
Chapel Hill Winery Case Study: Short wave Infrared Heating Solution for Tasting Room
Project overview
Chapel Hill Winery’s tasting room is housed within an iconic 150-year-old chapel with a dining area in a large, attached glass atrium offering guests an experience that blends fine wine, heritage, and art. With the atrium very cold on winter days, the winery team was looking for an effective radiant heating solution to improve customer experience, something to provide efficient and targeted heat for this open dining space.

The Challenge of heating winery glass atrium dining room
This uninsulated glass atrium presented a challenge in heating during winter – it was difficult to heat the space efficiently by traditional means such as heated air because the warmth rose and escaped, leaving guests at floor level with little benefit.
Short-wave infrared heating solution for winery dining room
We recommended the Heliosa 66 short-wave infrared heaters to the Chapel Hill Winery team, as they provide instant, targeted heat wherever needed. Four of Heliosa low electricity consumption heaters were strategically mounted on the columns to deliver targeted warmth directly to guests, ensuring even heat coverage across the space without heat loss.
Designed with innovation and efficiency in mind, Heliosa infrared heaters utilise advanced short-wave infrared technology—at 92% radiant efficiency, this is most effective infrared heating type available. Additionally, they feature a patented polished parabolic reflector that directs a high percentage of energy toward heating people and objects, rather than losing heat within the heater casing. This design allows for maximum coverage and efficiency, with a single Heliosa 66 heater capable of covering up to 20m².
Additionally, there is no need to pre-heat the area because short-wave infrared provides instant heat (full power within 1 second of switch on). This targeted heating approach minimises energy wastage, resulting in lower electricity bills compared to conventional outdoor heating methods. When combined with renewable household solar panels, a Heliosa heater can produce zero emissions, making it an eco-friendly heating solution for any outdoor space.

Benefits of using short-wave infrared heaters in open dining areas
- Natural and healthy heat: Provides comfortable warmth without drying the air.
- 92% radiant efficiency: Delivers effective and instant warmth to your outdoors.
- Water resistance: Designed to withstand most weather conditions.
- Long life and low maintenance: Durable construction ensures years of reliable performance.
- Easy to install: Quick and hassle-free setup process.
- Remote control option: Available as an add-on for added convenience.
Results
The Heliosa 66 short-wave infrared heaters delivered instant and consistent warmth, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere for dining and wine tasting. Thanks to their efficient heating technology, the winery not only enhanced the guest experience but also reduced energy consumption and operating costs.
Conclusion
The installation of Heliosa 66 infrared heaters at Chapel Hill Winery has transformed their wine tasting room into a comfortable and energy-efficient space, ensuring year-round comfort for guests. By choosing the most energy-efficient outdoor heaters of us, which has offered a reliable heating solution that aligns with cost effective goals and enhances the guest experience.
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