Infrared Heating for a Pharmacy: A Completed Teplov Project

Electric Teplov B1350 ceiling-mounted infrared heaters were used to heat a pharmacy with an area of up to 50 m². The heaters were installed on the ceiling to keep the floor clear and avoid interfering with the placement of retail fixtures and shelving.

This project illustrates how infrared heating can be used in a small commercial space where customer and staff comfort must be considered alongside the efficient use of available floor space.

The Challenge: Heating a Pharmacy of up to 50 m²

A pharmacy has specific heating requirements. The entrance door opens frequently, shelving occupies much of the wall space, and the floor must remain accessible to customers and staff.

The main project objectives were to:

• provide comfortable temperature conditions for staff and customers;
• avoid taking up floor space with wall-mounted or floor-standing heaters;
• preserve flexibility in the layout of retail fixtures;
• allow temperature control;
• use an electric heating system without a complex pipe network.

The Solution: Teplov B1350 Ceiling-Mounted Infrared Heaters

Teplov B1350 electric infrared heaters were selected for the pharmacy. Ceiling installation kept the floor clear, reduced obstructions around retail shelving and helped preserve the functionality of the space.

Infrared heaters transfer thermal energy to surfaces and objects within their effective heating area. These warmed surfaces then release heat to the surrounding air. Actual temperature distribution depends on the room layout, ceiling height, insulation, heater positioning and operating schedule.

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Heating Considerations for a Pharmacy

Choosing a heating system for a pharmacy involves more than measuring floor area. Building heat loss is affected by insulation, windows and doors, how often the entrance is opened, outdoor temperatures and the required operating schedule.

Ceiling installation helps preserve usable space, but it does not by itself guarantee an even temperature throughout the room. Heater placement should be planned around the layout, shelving and occupied areas.

Heater Sizing Based on Heat-Loss Calculations

The area of up to 50 m² describes the premises in this particular project. It should not be interpreted as a universal recommendation that one heater can heat every pharmacy of this size.

The required heating capacity, number of units and installation layout should be determined through a heat-loss calculation for the specific building. This assessment takes account of insulation, windows, doors, ceiling height and operating conditions.

Electricity costs depend on heat loss, installed capacity, temperature settings and operating hours. Heating costs should therefore be assessed using the characteristics of the individual premises rather than floor area alone.

More Commercial Heating Projects

Teplov infrared heating systems are used in a range of commercial spaces, including shops, offices, salons and other premises where usable space and the building's intended use are important considerations.

Learn more about solutions for different types of commercial premises on our commercial infrared heating page.