A New Chapter for Elmatic Cardiff

Elmatic (Cardiff) Ltd, one of the UK’s longest‑established manufacturers of industrial electric heating elements, has entered an important new chapter as it is acquired by NIBE Industrier AB. The move ensures that Elmatic’s 77‑year tradition of craftsmanship, specialist manufacturing, and British engineering excellence will continue to thrive, now supported by the resources of a global heating solutions group.

Founded in 1949, Elmatic (Cardiff) Ltd has built a 77‑year reputation as a leading British manufacturer of industrial electric heating elements, operating as a family‑run business dedicated to producing custom‑built, high‑quality heating solutions for diverse industries. Its continued investment in production capabilities, most recently through the expansion of their tubular heating element division, highlights Elmatic’s commitment to engineering excellence and sustained growth.

NIBE Industrier AB brings more than 70 years of international industry leadership, originating in Markaryd, Sweden, and expanding to become a global group with a strong entrepreneurial culture and strategic focus on sustainable, energy‑efficient heating, climate and control solutions. NIBE’s long‑standing success is rooted in continuous innovation and targeted acquisitions that complement its existing product range and global presence

John Skalitzky, former owner of Elmatic (Cardiff) Ltd says “On behalf of my family and myself, we are reassured by the knowledge that Elmatic’s future will continue under the leadership of NIBE’s group of companies. I would like to thank the exceptional team of employees, who will continue their work in very capable hands.”

Following the acquisition, Elmatic will continue to operate with the same management team, ensuring stability for employees, suppliers, and customers while benefiting from NIBE’s broader technological, operational, and international resources.

To support the transition and strengthen strategic alignment within the NIBE Element business area, Simon Ellam, Managing Director of Backer Heatrod Ltd and Heat Trace Ltd, will take on a Chairman role supporting Elmatic’s leadership team. His extensive industry expertise and experience within NIBE Element’s UK operations will help guide Elmatic through its next chapter of growth.

Says Simon Ellam says: “It’s clear that industrial heating technology has been at the heart of Elmatic’s strategy from the start and combining this core strength with both our UK and group capabilities will only go to strengthen the industrial heating solutions we can provide. John took the business on from his father and has continued to innovate from both a business and technology perspective ever since. I’m excited to learn from the team and to help guide Elmatic in the coming years.”

The acquisition reinforces NIBE’s position as a leading global provider of intelligent heating components and solutions. Elmatic’s strong UK manufacturing presence and specialised product range complement NIBE’s existing portfolio, especially within the industrial and infrastructure heating sectors.

By integrating Elmatic’s heritage craftsmanship with NIBE’s innovation‑driven global platform, both companies aim to deliver expanded value, improved efficiency, and broader product offerings across key markets.

NIBE and Elmatic together share a long-term commitment to sustainability, technical excellence, and customer-focused solutions. The combination of Elmatic’s deep manufacturing roots and NIBE’s international strength promises a strong future of innovation and expanded opportunity.