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Overview
- Summary
- Watlow is a global industrial technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of thermal system solutions, including electric resistance heaters, temperature sensors, temperature and power controllers, and supporting software. The company focuses on optimizing thermal performance, reducing design time, and improving product and application efficiency in collaboration with its customers. It provides essential thermal management solutions for various critical industrial sectors such as semiconductor processing, clean energy, and medical equipment. With over 100 years of experience and more than 1,100 patents, it boasts innovative technological capabilities.Watlow is a global industrial technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of thermal system solutions, including electric resistance heaters, temperature sensors, temperature and power controllers, and supporting software. The company focuses on optimizing thermal performance, reducing design time, and improving product and application efficiency in collaboration with its customers. It provides essential thermal management solutions for various critical industrial sectors such as semiconductor processing, clean energy, and medical equipment. With over 100 years of experience and more than 1,100 patents, it boasts innovative technological capabilities.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Watlow offers a diverse range of industrial heater products, including ULTRAMIC® advanced ceramic heaters known for their non-contaminating heat source and fast response times. The FIREROD® cartridge heater, patented in 1954, is a high-watt density heater providing superior heat transfer efficiency and durability. The FLUENT® in-line fluid heater is a compact, lightweight, high-performance solution designed to reduce system cost and complexity. The HELIMAX™ ultra-efficient electric heat exchanger utilizes continuous helical flow (CHF) technology for uninterrupted heat flow, and ECO-HEAT™ thermal exhaust heating solutions are also key offerings.Watlow offers a diverse range of industrial heater products, including ULTRAMIC® advanced ceramic heaters known for their non-contaminating heat source and fast response times. The FIREROD® cartridge heater, patented in 1954, is a high-watt density heater providing superior heat transfer efficiency and durability. The FLUENT® in-line fluid heater is a compact, lightweight, high-performance solution designed to reduce system cost and complexity. The HELIMAX™ ultra-efficient electric heat exchanger utilizes continuous helical flow (CHF) technology for uninterrupted heat flow, and ECO-HEAT™ thermal exhaust heating solutions are also key offerings.
- Its temperature sensor product line includes thermocouples, Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs), and thermistors, ensuring precise and repeatable temperature measurements even in extreme environments. The ENVIROSEAL™ HD sensor is designed for heavy-duty applications in harsh environments, while the EXACTSENSE® thermocouple is for high-temperature exhaust gas sensing. The company also provides fiber optic sensing technology for accurate temperature measurement and control systems in high RF environments.Its temperature sensor product line includes thermocouples, Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs), and thermistors, ensuring precise and repeatable temperature measurements even in extreme environments. The ENVIROSEAL™ HD sensor is designed for heavy-duty applications in harsh environments, while the EXACTSENSE® thermocouple is for high-temperature exhaust gas sensing. The company also provides fiber optic sensing technology for accurate temperature measurement and control systems in high RF environments.
- Temperature and power controller products include the EZ-ZONE® PM controller, which integrates PID control, over/under-temperature limit protection, and high-amperage power switching into a single package, reducing system complexity and ownership costs. The F4T® Temperature and Process Controller features a touchscreen interface that combines the functions of multiple devices. ASPYRE® power controllers precisely manage energy delivery to applications, significantly improving system performance. Through the 2022 acquisition of Eurotherm, the product range expanded to include PID temperature controllers, recorders, data acquisition products, solid-state relays, power controllers, software, and systems.Temperature and power controller products include the EZ-ZONE® PM controller, which integrates PID control, over/under-temperature limit protection, and high-amperage power switching into a single package, reducing system complexity and ownership costs. The F4T® Temperature and Process Controller features a touchscreen interface that combines the functions of multiple devices. ASPYRE® power controllers precisely manage energy delivery to applications, significantly improving system performance. Through the 2022 acquisition of Eurotherm, the product range expanded to include PID temperature controllers, recorders, data acquisition products, solid-state relays, power controllers, software, and systems.
