Ever wondered what infrared heating really feels like in a real home? Now you can experience it for yourself – inside the UK’s first ever climate-controlled infrared test facility. Herschel’s Infrared Experience Lounge, a unique space specially designed to test, measure, and demonstrate the capabilities of infrared heating technology.

The Experience Lounge, designed as a home living space, is surrounded by a bespoke environmental chamber engineered to replicate real world heat loss in a similar way to how homes lose heat to the outdoors on cold days. No matter the season, you can feel exactly how infrared warmth behaves in a home setting.

The purpose built space isn’t just for experiencing comfort, it’s also a state-of-the-art research hub. With more than 40 temperature sensors and multiple thermal imaging cameras positioned throughout the room, our team uses the facility to analyse the thermal dynamics of infrared heating, test new product designs, and benchmark performance against conventional heaters. The test facility is built to IEC 60675 radiant efficiency test laboratory standards, allowing us to develop and test the next generation of innovative, efficient, comfortable infrared home heating.

Curious to feel the difference for yourself? Book a visit to our Bristol showroom and step into the Experience Lounge. Sit back, and discover the natural, cosy warmth of infrared.

The Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá, is sited on the rim of the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, in Tanzania, a World Heritage Site. The hotel offers extraordinary views over the 600-metre deep crater which is home to more than 25,000 animals and 2.5 million years of history. We are delighted that the stunning hotel is heated by Herschel Comfort infrared panels.

The hotel enjoys unbeatable views over the world’s largest volcanic caldera. Keeping sustainability at its core, its philosophy is based on integration with the local ecosystem.  Herschel is thrilled that the hotel chose our infrared heaters as its heating solution including our highly sustainable Comfort panels.

We were privileged to visit the Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá in June 2025 and see the Comfort infrared heating panels installed throughout the hotel bedrooms. In addition, Herschel Summit heaters heat the dining area and Florida heaters provide warmth through the exterior restaurant and terraces.

Feedback from the hotel, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, on the infrared heaters was fantastic. We are delighted that the infrared heaters align not only with with the hotel’s sustainability objectives but also with their aim to create spacious, serene and comfortable spaces from which to enjoy the breath-taking views. The Comfort infrared panel heaters deliver a discreet, unobtrusive and space-saving comfort heating solution ensuring views from the hotel bedrooms are uninterrupted and floor space is kept to a maximum.

Take a listen to Paul Morey, Herschel Infrared CEO, discussing how the Comfort infrared panels were the first Comfort heaters to be manufactured in, and distributed from, the UK production Facility.

Summit heaters warming hotel restaurant

Contact our team for advice on our wide range of infrared heating solutions.

It was our great pleasure to welcome Adrian Fox, Church of England Environment and Sustainability Officer, to our Herschel production facility in Bristol last week to showcase our pioneering Halo heritage heating solutions. Having specified our Halo heaters for a substantial number of parishes within the Church of England, we valued the opportunity to provide Adrian with an insight into our heater manufacturing process and our market leading control solutions. Our skilled and dedicated team showcased all processes involved, from precision design and laser-cutting to welding and meticulous handcraftsmanship that completes the final build.

“I had a very positive and informative afternoon, thank you. I’m impressed with the care and attention applied to the products, but more so the desire to learn and adapt it to meet this niche market’s needs. My visit just reinforced my belief that you have a premium product and are a premium supplier”. – Adrian Fox.

We are delighted to receive such a positive endorsement from Adrian Fox. Our Halo heating products have been specially designed to fit and preserve the heritage heating aesthetic  whilst heating people comfortably, affordably and efficiently. If you would like to discover more about our heating solutions for the heritage market, please visit our heritage website which explains the services we offer and share feedback from a number of churches that have installed Herschel Halo.

A fantastic new Halo case study is available for St Chad’s Church, in Bradford. St Chad’s Church, a Grade II listed building built in 1912-14, had nine Halo heaters installed in 2023.

We are thrilled to share a detailed video which discusses feedback from St Chad’s Church, including the significant savings on energy bills since Halo and the Halos suitability to work within the restrictions imposed by its listed status.

