The Operation & Benefits of Infrared Heating
The Perfect Wave:
What are infrared waves?
​The prefix "Infra" comes from the Latin word for "under." Infrared waves are electromagnetic waves that lie below the red spectrum of visible light. These waves cause molecules to vibrate and release energy, which we perceive as heat. Unlike shorter waves like X-rays, infrared rays have a positive effect on people. Ohle infrared panels aren't the only ones that use infrared waves as a heat source; the sun is another example.
The difference is in the air
Unlike conventional radiators, infrared panels heat all the objects in a room, not the air. The walls, ceilings, and floors retain the heat three times longer than the air and release it back into the living space. This keeps the walls dry and prevents mold growth. Another advantage is that no dust is blown around, because the air in the room doesn't circulate. Ideal for people with dust allergies!
Infrared is wellness heat!
Evolution has shaped us as humans to absorb infrared waves that positively influence our immune system. They penetrate deep into our bodies and warm us from within. We've all experienced this comforting feeling countless times, for example, while lounging in a sun lounger. Our Ohle infrared panels have the same effect. They are, of course, certified, meet all requirements and standards, and are low in electrosmog!
The Benefits of OHLE Infrared Heating
HEAT
Objects and walls remain dry and emit heat.
EFFECT
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Infrared heat has a positive effect on humans and animals.
COSTS
Cheap to purchase and energy efficient to use.
The Disadvantages of Conventional Heating
MOISTURE
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Damp air causes mold and destroys walls.
DUST
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As air circulates in a room, dust spreads.
AIR ATTRACTION
Temperature differences in the room promote draughts.
I Love Comfort
The heating system plays a crucial role in ensuring that people feel comfortable in a room. This isn't just about the room temperature. Relative humidity, air movement, and especially the surfaces in the room also have a significant impact. For example, the room temperature can be lower if warmer wall surfaces provide "thermal comfort."
"Thermal comfort" describes the influence of various factors on a person's subjective sense of warmth. The most important thing here is not only that the person feels comfortable, but also that this is achieved with minimal energy consumption.
Expert Prof. Dr. Claus Meier notes that the perceived temperature is crucial for room comfort. A person feels thermally comfortable when the sum of the wall temperature and the room air temperature is approximately 36°C to 40°C. This comfort range can be achieved through various combinations, as shown in the following diagram.
Ohle infrared panels achieve this comfort with significantly lower energy consumption than conventional heating systems. A room temperature of 16°C and a wall temperature of 20°C are sufficient to maintain a comfortable temperature of 18°C in the living space.
An "air heater," on the other hand, must heat the room air to 21°C to achieve the same comfort level at a wall temperature of 16°C. However, this requires more energy. Because higher wall temperatures are hardly possible with reasonable energy consumption, the only option is to heat the room air further. However, this mainly creates the well-known unused heat pockets under the ceiling. Cool ceilings and warm walls are, however, more pleasant than warm ceilings and cold walls.
Ohle infrared panels not only heat the walls, they also dry them, which in turn serves as a storage medium for the absorbed heat energy. They also regulate the floor temperature, which we humans find particularly pleasant because the temperature receptors are located in the ankles.
