Project Details
- Location: Eagle River, WI, USA
- Heated Space Type: Driveway (Full Coverage)
- Square Footage: 1,280 sq. ft.
- Power Specs: 64,012 Watts, 240 Volts, 267 Amps
- Surface/Flooring: Pavers
- System: Electric Snow Melt Mat (Snow Melt PowerMat)
- Cost Per Hour (Operating): $7.50
Engineering a Maintenance-Free Entrance
The severe winters of Northern Wisconsin require a system that is both robust and discreet. To ensure the 1,280 sq. ft. area remained clear, WarmlyYours designed a high-wattage solution using the Snow Melt PowerMat.
The installation process was tailored to the specific needs of a paver driveway. After preparing the sub-base, the heating mats were laid and embedded within a layer of stone dust or mortar (depending on the specific site requirements for paver stability). This embedding process is crucial, as it protects the heating cables from shifting and ensures optimal heat transfer through the pavers to the surface.
Feature Products:
Snow Melt PowerMat 240V: (16 Units) These durable, pre-sized mats feature high-quality heating cable spaced for optimal heat output, ensuring rapid snow melting. They simplify installation over a large area like this driveway.
Advanced Snow and Ice Melt Control - 100-277VAC (SCA-DUAL): The intelligent control unit uses sensors to monitor both temperature and moisture. It automatically activates the system only when melting conditions are present, ensuring energy-efficient heating.
Large & Small Relay Panels (RLY-12PL / RLY-4PL): Since the system is powerful (over 64kW), multiple relay panels were required to safely manage and distribute the high amperage (267 Amps) load from the control unit to the heating mats, as is standard for major commercial or large residential projects.
Sensor Snow Melt Aerial-Mounted (AIR-SS): This outdoor sensor works in conjunction with the Advanced Control to detect precipitation and air temperature, providing the data needed for fully automated snow-melting operation.
Snow Melt Plaque (NEC Requirement) (SMP):A safety plaque required by the National Electrical Code (NEC) to be installed near the service panel, providing essential information about the snow melting system.
