prefabricated modules.
Sustainability and renewable integration
Infrared heating is compatible with renewable energy sources such as solar panels, making it a forward-thinking choice for environmentally conscious projects. Many modular building manufacturers in the UK aim to create net-zero energy units, and combining infrared heating with renewables can help achieve this goal.
Durability and low maintenance
Infrared panels have minimal moving parts and are highly durable, resulting in a long lifespan and low maintenance requirements. Infrared heating is the ideal choice for modular buildings, which are often designed for rapid deployment and minimal upkeep.
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