In a car repair shop, gates and entrance doors are opened many times every day. During the cold part of the year, this means that large amounts of cold air enter the building, which often makes the reception area one of the most exposed workplaces. It was a challenge that Autoexperten in Umeå recognized. The reception area was perceived as cold and drafty, especially during the winter when doors and gates were opened continuously. The staff sat still for large parts of the working day and the cold working environment affected both comfort and well-being. Autoexperten wanted to find a solution that really made a difference. After a review of the premises, Infracenter recommended a solution with infrared panels.
Infracenter warmed the people – not the cold air
In premises where gates and entrance doors are opened frequently, it is difficult to create a good climate with traditional heating systems. As soon as new cold air comes in, the entire air volume must be heated again. The infrared panels from Infracenter work in a completely different way. Instead of trying to heat all the air, they heat people, floors and other surfaces directly with soft infrared waves. This means that the staff experience a pleasant warmth even when cold air comes in through the doors. This is precisely why infrared heating is such a popular solution in receptions, workshops and other premises where traditional heating often has difficulty giving the desired result.
A better working environment – every working day
After the installation, the difference was quickly noticeable. The reception area had a much more pleasant climate and the staff could work in an environment where the cold and drafty feeling disappeared. When people feel more comfortable in their workplace, it is also noticeable in their encounters with customers. The reception area is often the first place visitors meet, and a warm and welcoming environment creates a much better first impression. That was exactly the goal of the project.
"Finally warmth in the reception"
After the installation, the customer summed up the result in a few simple words: "Finally heat in our reception. Many thanks!" It's a short quote, but it describes exactly what the project was about. For Infracenter, that's always the goal – to deliver solutions that make a difference in everyday life.
A solution that works in many different businesses
Receptions are found in everything from hotels and car repair shops to offices and public buildings. What they have in common is that staff often work sedentary for long periods of time while entrance doors are opened continuously. In these environments, it is not always enough to raise the temperature a few degrees. It is important to create comfort where people actually work. That is why more and more companies are choosing infrared panels from Infracenter.
Installation in brief
| Customer | The Auto Expert |
| City | Umea |
| Environment | Reception |
| Products | Infra panels from Infracenter |
| Challenge | Cold and drafty work environment due to open gates and entrance doors |
| Results | A significantly warmer and more pleasant reception for both staff and customers |
Why companies choose Infracenter
When it comes to improving the work environment, it is not always enough to install more heat. It is important to choose a system that works in the reality in which the business operates. Through careful planning and correct sizing, Infracenter helps companies create workplaces where people feel comfortable – even in premises with large doors, entrances or other challenging conditions. The Autoexperten in Umeå is a clear example of how the right infrared heating can transform a cold and drafty reception into a warm and welcoming workplace.It is these types of solutions that have made Infracenter one of the Nordic countries' leading specialists in infrared heating.