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Independent Testing Lab Proves Twin-Star’s Product Claim

Hearth dealers aware of Twin-Star International’s quartz infrared heaters and electric fireplaces undoubtedly have heard the claims that these devices are capable of heating 1,000–square-foot rooms, but some might wonder if these statements are true. On a mission to stand behind its claim, Twin-Star paired with Intertek, an independent testing lab, to test how its Black & Decker® and Duraflame® PowerHeat® quartz infrared heaters and electric fireplaces performed in this situation.

Before testing could begin, a 1,000–square-foot room had to be built using typical residential construction standards. Once the test room was complete, thermocouples were placed around the room to measure temperature increases at different heights and at various distances from the heaters.

The results collected by Intertek clearly show that Twin-Star’s heating-capability claims are, in fact, true. The 1,500- watt quartz infrared heaters were able to warm a 1,000–square-foot room an aver- age of 8.3 degrees and were able to hold the increased temperature throughout the 24-hour test period. Bill Caples, vice president of sales and marketing, says, “We want our dealers to be able fully to substantiate the claim that our product can indeed heat 1,000 square feet, and that they can stand by this product with 100% confidence; others may claim it, but Twin-Star can prove it.”