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Electric heaters for thermal disinfection can be used as an eco-friendly method of pest control. By heating gradually to 50°C in order to kill bugs in a contaminated space, they provide a non-intrusive method of killing off infestations without causing damage or posing a risk to health. This makes them suitable for use in all public and commercial spaces, as well as for any industrial purpose.


Why choose electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

While chemicals have been used for many years to disinfect areas and handle pest control, this does have disadvantages. They can take a long time to apply and clean, meaning areas may need to be vacated for a long time before it is safe for people or animals to enter.

Furthermore, many types of pests and germs have developed resistance over the years to some chemicals, meaning they are no longer as effective as they once were. They can also place the health of operators at risk, as well as be harmful to the environment.

Thermal disinfection offers a safe, eco-friendly alternative. Using only hot air to create inhospitable conditions for bugs, bacteria, viruses and other contaminants, electric heaters can be an efficient, effective way to ensure spaces are clean and healthy for inhabitants.

Upon being placed inside a bug-infested or otherwise contaminated room, these recirculate the air and increase temperatures by up to 15ºC at a time to reach the optimal temperature of 50ºC. At these high temperatures, most bugs, larvae, eggs and other pathogens cannot survive, leading them to die by dehydration.

As no chemicals are employed, the thermal disinfection process can be completed quickly and leave no residual damage that must be cleaned afterwards. This makes electric heaters ideally suited for pest control in many public, commercial and industrial spaces, including:

  • Houses, flats and other accommodation
  • Hospital rooms
  • Train carriages
  • Aeroplane cabins
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping malls
  • Warehouses and storage areas

Compact, lightweight and durable, our portable disinfection heaters are employed throughout Europe to tackle infestations at any scale. Our units’ smooth, gradual heating prevents thermal shock from causing damage to rooms and the objects within them, ensuring safe, controlled disinfection at all times.

In addition, this approach leaves a much-reduced impact on the environment than the use of chemicals and pesticides, allowing these jobs to be conducted in a greener, healthier way. Our highly energy-efficient heating technology also keeps operating costs to a minimum.

Ready to invest in thermal disinfection? For more on our powerful, portable electric heaters, reach one of our experts on the form below.

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Electric heaters for thermal disinfection: Frequently Asked Questions

What are electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

Electric heaters for thermal disinfection are a specific type of portable electric heaters used to disinfect spaces and eliminate harmful pests and microorganisms. They use heat to handle this process rather than chemical disinfectants, and are widely regarded as a safe, efficient and controllable way to treat contaminated environments.

How do electric heaters work for thermal disinfection?

Electric heaters convert electric energy into heat, which is then pushed into the surrounding environment. These heaters used for thermal disinfection are capable of rising up to 70ºC for specific lengths of time.

Thermal disinfection works by raising temperatures in the area past the point that bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms can live. All germs have a “thermal death point”, which when exceeded for a period of time, will cause them to die.

Using only hot air to create inhospitable conditions for bugs, bacteria, viruses and other contaminants, electric heaters are an efficient, effective way to ensure spaces are clean and healthy for inhabitants.

What are the benefits of using electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

Electric heaters offer several benefits for disinfecting an environment when compared with chemical disinfectants. These units are relatively inexpensive and easy to use, making them suitable for a range of applications.

They can reach high temperatures very quickly, allowing them to rapidly disinfect spaces and reach every corner of a room, which a chemical solution may not be able to achieve.

In addition, this is a healthier and cleaner approach to chemicals, which could risk the wellbeing of people and pets, and has a much reduced environmental impact. Plus, as many germs and pathogens have developed resistance to chemicals and pesticides over the years, heat is a more effective way to eradicate spaces of harmful microorganisms.

Who can use electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

Electric heaters for thermal disinfection can be used by a range of professionals, and are easier to use and install than spraying chemicals in a space. Often they are employed by pest control specialists and healthcare professionals.

