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  • Heatrod Elements Reclaims Backer Name

    After 87 years, Bolton based Heatrod Elements has reclaimed ownership of the original Backer name, bringing it in line with the many companies around the world that sit within the wider NIBE Element Group. The company has now been re-branded as Backer Heatrod, following the acquisition of Christian Backer’s original Rotherham based business, where the production of patented electrical element design that is still used throughout the world was established in 1938. 
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  • Benefits of plug-in thermostats

    Our range of plug-in thermostats offer significant benefits over traditional wired thermostats.
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  • Backer is home again!

    Heatrod Elements announces the acquisition of the assets of Rotherham based Backer Electric Company, a manufacturer of heating elements, founded in 1938.
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  • Winter Industrial Heating Checklist

    Be prepared for this winter!
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  • The Braude Modular Heater, still going strong!

    On a recent site visit, our Sales Manager spotted one of the oldest Braude Heater’s he seen still in use. On closer inspection, he discovered that this heater is nearly 30 years old.
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  • How to measure BSP thread size on Immersion Heaters
    How do I measure the BSP thread size of my immersion heater?

    This is a frequently asked question on our website. How do I measure the BSP thread size on my immersion heater?


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  • Heatrod Elements is a JOSCAR accredited supplier

    Heatrod Elements Ltd is a JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) accredited supplier, demonstrating our commitment to delivering projects to the highest standards within the defence, aerospace and secure environment sectors.
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  • Ever wished you had more space in your tank - Electrojet

    Fitted with BRAUDE Polaris heaters, the ELECTROJET external electric tank heater is designed to stand next to the process tank leaving more space in your tank. Fitted with PTFE electric elements housed in a cylinder, using corrosion resistant polymers throughout the construction.
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  • Modular heaters - Marine

    A sticky situation...It is well-known that Braude are a leading specialist manufacturer of acid proof equipment for heating and cooling of corrosive liquids. Our range of products is used in various industries where aggressive liquids are found ranging from galvanising, aerospace, metal finishing and electropolishing, to name but a few... what is not so well-known is that our heaters are often used for more serene and gentle applications in commercial marine environments, such as Sea Life Centres.
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  • Electric Heating and Clean Energy - the perfect combination

    When does Electric Heating become the Environmentalist's choice?
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