Bespoke Workshop and Garage Heating Solutions

Maintaining a comfortable, consistent temperature within a workshop or garage space can be tricky.

Larger workshops with open spaces require large amounts of energy to heat when using inefficient systems.

Our specially selected and tailor-made workshop and garage heating systems are designed to reduce energy costs.

Effective heating in these settings also helps improve safety, and staff morale and makes your building eco-friendlier.

Get in touch to learn more about our offerings.

Challenges of Workshop/Garage Heating

Providing effective heating for garages and workshops can be difficult due to many potential considerations. These challenges include:

Uninsulated spaces

Oftentimes, workshops and garages operate out of old and poorly or uninsulated industrial units and heavily affected by external temperature conditions.

Small area in a large building

Many workshops and garages only require heating in a targeted area. As such, traditional heating solutions will be inefficient for these purposes and incur greater costs.

Open space

Workshops usually work with an open-door policy that sees people and vehicles frequently coming and going. These movements, as well as the opening and closing of doors, can disrupt the airflow within industrial spaces and lead to heat loss.

Strict regulations

Workshops and garages, like all industrial facilities, must meet a variety of regulatory requirements for the purposes of maintaining a safe working environment. These criteria may vary depending on the sort of work being done and the location of the building.

Airborne particulates

Workshop/garage processes often generate dust, fumes, and other kinds of pollutants which can cause damage to heating systems. The presence of these particles can also increase the need for air circulation.

Why You Need a Bespoke Workshop Heating Solution

No two workshops are the same. When you partner with OKEL, you benefit from a custom heating solution to meet the needs of your workshop. By choosing a bespoke workshop heating system designed and installed by our team, you’ll benefit from:

Reduced energy costs. A modern heating system designed to fulfil the temperature needs of your space helps reduce utility bills through efficient heating.
Reliable storage space. Garages need consistent internal conditions to maintain the quality of the goods being kept inside. To this end, our systems also work to establish regular humidity, moisture, and airflow. You’ll find the same level of effectiveness in our warehouse heating solutions.
Reduces maintenance issues. Tools, equipment, and materials can behave differently when subject to different environmental conditions. For instance, equipment may take longer to warm up if the ambient temperature inside the workshop is cold. Avoiding temperature changes in sensitive tooling and machinery is key for lowering workshop maintenance costs.
Safer environment for working. Having a consistent temperature inside your workshop/garage helps reduce risk of accident and injury, thereby protecting your staff.
Eco-friendliness. Installing a modern heating system greatly decreases the energy consumption of your workshop. This can be instrumental in attracting potential customers.

Testimonials

We enjoyed great service from OKEL throughout the process. From the initial survey, a professional proposal, help with landlord & regulatory approvals, great planning and an efficient install that worked around our business needs, we were delighted. We would recommend them without reservation.

From initial contact to the commissioning team OKEL performed at every level to ensure the designed heating and destratification system was seamlessly installed throughout our factory. Working in partnership with both their heating and electrical engineers we incurred minimal disruptions to operations and with the majority of works conducted 15 metres above the whole factory. It was a pleasure to work with a knowledgeable and professional business and would highly recommend them.

Mark and his team were First Class. The heating system OKEL installed is extremely neat and works well and I would not hesitate to recommend them to other companies for industrial heating.

After the initial installation we had some questions around the heater controls, OKEL were quick to provide support, and it was reassuring to know that the personalised customer service continued after the sale.

Phil and Isaac were very pleasant to have on site, I wish everyone we dealt with worked as effectively and considerately as they did.

Garage Radiant Heating Solutions

The installation of Radiant heating systems delivers an efficient heating solution especially for smaller workshop and garage space that lack insulation and require large shutter entrances to remain open all day for vehicle access.

Radiant heating can be achieved using natural gas or LPG fuel sources and heats with bursts of radiation without the need for creating any air disturbance / movement – This makes radiant an ideal solution for car body repairs/paint spray garages where the movement of air/dust can be detrimental to the quality of the work that is being carried out within the workshop. Radiant heat systems also operate silently, further adding to comfortable working conditions.

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Electric Far Infrared for Workshops or Garages

If you’re in need of spot heating solutions for an open-plan garage or workshop and without a gas supply or simply wanting a greener alternative fuel type then an electrically powered infrared heating system could be the answer.

Far infrared heats only the people and objectives within the direct throw of the heater and are wall mounted or ceiling suspended to give greater heat coverage and positioning flexibility. This solution is also cost-effective, as the heat is easily retained long after the system is switched off.

OKEL provides a range of commercial heating solutions, with radiant and infrared heating being among the most environmentally friendly for workshops. Our team will help you reach your Net Zero Agreement targets with flexible heating solutions that also reduce your utility bill.

FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers about Factory Heating Systems

What is the best way to heat a workshop or garage?

There are many options when it comes to providing effective heat for garages and workshops. However, the best way to heat these spaces will depend on the size and age of your building, as well as how often it’s used. Long term efficient heating and cooling solutions include radiant and far infrared heaters

What workshop heaters do OKEL use?

At OKEL, we provide heating and cooling solutions using the latest technologies and innovations to make sure our client’s workshops receive reliable, efficient, and eco-friendly heating. Our team uses makes and models from learning manufacturers to find the solution that’s best for your needs.

Our popular heaters for workshop spaces include:

Winterwarm EH electric air heater.
Winterwarm radiant tubes.
Winterwarm XR+ gas-fired heater
Far Infrared electric bar heaters

How long does it take to install workshop heating?

The expected installation time for a workshop heating system will vary depending on several factors relating to the layout of the workshop/garage, and the type and complexity of the system chosen. Our expert team makes sure to minimise downtime for your operations, completing installations as quickly as possible while maintaining a high standard.

Where do garages lose the most heat?

Oftentimes, heat loss occurs in garages and workshops through large shutter entrance doors, and poorly insulated walls and roof space.

Will workshop heating make my equipment last longer?

Consistent temperature control of a garage/workshop space will help maintain sensitive equipment and machinery. With accurate and effective heating and cooling solutions, you can set your workshop to the ideal operating temperature.