Fresh concrete depends on a precise balance of temperature and moisture to reach its designed strength. When conditions fall too cold, the hydration process slows dramatically—or stops entirely. If concrete freezes within the first 24 hours, it can lose up to 50% of its potential strength. That’s not just a quality concern—it’s a safety risk and a costly setback no contractor can afford.

Managing operations in remote areas—whether across Western Canada, the U.S. oil regions, or other isolated environments—requires making dozens of equipment decisions that directly impact your bottom line. Lighting systems may not seem like the most critical choice, but selecting the wrong solution can quietly drain resources.

For large-scale construction projects—such as commercial developments, industrial facilities, hospitals, and infrastructure—temporary heating is more than a comfort measure. It’s an essential part of maintaining schedules, protecting materials, and ensuring worker safety during cold seasons.

Tank projects are particularly sensitive due to their large surface areas, enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, and exposure to outdoor weather conditions. As fall and winter temperatures drop, maintaining those required environmental conditions becomes a major challenge. That’s where temporary heating and moisture control come in.

Heating is essential to keep processes moving, but traditional heating methods can introduce combustion risks, moisture, and emissions—undesirable in sensitive environments like well pads, processing sites, and midstream facilities. That’s where flameless heating comes in.

Winter doesn’t have to mean delays. With the right temporary heating solutions in place, construction teams can maintain productivity, ensure worker safety, and protect materials—all while staying on schedule. That’s where REIC Specialty comes in.