- Integrated thermal system solutions like WATCONNECT® Control Panels and POWERSAFE™ Thermal Systems are also available, with the THERMALWATCH™ Intelligent Analytics Solution providing secure data integration, management, and expert analysis to transform data into valuable information. Watlow SELECT® Visual Designer™ is a digital product assistant that helps customers quickly configure products to meet their specific application requirements.Integrated thermal system solutions like WATCONNECT® Control Panels and POWERSAFE™ Thermal Systems are also available, with the THERMALWATCH™ Intelligent Analytics Solution providing secure data integration, management, and expert analysis to transform data into valuable information. Watlow SELECT® Visual Designer™ is a digital product assistant that helps customers quickly configure products to meet their specific application requirements.
- Core Advantages
- Watlow designs and manufactures all components of the thermal loop, including heaters, sensors, controllers, and supporting software, offering fully integrated thermal system solutions. This provides customers with single-source performance accountability, reducing design time and improving efficiency.Watlow designs and manufactures all components of the thermal loop, including heaters, sensors, controllers, and supporting software, offering fully integrated thermal system solutions. This provides customers with single-source performance accountability, reducing design time and improving efficiency.
- With over 100 years of extensive experience and world-class engineering expertise, the company solves the most complex thermal challenges across diverse industries such as semiconductor, pharmaceutical, energy, automotive, and foodservice. This capability ensures the delivery of optimal thermal performance tailored to specific customer needs.With over 100 years of extensive experience and world-class engineering expertise, the company solves the most complex thermal challenges across diverse industries such as semiconductor, pharmaceutical, energy, automotive, and foodservice. This capability ensures the delivery of optimal thermal performance tailored to specific customer needs.
- As an innovative technology company holding over 1,100 patents, its patented technologies like the FIREROD® high-watt density cartridge heater and FIREBAR® heating element set industry standards. Continuous investment in R&D positions it as a leader in Industry 4.0 integration and advanced thermal management systems.As an innovative technology company holding over 1,100 patents, its patented technologies like the FIREROD® high-watt density cartridge heater and FIREBAR® heating element set industry standards. Continuous investment in R&D positions it as a leader in Industry 4.0 integration and advanced thermal management systems.
- It maintains a global presence with nine manufacturing facilities and three to five technology centers across the US, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, along with sales offices in 16 to 178 countries worldwide. This extensive global footprint enables prompt and efficient product supply and technical support to customers worldwide.It maintains a global presence with nine manufacturing facilities and three to five technology centers across the US, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, along with sales offices in 16 to 178 countries worldwide. This extensive global footprint enables prompt and efficient product supply and technical support to customers worldwide.
- The 2022 acquisition of Eurotherm from Schneider Electric significantly expanded its product portfolio in temperature, power, and process control, measurement, and data management equipment, systems, software, and services, strengthening its European market presence. This strategic acquisition solidifies its competitive edge in sophisticated thermal control solutions.The 2022 acquisition of Eurotherm from Schneider Electric significantly expanded its product portfolio in temperature, power, and process control, measurement, and data management equipment, systems, software, and services, strengthening its European market presence. This strategic acquisition solidifies its competitive edge in sophisticated thermal control solutions.
- Watlow offers environmentally friendly electric thermal solutions aimed at improving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions, actively supporting decarbonization in the energy industry through electric process heater technology utilizing renewable energy sources. This commitment reflects the company's core values for environmental protection and sustainable market growth.Watlow offers environmentally friendly electric thermal solutions aimed at improving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions, actively supporting decarbonization in the energy industry through electric process heater technology utilizing renewable energy sources. This commitment reflects the company's core values for environmental protection and sustainable market growth.
- Target Industries
- Semiconductor Processing: Essential solutions for front-end semiconductor processes and applications requiring high-precision thermal control.Semiconductor Processing: Essential solutions for front-end semiconductor processes and applications requiring high-precision thermal control.
- Energy and Environmental: Environmentally friendly energy solutions, including renewable power generation, energy storage solutions, diesel emissions control, and environmental chambers.Energy and Environmental: Environmentally friendly energy solutions, including renewable power generation, energy storage solutions, diesel emissions control, and environmental chambers.
- Medical and Life Sciences: Precision temperature control applications in clinical diagnostic equipment, DNA analysis instruments, and high-flow oxygen therapy devices within the life sciences sector.Medical and Life Sciences: Precision temperature control applications in clinical diagnostic equipment, DNA analysis instruments, and high-flow oxygen therapy devices within the life sciences sector.
