Partner Profile: HORST GmbH

Expert Crafters of Electric Heaters

HORST, established in 1975 in Troisdorf near Cologne, Germany, has solidified its reputation as a leading authority in low temperature technologies. The company boasts a remarkable expertise in designing and manufacturing custom electric heaters using an assortment of materials, including textiles. With an extensive experience spanning over 35 years, HORST prides itself on delivering personalized solutions through meticulous artisanal production techniques. The product lineup includes a diverse array of options, ranging from tailored temperature control mechanisms to catering to individual specifications, be it for single units, small production runs, or medium-scale series. HORST caters to a diverse clientele hailing from both research and industrial sectors, and its established network of trusted partners and enduring customer relationships exemplify the company's steadfast dedication to innovation and top-tier quality.

Vision

HORST's vision echoes the common objectives of fostering enduring customer relationships, sustainable growth, and providing a secure work environment for the skilled workforce. The company's commitment to excellence is underpinned by the reliability and dedication of its employees. Beyond this, HORST is driven by a profound enthusiasm for embracing customers' aspirations and jointly driving progress through collaborative development.

Clientele Insights

Within the realm of the chemical industry, HORST's products are instrumental in regulating process temperatures across diverse vessels, reactors, and conduits, critical to laboratory and facility operations.

In the field of environmental technology, HORST's heated hoses facilitate the transport of measurement gases to analytical instruments while averting condensation.

The food industry benefits from HORST's heated hoses, ensuring optimal fluidity of substances like chocolate and honey during their journey from storage to production.

HORST plays a pivotal role in the automotive sector by providing temperature control solutions for tools used in manufacturing instrument panel polyurethane skins. The company also guarantees precise processing temperatures for adhesives and coatings.

In the semiconductor industry, HORST's heaters are indispensable for maintaining optimal temperatures across expansive pipelines and various components within installed machinery, thereby preventing the crystallization of process gases.

The company's specialized heating elements are indispensable in the vacuum technology sector, playing a key role in achieving ultrahigh vacuum conditions. These elements contribute to processes like "bake out," employed globally, including in particle accelerators.

Tailored Heating Solutions

Facing a heating challenge? HORST has the solution. With decades of experience, an unwavering commitment to quality, and a collaborative ethos, HORST is your perfect partner for fulfilling all your heating requirements.

Quick Facts

  • Number of Employees: > 70

  • Revenue: > 7.5 million euros per year

  • Export Share: > 30%

  • Active Customers per Year: approximately 1000

  • Limited Liability Company (GmbH): 100% Family-Owned

  • Production Area: approximately 3000 square meters