Keeping Your Patio Warm When the Weather Turns
Let’s be honest: nobody wants to eat outside in the freezing cold. When the temperature drops, your outdoor tables go empty, and you start losing money. Most people try to fix this with standard heaters that warm up the air. The problem? The wind just blows that warmth away. It’s a waste of electricity. That’s why we use shortwave infrared. Instead of fighting the breeze, it sends heat directly to your guests’ skin and clothes. It feels like stepping into a patch of sunlight on a crisp day. Instant warmth.
Built for the Elements
Outdoor gear takes a beating. Rain, sleet, humidity—it’s a lot for electronics to handle. We build our units to an IP44 standard. In plain English, that means the housing is tight enough to keep out dust and splashes from any angle. Without that protection, moisture creeps into the electricals and—boom—you’ve got a blown fuse right in the middle of a Friday night rush.
More Heat, More Orders
If you want people to actually stay at their tables, the heat needs to hit fast. Our infrared lamps reach full temperature in seconds. We use high wattage to keep the heat focused. This is a big deal because you can warm up the actual seating area without wasting energy trying to heat the entire alleyway. When guests feel cozy the moment they sit down, they relax. They stay longer. They order that second bottle of wine. Plus, you can keep your patio open for those four months of the year when you’d normally have to shutter it.
A Few Tips on Setup
One warning: don’t just plug these into any old outlet. These arrays pull a lot of power. If you try to daisy-chain them or put too many on a low-amp breaker, you’re going to trip the system during your busiest hour. Give them their own dedicated circuit. Also, watch your angles. High-intensity infrared can be a bit blinding if it’s staring a customer in the face. You have to find the sweet spot with the mounting height. Too low, and you’ll bake the tabletop. Too high, and the heat vanishes before it reaches the guest. Get the height and the wattage balanced, and you’re golden.