Heating large, high-ceiling spaces is difficult and expensive.
Conventional warm air heating systems waste energy trying to warm the air in vast spaces that don’t retain the heat. When shutter doors open or loading bays are in use, cold air is drawn in and the warmth disappears instantly. Staff are left cold and uncomfortable, and energy bills spiral.
Heat the people, not the air.
Traditional convection systems heat the air and in a warehouse, most of that warm air rises quickly and escapes. This results in huge energy bills, inconsistent comfort, and poor return on investment.
The key is to heat where it's needed and that means warming people, not the air around them. That’s where infrared heating comes in.
Infrared panels and heaters emit radiant heat, just like the sun. That heat travels through the air and warms objects and people directly. It’s instant, efficient, and doesn’t waste energy heating the vast volume of unused space.
ARC’s infrared heating systems deliver targeted warmth to where it’s needed most - your people. Instead of trying to heat the entire warehouse, infrared heating can deliver spot heating for workstations and packing benches or heat islands for larger areas like picking zones.
Using occupancy sensors and smart zoning controls, we can heat only the areas in use.
Picking stations can be maintained at 15–17°C while storage areas stay unheated.
Open a loading bay?
The warmth stays with your staff, not the air.
Bonus: Infrared heaters can be suspended at height or wall-mounted; no ducting, no fan noise and zero maintenance.
| Infrared Heating | Warm Air Systems |
|---|---|
| Warms people directly = superior thermal comfort | People only warmed on contact with warm air |
| No heat loss when doors are opened | Warm air escapes instantly |
| Targeted heating areas | Whole space must be heated = wasted energy |
| Near zero maintenance | Regular servicing required |
| Fast response time | Slow to warm large spaces |
Spot heating that covers just 14% of the entire warehouse
Accurate controls provide comfort for staff in all areas
Integration with a 148kWp solar PV system
Check out the Pilot UK Office, Heating and Solar PV Case Study Below
If your warehouse includes office areas, infrared ceiling panels or wall-mounted units can provide clean, comfortable heat without impacting your warehouse layout.
For even more flexibility, consider combining infrared with our FIRE + ICE heat pump system in enclosed areas.
Heating your entire warehouse might not be practical or cost-effective. But keeping your team warm absolutely is. Infrared heating is a proven solution that brings warmth where it’s needed most without wasting energy where it isn’t.
Get in touch to see how we can make it work for your space.
Infrared heats people and surfaces directly, not the air. That means it works instantly, doesn’t lose heat when shutter doors open, and doesn’t waste energy warming unused space. It’s ideal for high-ceiling spaces where convection systems struggle.
Yes - and that’s one of the biggest advantages. Infrared is perfect for zoned or spot heating, like picking/packing stations, loading bays, or workbenches. You only heat occupied areas, which saves energy and improves comfort.
Absolutely. We use medium-wave infrared like the ETHERMA EEZ panels, which are designed for installation heights up to 20m. We suspend them closer to occupied areas to maximise effectiveness, even in very large spaces.
Unlike convection heating, infrared doesn’t rely on warm air. So when you open a roller door, the warmth stays with your staff - not lost into the air. This makes it perfect for busy, high-traffic warehouses.
No - infrared panels are completely maintenance-free. There are no moving parts, no filters, and no fans. Once installed, they provide years of reliable, silent heating.
Yes. Many clients, like in our Pilot Pen case study, combine infrared with solar PV. You can offset heating costs entirely using clean energy and even control usage through integrated building management systems.
Whether you have a chilly warehouse, a cold production line, or just a few packing benches, we can help make your staff more comfortable.
Our team will design a tailored infrared system that saves money, cuts emissions, and keeps your team comfortable.
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