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INDUSTRIAL AND SPORTS HALL HEATING

EXPLORE

EFFICIENT HYDRONIC HEATING FOR LARGE SPACES

As energy prices continue to rise, Pipelife hydronic systems offer an effective, sustainable and low-cost heating solution for sports halls and industrial facilities.

Our underfloor heating systems can be seamlessly integrated beneath any floor type to deliver consistent warmth throughout your facility.

We can tailor all systems to your specific requirements with our in-house design service for projects of all types, sizes and stages of development.

Pipelife HVAC application areas illustrations of industrial sports halls heating

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Pipelife PERT/EVOH pipes surface heating and cooling

UNDERFLOOR HEATING PIPES

Pipelife PERT II underfloor heating pipes are flexible while maintaining excellent form stability. Designed to withstand the temperatures and pressures required to heat vast indoor spaces, they include an integrated EVOH barrier to prevent oxygen diffusion and subsequent system corrosion. All pipes are produced to the highest quality standards in accordance with EN ISO 21003.

MANIFOLDS

We offer stainless steel and brass manifolds in both standard and prefabricated arrangements. All manifolds include regulating valves, and prefab setups come pressure-tested and fully pre-assembled for easy installation.

With our online manifold configurator, you can combine various manifolds, cabinets and connections for a bespoke system customized to your needs.

ACCESSORIES

Our comprehensive range of accessories includes versatile mounting rails, nickel-plated euro cone adapters for secure pipe-manifold connections, and manifold bend supports that protect pipes between the manifold and the floor.

BENEFIT FROM CONSISTENT THERMAL COMFORT

Hydronic systems are one of the most efficient methods for maintaining consistent warmth in large hall spaces. Installed beneath the entire floor surface, they ensure sports and industrial halls enjoy consistent, draft-free and edge-to-edge coverage.

Pipelife Sports Halls Underfloor Heating with Layers showing pipes below floor

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Hydronic underfloor heating can improve the sustainability of your setup while reducing energy bills. Compared to forced-air appliances, hydronic systems require significantly less energy to maintain comfortable temperatures in large spaces — particularly when integrated through concrete core activation, harnessing the added thermodynamic properties of concrete.

VALUABLE FLEXIBILITY

Hydronic solutions ensure your property remains versatile and attractive to a variety of buyers. Uncompromised open spaces and year-round temperature stability are critical for facilities housing perishable goods, livestock, sporting activities or fragile material, as well as those concerned with indoor comfort and safety.

UNCOMPROMISED LOAD CAPACITY

Hydronic underfloor heating systems remain fully functional regardless of the weight imposed upon them. You can continue to use heavy vehicles, machinery and equipment without impacting your investment or comfort.

SAFER OUTDOOR SURFACES

Improve workplace safety and reduce disruptions by installing our underfloor heating systems in outside areas. Ensure car parks and loading ramps remain ice-free in winter for seamless operations throughout the year.

GREEN ENERGY COMPATIBILITY

When heating large spaces, hydronic systems are a low-energy alternative to forced-air systems or radiators. They are, therefore, ideally matched to renewable energy sources, such as heat pumps.

EXTENSIVE DESIGN SERVICE

Our designers can save you time and resources with tailor-made product systems. Upon determining the most suitable solution for your space, we provide temperature-efficiency calculations, product specifications and technical drawings to aid installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. WHY ARE HYDRONIC HEATING SYSTEMS IDEAL FOR HALL HEATING?

Maintaining consistent and comfortable temperatures in large facilities, such as industrial or sports halls, can be particularly difficult given their vast open spaces and high ceilings.

However, Pipelife hydronic heating solutions combat this through edge-to-edge floor coverage; every square meter of the hall receives the same heating intensity, providing even warmth throughout.

We also offer a design service to help you determine the ideal layout of these systems in your space, optimizing comfort and efficiency.

2. HOW CAN I ACHIEVE THE OPTIMAL HALL HEATING SETUP?

We offer a comprehensive design service to make sure your hydronic setup is perfectly aligned with your facility — saving time and resources in the process.

Pipelife designers can supply detailed plans for the application of our hydronic heating solution, including temperature-efficiency calculations, energy-saving estimates, and complete product and accessory specifications.

Based on the information you provide, our engineers will develop a system layout proposal for how different hydronic systems can be best utilized in your space. Technical details and schematic diagrams will also be provided to aid installation and demonstrate a comprehensive picture of your hall’s new heating setup.

3. WHY ARE HYDRONIC SYSTEMS BETTER THAN FORCED-AIR APPLIANCES OR RADIATORS FOR HALL HEATING?

Hydronic systems offer several advantages over traditional heating methods, particularly when it comes to keeping large spaces warm:

Superior Energy Efficiency and Comfort

Hydronic underfloor heating harnesses thermal radiation and uniform coverage to achieve desired temperatures with less energy than radiators or forced-air appliances.

Compatibility with Sustainable Energy Systems

Low energy requirements make hydronic setups ideal for integration with renewable energy systems such as solar panels and ground-source heat pumps — aligning with the EU's net zero carbon emissions strategy.

Improved Indoor Air Quality

Unlike forced air systems that can exacerbate allergens and dust, hydronic heating uses thermal radiation, which leaves indoor air pollutants undisturbed.

Versatility

Hydronic systems can also be extended to outdoor areas such as car parks and loading ramps to ensure safe, ice-free surfaces in winter.

4. CAN HYDRONIC UNDERFLOOR HALL HEATING SYSTEMS ENDURE HEAVY LOADS?

Yes, Pipelife hydronic systems can endure all of your load-bearing requirements. As long as your floor has been engineered to carry the weight you require, the addition of our underfloor heating systems will neither add nor take away from this capacity.

5. DO HYDRONIC UNDERFLOOR HALL HEATING SYSTEMS WORK WITH ALL FLOOR TYPES?

Yes, hydronic underfloor heating systems are compatible with all types of floors, whether they are made from wood, concrete, tiles or laminate.

Your underfloor heating system will function perfectly regardless of the flooring material. However, some flooring materials, such as concrete or ceramic tiles, can bolster the efficiency of your heating system due to their thermodynamic properties and ability to retain heat. This contributes to the efficiency of your heating system as your space will reach the desired temperatures faster and, therefore, with less energy.

6. ARE HYDRONIC SYSTEMS SUITABLE FOR NEWLY BUILT INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES AND SPORTS HALLS?

Yes, Pipelife hydronic systems are suited to hall spaces at all stages of development. For new-build projects, we recommend taking advantage of the early stage of development to integrate hydronic systems into your hall’s foundation with concrete core activation. With this method, you benefit from the inherent thermodynamic properties of concrete to enjoy added efficiencies. This will further reduce the energy required to heat your space, bringing down your bills and carbon footprint in the process.

7. HOW LONG DO HALL HEATING SYSTEMS LAST?

Pipelife hydronic systems are manufactured from high-quality raw materials to last at least 50 years with minimal maintenance.

8. HOW MUCH DO HALL HEATING SYSTEMS COST?

Pipelife hydronic systems are competitively priced. They are all-encompassing solutions fitted to the custom requirements of your building and the price varies accordingly. Please get in touch with your local Pipelife partner for a detailed offer.

9. WHERE CAN I BUY A HALL HEATING SYSTEM?

Our hydronic systems can be bought directly from your local Pipelife partner. We are present in over 20 European countries, all of whom will be happy to field any of your purchasing inquiries. For more details, see the list of our operating countries at the bottom of the page.