Common Heaters Used by OEMs Across a Variety of Sectors

Heater manufacturers produce a variety of heaters tailored to meet the specific demands of OEMs in the plastics packaging, rubber and plastics, aerospace, food and beverage, medical, and healthcare industries. We’re providing a breakdown of the common heaters used in each sector, along with their general functions.

General Overview of Heater Use

• Plastics: Heaters maintain process temperature for forming and molding.
• Packaging: Heaters are used for a variety of applications such as sealing, shrinking, forming, drying, and sterilization.
• Rubber and Plastics: Heaters ensure proper vulcanization and molding.
• Aerospace: Heaters are critical for de-icing and temperature-sensitive avionics.
• Food and Beverage: Heaters control cooking, sterilization, and drying processes.
• Medical and Healthcare: Heaters are integrated into diagnostic and patient care devices for precise temperature control and sterilization.