An infrared panel in an executive office can provide local warmth or form part of room heating. Suitability depends on heat loss, usage times, glazing area and the existing installation. We assess comfort, positioning and running costs together; a prestigious appearance does not replace technical substantiation.
Key considerations
First decide whether to heat a workplace, meeting table or entire room. Calculate required output, check electrical capacity and coordinate controls with the existing climate concept. Savings, CO₂ emissions and tax benefits each need separate assessment.
When does infrared suit an office?
Targeted supplementary heating may suit separately used rooms or local comfort needs. Primary heating needs a heat-loss calculation. Compare alternatives and how the rest of the building is heated too. Infrared is not automatically the least expensive solution for every office.
Workplaces and occupied zones
Examine desk, meeting table, glazing and furniture positions. Obstructions can limit radiant coverage, while cold surfaces or draughts may continue to affect comfort. A panel does not automatically eliminate cold downdraughts. Have distribution assessed for all occupied positions, including when several people are present simultaneously.
Versions and integration into the interior
Metal, glass, a mirror or printed version can suit the interior. RAL colours, images, frameless versions and suspended-ceiling sizes are model-dependent. Check available options, dimensions, weight and permitted mounting. Do not paint over or cover a panel without the manufacturer’s explicit permission.
Output, connection and controls
A fixed wattage per m² is at most an initial indication. Insulation, ventilation, height, glazing and desired temperature determine heat demand. A high ceiling calls for assessment of the model’s permitted mounting height and coverage. Have the installer assess electrical load, protection and any additional circuits.
Programmable thermostats can control usage times and temperature per room. Check compatibility, sensor position and interaction with the existing system. Wi-Fi, monitoring and building-management links are not standard for every panel. Record required interfaces and controls beforehand.
The business cost assessment
Compare purchase, mounting, controls, use, maintenance and any replacement over the same period. Use the complete electricity price in your contract; a tax component alone is not a useful electricity tariff. Calculate scenarios using actual operating hours and comparable comfort levels. Fixed savings or payback cannot be substantiated without project-specific data.
An electric panel does not automatically qualify for EIA, an improved energy label or BREEAM credits. Have the specific investment assessed against applicable requirements and current conditions. CO₂ emissions also depend on energy use and supply; an electric appliance alone is not proof of a carbon-neutral office.
A plan for your office project
We advise private and business end users and supply installation companies, dealers and wholesalers. For an office, please send a floor plan, insulation information, workplaces, usage times and details of existing heating. We compare suitable versions and controls with you and coordinate supply for the project.
Frequently asked questions
How many panels are needed?
That follows from heat loss, output per model and required distribution. An example floor area of 30 m² alone provides insufficient information for a reliable quantity.
Does a panel fit a suspended ceiling?
Only a suitable version. Check exact recess dimensions, weight, supporting structure, fixing and clearances according to the manufacturer. Matching tile size alone does not prove safe installation.
How quickly is warmth noticeable?
This varies by model, surroundings and distance. Warming the panel differs from bringing the space to temperature. Use model data and match the programme to actual usage times.
What does safe use require?
Choose a suitable model, follow mounting and operating instructions and maintain clearances. Hot surfaces can cause burns. The panel does not replace ventilation or provide a medical guarantee. Maintenance, inspection, warranty and service life must be assessed per model.