What is LOT 20?

Lot 20 is legislation created enforced by the European Union that helps separate the efficient and inefficient heaters on the market. In the long term, this should help homes in the UK to heat up their houses and general work spaces for less since it will consume less energy saving you on your bills.

Understanding these regulations is crucial when considering heating solutions like infrared heaters. This will also help the UK Government reach their plans on reducing at least 68% of emissions and green house gasses by the year 2030. You can find out more about the UK Governments future plans on this here.

WHAT DOES IT HAVE TO TO DO WITH EFFICIANCY?

Infrared Heaters and Halogen Heaters are classed as electrical heaters, and any heaters above 250W must have an efficiency rating of 30%. The efficiency rating is completely dependent on how many energy saving features there are. This is just the minimum requirement for heaters need to have for them to be sold within the UK.

If a product doesn’t have any of these features, it will not be Lot 20 compliant and will not be allowed to sell within the UK. This also means that suppliers who produce the cheaper and low quality products will cease to exist and will have to think about more sustainable, efficient ways to improve their products.

WHAT CAN LOT 20 DO FOR YOU?

Initially, through the enforcement of advanced control integration such as timers, thermostats, and presence detection in electric heaters and space heating appliances, Lot 20 facilitates users in optimizing energy consumption, ultimately resulting in decreased utility expenses. Furthermore, these controls elevate comfort levels by enabling precise temperature adjustments and scheduling, ensuring that spaces are heated only when necessary. Additionally, Lot 20 compliance actively supports initiatives for environmental sustainability by curbing energy usage and the accompanying carbon emissions. In essence, Lot 20 serves as a catalyst for financial savings, heightened comfort, and a more eco-friendly tomorrow.