The video includes details of the significant savings in heating costs from Halo over the previous system. Monthly running costs, using January as a comparative both pre and post Halo, are:

January 2021: £1,600 (previous heating system through a mix of gas and electric)

January 2024: £455 (Halo system)

A huge monthly saving of £1,135, equating to approximately £8000 over the full winter season.

The video also showcases the Halo heaters in-situ and how their appearance echoes the circular light fittings from 1915, delivering a solution that is not only sensitive to the history of St Chad’s but also complements its heritage aesthetic.

In addition, hear about the Herschel heritage specification process and how we deliver a sustainable, energy-efficient and effective comfort heating solution for churches.

Thank you to everyone involved at St Chad’s, it is brilliant to share your story, and what has been achieved in switching to a cleaner form of heating.

We hope you enjoy hearing about this installation. Please direct any interest in visiting or contacting St Chad’s Church to Herschel. Our Business Development Manager, Adam, can then help coordinate arrangements at times that work best for the church.

Infrared heating has long been recognised for its health and wellness benefits, traditionally used in baby incubators and saunas. And now infrared heating is gaining increasing momentum in the fitness space; hot yoga is already well-established and continues to grow both in the UK and internationally and the latest trend to hit the fitness scene is….. infrared Pilates.

Thanks to 11:11 Yoga for the photo showcasing Herschel Aspect XL heaters.

Unlike conventional convection heating, infrared heat warms the body directly, penetrating deeper into muscles and tissues. This promotes greater flexibility, improved circulation, and supports recovery post exercise. The far infrared wavelength is especially effective, as it is the wavelength most readily absorbed by the human body, mirroring the natural heat we both emit and absorb. The 8 – 12 micron waveband of the Far Infrared is often referred to as the “Vital” range because of its vital warming properties, of human comfort and biological significance.

Typical temperatures used in heat-based yoga and pilates classes range between 32C up to 40.5C and infrared heaters offer the ideal heating solution to reach these temperatures quickly and consistently. Not only does infrared offer efficiency in the way it delivers these high temperatures, by not wasting energy heating the surrounding air, the enhanced benefits of infrared come from the infrared warming up people directly. By combining infrared heat with the practices of yoga and pilates, muscles are physically warmed allowing for an enhanced  range of movement to maximise the benefits from this ancient practice.

As research into the broader health effects of infrared continues, the rising popularity of infrared-based workouts like hot yoga and infrared pilates speaks for itself. Reported benefits also include improved core strength, muscle pain relief, improved mood and increased metabolism amongst others – with all contributing to both physical and mental wellbeing and supporting overall health from the inside out.

We cannot wait to get to another infrared pilates and hot yoga class!

We’re delighted to share that Herschel is officially launching in Brazil! Building on our existing presence in Mexico, we are thrilled to be extending our Latin America proposition and bringing our infrared heating solutions to a wider market.

Our first major appearance took place at Conbrava and Febrava 2025, Latin America’s largest HVACR event, on 10–12 September at São Paulo Expo.

Our Commercial Director, Matthew Dodds, joined the Herschel Infrared Brazil team for the event. The event’s central theme focused on the challenges of climate change and Team Brazil, led by Cezar, showcased the energy efficiency benefits of our infrared heating solutions whilst discussing the future of decarbonisation with industry experts.

We are very excited with the potential of this development and look forward to sharing the benefits and opportunities of Herschel Infrared with Brazil in terms of a more comfortable, sustainable, and healthier form of heating.

CEO, Paul, and his friends John and Mike, are currently undergoing a 1,000-mile challenge; cycling from John O’ Groats to Land’s End to raise funds for St. Peter’s Hospice.

They are currently six days into their epic and they have already faced some of the most beautiful and brutal parts of the UK. From the dramatic Highlands to the wet lochs, Scotland has given them everything it has — relentless rain, gale force head winds, and punishing climbs, but they are still on track to meet their 12-day target.

