Stop letting your patio go to waste this winter
There is nothing worse than looking out at a beautiful outdoor seating area and seeing it completely empty just because there’s a chill in the air. It’s basically lost money. I’ve seen too many restaurant owners just accept that their patio is a “seasonal” thing, but it doesn’t have to be. The trick is getting the right kind of heat.
Why shortwave infrared actually works
Most heaters try to warm up the air. The problem? Wind just blows that warm air away. It’s a losing battle. Shortwave infrared is different. It works more like the sun. It sends heat directly to your guests—not the air around them. So, even if it’s a breezy night, your customers feel that warmth the second they sit down. They aren’t shivering through their appetizers or waiting twenty minutes to “warm up.” They’re comfortable immediately, which means they stay longer and you turn tables faster.
Built for the elements (and the cleaning crew)
Outdoor gear takes a beating. Between the rain, the snow, and the occasional aggressive power-washing during a deep clean, most electronics just give up. That’s why we use IP66-rated units. In plain English: they’re sealed tight. Dust can’t get in, and water can’t get through, even if it’s hitting the unit at high pressure. You don’t have to worry about a sudden downpour shorting out your system or corrosion eating away at the elements.
A few things to keep in mind
Adding heat is a great way to keep your covers up during the off-season, but you can’t just plug these into a standard wall outlet and hope for the best. These units pull a lot of power. If you try to run a dozen of them on one circuit, you’re going to trip the breaker in about five seconds. Talk to your electrician and make sure your distribution board can actually handle the peak load. And please, watch your mounting height. Aim for about 2.5 to 3 meters up. If they’re too low, your guests will complain that their heads are baking while their toes are freezing. If they’re too high, the heat doesn’t hit. Get that height right, and your guests will be perfectly cozy from the shoulders down.