Advanced snow and ice melting solutions for the tallest building in the EU.
At 310 meters, Varso Tower in Warsaw, Poland, is the city’s highest building and one of Europe’s most iconic skyscrapers. With three interconnected buildings covering 139,000 m², the complex includes premium office space, the 4-star NYX Hotel, a retail arcade, and an innovation center.
Ensuring winter safety across such a large and complex structure required a reliable, intelligent, and long-lasting electric heating solution.
The Challenge
Due to its height and multifunctional design, Varso Tower is exposed to extreme winter conditions. Snow and ice accumulation posed risks to:
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Driveways and truck wharf operations
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Terraces and skylights
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Pedestrian zones around the building perimeter
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Aviation warning lights, communication equipment, and mast structures
The challenge was to prevent ice buildup and falling ice while minimizing maintenance needs and operational downtime.
The Solution
A comprehensive DEVI electric heating system was installed across critical outdoor and structural areas, including structural sections, equipment brackets, access platforms, and cable trays.
The system includes:
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DEVIsnow™ 30T heating cables for high-performance snow melting and anti-icing
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DEVIreg™ Multi controllers for intelligent, energy-efficient system management
With a total system output of 96 kW, the solution ensures effective protection for driveways, terraces, skylights, mast structures, and the truck wharf area. Electric heating systems were also implemented for bathroom comfort heating in the NYX Hotel, providing additional value across the complex.
The Result
✔ Safe operation of aviation warning lights and communication devices
✔ Reduced risk of ice fall to pedestrians and surrounding areas
✔ Reliable winter access to driveways and service zones
✔ Lower maintenance costs and reduced operational downtime
✔ Sustainable, intelligent energy use with long-life components
This project demonstrates how DEVI solutions deliver scalable, high-performance winter safety—even in Europe’s most demanding high-rise environments.
