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Church Heating Solutions: Efficiency, Savings, and Innovation
In recent years, the church heating sector has faced new challenges: rising energy costs, the need to ensure maximum comfort for worshippers, and compliance with architectural constraints imposed by the Heritage Authorities. Thermal Technology, a leader in innovative heating solutions for places of worship, offers customized solutions that are efficient and energy-saving, with over 100 installations in churches across Europe.
Thanks to advanced FIR ray technology, Thermal Technology's church heating systems optimize energy consumption, reduce waste, and improve comfort in places of worship without altering their aesthetics or structure.
Thermal Technology Heating Solutions
1. Platform System
- Ideal for floors without historical constraints.
- Ensures even heating across the entire surface.
- Higher energy efficiency compared to traditional systems.
- Perfect for discreet and effective church heating.
2. Removable Carpet System
- Perfect for churches under heritage protection.
- Can be removed without altering the structure.
- Optimized consumption thanks to carbon fiber technology
- Suitable for temporary and removable church heating.
3. Pew Panel System (the most requested)
- Perfect aesthetic integration: panels match the color and shape of pews.
- Maximum efficiency: activates instantly only when worshippers occupy the pew.
- Up to 70% energy cost reduction compared to other systems.
- Ideal for targeted and low-consumption church heating.
Thermal Technology solutions are designed to maximize energy savings, comply with current regulations, and ensure optimal comfort in places of worship.
Comparison of Heating Systems
Below is an overview of the three systems, with details on investment costs and consumption, based on 20 pews (10 on the right side and 10 on the left), each occupied by 5 people, totaling 100 worshippers and a heated surface of 62 m² (31 m² per side) for floor systems.
| System | Cost per m² / Pew | Total Power | Consumption per Ceremony (3 hours) | Cost per Ceremony (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 m² Platform | €240.00/m² | 12.4 kW | 37.2 kWh | €13.00 |
| 62 m² Removable Carpet | €170.00/m² | 12.4 kW | 37.2 kWh | €13.00 |
| Pew Panel (20 pews) | €315.00/pew | 10 kW | 10 kWh | €3.50 |
Note: Energy costs are calculated at €0.35/kWh, including additional billing charges. The surfaces and number of pews are considered for 100 grouped people. Values can be adjusted based on larger dimensions as needed.
Advantages of Carbon Fiber Technology
Thermal Technology heating systems use carbon fiber technology, offering several advantages over traditional methods:
- Energy Efficiency: Carbon fiber allows for fast and even heating, reducing energy consumption.
- Installation Flexibility: With a variety of solutions available, you can choose the system best suited to the architectural and historical needs of each church.
- Compliance with Historical Constraints: Solutions such as removable carpets and pew panels provide heating without altering existing structures, respecting the requirements imposed by Heritage Authorities.
Other Available Solutions
- Pew Seat Cushion: For additional comfort during ceremonies.
- Under-Pew Panel: Provides direct and discreet heating.
- Presbytery Rugs: Ideal for heating specific altar areas.
Looking Ahead: The Future is Electric
Investing in innovative heating technologies means lowering costs, protecting the environment, and improving people's well-being. Thermal Technology is committed to providing sustainable solutions that represent the future of church heating.
Final Considerations
For an informed choice, here are some issues related to traditional church heating systems:
- Electric carpet and mat systems with metallic or amorphous resistors: require a power of no less than 280 W/m² to achieve the same performance as the patented Thermal Technology carbon fiber heating technology. They consume up to 40% more to provide the same results.
- Hydronic floor heating systems: must stay on for the entire winter, with high costs.
- Air heating systems: heat the entire volume of the church, expensive and inefficient.
- Gas lamps mounted on cornices: create condensation and mold on the walls, damaging the artwork.
- Infrared lamps: heat from above, creating a discomforting sensation.