AEI Corporation

The PATIO COMFORT line by AEI Corporation represents over 45 years of experience in the outdoor heating industry to provide an appliance that creates a warming "circle of heat" by utilizing superior design and materials throughout. Patio Comfort outdoor infrared patio heaters are designed and crafted to bring warmth, comfort, and enjoyment to your “alfresco” dining and entertaining events.

The clean, efficient, and draft free infrared radiant heat feels just like the sun, warming people and objects, while not wasting valuable energy trying to heat air. No longer does the outdoor fun and entertaining have to stop when the sun goes down! 

PATIO COMFORT heaters can provide the perfect outdoor comfort heating solution and are available in a wide variety of colors, mounting options, and are available in both propane and natural gas models. 

Commercial Uses for Outdoor Heaters

Condos, apartments, resorts, and timeshares with swimming pools or barbeque areas; can supply easy to operate heaters so their residents and guests can continue to enjoy their outdoor areas year round. Restaurants that have patio seating can use propane and natural gas heaters to provide warmth to their guests. Event supply companies can increase their margins by renting propane heaters to parties and events.

We were there in the spring of 1958 when the gas grill was invented and have been part of this industry ever since! Today we bring to the market the finest collection of gas grills specifically designed for commercial use. 

Over the years, we've often been told by unhappy property managers that their community grills have been used in the evening and left on all night. Our solution? The PGS T-Series, which has a built-in ONE HOUR GAS FLOW TIMER. Combine this great feature with our commitment to producing highly efficient burner systems, our use of material that get the heat to the cooking grids quickly, and the result is the ULTIMATE "green" performance grilling system! Best of all, our T series is covered by a 1 year full parts replacement warranty when used in a commercial application. 

AEI was there in 1967, marketing the first commercial patio heaters under the SUNGLO™ name. Designed in 1961 by Edwin J. Cowan, Sunglo™ heaters have grown to become the industry leading name in outdoor radiant heating. Since that time the basic design has been modified for a wide variety of uses. The Sunglo™ heater is welcomed in many resorts, hotels, restaurants, residential patios and backyards all over the world. Best of all, they are proudly made in the USA. 

Outdoor Commercial Heaters

There are four basic models of the Sunglo™ heating line to provide as much flexibility in patio design as possible. For uncovered settings, the model PSA265 is the best choice for providing a permanent post mount with the option of manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic ignition systems. Furthermore, model A242 adds versatility by providing the convenience and economy of a natural gas heater, but with the flexibility of a portable heater.

For a completely portable and self-contained appliance, model A270 propane heater can be set up almost anywhere. For covered settings, model A244 is a suspended heater that will heat the patio while leaving the floor free of obstruction. 

Let our team help you design the best heating solution for your application. 

Infrared or radiant energy is the most practical way to add warmth to spaces like patios, terraces, verandas, enclosed areas, or any indoor or outdoor seating where heating air cannot easily be contained and re-circulated. Now there is an eco-friendly way to turn up the ambience with Infratech electric infrared heaters. These low-profile heaters coordinate with many decor styles and offer silent operation and superior performance compared to gas, with no harmful emissions or odors.

Outdoor Commercial Heating

Infratech heaters are over 90% energy efficient, UL listed for outdoor and indoor use and are easy and inexpensive to operate. Infratech products are available in a wide variety of models and sizes, to offer you maximum efficiency, versatility, and convenience. These heaters are designed with low clearance requirements, for a clean look that creates minimal visual impact. 

Cleaner Energy

Protecting our environment has become a top priority in today's society. With Infratech heaters, you can enjoy your outdoor space without producing the negative environmental effects that are created by most gas-based heaters or outdoor fireplaces. Traditional gas burners are frequently less than 50% efficient and on top of that, emit carbon monoxide and other hazardous gases as a by-product of their design. By contrast, Infratech energy-efficient infrared fixtures convert over 90% of input energy directly into radiant heat, and operate for just pennies per hour. 

Sunpak® heaters are simple to operate and use draft free and highly energy efficient infrared radiant energy just like the sun’s warming rays. Installed in many commercial locations such as restaurant patios, resorts, entertainment venues, outdoor patios, and hotels Sunpak® continues to be the #1 choice for many commercial establishments. 25,000 BTU and 34,000 BTU models available and come in a high temp black powder-coated finish or 304-grade stainless steel. Our new Sunpak® S34 B TSH and S34 S TSH add a unique two-stage 25,000 to 34,000 BTU adjustable output feature. This model gives the ability to adjust heat settings with a Sunpak® Duplex Switch to "ON / OFF / HIGH / LOW. 

The SunStar® GLASS Infrared heater is a two-stage 24,000 BTU to 35,000 BTU heater with featured tinted high-temperature glass which provides protection on windy days and enhances the heater’s aesthetic appeal. The heater is constructed with weather-resistant, zinc-plated materials with enhanced black hi-temperature silicone powder-coated paint in the SGL models. It is specifically designed with internal reflectors to enhance the radiant output which is totally hidden behind the tinted ceramic glass. Also available in Marine Grade Stainless Steel (MGL models), the SunStar® GLASS delivers radiant warmth directly to people at floor level first and then in the surrounding air. Unlike typical fire-based heaters which are affected by windy weather conditions that cause reduced heat output, the SunStar® GLASS maintains consistent efficiency year around. The system has been tested and proven to operate in winds up to 40 miles per hour.

The new product offers two heat settings that can be controlled with a manual 3-position switch (High/Low/Off) with the N7 SGL35 (natural gas) or L7 SGL35 (liquid propane) model or a combination of both a 3-position switch and wireless remote control (High/Low/Off) with the N10 SGL35 (natural gas) or L10 SGL35 (liquid propane) models. SunStar® models can also be installed with an angle of 0° to 60° to ensure you get maximum heat coverage.