Three arguments for savings with FENIX electric large-area heating

Low tariff and two-thirds of electrical energy at half price

In comparing electric heating with traditional sources such as gas or condensing boilers, the so-called low tariff for all electrical appliances in the building plays a significant role. Low-energy houses consume approximately only 35-40% of energy for heating; the rest of the annual consumption goes to other uses – lighting, televisions, computers, washing machines, dryers, kettles, microwave ovens, etc. – which are the everyday operations of a household. Users can have up to two-thirds of electrical energy at half the price compared to households with gas or condensing boilers that heat water for traditional hot water heating. Low-temperature heating with ECOFILM electric heating films and ECOFLOOR mats is very positive not only in terms of energy consumption but also due to optimal temperature distribution in the living space: Heating elements are integrated into the structure and do not disrupt spatial perception. These systems (floor or ceiling) heat large heat transfer surfaces to temperatures only slightly higher than the ambient temperature. Heat exchange occurs partly through radiation and micro-convection. A significant difference compared to so-called point heat sources is the considerably more uniform temperature distribution in the space, limiting circulation and drying out the air.

You can save even by heating from the ceiling

The ceiling heating system is still an overlooked area, although it has distinct advantages over floor heating – it can be installed with a higher output (140-200 W/m2) than in the floor (40-100 W/m2), because the higher temperature (about 45°C) at the ceiling is not an issue, which would be unacceptable at the floor level. Additionally, there is a larger effective heating area available compared to the floor, as no furniture is placed on the ceiling, unlike the floor. Heating with ECOFILM ceiling films is highly economical and cost-effective – by increasing the surface temperatures of individual structures, thermal comfort can be achieved at a lower ambient temperature, which represents a considerable saving. In ceiling heating, the heating film functions similarly to the sun. The film emits infrared rays (in the case of ceiling heating downward to the floor), which are absorbed by objects (walls, floor, furniture, and the user themselves), and only after impacting these objects does it convert into thermal energy. This modern technology ensures that heat is always produced efficiently where it is most needed.

Regulation saves costs and increases living comfort

An important factor, especially in electric heating, is regulation. It has a significant impact not only on operating costs but also on heating comfort throughout the building. For this reason, FENIX Jeseník pays great attention to the development of new products in this area. This year, for example, a successful joint development of a new touch thermostat FENIX TFT was completed, designed for controlling electric underfloor and ceiling radiant heating. The thermostat with a touch display has been specially designed for controlling various types of heating systems and will be an ideal partner in optimizing energy consumption and increasing living comfort. The advantage of this innovation is the vast number of features with a very simple touch display interface – users can easily and clearly set the desired function (options include simple program creation, weekly programming in 15-minute increments, temporary program suspension, freeze protection, or Holiday function). The new thermostat with a modern design and touch display will help optimize heating comfort and minimize operating costs. A new feature in the range is the central regulation BMR with the option of control via the web through a PC / laptop or smartphone, and wireless central regulation is also being prepared.