Outdoor Heating for Hospitality Venues | Golf Courses, Marinas & Restaurants | BlazOn EMBER
Your Outdoor Season.
Fully Extended.
The BlazOn EMBER replaces inefficient mushroom heaters with directed forced-air propane heat — no outlets, no installation, no contractor. Just point, light, and keep guests comfortable all season long.
Heat That Works in Every Hospitality Setting
The EMBER is portable, self-powered, and CSA certified for covered spaces — making it the right tool for virtually every outdoor venue environment.
Golf Courses & Clubhouses
Keep members on the terrace after their round. The shoulder months — April, October, November — are where F&B revenue is won or lost. The EMBER moves from the 19th hole patio to the event terrace to the bag drop area in seconds. No permits, no installation, no contractor.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Salt air, moisture, and wind make radiant heat nearly useless and electrical equipment unreliable. The EMBER's self-contained propane operation and directed airflow are purpose-built for dockside lounges, covered slips, and marina club patios where fall season comfort drives membership retention.
Restaurants with Covered Terraces
The CSA indoor certification is the deciding factor. Most propane heaters cannot legally operate under a permanent or semi-permanent roof structure. The EMBER can — with basic passive ventilation. That's the difference between a covered terrace that earns revenue in March and one that sits empty until May.
Hotels & Event Venues
For events under tented or pavilion structures, flexibility is everything. The EMBER's zero-installation setup means it can be positioned, repositioned, and removed between events without coordinating with facilities. Its 10W USB port charges guests' devices — a functional amenity, not just infrastructure.
Year Two, the EMBER Pays for Itself.
Mushroom heaters cost less upfront. But they burn through a 20 lb tank in roughly 10 hours — the EMBER runs 107 hours on the same tank. The math compounds fast across a full outdoor season.
Three Operational Advantages That Matter to Venues
Zero Electrical. Zero Installation.
The EMBER's thermoelectric generator converts heat from its propane flame into electricity to run the fan. No extension cords across the terrace, no outlet access, no permit pulls. Set it up in under two minutes from a standard propane cylinder and move it wherever guests are.
Deploy in 2 minutesLegal Under Your Roof Structure
The EMBER holds CSA ANSI Z21.103 certification — one of the only propane heaters approved for covered patios, tented event spaces, and partially enclosed outdoor areas. Standard mushroom heaters are outdoor-only. This certification is what lets you run a heated covered terrace through November without liability concerns.
CSA ANSI Z21.103Warmth Guests Actually Feel
Radiant heaters push heat upward — above your guests' heads. The EMBER's fan directs a column of warm air horizontally at sitting height, reaching 6–7 feet. Guests at a full table feel it. On a breezy evening, that's the difference between a table that stays seated and one that asks for the check.
6–7 ft heat throwEMBER vs. Standard Patio Heaters
Side by side, the difference in operational fit for hospitality venues is clear.
| Feature | BlazOn EMBER | Mushroom heater (radiant) | Electric patio heater |
|---|---|---|---|
| No electrical outlet needed | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ Requires outlet |
| CSA certified for covered spaces | ✓ Yes | ✗ Outdoor only | ✓ Yes |
| Directed heat at guest level | ✓ 6–7 ft throw | ✗ Heat rises | ✗ Radiant/rises |
| Propane runtime per 20 lb tank | 107 hrs (low) | ~10 hrs | N/A |
| Truly portable — no cords | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ Cord limits range |
| USB charging for guests | ✓ 10W port | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Commercial pricing available | ✓ $875/unit | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
From the Nomad Blog
The $2,100 Problem With Mushroom Heaters — And What Smart Venues Are Doing Instead
A full breakdown of the propane math, the CSA certification difference, and why the total cost comparison flips by year two. Includes a detailed 3-year cost table for a four-heater venue.
Read the full analysis →What Your Venue Is Getting
Extend Your Outdoor Season.
Reduce Your Heating Bill.
The EMBER is available at $875 per unit for commercial accounts. Multi-unit orders qualify for bulk pricing. Contact our sales team to discuss your venue's specific layout and heating requirements.