Ultra Heat Inc

What Ultra Heat Inc does

Ultra Heat Inc, operating legally as UHI Worldwide, Inc. and headquartered at 1314 Perkins Ave., Elkhart, Indiana, designs and manufactures electric heating panels and accessories primarily for the recreational vehicle market. The company's core product line consists of peel-and-stick self-regulating heat panels applied to RV holding tanks (covering 22- to 75-gallon capacities), drain pipes (1.5-inch and 3-inch diameters), pipe elbows, and gate valves, with built-in temperature sensors that automatically cycle power to maintain tank fluid temperatures between approximately 44°F and 64°F. Complementary offerings include self-regulating smart heating cables for fresh water supply tubing, LiFePO4 lithium battery warming systems for 12V-120V configurations across RV/marine/golf cart/solar applications, the StepWarmer line for mass-transportation bus fleets, and switch kits/electronic ambient sensors as installation accessories. The company's underlying technology is a proprietary heat panel with self-regulating heating elements and a proprietary adhesive formula whose adhesion properties increase over time.

UltraHeat's go-to-market is multi-channel: OEM-embedded sales where North American RV manufacturers offer UltraHeat products as standard equipment or four-season upgrade options, wholesale distribution and e-commerce through partner Annod Industries (annodindustries.com), and direct-to-consumer sales via ultraheat.com with DIY-friendly peel-and-stick installation backed by detailed instructions and video tutorials. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales with publicly unlisted pricing (approximately $50-$200 per tank heater at retail, with custom quote-based pricing for battery warmer systems). Customer segments span RV OEMs and aftermarket owners, commercial fleet operators, government and military customers (U.S. Department of Defense, Canadian Armed Forces, Canadian Provincial/Territorial Governments), mass-transportation operators (North American bus fleets), and lithium battery OEMs/fleets (Battle Born Batteries and others). Distribution is primarily North American with European presence through the TankBlanket trademark.

The company was founded in 1975 under UHI Worldwide, Inc. as a heat panel producer for various industries and introduced the UltraHeat brand to the RV industry in 1988, becoming the recognized industry standard by 1991 and earning RV Hall of Fame Industry Changing Product recognition in 2007. It is privately held with no disclosed investors or parent company. Reported customers include Ford Motor, Daimler Chrysler, and a range of government, military, and lithium battery manufacturers, with the company stating 'tens of thousands' of battery warmers are sold annually at OEM/Fleet level.

Name

Ultra Heat Inc

Legal name

UHI Worldwide, Inc.

Website

https://ultraheat.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RV Heating Equipment and Freeze Protection

NAICS

Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Heat Exchangers & Thermal Transfer Equipment (IMAHAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Thermal Management & Safety Components for Battery Packs (EUAFABAL)

Keywords

• RV tank heaters
• RV freeze protection
• Lithium battery warmers
• Electric heating panels
• Holding tank heating

Headquarters

HQ city

Elkhart

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. RV Tank Heaters: Sale of heat panel tank heaters in various models (AM-M0900, AM-M1200, AM-M2400, AM-M3600, AM-M4200, AM-M4800) for different tank capacities. Available in 13.5 VDC, 120 VAC, and dual voltage configurations. Protects up to 22-75 gallon tanks.
2. RV Pipe and Pipe Elbow Heaters: Sale of pipe heaters and elbow heaters for drain pipes in 1.5 inch and 3 inch diameters. Includes PH and EH series products with various amperage draws and power requirements.
3. RV Gate Valve Heaters: Sale of gate valve heaters designed for short-term use to thaw frozen Valterra gate valves. Must be controlled independently with separate switch.
4. LiFePO4 Battery Warmers: Sale of battery warming systems for Lithium batteries used in RVs, marine applications, golf carts, trolling motors, and solar energy systems. Customized to match battery system dimensions and voltage (12V, 24V, 36V, 52V, 120V).
5. Accessories and Components: Sale of switch kits, electronic ambient temperature sensors, wire, and installation accessories. Includes Master Ambient Control System for automated temperature-based control.
6. Smart Heat Cables: Self-regulating heating cables for fresh water supply tubing freeze protection, sold in three sizes with field modification capability.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UltraHeat designs and manufactures electric heating panels and accessories that prevent RV holding tanks, drain pipes, gate valves, and LiFePO4 lithium batteries from freezing in cold-weather operation. The product line spans tank heaters in 13.5 VDC, 120 VAC, and dual-voltage configurations for tanks up to 22–75 gallons, pipe and elbow heaters for 1.5- and 3-inch drain lines, gate valve thaw panels, and custom battery warmer systems. Products are sold OEM to RV manufacturers and government/military fleets, through wholesale distribution, and direct-to-consumer via e-commerce.

