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In this post we are going to review our electric construction heater so if you are looking for a quick and effective way of heating your construction site? Whether you have to start-up a piece of equipment after it has been sitting in the brutal cold for days or maybe you have to heat-up a particular space like a tent or building, these construction heaters featured in this post can get you up and go quickly during the colder months of the year. 

Best Overall Construction Heater

Introducing the HPL 600D7 heater for construction site 

For the best value, we recommend the HPL 600D7 portable construction heater. This unit includes an electric construction heater with recirculating heat, saving you money on fuel.. This outdoor construction heater can produce 588,000 BTUs with a Temperature range of 150 °F – 250 °F. The maximum air Delivery Rate is 5,500 CFM with an option to increase the rate to 6,500 CFM. 

The system includes an MQ Power 7000 generator, providing reliable power in a compact, quiet design. Its size makes it ideal for construction, standby or industrial applications. 

This construction heater has high mast floodlights on a 23-foot tower, with adjustable, focusable lighting. The best part of this outdoor construction heater is that it is entirely self-reliant. Drag this unit anywhere for heat, power, and lighting for up to 24 hours on full load. To learn more about the HPL and book a demo, please contact us today, and we will be happy to assist you. 

Check out this short video about the HPL 600-D7 stand-alone electric heater

Best Budget Construction Heater

Introducing the BT Blaze 200 DG Turbo space heater

The BT BLAZE 200 DG TURBO is the most efficient and high-performance heater in its class. 86% Efficient with Recirculating Capabilities to minimize your fuel costs! The Blaze 200 D/G Turbo can deliver clean hot air through 150ft of ducting with no thermal cycling! First-ever in its class! 

This heater features include 175,000 BTU/h, 3,250 CFM, which by the way, is the highest in its class, and this electric construction heater has a Ductability of 150 ft., with a Max of 50ft on Return. The Overall Dimensions for this construction site heater are 48.5″ X 30.6″ X 65″. 

Check out a short video about this BT BLAZE 200 DG Turbo construction space heater

Best Runner Up for Electric Construction Heater

Introducing the BT Blaze 600D Turbo electric heater

The BT Blaze 600D Turbo is a great runner up for electric construction heaters that have recirculating capabilities. With features like 6,500 CFM, and running duct lines to 150 feet with a full load power consumption of a mere 11.5 amps, it’s not surprising why the Blaze 600D Turbo boasts the highest performance level in its class. Capable of 3″ of static pressure comes with Whisper-Quiet Operation, 240° F Heat Rise and Air Recirculating Capabilities. The low amp draw (11.5 A) and high static capabilities make the Turbo adaptable to unpredictable environments. The sleek and compact design (76.7″ x 31″ x 57.6″) combines efficiency with high performance making the 600 Turbos flexible to various heating and drying applications.

Check out a short video about the BT BLAZE 600 D Turbo Portable construction heater

Best Portable Construction Heater under $10K

Introducing the The Frost Fighter IDF500 Portable construction heater

The Frost Fighter IDF500 delivers clean, dry heat for projects on time and within budget. Ductable up to 50ft, it includes premium safety, performance, and efficiency features: insulated jacket, industrial-grade Beckett burner (oil/diesel), stainless steel heat exchanger, satin-coated steel, powder-coated paint, spill-containment tank, LED polarity lighting, high-limit safety switch, 6-ply pneumatic wheels, adaptable duct connection, 3-trial ignition (LP/NG), and a ball valve for propane-to-natural gas switchover.

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How about an alternative to an electric heater?

The BT400NEX-SERIES of stand-alone may be right up your alley.

The BT400NEX Series comes in two flavours, diesel (BT-400NEX-D) or gas (BT-400NEX-G). This series of units breaks the cold barrier and keeps your cold-weather jobs going. These heaters can operate continuously in temperatures down to -54°C (-65°F) and produces 400,000 BTU/h. 

The BT 400NEX Series of heaters offers a high-efficiency stainless steel heat exchanger that exhausts all combustion gases up the exhaust stack. The exhaust stack ensures 100% breathable air for aircraft cabins, engines, worksites, tents, or buildings. You can operate these certified indoor heaters indoors by venting exhaust fumes outside.

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