Heat up the sauna with solar energy – Kirami's new collection is the star of modern outdoor saunas
October 17 2024 - 2:05AM
UK Regulatory
Heat up the sauna with solar energy – Kirami's new collection is
the star of modern outdoor saunas
Finnish hot tub and sauna manufacturer Kirami's new
sauna collection, the Kirami FinVision® -sauna Tile, is
revolutionizing outdoor sauna traditions with its innovative
technical solutions, ecological considerations, and enhanced sauna
experience. The electric sauna in this new collection can be
installed even in locations where the electrical grid does not
reach, thanks to optional solar panels and a battery system. These
groundbreaking outdoor saunas will be showcased at the Interbad
Trade Fair in Stuttgart and the Piscine Trade Fair in Lyon at
Harvia's booth.
The story of the new outdoor sauna collection began
when Kirami's CEO, Mika Rantanen, started to
contemplate the development of outdoor saunas.
– I quickly realized that solutions in outdoor sauna design were
mainly stagnant. Outdoor saunas are almost always modest
structures, with large heaters that consume a lot of wood or
electricity. I wanted to introduce a sauna to our range whose
materials and energy consumption are at such a sustainable level
that a short sauna session does not unnecessarily burden the
environment.
The World’s first off-the-grid electric sauna
The Kirami FinVision® Sauna Tile models M and S are
energy-efficient and even energy-autonomous options for outdoor
sauna experiences. Normally, a 9-kilowatt heater is installed in an
electrically heated outdoor sauna, but the larger M model features
Harvia's Delta 3.6-kilowatt heater, while the S model is equipped
with a 2.4-kilowatt Harvia Delta heater.
Smaller heaters were chosen for these saunas due to their effective
thermal insulation and triple-pane windows and doors. These
solutions contribute to the saunas' high energy efficiency.
– The heating time for the sauna is quite short, taking as little
as half an hour in summer and only about an hour at other times.
Additionally, the energy consumption is at best only a quarter
compared to a traditional outdoor sauna. Thanks to good design, the
electric heater does not affect the sauna experience; the “löyly”
is soft and moist, just like in a traditional Finnish wood-burning
sauna, Rantanen describes.
The basic model of the sauna is connected to the electrical grid in
the usual manner, but it is also available as the market's first
industrially manufactured option, which includes a solar panel and
a battery. This off-the-grid solution allows the sauna to be used
in locations where the electrical grid does not reach.
The panels and battery system are supplied as a ready-to-use
package with the sauna. With fully charged batteries, the sauna can
be used for about 2–3 hours, but in sunny weather, the usage time
can extend to 4–5 hours. If the sauna is connected to the
electrical grid, the heater remains warm for the desired
duration.
Kirami’s innovations featured at international trade
fairs
The Kirami FinVision® Sauna Tile brings European
design closer with its use of tiles for both the interior and
exterior. This design choice makes the sauna extremely easy to
maintain and durable.
The new outdoor saunas can be admired at Harvia's booth during the
Interbad Trade Fair in Stuttgart from October 22–24, 2024, and at
the Piscine Trade Fair in Lyon from November 19–22, 2024.
Additionally, the Kirami FinVision® Sauna M Tile will compete in
the Innovation Award 2024 at the Interbad fair, which recognizes
innovative and exciting new products or prototypes.
The trade fairs will also see the launch of Kirami’s new logo and
brand, Kirami by Harvia. Kirami has been part of the Harvia Group
since 2021, and the new logo reflects the shared goal of Kirami and
Harvia to promote well-being and develop new innovations. As part
of the Harvia Group, Kirami can leverage Harvia's resources and
global recognition.
– We are very excited to bring our revolutionary outdoor sauna to
an international audience! Energy-efficient sauna use is the
future, and we cannot overlook green values in our industry. Thanks
to our new solutions, sauna experiences will be available for
future generations, Rantanen says.
Kirami FinVision® -sauna Tile:
- Energy efficiency at a whole new level: Fully insulated
structure, triple-pane thermal glass, significantly low electricity
consumption, heats up with a Harvia Delta 3.6 kW heater (M model)
or a 2.4 kW heater (S model).
- Available in either a model connected to the power grid or one
equipped with solar panels and a battery.
- The complete package includes solar panels and a battery for
electricity collection.
- With solar panels and fully charged batteries, usage is
possible for up to 4–5 hours.
- Bluetooth connectivity and a free app for monitoring system
values.
- S model dimensions: Depth 1,520 mm and width 2,180
mm.
- M model dimensions: Depth 2,180 mm and width 2,180
mm.
- Available for purchase through all authorized Kirami
dealers.
Kirami FinVision® -sauna M Tile:
https://www.kirami.com/outdoor-buildings/outdoor-saunas/kirami-finvision-sauna-m-tile
Kirami FinVision® -sauna S Tile:
https://www.kirami.com/outdoor-buildings/outdoor-saunas/kirami-finvision-sauna-s-tile
Kirami in the Interbad Innovation Award 2024
competition:
https://www.messe-stuttgart.de/interbad/en/programme/overview/innovation-award#kirami
For more information:
Mika Rantanen, CEO, Kirami Oy, Tel. +358 45 676
9954, mika.rantanen@kirami.fi
Kirami Oy, established in 2001, has been part of the Harvia
Group since May 28, 2021. Kirami is the world's largest hot tub
manufacturer, known for its high-quality bathtubs and hot tubs. In
addition to hot tubs, the company's Kirami FinVision® saunas have
also gained significant popularity. Compatible modules, such as
changing rooms, lounges, and terraces, expand the sauna experience
further through the Kirami FinVision® Annex concept. The
Outstanding by Kirami product line includes grills, outdoor
fireplaces, and garden decoration products.
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