Backer Heating Technologies

Backer Heating Technologies Inc. is the North American sales and distribution center for NIBE Element, a market-leading manufacturer of components and systems for electric heating based in northern Europe and part of the publicly traded NIBE Industries group (Stockholm Stock Exchange since 1997). The company serves two primary customer segments: or... iginal equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who integrate heating elements as components into their products, and industrial customers who use heating systems in their own manufacturing processes. Backer's product portfolio, primarily sourced from the NIBE Element group's Backer BHV division, includes a diverse range of electric heating technologies designed for multiple applications and industries. The company's flagship foil heater product line, marketed under the Calesco brand and manufactured in Kolback, Sweden, specializes in flexible foil heating elements engineered for adaptable applications across various sectors. Drawing on more than three decades of innovation in thermal solutionsincluding pioneering work in automotive rear-view mirror heaters and waterbed heating systemsBacker combines Swedish engineering excellence with a reputation for superior strength, safety, and durability. The company has established itself as the largest manufacturer of rear-view mirror heaters and waterbed heaters, demonstrating significant scale and market penetration in these specialized segments. Backer's competitive advantages stem from its access to NIBE Element's advanced heating component technologies, its established distribution infrastructure across North America, and its heritage of continuous innovation in cold-climate heating solutions. By leveraging the operational and financial resources of its parent company while maintaining focused sales and support operations in the U.S. market, Backer effectively bridges European manufacturing expertise with North American customer needs across OEM and industrial heating applications.Read More