The UK government is striving to ban gas boilers to align with the ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. However, the exact timeline for this phase-out is still uncertain, shifting from 2025 to 2035
Retrofitting millions of homes with low-carbon technologies presents one of the biggest challenges in decarbonising UK homes. The only way for the government to reach such goals will be by phasing out gas boilers and other fossil fuels by prohibiting their use in new constructions and discontinuing their sale altogether.
As much as these goals are imperative, as gas boilers and other fossil fuels act as significant barriers to achieving the goal of Net Zero, how we accomplish this is the big question. However, iHelios, a UK-based company specialising in designing, developing, manufacturing, and sourcing innovative, eco-friendly heating technology and property control systems, presents an intriguing solution to this problem.
Cost-Effective Heating Solution
iHelios’s infrared heating technology is a cost-effective alternative to traditional gas central heating systems in terms of initial installation expenses and long-term cost savings. Not only is it cost-effective to install, but also significantly cheaper to maintain compared to traditional gas central heating systems. The system has no moving parts, making it completely maintenance-free, has a minimum 50-year lifespan and comes with a 20-year guarantee. Not only is the system maintenance-free, but it’s also wholly concealed, providing you with the added peace of mind that nobody will be able to tamper with it. Furthermore, it is also less expensive to operate due to several unique features.
This future-generation eco-heating technology is installed in the ceiling or floors, freeing the walls. This feature is a fantastic quality for interior designers and architects, as it gives the illusion of a more spacious area and eliminates the restriction caused by radiators.
The iHelios system, unlike gas, is decentralised, with each room being controlled independently through smart technology, improving the property’s overall efficiency; an app – the iHelios Living Reinvented app, acts as the control centre enabling the heating system to be managed individually in every room. By controlling heating in every room independently, heating and energy doesn’t have to be wasted on unoccupied areas at various times when rooms are not in use.
The benefits offered by the app are not limited to controlling heating alone; It can manage lighting, safety, security, product monitoring, energy consumption analysis, and fault alert monitoring services, all of which can be accessed and controlled from anywhere worldwide. As long as you have internet available, you have control.
What iHelios has developed is effectively a ‘whole-house’ solution controlled from a single point. This innovative feature is a game-changer in the property management sector. They offer access, lighting, and power security devices with unlimited possibilities to create smart scenarios and automation.
Efficient and Eco-Friendly
iHelios’s carbon film technology emits far infrared waves that heat up when electricity passes through it, sending infrared waves into the air. These waves are then absorbed by solid objects and people, converting into heat and warming up the surrounding area. Within around two to three minutes of being turned on, the iHelios system provides comfortable warmth that feels like stepping into the sun on a cold day. Infrared technology has been used for a long time, with applications ranging from keeping pre-term babies warm in hospitals to aiding in muscle repair and promoting healing in the body.
The system is more efficient than using radiators to heat space. Radiators heat the air in a room, and hot air rises and is quickly expelled. Infrared heats the objects in the room rather than the air. Heating the objects rather than the air uses less energy because objects hold onto heat for longer, releasing the heat gradually.
One of the standout features of the iHelios system is its PTC layer or positive temperature coefficient. This layer helps to minimise energy usage by reducing power consumption, which means it works to lower energy usage when the film is heated. So the film starts by heating up to 220 watts per square meter. Once it has reached this temperature, it drops to 170 watts per square meter, maintaining the temperature as the heat slowly expels. It works like this in waves of high to low heat to maintain the optimum temperature and save energy use, meaning the system only needs to use electricity for around a third of its operating time. The film reduces a building’s energy consumption by between 30% on its own to nearly 100% when paired with solar panels installation. This technology sets iHelios’s infrared heating apart from other systems and makes it an eco-friendly option.
Better for health
Another advantage of using iHelios infrared technology to heat homes is its ability to provide even heating throughout the room, eliminating any damp or cold spots that could lead to mould growth. Unlike traditional heating systems that rely on convection to circulate warm air, iHelios’s technology heats objects directly, minimising the circulation of dust and other allergens that can cause respiratory issues. Additionally, the ability to set individual room temperatures to a constant low level during the winter months also helps prevent condensation and mould growth, protecting your property from damage.
iHelios’s innovative infrared heating technology presents a promising solution to the UK government’s goal of phasing out gas boilers and other fossil fuels in homes. The system’s cost-effectiveness, low maintenance, decentralised control, and energy efficiency make it a compelling option for the construction industry and property managers alike. Additionally, the ability to provide even heating throughout the room while minimising the circulation of dust and allergens and preventing condensation and mould growth makes it an attractive choice for health-conscious individuals. As the UK government continues to push for net-zero emissions, iHelios’s infrared heating technology and smart device solutions are an exciting option in paving the way towards a more sustainable future.
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