Industrial Process

Precision-Engineered Heat for Every Industrial Application

In modern industrial operations, precise and reliable heating is critical to maintaining quality, efficiency, and productivity across a wide variety of processes. From plastic processing, resin drying, and heat staking to curing, coating, and surface treatments, every application requires consistent, controllable heat tailored to the specific material and process conditions. At TUTCO and Farnam Custom Products, we specialize in designing and manufacturing custom process air heaters and integrated heating solutions engineered to meet these demanding industrial needs. Our heaters provide fast heat-up and cool-down cycles, precise temperature control, and long-term durability, whether you’re implementing a standard configuration or a fully custom solution. As industries increasingly prioritize sustainability, TUTCO Farnam also helps companies replace direct-fired natural gas with electric heat, improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon footprint, and supporting the next generation of industrial operations.

Support

Engineering and Support is a big part of what we do. Offered on an application by application basis. With our extensive heat application experience, chances are we have done something similar to your application. We can even assist you with your process design. While we generally will not design your process for you we are happy to assist.

Industrial Process Applications

TUTCO Farnam heaters support a wide range of industrial applications across diverse sectors:

Plastic Processing

Plastic Injection & Hoppers – Deliver uniform heat for injection molding operations and hopper drying, ensuring proper resin flow and consistent product quality.

Plastic Extrusion & Thermoforming (Surface Heaters) – Surface heaters provide even, controlled heat for extrusion dies, molds, and thermoforming operations, maintaining part integrity and reducing material waste.

Heat Staking & Shrinking – Precise heating for assembly, bonding, or shrink-wrapping applications, reducing defects and cycle time.

Resin Dryers & Recycling – High-efficiency heaters for drying raw or recycled plastics, maintaining material consistency and minimizing energy usage.

Industrial Curing & Thermal Processing

Ovens & Convection Systems – Process air heaters for drying, curing, and heat treatment in continuous or batch ovens.

Annealing & Catalyst Applications – Stable, uniform heating for chemical reactions, material conditioning, or catalyst activation.

Precision Curing & Surface Treatments – Controlled heat for coatings, composite treatments, and specialized industrial components.

Metal Treatment & Thermal Curing – Heaters provide consistent heat for preheating, curing, or tempering metals in industrial operations.

Powder Coating – Uniform, controllable heating ensures proper curing and adhesion of powder-coated surfaces.

Drying Ovens – Efficient air heating for moisture removal, product drying, or pre-processing steps.

Chemical Process Heating – Specialized heaters for controlled reactions, solvent processing, or high-temperature chemical operations.

Chemical Process Heating

Reactor Heating – Maintain controlled temperatures in chemical reactors to ensure proper reaction rates, optimal yields, and consistent product quality.

Solvent & Liquid Heating – Precisely heat chemical solutions, solvents, or liquids for distillation, evaporation, and extraction processes.

High-Pressure Gas Heating – Provide uniform heat for gas streams under pressure, ensuring accurate simulation, testing, or chemical reaction conditions.

Evaporation & Concentration – Support drying, concentrating, or solvent removal operations by providing stable, uniform thermal energy.

Catalyst Activation & Curing – Deliver consistent heat for catalyst activation, curing of reactive compounds, or polymerization reactions.

Chemical Reactor Safety & Efficiency – Optimized heater placement and wattage distribution reduces hot spots, prevents degradation, and ensures efficient energy usage.

Printing & Ink Processing

Ink & Printing Lines – Accurate heating for interstation and final drying of inks and solvents on fast-moving webs, ensuring consistent print quality.

Food, Specialty & Miscellaneous Industrial Applications

Pet Food, Spray Tan, & Pre-Drying – Even, controllable heat for drying and preparation of specialty products.

Component Preheating & Surface Treatment – Optimized heating for metals, composites, or assemblies before processing to improve efficiency and reduce defects.

TUTCO Farnam Heating Technologies

Our heating technologies are engineered for clean integration, consistent performance, and long service life in demanding electronic environments:

Process Air Heaters
Inline and open-coil air heaters deliver fast-response, precisely controlled heated air or nitrogen for manufacturing and testing. Read more on Process Air Heaters.

Silicone Rubber Heaters
Flexible, durable surface heaters ideal for enclosures, battery systems, climate control, and equipment warming. Read more on Silicone Rubber Heaters.

Polyimide (Kapton®) Flexible Heaters
Ultra-thin heaters designed for tight spaces, lightweight assemblies, and applications requiring excellent thermal uniformity. Read more on Polyimide Flexible Heaters.

Custom Heating Assemblies
Integrated heater and sensor solutions designed for OEM electronics equipment and semiconductor manufacturing systems. Read more on Custom Heaters.

Every heater is built to meet your required voltage, watt density, temperature range, and environmental constraints — including cleanroom compatibility and tight thermal tolerances.

Why TUTCO Farnam?

TUTCO Farnam is more than a heater supplier — we are a partner in industrial process innovation and efficiency:

Deep Industry Expertise
Our engineers understand the thermal challenges across a wide variety of industrial processes, including plastics, chemical, printing, and specialty production.

Custom Solutions for Every Process
Whether it’s a standard heater or a fully integrated custom assembly, we design to your exact specifications — including size, wattage, voltage, and environmental constraints.

Sustainable & Energy-Efficient Heating
We help companies replace natural gas with electric heat where possible, reducing emissions while maintaining process performance.

Reliability in Demanding Environments
TUTCO Farnam heaters are built to withstand high temperatures, continuous operation, and industrial wear and tear.

Collaborative Engineering Support
From initial design to production, our team works closely with your engineers to solve thermal challenges, integrate heaters seamlessly, and ensure consistent process results.

Pair TUTCO Farnam Heaters with an Industrial Control Panel for a Complete Thermal Solution

TUTCO Farnam produces a line of industrial control panels as well as custom control panels that are meticulously designed to meet the application needs of industrial facilities and OEMs. Learn More.

Get Started with Heating Solution for your Industrial Process

Whether you’re improving an existing process, designing a new production line, or shifting toward sustainable heating solutions, TUTCO Farnam provides precision, durability, and energy efficiency for every industrial application. Contact our engineering team today to discuss your process heating requirements and develop a solution customized to your operational needs.