2 min read - 25 Mar, 2026
Kanthal completes multi-million pound expansion of Scottish manufacturing site
Kanthal has expanded its silicon carbide heating element manufacturing facility in Perth, Scotland, as the firm looks to meet growing demand for sustainable high-temperature heating solutions.
The Swedish-headquartered company initiated the new investment in 2023, with the project now reaching completion. The investment has expanded its Perth facilities by adding 1,750 m² of manufacturing area. It has also included the installation of new equipment, an updated layout, and additional warehouse space, all aimed at enhancing production capacity and capabilities.
The industrial heating technology specialist has been present in Perth for over 50 years, where it has long been home to the company’s Globar® silicon carbide heating elements portfolio.
Kanthal has expanded its silicon carbide heating element manufacturing facility in Perth, Scotland, as the firm looks to meet growing demand for sustainable high-temperature heating solutions / Picture: Kanthal
The heating elements are designed to deliver high-power, reliable heating in industrial processes at temperatures up to 1,625°C. They can replace fossil fuel solutions, making the production more energy efficient, whilst also lowering CO2 emissions. The strong global growth in lithium-ion batteries, electronics, and glass has driven an increased demand for Kanthal’s heating solutions. At the same time, energy-intensive industries like steel are looking to convert their heating processes from gas to electric solutions.
Robert Stål, president of Kanthal, said: “Perth is a strategically important location where we have produced Globar® silicon carbide products for many years. With this expansion, we strengthen our ability to meet our customers’ needs and reinforce our position as a trusted partner.”
In line with the expansion in Perth, Kanthal has established a new service centre for Globar® heating elements at its existing facility in Concord, North Carolina. The total investment of approximately SEK 100 million will enhance the company’s proximity to its customers, improve lead times, and provide better service.
Simon Lile, president of business unit heating systems at Kanthal, added: “Both locations are now fully operational, increasing the available production capacity for these products by approximately 40%. We are not just increasing capacity; we have also added capability, which will enable new product and application developments that can cater to larger electrical heating solutions. The total investment will ensure that we can capture the growing global demand.”
