Baildon Methodist Church Infrared Heating Case Study
Baildon Methodist Church in Shipley wanted to replace its existing gas-fired heating system with an electric solution better suited to the way the church building is used.
Heating a church presents particular challenges because of the scale and construction of the building. High ceilings, large internal volumes and the need to work sympathetically with the existing interior all influence how a new heating system is designed.
For Baildon Methodist Church, ceiling-mounted infrared panels were selected to replace the old gas boiler and radiator system, creating an all-electric heating solution across the building.
“We, at Baildon Methodist Church, have removed the old gas-powered boiler and associated radiators. The whole building is now heated by ceiling-mounted Infrared panel heaters. IHS were a delight to deal with — parts nearly always in stock, quick delivery, and competitive pricing.”
Gary Picken — Baildon Methodist Church
The Project
Baildon Methodist Church required a new heating system to replace its existing gas-powered boiler and associated radiator network.
The project involved moving the church to an electric heating system while selecting equipment that could be positioned discreetly within the building and provide heating across the areas in which the congregation and other users gather.
The Heating Challenge
Churches can present very different heating requirements from conventional residential and commercial buildings. High ceilings and large internal spaces mean there is a considerable volume of air within the building, while the construction and character of the property can limit where heating equipment can be positioned.
The church also needed a solution that would avoid replacing the existing system with another network of wall-mounted radiators and associated wet heating pipework.
The Infrared Heating Solution
Ceiling-mounted infrared heating panels were selected for Baildon Methodist Church, allowing the existing gas boiler and radiator network to be removed.
The installation used a combination of 350W and 600W classic infrared heating panels positioned across the building to provide radiant heating from above.
Infrared panels transfer radiant energy to people, objects and surfaces within their coverage area rather than relying primarily on heating and circulating the surrounding air. This provides a different approach to heating a large-volume building such as a church.
Ceiling-mounted throughout the building
Mounting the infrared panels at ceiling level keeps the heating equipment away from valuable wall and floor space while allowing the system to be incorporated more discreetly into the church interior.
The completed installation provides an all-electric alternative to the previous gas boiler and radiator system without requiring a replacement wet central heating network.
The Result
Baildon Methodist Church has now removed its old gas-powered boiler and associated radiators, with the building heated using ceiling-mounted infrared panels.
Gary Picken has also been positive about the church's experience working with Infrared Heating Supplies, highlighting product availability, quick delivery and competitive pricing.
Project highlights
- Old gas-powered boiler removed
- Existing radiator network removed
- Whole building now heated using ceiling-mounted infrared panels
- Combination of 350W and 600W classic infrared panels
- Ceiling mounting keeps walls and floor areas clear
- All-electric space heating system
- Positive customer feedback on IHS product availability, delivery and pricing
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