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Stainless Steel Car Wash Heaters – The Best For YOUR Car Wash!

Antonio Carbone May 9, 2025

Introduction Car washes, from small automatic types at gas stations to larger independent tunnels, present a unique and challenging environment for heating systems. Frequent water use, combined with corrosive alkaline chemicals (and even more caustic chemicals in truck washes), creates conditions that significantly shorten standard heating equipment life. Fortunately, Detroit Radiant Products Company (Re-Verber-Ray®), available […]

Stainless Steel Unit Heaters: The Benefits for Car Washes

Antonio Carbone April 23, 2025

Introduction In the fast-paced environment of car washes, maintaining optimal temperatures is crucial for both operational efficiency and employee comfort. Choosing the right heating solution is essential, especially in harsh conditions characterized by high humidity, chemical use, and the constant presence of moisture. Stainless steel unit heaters have emerged as a preferred choice among car […]

Clearances to Combustibles for Infrared Radiant Heaters

Mark Wells February 28, 2025

Introduction Infrared Radiant Heaters are highly efficient and effective for heating large spaces. However, ensuring safety is most important; therefore, one of the critical safety measures is maintaining proper clearances to combustibles. In this article, we will explain why these clearances are essential and how, in turn, they contribute to the safe operation of radiant […]

Great Lakes Radiant: Proud Partner of Detroit Radiant Products Co

Mark Wells November 20, 2024

At Great Lakes Radiant, we specialize in efficient, tailored radiant heating for spaces of all sizes, from large buildings to garages, warehouses, restaurants, bars, and patios. Our expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction have made us one of the top distributors of Detroit Radiant Products Co , a leader in the infrared radiant heat industry. […]

How Many BTUs to Heat a 40×60 Shop?

Mark Wells November 4, 2024

To heat a 40×60 shop, which is 2400 square feet, you’ll typically need between 108,000 and 132,000 BTUs. This range is based on the general guideline of 30-60 BTUs per square foot, considering factors like insulation, climate, and ceiling height. If you have conditions such as poor insulation or a particularly cold climate you might […]

High Intensity vs Low Intensity Radiant Heat (Gas Fired)

Mark Wells December 5, 2023

Introduction “High intensity radiant” heat versus “low intensity radiant heat.” What’s the difference? This article outlines the characterizations of each, and what to expect when you fire ‘em up. This article covers gas-fired “low intensity radiant heaters” and “high intensity radiant heaters” (also known as spot heaters, box heaters, ceramic heaters, or luminous heaters). Lets […]

What is the Best Way to Heat a Garage?

Mark Wells May 19, 2023

Intro Most residential garages are unconditioned – meaning there is no heat or air conditioning installed in the garage. Some people may want a little heat over their workbench, in which case a single electric heater may be appropriate. But nowadays the garage/workshop/gym has become so popular that people are interested in effective and efficient […]

Best Way to Heat a Pole Barn?

Mark Wells September 12, 2022

Intro Pole barns are a popular solution for those looking to create a combined workshop/storage space for their toys (tractors, classic cars etc). In-floor radiant heat can be very expensive to install and hot air unit heaters are inefficient because the hot air rises to the ceiling rather than staying at the lower level. Overhead […]

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