Industrial Infrared Radiant Heaters Built to Last

Industrial infrared radiant heaters transfer energy directly to floors, equipment, vehicles, inventory, and occupants rather than primarily heating the air. That makes them especially effective in high-bay or leaky buildings where warm air rises or escapes through overhead doors. CRC offers low-intensity radiant tube, high-intensity ceramic, electric, vacuum, and power-vented systems for different facility needs.

Radiant infrared systems are often used in warehouses, manufacturing plants, aircraft hangars, military vehicle bays, auto dealership service departments, CNG repair facilities, ice arenas, natatoriums, loading docks, animal confinement buildings, and other commercial or industrial spaces. CRC systems are selected when facilities need durable comfort heat in tall, drafty, door-cycling, or corrosive environments.

Forced-air heaters warm the building air, which rises in tall spaces and is lost when doors open. Radiant infrared heaters deposit energy into surfaces and people at the occupied level, helping the space recover faster after door cycles. CRC documents 30-50% energy savings compared with conventional forced-air heating in comparable high-bay commercial applications.

Sizing depends on square footage, insulation, ceiling height, door-cycle frequency, fuel type, mounting height, and application. CRC references typical warehouse ranges from 25-40 BTU per square foot for insulated low-bay buildings to 65+ BTU per square foot for poorly insulated or frequently door-cycled facilities. Facility-specific sizing should use CRC calculators, specifications, and representative support.

CRC manufactures systems for natural gas, propane, electric applications, and select oil-fired off-grid needs. Gas-fired options include Reflect-O-Ray vacuum systems, Omega II power-vented systems, Serengeti-IR compact tube heaters, and Synergy high-intensity ceramic heaters. Solaira Alpha electric infrared heaters are used when gas or propane is impractical or unavailable for a commercial semi-outdoor application.

Required clearances vary by model, configuration, mounting angle, and application. CRC specifications note that typical Reflect-O-Ray and Omega II clearances can range from 12 inches to 60 inches depending on orientation. Always use the product submittal sheet, coordinate with the authority having jurisdiction, and account for combustibles, vehicles, racking, doors, and maintenance access.

CRC radiant tube families such as Reflect-O-Ray, Omega II, and Serengeti-IR include a 10-year radiant tube warranty for internally created corrosion, along with a 3-year burner control warranty. Synergy systems carry a 1-year limited warranty. Warranty details should be confirmed for the exact model, construction type, and project conditions during specification.

Pricing is quoted per facility based on square footage, ceiling height, BTU sizing, system type, fuel, construction material, gas piping, electrical drops, and venting requirements. CRC recommends requesting a quote through a North American representative or calling 888-852-3611. Engineering support can help compare vacuum, power-vented, ceramic, electric, and stainless steel options.