In the winter season, when the weather gets cold, the presence of heating devices, including heaters, is one of the necessities of any place, but remember to choose the most suitable heater or any other type of heating device, you need enough knowledge to Avoid the dangers and complications that can be caused by electric, gas, etc. heaters.
In this text, we are trying to introduce you to the advantages and disadvantages of heaters, dangerous factors in heaters, as well as solutions to protect your health and avoid endangering your life (including the use of heater protective net).
Types of heating systems
Due to the progress of industries, various types of heating devices are produced and used in any place according to the need.
Some of these heating systems are as follows:
Central heating system.1
This system is one of the most common heating supply systems in the building industry. One of the biggest advantages of the central heating system is the lack of a chimney.
Fireplace heating system.2
One of the oldest heating systems for heating the space of the building are fireplaces. Some of the disadvantages of fireplace heating systems are:
- They are not suitable for heating large buildings.
- They are not safe.
- They will lead to carbon monoxide leakage.
Floor heating system.3
It is a modern way of heating. In addition to not occupying the building space, it has a lower installation cost and also uses lower energy.
Some other benefits of underfloor heating include:
- Energy saving and optimization
- No need for a chimney
- High security due to non-emission of carbon monoxide gas
- Ensuring the comfort and well-being of the residents
- Uniform distribution of heat in the building
One of the biggest disadvantages of this method is the long time it takes to heat up the whole environment of the house.
Package and radiator.4
The heating speed of this heating system is much higher than the floor heating system. It is economically more affordable and has simpler installation and repair procedures.
- Heating system of heaters
Heaters are heating devices that do not require special equipment and are easily moved. Due to the high variety of heaters, you can choose the best one for use according to your needs, heater fuel and its safety. In the following, we will analyze the types of heaters and examine their advantages and disadvantages:
Types of heaters
Each type of heater has its own characteristic and heat capacity. You can choose and buy the heater you :want depending on the place and type of consumption. Some types of heaters are as follows
- Electric heater
As the name of this heater is clear. How it works is with electricity. These heaters are not expensive, but they are easy to move.
Remember that electric heaters are not suitable for heating large spaces and may bring risks.
- Fan electric heater
In this type of heater, the heating process is done through the radiation of the elements. In electric fan heater, electric energy is converted into radiant energy and can heat more space.
In this model, a fan is placed in front of the heater and by circulating the air, it transfers the heat of the element outside. Keep in mind that this model does not have high security and is not suitable for wet environments.
- Gas heater
One of the most common heater models is gas heaters. This type of heater is available in different types such as wall, floor, without chimney and with chimney. Pay attention to safety precautions when installing a gas heater.
Types of gas heaters
- Wall-mounted gas heater: occupying less space – producing less heat
- Ground gas heater: easy installation – acceptable heat production
- Gas heater without chimney: suitable for places with air circulation – possibility of poisoning and gassing
- Gas heater with chimney: good security – good heating
- Industrial heater
Industrial heater is also known as hot air furnace. Generally, this heater is used to heat schools, large sports halls, public places, etc. Due to complete combustion, these heaters have reduced the possibility of carbon monoxide emission.
Advantages and disadvantages of using gas and electric heaters
In general, gas heaters are more suitable for places with a small area, but despite the higher price, gas heaters have lower energy consumption and are suitable for medium and large rooms.
Advantages of a gas heater with a chimney
- Easy to move
- Efficiency of the heater
- Fast heating
- Lower operating cost compared to electric heaters
- Production of a quarter to a third of the carbon produced in electric heaters
- With safety such as automatic shutdown and carbon monoxide alarm sensor and the presence of a protective net in front of the heater
Disadvantages of a gas heater without a chimney
- The entry of gases produced during combustion into the room
- Unable to use in small rooms without proper ventilation
- Production of carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides
- Production of water vapor during the combustion process
Due to the high risk factors in heaters, it is recommended to observe all safety measures when choosing, purchasing and installing a heater. We have stated some of these safety tips below.
Compliance with safety tips when buying a gas heater
- Choosing a heater from a reputable brand with after-sales service
- The heater should be suitable for the space you are looking for
- Make sure there is a protective net for the heater
- The standard of the gas hose in the heater
- Keep children and pets away from the heater
- Turn off the heater when you leave the house
- Never cover the heater or its interior with anything
- Do not use a heater to dry clothes, shoes, etc
- Avoid placing flammable liquids on the heater
The mentioned items were only some of the safety tips for gas heaters that you must follow. You should also keep in mind to ensure the presence of a heater mesh protector to maintain greater safety. Mesh protectors prevent you from direct contact with the heat of the heater.
In the following, we will briefly examine the heater mesh protector.
What is the heater protective net?
The protective net is a device to prevent contact with heat. These nets are used in both electric and gas heaters.
Generally, heater protective net is made of wire, which has many different types. These nets are used in the production of gas and electric heaters in heater factories.
Remember, when buying a heater, you should pay attention to the presence of this protective net, its material, etc., to prevent possible fire hazards in the place where the heater is used.
Heater protective net material
These nets are generally made of two types of wire and metal, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages.
The nets that are produced from wire are classified according to the diameter of the wire, the type of weaving of the strands in the monofilament, the size of the spring and the shape of the spring.
Metal nets are a type of steel network that is created by weaving wires together and stretching the steel sheet.
last word
In this text, we tried to introduce you to the advantages and disadvantages of various heating systems, especially heaters. We also explained some ways to prevent danger and injury when using a heater. In particular, the use of the heater’s protective net that will prevent direct contact with the heater’s heat.
You can contact us to order the production of all kinds of heater protective nets.
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