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Heating material knowledge

Gain in-depth knowledge of resistance heating alloys and other advanced resistance materials. Our comprehensive resources cover key topics to support your application needs:

Design Factors

Element Surface Load

Operating Life and Maximum Permissible Temperature

Standard Tolerances

Access expert insights on heating materials.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Together with our customers, we're advancing sustainability through electrification. Explore how we're also making strides within our own operations.

Nicolai Schaaf: Leading sustainability efforts at Kanthal

Sustainability has become an urgent need in today's world, and it's no longer a matter of choice. Nicolai Schaaf, who recently assumed the position of Sustainability Manager at Kanthal, holds a crucial role in the company's ecosystem.

Green Investment in Bethel: Commitment to Sustainability

In the heart of Bethel, USA, Kanthal takes the next steps toward a greener future. An internal initiative that began at the resistance wire production facility has now become an example of how industry and electricity providers have mutual benefits from improving efficiency.

How reusing scrap helps Kanthal cut back on raw material use

All that glitters is not necessarily gold – but it might be a recyclable alloy. This rings especially true at Kanthal’s plant in Hallstahammar, where reused scrap metal is successfully being used to reduce the need for raw materials in the production process.