- Foodservice: Thermal management solutions required for food processing equipment and commercial kitchen appliances.Foodservice: Thermal management solutions required for food processing equipment and commercial kitchen appliances.
- Aerospace and Defense: Thermal management solutions for aerospace and defense industry equipment operating under extreme conditions.Aerospace and Defense: Thermal management solutions for aerospace and defense industry equipment operating under extreme conditions.
- Heat Treatment and General Industry: A wide range of industrial processes including metal heat treatment, glass manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processes, and plastics processing.Heat Treatment and General Industry: A wide range of industrial processes including metal heat treatment, glass manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processes, and plastics processing.
- Major Markets
- Singapore (manufacturing, sales, R&D facility, ISO9001:2008 certified), India (sales office, legal entity), China (Shanghai facility, IECEx 'd' flameproof certification)Singapore (manufacturing, sales, R&D facility, ISO9001:2008 certified), India (sales office, legal entity), China (Shanghai facility, IECEx 'd' flameproof certification)
- United Kingdom (Eurotherm HQ), Poland (Eurotherm manufacturing facility), Germany (Kronau facility), France (Dardilly)United Kingdom (Eurotherm HQ), Poland (Eurotherm manufacturing facility), Germany (Kronau facility), France (Dardilly)
- United States (headquarters, manufacturing facilities, technology centers), Mexico (manufacturing facilities)United States (headquarters, manufacturing facilities, technology centers), Mexico (manufacturing facilities)
- Certifications/Patents
- The company holds over 1,100 patents, securing a leading position in innovative thermal technology. Key patents include the FIREROD® cartridge heater (US2831951A), electric heating assisted passive and active regeneration for efficient emission controls of diesel engines (US9115616), molded polymer composite heater (US6124579), quartz substrate heater (US6037574), and a process controller with a user-definable menuing system (US6005577).The company holds over 1,100 patents, securing a leading position in innovative thermal technology. Key patents include the FIREROD® cartridge heater (US2831951A), electric heating assisted passive and active regeneration for efficient emission controls of diesel engines (US9115616), molded polymer composite heater (US6124579), quartz substrate heater (US6037574), and a process controller with a user-definable menuing system (US6005577).
- Recent patents include heater bundles with local power switching (US12540757), heater bundles having virtual sensing for thermal gradient compensation (US12560356), a system and method for controlling power to a heater (US12523683), and a power converter for a thermal system (US12540955).Recent patents include heater bundles with local power switching (US12540757), heater bundles having virtual sensing for thermal gradient compensation (US12560356), a system and method for controlling power to a heater (US12523683), and a power converter for a thermal system (US12540955).
- Its Singapore facility has achieved ISO9001:2008 quality management system certification, demonstrating adherence to global quality standards. Series 'F' Flange Immersion Heaters manufactured in its Shanghai facility have received IECEx 'd' flameproof certification, ensuring safety in hazardous locations.Its Singapore facility has achieved ISO9001:2008 quality management system certification, demonstrating adherence to global quality standards. Series 'F' Flange Immersion Heaters manufactured in its Shanghai facility have received IECEx 'd' flameproof certification, ensuring safety in hazardous locations.
- The SERIES LS safety limit meets stringent safety standards such as UL® 1998 and EN 60730, designed to shut down systems to prevent equipment damage or personnel injury. Series 'F' flange immersion heaters are also certified to India's Petroleum and Explosive Safety Organization's Petroleum Rules, 2002.The SERIES LS safety limit meets stringent safety standards such as UL® 1998 and EN 60730, designed to shut down systems to prevent equipment damage or personnel injury. Series 'F' flange immersion heaters are also certified to India's Petroleum and Explosive Safety Organization's Petroleum Rules, 2002.
- The company ensures high product quality and reliability through QC-1 certification and adherence to ISO 9000 and TQM quality auditing programs.The company ensures high product quality and reliability through QC-1 certification and adherence to ISO 9000 and TQM quality auditing programs.
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12001 Lackland Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146, USA
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