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Radiant Heating & Cooling exhibiting at Installer Show 2026

Bal Group is proud to announce we will be exhibiting for the first time at the hugely popular Installer Show at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.

BAL Group expands group with acquisition of Heatech Ltd

When it comes to heating solutions BAL Group has over three decades of industry experience. BAL Group is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of aluminium extrusion and multi metalcomponents,...

BAL Group expands building products range – Introducing our Aluminium Decking product range – Baldek

When it comes to aluminium BAL Group has over three decades of experience in designing andcreating aluminium solutions. We are now one of the UK’s leading suppliers of aluminium heatsinks,...
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Are Radiant Panels Safe?

Introduction Radiant panels have emerged as a modern heating solution, promising both efficiency and comfort. Yet, amidst their popularity, some questions have been asked about their safety. Are radiant panels...

Radiator vs. Radiant Panel Heating: Uncovering the Key Differences

Introduction When it comes to heating your building efficiently and effectively, there are several options available. Two popular choices are radiators and radiant panels. While both serve the same primary...

Debunking the Top 10 Myths About Radiant Panels

Introduction Radiant panels, often referred to as radiant heating systems, are highly efficient and comfortable heating solution for homes and commercial spaces. Despite their ever increasing popularity, there are several...

Unveiling the Radiant Revolution: Top 10 Benefits of Radiant Panels

Introduction In the quest for optimal indoor climate control, radiant panels have risen to prominence as a transformative force. These advanced heating systems blend innovation with efficiency, promising a spectrum...

New Partner – Hamwic Technical Products

We are excited to announce our new partnership with Hamwic Technical Products (HTP).Based on the south coast HTP host a range of high quality, innovative heating and cooling products, which...
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Everything you need to know about radiant panels

Spectrum Radiant Panels save energy and money by achieving a higher perceived temperature than the actual room temperature and offer an unobtrusive design. Modern heating and cooling is all about people and providing a comfortable environment for occupants. However, with issues such energy efficiency becoming increasingly important in delivering a heating and cooling system which offers an effective building performance for occupants and also saves energy and money, is paramount in the choice of an optimum heating/cooling solution.

How do radiant panels work?

Radiant heat is a form of electromagnetic radiation, between ultra violet and infra-red on the electromagnetic spectrum. These electromagnetic waves penetrate the air with no loss of energy and this energy is only converted to instant heat when it comes into contact with any object of a lower temperature, warming anyone or anything in close proximity. If the radiant panels are heated by hot water this subsequently gives off energy to the room. This energy is converted into heat only when it comes into contact with the human body or other objects. This is identical to the way in which the direct sunlight on a cold winter’s day produces warmth and makes us feel comfortable. As a result radiant ceiling panels provide a pleasant and comfortable warmth at ground level, even when installed at a height of 30 metres. There are many radiant panels available on the market but the concept is the same. Water is distributed through an aluminum panel via waterways attached to the rear.

Radiant panels offer many benefits:

Create a more comfortable environment for occupants by creating an even temperature distribution across the room. Save energy and money by achieving a higher perceived temperature than the actual room temperature. Works well with lower temperature heating systems and provide an efficient solution offering a short heating and cooling time. Our panels are Installed within a ceiling or high on a wall and they maximise wall and floor space with silent operation and a no dust/bacteria dispersal offering a hygienic, maintenance free solution with lower cleaning costs.