Detroit Radiant Products Company

09/14/2026

What really drives radiant heater performance?

In the final part of our reflector series, we look at how reflector material, geometry, emitter-tube temperature, and other design choices work together to influence measured radiant output.

Because in the end, no single feature tells the whole story.

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In Part 1 of our reflector series, we looked at why reflector claims and simplified geometry do not, by themselves, establish heater performance. In Part 2,

08/24/2026

How is radiant output from a gas-fired infrared heater actually measured?

Part 2 of our reflector series looks at the difference between safety certification and radiant-performance rating, why a single temperature or output reading doesn’t tell the whole story, how radiant output is mapped, and what Radiant Emission Value (REV) actually represents.

We also take a closer look at stack temperature and why a safety limit should not be confused with a radiant-performance rating.

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In Part 1 of our reflector series, we looked at why terms like “100% efficient,” “single-pass,” and “dual-pass” do not, by themselves, establish how an

08/13/2026

Can an infrared heater reflector really be “100% efficient”?

It’s a common claim, but the answer is more complicated than a few perfectly drawn lines on a diagram.

Our latest blog looks at how reflector geometry, real materials, emitter temperature, and whole-heater performance all factor into the equation.

Read Part 1 of our reflector series here:

So what does a “100% efficient reflector” actually mean? There is no industry standard that establishes a standalone reflector-efficiency rating, so the

08/05/2026

Why can a building have plenty of heating capacity and still feel cold at floor level?

Sometimes the issue is not how much heat is being produced but how that heat is being delivered.

Our newest blog compares infrared radiant heat and forced air, including what happens in buildings with high ceilings, large doors, and unevenly occupied spaces.

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When evaluating heating options for a commercial or industrial building, infrared radiant and forced-air systems are often compared as though they accomplish

07/15/2026

Today we're at the Consumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Expo at Ford Field!

We're excited to spend the day networking with fellow industry professionals and sharing how Re-Verber-Ray infrared heating solutions help improve comfort and energy efficiency in commercial and industrial spaces.

If you're attending the expo, be sure to keep an eye out for us at Booth 23!

07/04/2026

Wishing you a safe and happy 4th of July from all of us at Detroit Radiant Products! 🇺🇸

However you’re celebrating today, we hope your holiday is filled with good company, bright moments, and plenty of red, white, and blue.

Happy Independence Day!

07/01/2026

Say hello to Hot Rhod, our new high-end designer heating line built for spaces where warmth should feel as good as it looks.

The HRE Series brings the Hot Rhod vision to life with a clean, low-profile architectural design, single or dual element configurations, marine grade aluminum black powder-coated chassis, 316 marine grade bus bar, and optional trim add-ons in black, blue, gold, red, and 316 marine grade stainless steel.

Designed for patios, restaurants, hospitality spaces, and upscale outdoor applications, the HRE Series delivers powerful radiant comfort with a refined look.

Designed for comfort. Built for demanding spaces.

See the full launch on our blog: https://tinyurl.com/3ssz59y3

06/11/2026

Radiant heat is not just for warehouses.

From open-air pavilions and restaurant patios to residential outdoor living spaces and luxury garages, infrared radiant heating can be used in places where comfort and design both matter.

Our latest blog explores how modern radiant heating applications are showing up in more polished, design-conscious spaces without taking away from the atmosphere that makes those spaces special.

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When many people picture infrared radiant heating, they envision warehouse ceilings, exposed tube heaters, and industrial spaces. And to be fair, radiant heat

06/02/2026

Our partner, Alke, will be exhibiting at VIV Europe in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from June 2nd through June 4th.

Visit Booth C096 to connect with the Alke team and learn more about their heating solutions for agricultural and livestock environments.

05/28/2026

Ever been in a building where the heaters are running, but everyone on the floor is still wearing jackets?

That's usually not just about heating capacity. It's about where the heat actually ends up.

Our latest blog breaks down how infrared radiant heating works and why it can be so effective in large, open, or high-ceiling spaces.

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In many commercial and industrial buildings, comfort complaints are not caused by a lack of heating capacity. They are caused by where the heat actually ends