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When accuracy, reliability, and responsiveness are critical, Birk Manufacturing’s Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) Sensors deliver outstanding performance. Serving industries like medical, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing, Birk’s RTDs are engineered for precision thermal measurement in the most challenging environments. Why RTD Sensors Stand Out At the core of Resistance Temperature Detector sensors is a simple but powerful principle: the electrical...

  We’re proud to announce that Birk Manufacturing was named Industry Innovator of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut in their March 2025 annual award ceremony. This award honors a local business or visionary leader that is not only adapting to today’s marketplace but is also paving the way with breakthrough technologies, dynamic thinking, and a...

As seen on Medical Device and Diagnostics Industry (click here to go to the article on the MD+DI site) by Mike Blair, Engineering Manager   Flexible heaters are used in a wide range of medical and diagnostic devices. They play a crucial role in thermal control for applications such as nebulizers, respiratory humidifiers, blood analyzers, reagent testing, and the list goes...

Birk Manufacturing recently wrapped up their Spring tradeshow season, with our team attending both Satellite 2025 and MD&M West. These events gave us the opportunity to engage with engineers, buyers, and innovators, many of whom are exploring new innovations that require thermal management support. Here's a quick look at some of the conversations we had on the show floors:  ...

Although everyday is employee appreciation day at Birk Manufacturing, on National Employee Appreciation Day, March 7th, we went all out and celebrated with a picnic Luau. From day one Birk was built on the principles of hard work, dedication, unity and teamwork. Helping each other, learning new skills, communication and having fun (four out of the ‘Five Birk Principles’) are...

Temperature management is critical in many industries, from medical and aerospace to semiconductor and industrial manufacturing. Selecting the right temperature sensor can significantly impact accuracy, efficiency, system performance, and safety while also protecting assets. Birk Manufacturing offers various types of thermal sensors—RTDs, thermocouples, thermistors, and thermostats—each used for different applications and environments. In this blog, we’ll outline these sensors so...

ISO 13485 recertification reinforces Birk’s commitment to excellence in medical device manufacturing   This press release is also available online here. EAST LYME, CT, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 – Birk Manufacturing, a leading provider of advanced flexible heating solutions, proudly announces their successful ISO 13485 recertification. This achievement underscores their commitment to the highest quality, precision, and traceability for...

When precision and reliability are non-negotiable, having a partner to manage your temperature management solutions who can also provide complete turnkey solutions is invaluable. From simplifying vendor relationships to delivering superior performance, a one-stop-shop offers clear advantages.   Streamlined Processes, Enhanced Efficiency Managing multiple vendors for different components can be both time-consuming and risky. A turnkey provider like Birk Manufacturing...

Cybersecurity is not just a buzzword, it’s a necessity. All personal, financial, and company data is a potential target. According to the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report there were 2,305 cybersecurity incidents against manufacturers in 2023, with the majority of breaches done through system intrusion. The average cost of these industrial data breaches has risen year after year to...

  Birk Manufacturing is at the forefront of engineering thermal solutions for extreme environments and its work with the space industry is at the pinnacle. We develop high-precision, durable flexible heater technologies tailored to withstand the harsh conditions of outer space, supporting critical functions for satellites, spacecraft, and other aerospace applications. Our commitment to precision and performance goes beyond manufacturing...