Warehouse Heat Pumps
Clade specialises in the design and manufacture of high-performance commercial heat pumps that are purpose-built and specifically optimised for the unique heating requirements of large-scale industrial spaces, such as warehouses, factories and distribution centres. Our systems are engineered in the UK and utilise natural refrigerants, positioning them as an environmentally responsible and highly efficient solution for modern warehouse heating.
What Are Warehouse Heat Pumps?
Warehouse heat pumps are commercial heating systems that use electricity to transfer heat from the air, ground or water into large industrial spaces. Rather than generating heat through combustion, they upgrade naturally occurring heat and distribute it efficiently throughout the warehouse.
Designed to operate at scale, warehouse heat pumps provide reliable space heating and hot water while reducing carbon emissions and long-term energy costs. When engineered correctly, they are a practical, low-carbon alternative to traditional gas or oil boiler systems.
Benefits of Using Heat Pumps for Warehouses
Heating a warehouse efficiently requires systems that can perform at scale, operate reliably and align with long-term carbon targets. Clade’s commercial heat pumps are engineered specifically for large, high-demand environments, delivering consistent performance while reducing both emissions and running costs.
- Lower carbon emissions: Heat pumps use renewable heat from the air, ground or water, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting warehouse decarbonisation targets.
- Reduced energy costs: By producing more heat energy than the electricity they consume, heat pumps deliver high efficiencies that can lower long-term operational costs.
- Future-ready compliance: Electrified heating helps warehouses stay aligned with tightening UK building regulations and net zero strategies.
- Scalable performance: SModular heat pump systems can be sized and expanded to suit warehouses of different sizes and heat loads.
- Reliable operation: Designed for continuous commercial use, Clade’s heat pumps provide consistent heating across large floor areas and high-ceiling spaces.
- Low maintenance requirements: Fewer moving parts than traditional boilers mean reduced servicing needs and improved long-term reliability.
How Do Warehouse Heat Pumps Work?
Heat pumps work by capturing low-grade heat from the air, ground or water and upgrading it to a usable temperature for space heating or hot water. Using electricity to drive this process, they deliver significantly more heat energy than they consume.
For warehouses, this approach provides a reliable and efficient way to heat large volumes of space while reducing carbon emissions and dependence on gas or oil. Clade’s systems use natural refrigerants, ensuring high performance with a much lower environmental impact.
How Clade Installs Warehouse Heat Pumps
Every warehouse presents different challenges, from ceiling heights and insulation levels to usage patterns and existing plant. Clade’s installation process is designed to account for this complexity.
The process begins with a detailed site assessment to understand heat demand, layout and operational requirements. From there, Clade engineers design a bespoke heat pump solution, selecting the most appropriate system type and capacity.
Heat pumps are manufactured in the UK and installed by experienced engineers, with careful integration into existing heating infrastructure where required. Once installed, systems are fully commissioned, tested and handed over with ongoing support and maintenance options to ensure long-term performance.
Types of Heat Pumps for Warehouses
Air Source Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps extract heat from outside air and are suitable for most warehouse applications. They offer flexibility, strong efficiency and straightforward installation, making them a popular choice for both new builds and retrofits.
Ground and Water Source Heat Pumps
Where site conditions allow, ground or water source systems provide stable, high-efficiency performance throughout the year. These systems are particularly well suited to warehouses with consistent heating demands.
Modular Heat Pump Systems
Modular heat pumps allow multiple units to operate together, providing scalable capacity for large or expanding warehouses. This approach also improves resilience, as systems can continue operating if individual modules are offline.
High-Temperature Heat Pumps
For warehouses with existing radiator or air handling systems designed for higher flow temperatures, Clade’s high-temperature heat pumps can deliver up to 80°C. This makes them a practical replacement for traditional boilers with minimal system changes.
HEAT PUMP SERVICES FOR WAREHOUSES
Founded in 1985, Clade Engineering Systems has years of experience in everything heat pumps related from research and development, through design and installation, to aftercare and maintenance. Our Customers benefits from the peace of mind of knowing that Clade will be there to help every step of the way.
FAQs About Warehouse Heat Pumps
Yes. When correctly designed, heat pumps can effectively heat large volumes and high spaces. Clade engineers systems specifically around warehouse size, usage and heat distribution requirements.
In many cases, yes. High-temperature and modular heat pumps can integrate with existing pipework, air handling units or emitters, reducing the need for full system replacement.
Depending on the system type, Clade heat pumps can deliver standard or high flow temperatures, including up to 80°C for applications where higher temperatures are required.
Clade’s heat pumps are built for commercial and industrial use, designed to operate reliably under continuous load with appropriate maintenance.
Yes. By replacing fossil fuel heating with electrically driven systems using natural refrigerants, heat pumps play a key role in reducing operational carbon emissions and supporting net zero strategies.
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