Chelsea Decides for Schwank.

Increasing requirements have asked for changes of the architecture of stadiums over the last decade. Most stadiums are now fully roofed. Besides that, exclusive stands have received an increasing focus in order to attract VIP’s from politics and business to the stadiums. Both the stadium’s architecture and design support the staging of soccer as being an „event”. Many of the “big players”, such as Real Madrid or Feyenoord Rotterdam – but also small clubs - have already recognized this and invested in innovative heating solutions from Schwank. The latest well known example of stadium heating systems is at Stamford Bridge the home of Chelsea FC in London.

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Figawa Elects Prof. e.h. (RUS) Bernd H. Schwank as New President

The German Association of Gas and Water Applications - figawa - has elected a new president at its general meeting.

The new figawa-President is Mr. Bernd H. Schwank, President of the Schwank Group. As a vice-president Mr. Klaus Küsel, President of the Pipe Division and Managing Director of “Heinrich Scheven Anlagen- und Leitungsbau GmbH”, has been confirmed in his office.

Additionally Mr. Hubert Dombrowski, President and CEO of Kromschröder and Mr. Günter Stoll, member of the management of the “Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH”, strengthen the board as new members.

figawa with more than 1,100 members bundles the interests of the member companies which are active in the field gas and water applications and associated services The objective of figawa is to actively develop German and European regulations as well as to consult legislators, particularly involving building laws and directives.

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The artSchwank — Warmth as an Art Form. Created by Schwank.

A remarkable fusion of technical innovation and elegant design.
For more than half a century, Schwank has been the leading name standing for efficient and comfortable infrared heating technology. The artSchwank is a symphony of years of experience, premium design and elegance. Its gallant appearance is supported by durable, high quality stainless steel materials.

Reassuring Comfort through Innovative Technology
An uniquely long, laminar flame creates comfortable warmth leading to pleasant well-being.

Splendid Warmth
The artSchwank uses commonly available propane gas bottles (11kg) or any natural gas connection. Its elegance and comfortable warmth is especially precious in any sophisticated environment such as patios of exclusive restaurants and bars.



decoSchwank –
Comforting Heat as an Art Form


In collaboration with the world’s most respected designers, Schwank engineers have set a new standard for radiant heaters: the decoSchwank. Thanks to its advanced technology, the decoSchwank sets itself apart by providing superior performance and high energy-efficiency. 

It fuses durability and high quality materials with fine design, producing a heater of outstanding elegance and functionality. 

Its beautiful design and elegance makes the decoSchwank the ideal choice for buildings where style and sophistication are the watchwords such as: shopping malls, showrooms, car dealers, hallways, galleries, sports halls, and churches as well as industrial buildings.

The decoSchwank’s efficiency and even distribution is due to the unique, patented Schwank ceramic tile producing an exceptionally long, laminar and even flame. Thereby comfortable and constant warmth is achieved – important for the well-being in the building. 

The Innovative 2-stage feature allows controlling the heat output according to the actual heat requirement. As a consequence, energy-savings up to 15% can be achieved.



The Schwank Group – Evolution into the Third Generation

With Oliver Schwank, the third generation entered the management of the Schwank Group in 2004.

The Schwank Group was founded by Guenther Schwank in 1951. Since 1973 the company is directed by Prof. e.h. (RUS) Bernd H. Schwank. With an annual turnover of € 30 million, Schwank operates production facilities in Germany, North America and Russia, and distributes its products and services through fully-owned subsidiaries and distribution partners in more than 40 countries worldwide. The Schwank Group is the world-wide market leader of energy-efficient infrared gas heaters.

After studying Business Administration at the European Business School (EBS) and completing an MBA in the United States, Oliver Schwank has been working successfully in responsible functions with Gillette/Braun in Germany and abroad for nearly 10 years - most recently as the Global Business Manager for "Coffee & Hot Beverage Appliances".