Heat Management Devices

A headset for the shisha head, such as a sieve attachment, offers you many benefits and improves your smoking experience. There is now a wide selection of head attachments with various functions and features available on the market. Of course, you can always build a head traditionally with aluminum foil, but with an attachment such as a HMD (heat management device), the most modern type of head attachment, your sessions will be a true pleasure. These popular accessories provide better control over the temperature of the head and thus significantly influence the smoking properties of your shisha. The inventor of these practical helpers is the company "Kaloud". In the Hookain online shop, you can choose between high-quality HMDs from Kaloud and other manufacturers, bowl attachments, and other attachments, and order them inexpensively to your home. You will find the head attachment that is perfectly tailored to your individual needs and will take you to completely new dimensions of enjoyment. But first, we will explain everything you need to know about head attachments to be able to make the optimal decision.

What is a head attachment?

In general, a head attachment is what is placed or stretched over the shisha head with tobacco to place the shisha coal on it. Using a head attachment is unavoidable when smoking shisha because it provides the necessary airflow and heat transfer of the coal onto the tobacco, and every shisha lover knows: No heat transfer, no smoke development. However, whether you choose the traditional method or one of the innovative alternatives is up to you and your needs.

From aluminum foil to premium HMDs - What types of head attachments are there?

In the shisha industry, innovative products are constantly being developed to improve the smoking experience. There are now also many different methods for head construction, which are intended for different situations and fulfill different functions. The personal preferences of the smoker are naturally at the forefront, which is why it is not wrong to inform yourself about various head attachments:

Aluminum foil

The most traditional form of a head attachment is definitely the good old aluminum foil, which was the only way to heat the tobacco in the head for a long time. Many beginners in the industry use this method, as do shisha smokers who want to enjoy their session in a traditional way or who appreciate the ceremonial component of head building. The aluminum foil is tightly stretched over the tobacco-filled head and perforated with small holes using a needle or a hole puncher. The small holes create the airflow and heat transfer from the coals to the tobacco. The number and size of the holes, which should be punctured at regular intervals, can influence the draw properties of the shisha. You can also purchase aluminum foil specifically designed for head building and practical accessories such as hole punchers inexpensively in the Hookain online shop if you prefer this method.

Bowl attachments

This user-friendly alternative is also very popular in the shisha industry. Bowl attachments consist of a base and a removable lid. The base is simply placed on the shisha head before the shisha coal is placed on top. The lid provides good heat control and also protects the coal from wind, making it especially suitable for outdoor sessions.

Wind cover

A wind cover is a cylindrical attachment that is placed around the shisha head and coal to protect them from wind and draft, but it cannot replace a head attachment. Instead, it is used in combination with aluminum foil, an HMD, or bowl attachments. This accessory is perfect for outdoor use, as a wind cover keeps the heat of the coals longer and collects ash.

Sieve attachments

These small grids or meshes are a simple alternative to aluminum foil. Sieve attachments are used instead of perforated foil on the head and thus enable the airflow without the need for aluminum foil. These reusable head attachments are easy to clean, but do not control the heat as precisely as HMDs, for example.

HMDs

Let's move on to the most widespread and best head attachments on the market, the popular HMDs. The name comes from the English language and stands for "Heat Management Device." Accordingly, they are designed to better control the heat of the coals and distribute it evenly. HMDs are a modern alternative to aluminum foil and are now extremely popular because of their advantageous properties. They are usually made of metal and can be simply placed on the head instead of aluminum foil. If you want to significantly improve your smoking experience, you should definitely try an HMD, because in addition to better heat regulation, an HMD offers many other benefits:

• Safety: Since the coals are enclosed in the HMD, the risk of coal fragments or ash falling to the ground and causing burns or damage is lower.
• Better heat control: HMDs provide more precise control of heat supply because they heat the shisha coal very evenly and can better maintain the temperature. This allows you to optimize smoke production and even the flavor of the tobacco.
• Longer smoking time: Due to the more efficient use of coal heat and excellent heat control, the usability of the coals can be extended. This means less effort for even more enjoyment.
• Reduced coal consumption: In the long run, HMDs also consume less coal because the wood potential of the small cubes is used to the fullest extent by an HMD. 
• Even heat distribution: HMDs distribute the heat of the coals evenly over the entire tobacco, resulting in a better smoking experience.
• No aluminum foil required: Since HMDs replace aluminum foil, there is no need to cut foil and poke holes into it. This saves you time and effort in preparing your session.
• Easy cleaning: Because HMDs are made of metal, the ash can usually be easily removed. Due to easy cleaning, HMDs can also be extremely durable.

All in all, HMDs are the by far the best method for heat control and regulation and significantly improve smoke production. Many in the industry appreciate the more enjoyable smoking experience and do not want to miss out on HMDs for head construction. The many other advantages are of course also nice side effects. In the Hookain online shop, you can choose from many other manufacturers and designs in addition to the popular Kalouds to buy the HMD that best suits you.