Facts about Radiant Efficiency
Reflectors for Infrared Tube Heaters

Reflectors are designed in many different shapes and sizes, all of which produce different heat patterns. Reflectors direct heat and energy from the radiant tube, down into the space. The design of the reflector is critical to deliver as much of the energy from the heated tube to the floor level. A flawless design would allow for each reflector bend to direct heat to the space, without any rays directed back to the tube.
Roberts Gordon offers parabolic reflectors with two levels of efficiency - standard and high efficiency. Both reflector variations are available in aluminum and stainless steel. The type of material used and its reflective properties influence the effectiveness of the reflector. Aluminum is the preferred of these two options because of its reflective qualities. Stainless steel is traditionally used in outdoor applications.
Aluminum's reflective qualities make it the ideal metal for infrared tube reflectors.
We have been bending reflectors in Buffalo for over 50 years now. The manufacturing process has remained the same for decades, but now is the time for change! With new innovation and design, improvements have been made for ideal workflow and product consistency. The high efficiency reflector will be formed with a coil fed system. The standard reflector is manufactured using more traditional methods with prefabricated sheet stock. Utilizing a coil fed system keeps the manufacturing process consistent and reduces marginal material shifting.
Take an insider look at 'Roll Former Alley' in the plant in Buffalo, NY
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Competitor Reflector 1

Competitor Reflector 2

Competitor Reflector 3

Roberts Gordon
Standard Reflector

Roberts Gordon has re-designed and re-engineered the reflector. The high efficiency reflector has a wider heat pattern resulting in additional heat coverage with less amount of btus required. Additional reflector bends placed on a gradually curved parabolic shape decrease infrared tube heat loss. Overall, the high efficiency reflector has a higher measured radiant efficiency, as tested per the AHRI Standard 1330 released early 2015.
The high efficiency reflector can be added to or replaced with any existing Roberts Gordon infrared heating systems to maximize heater efficiency and reduce fuel cost.
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High Efficiency Reflector Feature |
High Efficiency Reflector Benefit |
Additional Bends |
Increased angles deliver more heat consistently to the space |
Gradual Bend |
Multiple bends designed to obtain maximum radiant output |
Added Rigidity |
Integrated stiffeners allow for a consistent form during thermal expansion |
Wider Profile |
Increased heat coverage produces optimal heat pattern |