What Are Our Fan Heaters?
Our electric fan heaters are light weight and portable, this makes it ideal for individuals who wish to heat up a room quickly. Simply plug it into the nearest outlet and power it on!
These heaters utilise a fan that passes air over a heating element which causes heat to rise in the room where the heater sits. They can be plugged into any wall sockets that reside in your building, providing users with the flexibility to move the heater into colder areas.
What Are The Purposes Of A Fan Heater?
No matter if you are looking to heat up your home or a specific business, fan heaters can serve several purposes as they are very versatile to suit various situations. Here are the primary purposes of this piece of equipment:
Personal Comfort: They can be used to provide personal comfort within a home, particularly within a bedroom or living room, or they can be used in office spaces to provide comfort to staff.
Temporary Construction Heating: Construction sites often lack permanent heating systems, especially in the early stages of a project. They can provide a source of heat to keep workers warm, ensuring that work can continue regardless of the weather.
Comfort in Commercial Settings: Fan heaters are used in retail stores and restaurants to provide supplementary heating during colder months. They provide additional warmth to employees and customers, enhancing productivity and well-being.
Industrial Freeze Protection: In industries where low temperatures can damage equipment or materials, fan heaters can prevent freezing. They help stop freezing in pipes, tanks, and critical components to maintain operational efficiency.
Are Fan Heaters Expensive To Run?
The cost of running a fan heater can vary depending on what heater you are using; this is due to them having different wattages. It will also depend on your local electricity rates, and how long you wish to use it for.
For example, the cost of running one of our 2.8kW fan heaters at an electricity rate of £0.30 per hour.
Here’s how you would calculate the cost of running it:
Cost per hour = (Wattage / 1000) x Hours of use x Electricity rate per kWh
So, by putting these values into that formula we will get:
Cost per hour = (2800 / 1000) x 1 x £0.30 = £0.84 per hour
What Are The Benefits Of Using One Of Our Blower Heaters?
Fan heaters offer several benefits, making them a popular choice for heating small spaces or providing supplementary heating in larger areas. Here are some advantages:
Quick Heating: They use a heating element to generate heat, and a built-in fan distributes the warm air rapidly, warming up the space in a short amount of time.
Portability: Our fan heaters are compact and lightweight, making them easy to move from one room to another.
Energy Efficiency: Because they heat up quickly and distribute warmth effectively, they can help you save on energy costs compared to central heating systems.
Low Noise: They operate quietly compared to some other types of heaters, making them suitable for areas where noise is a concern.
Minimal Maintenance: Cleaning the unit’s air intake and occasionally checking for dust buildup on the heating element can help ensure efficient operation.
Space-Saving Design: Their compact size means that fan heaters take up very little space, making them suitable for smaller rooms and offices.
Are Fan Heaters Safe?
Fan heaters can be safe when used properly. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind when using fan heaters:
Keep Flammable Materials Away: Ensure that there are no flammable materials near the heater. Maintain a safe distance of at least three feet between the heater and any combustible items.
Stable Placement: Place the fan heater on a flat, stable surface to prevent it from tipping over.
Proper Ventilation: Ensure that the heater’s air intake or output has adequate ventilation, this is essential to prevent overheating and guarantees safe operation.
Plug Directly into an Outlet: Plug the fan heater directly into an outlet rather than using extension cords, which can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Regular Maintenance: Clean the heater’s air intake and heating element regularly to prevent dust buildup, which can reduce efficiency and increase the risk of overheating.
By following these safety guidelines and using your fan heater responsibly, you can minimise the risks associated with its use and enjoy its heating benefits safely.
How Much Do They Cost To Hire?
Hiring our fan heaters depends on a variety of different factors, such as how many you require and how long you will need to for. To find out more about hiring our fan heaters, give us a call at 01724 622010 or email us at hire@vertikaluk.com.