The Future of Heating Safety in the Justice Sector

Heating may not be the first thing that comes to mind when designing secure facilities, but it is one of the most critical elements of custodial safety. The approval of the DeepClean Extra+ radiator, the first anti-ligature radiator to achieve MoJ approval for safer cells, has set a new benchmark for custodial heating.

This milestone is only the beginning - as justice sector estates continue to evolve, the future of heating safety will demand even greater innovation, integration, and accountability.

Rising Expectations for Safer Environments

Custodial design has moved beyond minimum compliance. With suicide prevention, ligature reduction, and safeguarding now at the forefront of policy and public concern, heating solutions must continue to support safer environments. Future products will be judged not only on strength and security but also on their contribution to wellbeing, infection control, and operational efficiency.

Smarter Materials and Surfaces

Advances in materials science are shaping the next generation of safer custodial heating. Powder-coated finishes with anti-microbial protection, such as BioCote® technology, already support hygiene between cleans. The future may bring self-healing coatings, advanced alloys, and improved sealants that increase durability and reduce long-term costs.

Digital Integration and Estate Management

As more justice sector estates move towards digital estate management and remote monitoring, compatibility is becoming increasingly important.

If your project includes digital thermostats or smart control systems to monitor or manage room temperatures remotely, speak to our team to discuss how these can be incorporated into your heating specification.

The DeepClean Extra+ radiator is designed to work seamlessly within wider custodial strategies, combining proven MoJ-approved safety with the flexibility to integrate into modern estate management systems.

Sustainability in Secure Environments

Sustainability is a growing requirement across the public estate, and secure environments are no exception. Radiators and guards will need to balance carbon reduction goals with the robust construction required in safer cells and custody suites. Using recyclable steel, low-emission coatings, and designs that extend product lifecycles will all play a role in reducing environmental impact.

The Role of Collaboration

The journey to MoJ approval for the DeepClean Extra+ demonstrated the value of working closely with architects, consultants, estates teams, and the MoJ itself. The future will require even greater collaboration, ensuring heating solutions not only comply with standards but actively contribute to safer, more sustainable custodial environments.

Are You Planning for the Future of Safer Custodial Design?

Work with Contour to specify heating solutions that are proven today and built for tomorrow.

The MoJ-approved DeepClean Extra+ radiator offers a secure foundation, and our commitment to innovation ensures we’re ready for what comes next.

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