Technical guides on how industrial heaters work, the main types and how to specify them. Short, factual and practical, written for purchasing and maintenance teams.
What is a heating element? Types of industrial heaters and their applications
In industrial heating, a heating element is the component that converts electrical energy directly into heat. This guide summarises how a heating element works, what it is made of, the main types of industrial heating elements and which type is chosen for which application.
Read the guideFinned tubular heaters: what they are and where they are used
In industrial heating, a finned tubular heater is a tubular heating element bent into a U, W or multi-bend shape, usually with a metal fin wound around it. It is used to heat air and gases and is also known in the field as a finned heater or finned element.
Read the guideExplosion-proof and ATEX explained: selecting heaters for hazardous areas
Explosion-proof and ATEX are two terms that come up frequently for equipment used where flammable gas, vapour or dust may be present. This guide explains in general terms the difference between them, zone classification, gas and dust groups, temperature classes and how to read the Ex marking.
Read the guideThermocouples and PT100 RTDs: types and choosing the right sensor
Thermocouples and PT100 sensors are the two most widely used sensor types for measuring temperature in industrial heating systems. This guide explains how each works, their common types, connection details and which to choose for which application.
Read the guideCartridge heater selection: watt density, tolerance and installation
A cartridge heater is a cylindrical heater that works when inserted into a hole drilled in a metal block. A cartridge heater that is correctly selected and correctly installed runs trouble-free for a long time; one that is loosely fitted or overloaded for its application burns out quickly. This guide explains the parameters that determine selection, step by step.
Read the guideWhat determines the price of a heating element?
Industrial heating elements are mostly dimensioned to suit the application, so two heating elements with the same name can differ greatly in price. This guide explains the factors that determine price and the information needed for a fast, accurate quotation.
Read the guideLet us specify the right heater for your application
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