Paul shared on LinkedIn:

“This is by far the hardest physical challenge I’ve ever done, but also one of the most memorable. We’ve met so many lovely people along the way, and the support has kept us going even in the toughest moments.”

At Herschel Infrared, we’re proud to be supporting this incredible cause with a much-needed van — their essential support vehicle, providing rest, gear, and backup.

The 1000 Mile Journey

The team set off from John O’ Groats on Saturday 24^th May, and are passing through the following places on their journey:

• Altnaharra
• Inverness
• Fort William
• Glasgow
• Lockerbie
• Windermere
• Haydock
• Ironbridge
• Thornbury
• Crediton
• Fowey

before finishing their journey at Land’s End — with sore legs, full hearts, and hopefully a dry day or two along the way!

The £10,000 Goal for St. Peter’s Hospice

The team have already raised over £5,000, and the aim is to double that — with all donations going directly to St. Peter’s Hospice to support patients and families when they need it most.

Donate to the JustGiving page here if you can – every bit of support is hugely appreciated and will help support the amazing work this charity does.

We wish Paul and his fellow cyclists all the best for the second half of their challenge.

See Paul’s post on LinkedIn here.

We are excited to announce an important milestone in our expansion plans following the acquisition of a majority shareholding in InterRAY and InterLED Lighting. This move strengthens our position further within the commercial sector and reinforces our commitment to offering sustainable energy solutions in the transition to net zero.

Established in 2010, InterRAY and InterLED provide a design, manufacture and installation service of infrared heaters and LED lighting to the commercial market. Manufacturing products in the UK they are recognised for their provision of fully bespoke custom design, with specialist installation services. They bring to the Herschel Group an impressive portfolio of lighting and infrared heating installations and a number of exciting new projects and product developments. Herschel will develop InterRAY into its contracting arm to strengthen its proposition with the full service offer of heating, lighting, design, installation, controls and service to the commercial market.

We welcome Mick Baines, who founded the company and will remain as MD, alongside Kerri Nicholson, National Sales Director, who will be responsible for significantly growing the business within the wider Herschel group.

“In recent years, InterLED has focused on advancing commercial infrared heating, developing systems that offer a genuine alternative to fossil fuels for large-scale applications. Partnering with Herschel Infrared—an industry leader we’ve long respected—is a proud moment for us. Together, we look forward to driving wider adoption of this sustainable technology and shaping the future of workplace heating.” Mick Baines and Kerri Nicholson (below).

Paul Morey, Herschel Infrared CEO, comments:

“We foresee significant growth in infrared in the commercial sector as companies decarbonise their heating to meet net zero targets. The team at InterRAY and InterLED have a wealth of knowledge in heating and lighting of large spaces such as warehouses, garages, industrial units and factories. This complements our existing infrared heater offering in the space heating market and also provides us with a full design and install service for customers, something we are seeing increasing demand for. It also gives us the ability to develop innovative combined LED lighting and IR heating products with advanced smart controls. Almost all commercial premises need both heating and lighting, combining the two has the potential for significant technological advances in the sector.” Paul Morey, CEO, Herschel Infrared 

InterRAY and InterLED will be exhibiting with Herschel at Automechanika, NEC Birmingham, on 3-5 June 2025.

Ensuring Infrared has a Seat at the Main Table

We are delighted to be strengthening our existing relationship with the Sustainable Energy Association (SEA) by becoming an Executive Member.  We hope to continue to work closely with the SEA to evolve policy solutions and ensure infrared is one of the key technologies available to UK consumers and businesses. 

“As the UK’s market leaders in the manufacture and supply of electric infrared heating, we are delighted to be strengthening our involvement and relationship with the SEA by becoming an executive member.