Because heaters leave no residue that must be cleaned up like chemicals, these are ideally suited for disinfection in many public, commercial and industrial spaces, including:

  • Houses, flats and other accommodation
  • Hospital rooms
  • Train carriages
  • Aeroplane cabins
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping malls
  • Warehouses and storage areas

Are electric heaters for thermal disinfection environmentally friendly?

Yes. Chemicals and pesticides have a greater environmental impact than electric heaters, making this approach to disinfecting more eco-friendly.

At Dantherm Group, our decades of development across our range of electric heaters has made them effective energy-savers, reducing their environmental impact as much as possible.

What is the difference between disinfection and sterilisation?

Disinfection means that the overwhelming majority of bacteria, viruses and other germs in a space are eradicated. However, some resistant bacterial spores may remain in the process.

Sterilisation leaves environments completely free from any presence of microorganisms. This is more thorough than disinfection, but will typically take longer and require more heavy-duty, specialist equipment.

Are electric heaters safe to use?

Yes. Electric heaters are very safe and simple to use, and present a minimal hazard when the appropriate precautions are taken.

  • It is important to read and understand the user manual for key safety information
  • Regular maintenance of the unit should be carried out
  • The area around the heater should be free from obstructions when in use

Furthermore, our units’ smooth, gradual heating stops thermal shock damage to rooms and the objects within them, ensuring controlled disinfection at all times.

Are electric heaters energy efficient?

Yes. Dantherm Group has been engineering electric heaters for many decades, employing trusted techniques and components to limit their energy consumption.

Can I buy your electric heaters for thermal disinfection online?

For all of our electric heaters, VAT-registered companies can get a quote very quickly by pressing 'I want to buy' and inserting their enquiry and contact details.

However, you cannot carry out the entire purchasing process on our website. This is because due to the heater you wish to purchase and your area of residence, you may or may not need to buy through a local Dantherm Group representative. We will facilitate this when you use the 'I want to buy' button for the heater of your choice.

Can I bulk buy electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

Yes, we can fulfil bulk orders across our range of electric heaters for thermal disinfection. Get in contact with our experts or go direct to your local Dantherm Group representative to discuss the exact needs of your project and how we can meet your requirements.

Can I speak to someone for technical advice to buy the right electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

At Dantherm Group, we pride ourselves on ensuring all solutions we supply are tailored to your precise needs. Our decades of experience and total control over the design and manufacture of our range of electric heaters for thermal disinfection means we can provide you with bespoke, technical advice to ensure you receive the most efficient, effective and sustainable solution.

Reach out to our experts for a free, specialist consultation about your specifications so we can advise you on the most suitable heater.

What is your delivery time for electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

This depends. For some standard electric heaters, as well as their accessories and consumables, we offer day-to-day delivery. Larger or more complex orders will likely have a longer lead time.

For detailed information on when you can expect to receive the solutions you are interested in, please reach out to your local Dantherm Group representative.

Do you sell electric heaters for thermal disinfection to private consumers?

No. All Dantherm Group electric heaters included on this website are sold only to industry professionals either directly or via our extensive network of suppliers.

Do you provide support, servicing and parts for your electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

Yes. We have dedicated offices, suppliers and servicing partners based across Europe to provide timely, ongoing support across our entire range of electric heaters. You can get in touch through our contact form and we will make sure your enquiry is handled by the office or service partner best suited to your needs.

We also have an extensive network of spare parts dealers throughout Europe, who are geared to provide you with a complete stock of spare parts for your electric heaters. We are committed to catering to your needs and getting you the required parts as quickly and easily as possible.

How can I become a supplier to sell your electric heaters for thermal disinfection?

If you would like to become a supplier of Dantherm Group electric heaters for thermal disinfection, please refer to our Supplier Code of Conduct.

Get in touch with our team via email or over the phone if you have an enquiry, and we will get back to you at our earliest convenience.

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