In addition to the fact that infra red deicing (of whatever form) has zero anti-icing properties, it's not even 100% effective for de-icing. Our advice for our types using it is:
When using infra-red energy to de-ice, wet surfaces
will require an application of heated de-icing fluids to
prevent refreezing after the removal of the infra-red
energy source.
When required, for operation other than frost or
leading edge ice removal, and when the OAT is at or
below 0 C (32 F), an additional treatment with hot
de-icing fluid must be done within the infra-red facility
to prevent refreezing of water which may remain in
hidden areas.
Its certainly no solution for the problems of having de-icing trucks near aircraft.