Radiant heating for outdoor workstations: focused thermal comfort in open-air environments
Keep your teams comfortable, even in demanding conditions
Outdoor workstations—loading docks, access control points, construction sites, and logistics preparation areas—are exposed to changing weather. In winter or cold conditions, maintaining adequate thermal comfort is essential to ensure productivity, safety, and employee well-being. Electric radiant heating is the most efficient and reliable solution for this type of application.
Why use radiant heating for an outdoor workstation?
Radiant heaters work through infrared radiation, warming operators and surfaces directly without depending on air temperature:
- Immediate heat, even in moderate wind
- No ventilation, no air movement
- Easy installation: wall-mounted, mast-mounted or on mobile structure
- Optimised consumption: heat only where needed
- No flame or gas, fully compliant with safety standards
Examples of applications
- Outdoor access control stations
- Guard cabins, security barriers
- Loading and unloading docks
- Construction sites
- Outdoor washing or sorting stations
Which type of heater to choose?
- Short-wave (IR-A): ideal for very open and exposed environments
- Medium-wave (IR-M): recommended for semi-sheltered workstations or areas with a canopy
- Portable or mast-mounted models: convenient for mobile or temporary sites
Recommended heating power
- Small individual workstation: 1,200 to 1,800 W
- Double station or circulation zone: 2,400 to 3,000 W
- Large dock or workstation line: modular setup with multiple units
Installation tips:
- Wall-mounted, mast-mounted or suspended at 2–2.5 m height
- Oriented towards operators or waiting points
- High IP rating required: IP65 recommended for permanent outdoor use
- Safe power supply (residual current device advised)
Safety and compliance
Equipment must comply with safety standards for industrial outdoor installations:
- Minimum IP65 protection against rain, snow and dust
- Strong mounting to withstand wind
- Compatible with site safety regulations
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