INSTALLING INFRA-RED HEATING IN AN 8 PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT IN WALES
Your Space, in partnership with Newport City Council, has successfully implemented Kiasa Infrared Heating Panels in a new social housing development in Newport, South Wales. These energy-efficient, space-saving infrared heaters convert 98% of electricity into heat, significantly reducing energy bills and carbon footprint. Installed directly on ceilings, they free up living space and offer low maintenance with no moving parts.
Location: Newport, Monmouthshire
Client: Newport City Council
Developer: Your Space
When developer Your Space was briefed by Newport City Council to build 8 new social housing properties in Newport, South Wales, they recommended the installation of Infra-Red heating as a sustainable, cost-effective and space-saving alternative to traditional heating. Specifically the rationale for ‘going Infra-Red’ covered 5 main benefits:
Energy Efficiency:
Infra-red heaters convert nearly all of the consumed energy/electricity (98%) into heat, unlike convection heaters that only convert 50% - 70%. This means lower energy bills for the occupants of the building and reduced environmental impact for the project.
Space Saving:
Because the panels were to be installed directly onto the ceilings, they freed up space and gave a pleasingly aesthetic design to the space. project.
Low Maintenance:
As Infrared heaters have no moving parts they are extremely low maintenance.
User-friendly and smart controls:
A mobile app is used to control each panel independently and individually. This allows programming and zoning to only heat the spaces at the times required.
Reduced Carbon Footprint:
By adopting energy-efficient heating solutions like Infrared panels, local authorities can contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and combat climate change at a community level.
IMPLEMENTATION OF KIASA INFRA-RED PANELS
Your Space initiated a phased rollout of infrared heating panels across this housing project which involved:
Planning and Assessing:
Making site assessments based on architectural drawings to determine how much wattage per square meter would be required per room for the optimal heating as well as placement of the heater panels. Each unit was assessed individually to figure out how many panels would be needed for the tenants to be comfortable.
Installation:
Combined in-house knowledge with experienced contractors to install panels to ensure that every safety standard was met.
Education and Training:
Further training was provided to explain to tradesmen how infrared panels work and should be installed and connected.
Customer onboarding and support:
Residents were informed and supported with regard to how to operate panels in a smart way for optimum efficiency.
Monitoring and Feedback:
The project also provided the implementation of a monitoring system to track energy consumption, resident feedback, and overall performance of the project scope
In conclusion
The successful implementation of Infrared panels in this council housing project presents a big impact and a compelling blueprint for eco-friendly and efficient heating. The project also called for solar energy (not in this case provided by Kiasa) and created a synergy that leveraged significant cost savings and environmental advantages. By highlighting the energy efficiency advantages, cost savings, and overall well-being/health benefits, Newport City Council will lead the way in addressing heating challenges across the UK and set an example for sustainable housing initiatives.
