An industrial heater on a job increases efficiency of workers, avoids costly delays due to extreme temperatures and also allows a job to continue on schedule. Without this type of heating system, it would be challenging to impossible for workers to be able to do their job, and it can result in downtime problems, equipment failures due to temperature and humidity levels and other types of disruptions that are controllable with a heater.
Finding the right heater for the job is important as these are not a low-cost investment. However, by choosing a reputable manufacturer offering a solid warranty, these heaters tend to be a long-term investment that will provide ongoing heat in even the most difficult climates year after year.
First Steps
To compare options in industrial heater models, spending some time online researching is a good first step. With this information, it is possible to narrow down your choices to perhaps two or three manufacturers and models and then spend time talking with sales reps to get answers to your questions.
A highly recommended next step is to consider a rental of the unit you have selected. This is a good way to test drive the heater and to also get a good feel for the customer service and support offered by the manufacturer. If you are planning on making a purchase and are comparing more than one model or heater type, keep notes and records on the efficiency and effectiveness as well as the overall performance.
Fuel Source
Depending on the type of heater, either direct fired or indirect fired, there may be different fuel sources possible with different models. Commonly, most heaters used on industrial sites are going to burn natural gas or vapor propane, with diesel fuel also a common option. Other heaters may also run on electricity, steam or oil.
While choosing the most convenient fuel source will be important, so will the efficiency of the system. When comparing the fuel efficiency, which will be a major cost of the ongoing operation of the industrial heater, be sure to compare apples to apples. In other words, compare models that produce the same BTU/hr and that are used in similar environmental conditions to provide an accurate comparison.
Verify that the heater you select offers the additional features you are looking for. Enclosed burners, 100% fresh air, the ability to pressurize the space heated and the option for the heater to be fully self-contained may also be areas where there are differences between models.
