More stringent targets set for the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme to encourage energy efficiency have been supported by Schwank, the supplier of infrared heaters for industrial and commercial buildings.
The new measures specifically relating to radiant heating products were introduced last month.

Products that show the right level of energy efficiency are included on the Energy Technology List (ETL), which covers a wide range of HVAC equipment as well as other related product areas.

There are four categories of radiant heaters affected by the new targets - unitary radiant tube heater units, radiant plaque and cone heater units, multi-burner and continuous radiant tube heaters.

Steve Sherman, managing director of Schwank, that manufacturers should be encouraged to up their game continually in order to stay on the ETL and it would be beneficial if targets were raised further.

He added: 'High radiant efficiencies in radiant heating products mean lower carbon emissions and lower energy costs for business. The ECA Scheme is an excellent way to support these environmental and financial goals, but the targets could be more ambitious.'

The ECA Scheme enables companies to claim 100 per cent first year capital allowances when investing in energy saving equipment. There is a similar scheme relating to the efficient use of water and the ECA model is seen by many as an effective incentive for businesses to conserve resources and reduce their carbon footprint.