Infrared heating is an established technology with a key role to play in the decarbonisation of heat. The SEA’s role in promoting an agnostic approach and range of different heating technologies, including infrared, is critical in meeting key targets for this energy transition. We are excited to be working closely with the SEA to evolve and develop policy solutions and ensure infrared is one of the key technologies available to UK consumers and businesses.” Matthew Dodds, Director – Commercial Division, Herschel Infrared

Joining Forces to Shape the Future of Sustainable Energy

We were also invited to attend the SEA’s 2025 Annual Parliamentary Reception at the House of Lords, which provided a brilliant opportunity to come together and discuss what we must prioritise to help expand the sustainable energy sector and discuss the SEA’s 2025 policy agenda. Attended by Richard Martin and Matthew Dodds on behalf of Herschel, it was fantastic to hear from Dave Sowden, Daniel Mosley, Lord Ravensdale and Selvin Brown and meet with stakeholders and industry experts, including Professor Richard Fitton from Salford University.

The Sustainable Energy Association’s 2025 policy aims to encourage energy bill savings by rewarding in-use performance of energy efficiency measures, rather than focusing solely on the initial installation as the Government’s current grant structure does. The incentive will also create offerings for underserved market segments, particularly the able-to-pay and private-rented sectors, alongside tackling fuel poverty.

“[It] felt like a coming of age to be part of a sustainable energy focussed meeting in the Houses of Parliament, with policy makers; industry influencers, academics, housing groups and suppliers such as ourselves, where there were numerous shout-outs during the speeches to: a technology agnostic approach to heating; Infrared Heating as one such a proposition and then specifically a couple of times to Herschel Infrared.” 

[It was] very interesting also to hear David Sowden of SEA launch their new Energy Efficiency Incentive, which aims to improve energy efficiency investment by turning the existing models of up-front subsidies and payments, which tend to artificially stimulate markets which are otherwise not fully clear or affordable in their own right (and which harm the markets if those subsidies are also then removed), in favour of switching to rewards for in-use energy efficiency measures which could make eligibility fairer; certainly makes ‘delivery of benefits’ much more of a factor and should also help ensure all the main actors (investors; market makers; suppliers; consumers) are in it for the long term. Richard Martin, Technical Development Director, Herschel Infrared

[Some] other key points raised were on the rebalancing of the electricity and gas pricing taking levies off electricity and the need for this and the SEA mentioning that the approach to Net Zero should also not forget the Non-Domestic side of the heating market, which is something I am keen to push as this is such a key part of the market for us as well. Matthew Dodds, Director – Commercial Division, Herschel Infrared

View the full article about the 2025 Annual Parliamentary Reception on the SEA’s website.

As the only UK member of the European Infrared Heating Alliance (EIHA) we are thrilled to share the fantastic news that our UK Comfort infrared panel range has been awarded the European Quality Compliance Label, in accordance with the requirements of the EIHA.

Certified Radiation Efficiency

The European Quality Label certifies that Herschel Comfort products are manufactured in compliance with European Factory Procedure ECS/CIG 021-024. It also certifies that Herschel Comfort meets the radiation efficiency requirements, as set out in IEC 60675-3:2020.

Factory Inspection

Alongside detailed testing and assessment of the Comfort range by engineering firm Peutz, the quality certification also involved a factory inspection (bi-annual). The factory inspection by an accredited body assesses whether product components and manufacturing processes meet the required criteria. Following the inspection in January 2025, successful certification was granted by the Indoor Climate Technology Foundation. This confirms all quality and reliability standards have been met.

Paul Morey, CEO, has shared his delight at achieving this milestone. “We are thrilled that Herschel has been been awarded the European quality certification for our UK manufactured Comfort infrared panel heating range. The quality mark is aimed at standardising electric infrared heating and we are delighted that we have been recognised in this way. The high radiant efficiency performance of our infrared panels, certified by the Quality Label, alongside the fact that we are the only UK member of the European Infrared Heating Alliance, demonstrates our commitment to quality and firmly sets us apart as the UK number one infrared heating company”.

To recognise Herschel’s accreditation on product manufacture, Herschel Comfort infrared heating panels will have the European Quality Logo added to their labelling moving forward. Herschel remains committed to sourcing the highest quality components and adhering to quality controlled manufacturing processes. We look forward to continuing to support the EIHA in its efforts to ensure consumers are informed in their choices for efficient, sustainable and comfortable heating solutions.