Heating Services for Industrial Facilities

Infrared heating works by transferring radiant energy directly to floors, equipment, inventory, vehicles, and people rather than primarily heating the air. In high-bay or door-cycling facilities, that matters because warm air rises and escapes quickly. Radiant systems help occupied areas recover faster, improve comfort at floor level, and reduce wasted energy compared with conventional forced-air heating.

Combustion Research systems are specified for warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, aircraft hangars, auto dealership service bays, military maintenance facilities, CNG repair bays, ice arenas, natatoriums, docks, agricultural buildings, and protected outdoor commercial areas. The best fit depends on ceiling height, door activity, ventilation, corrosion exposure, fuel source, and whether full-building or spot-zone heating is needed.

CRC documentation cites typical energy savings of 30-50% compared with conventional forced-air systems in comparable commercial and industrial applications. Savings come from heating occupied surfaces instead of unused ceiling air, faster thermal recovery after door cycles, and targeted zone heating. Actual results depend on facility insulation, operating hours, fuel cost, controls, and system design.

Sizing is based on square footage, ceiling height, insulation, door-cycle frequency, fuel type, target comfort levels, and the building’s application. Warehouses may require about 25-65+ BTU per square foot depending on conditions, while hangars and frequently opened bays may need higher density. CRC provides calculators, specifications, and engineering support for application-specific sizing.

Reflect-O-Ray is CRC’s custom-engineered vacuum radiant tube system, often used for large or complex facilities where optimized coverage and efficiency are priorities. Omega II is a power-vented, unitary radiant tube heater suited to smaller warehouses, service bays, and straightforward zones. Both provide low-intensity infrared heat, CSA certification, and 30-50% energy savings potential over forced air.

Yes, when properly specified. CRC offers systems for specialized environments including CNG repair facilities, natatoriums, ice arenas, wash bays, and corrosive industrial spaces. CNG projects require coordination with NFPA, IFC, ASHRAE, and the authority having jurisdiction. Natatoriums and similar environments may call for Stainless Steel construction to resist chloramines, humidity, and corrosion.

System pricing is quoted by facility requirements rather than a flat rate. Key cost factors include building square footage, ceiling height, BTU sizing, fuel type, construction material, gas piping, electrical drops, venting, controls, and whether the project uses a custom-engineered vacuum system or pre-engineered unitary heaters. Quotes are available through CRC’s North American representative network.

Manufacturer warranty information includes a 10-year limited warranty on radiant tubes for internally created corrosion for Omega II, Reflect-O-Ray, and Serengeti-IR systems, plus a 3-year burner control warranty. Synergy systems carry a 1-year limited warranty. Warranty terms should be reviewed for the selected product, application, installation requirements, and operating environment.