Product overview

UltraHeat is a manufacturer of specialized heating solutions for recreational vehicles and related applications. The core product line consists of RV holding tank heaters (heating pads that attach to tanks to prevent freezing), available in multiple voltage configurations (13.5 VDC, 120 VAC, and dual AC/DC models) for different tank capacities ranging from 22 to 75 gallons. Complementary products include pipe heaters and pipe elbow heaters for 1.5 and 3 inch drain pipes, gate valve heaters for dump valve freeze protection, and LiFePO4 lithium battery warmers for various battery systems. Accessories include smart heating cables and switch kits. The products are described as the original RV tank heaters (since 1988), the industry standard, and are manufactured in the USA with proprietary heating element technology. Tank heaters feature automatic temperature cycling via built-in sensors (44°F to 64°F), while pipe and gate valve heaters operate in on/off mode only.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UltraHeat: Primary brand for RV tank heaters, pipe heaters, gate valve heaters, and related products for cold weather protection.

Products and services

• UltraHeat RV Holding Tank Heaters Electric heating pads designed to prevent RV holding tanks (black, gray, and fresh water) from freezing in cold weather conditions, featuring built-in sensors for automatic temperature cycling. Available in multiple voltage configurations (13.5 VDC, 120 VAC, dual AC/DC) and sizes for tanks from 22 to 75 gallons. Sold to individual RV owners for retrofit and to RV manufacturers for OEM installation.
• UltraHeat RV Pipe & Pipe Elbow Heaters Electric heating panels for RV drain pipes and elbows to prevent freezing, available in various sizes for 1.5 inch and 3 inch diameter pipes, plus a fresh water supply line heater for 1/2 inch Pex tubing. Operating on 13.5 VDC. Designed for RV owners seeking complete plumbing freeze protection.
• UltraHeat RV Gate Valve Heaters High-heat panels designed to rapidly thaw frozen RV gate/dump valves (primarily Valterra) in 5-7 minutes. Intended for short-term manual use only and controlled independently with a separate switch. For RV owners needing to thaw stuck dump valves in cold weather.
• LiFePO4 Lithium Battery Warmers Wrap-style battery heating systems for LiFePO4 lithium batteries used in RVs, marine, golf carts, trolling motors, and solar/off-grid applications. Heat panels placed on both length sides for even heating, controlled by electronic ambient temperature sensor. Customized to battery case dimensions and operational voltage (12V, 24V, 36V, 52V, 120V). Backed by Life of the Battery Warranty. Sold primarily to OEM and Fleet level markets (tens of thousands annually).
• Smart Heating Cables Self-regulating/self-limiting heating cables for freeze protection of fresh water supply tubing, available in three sizes with field modification capability for custom lengths. Suitable for vinyl, Pex, or other tubing types. For RV owners needing freeze protection for water supply lines.
• UltraHeat Switch Kits and Installation Accessories Installation accessories for UltraHeat heating systems, including switch kits, electronic ambient temperature sensors, 12 gauge wiring, and the Master Ambient Control System for automated temperature-based control. Used by RV owners and professional installers to complete freeze protection installations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Freeze protection down to -11°F (-24°C) with product alone on fully exposed tanks; down to -40°F (-40°C) with additional modifications and insulation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Annod IndustriescoreTechnology or IntegrationAnnod Industries (annodindustries.com) serves as the wholesale and e-commerce platform partner for UltraHeat products. Handles wholesale login access for authorized dealers and operates the Buy Now e-commerce functionality for direct consumer sales. Products link to annodindustries.com for purchase.
• Major Lithium Battery Manufacturers (North American and European)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUltraHeat has consulted with most major Lithium battery manufacturers on both North American and European continents over 14+ years to design low voltage/low amp draw solutions for cold weather battery concerns. Battery warmers have been tested and approved by the manufacturers themselves.
• Battle Born BatteriesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBattle Born Batteries has tested and approved UltraHeat battery warmer systems. Provides FAQ documentation and installation guidance for using heat pads with their batteries. Products designed specifically for their battery systems.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Lippert Components: Lippert is the largest RV component supplier across hundreds of SKUs; it competes and partners broadly with UltraHeat in OEM channels and could bundle tank heating into its portfolio, positioning it as a wide-scope incumbent.
• Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America: Webasto is a global incumbent in automotive and RV heating, sunroofs, and thermal management; its broader product portfolio overlaps UltraHeat's battery and cabin heating solutions at the OEM level across mobile platforms.
• Eberspächer North America: Eberspächer is a broad automotive/RV/commercial heating incumbent with fuel-fired and electric coolant heaters overlapping UltraHeat's role in mobile cold-weather heat and battery thermal management.

Emerging players

• Zopec Industries: Zopec sells LiFePO4 battery products and accessories including heating/warming solutions targeting the same RV and off-grid solar customers UltraHeat serves with its battery warmers.
• Hott Rod Water Heater System: Hott Rod produces on-demand hot water heating systems for RVs, addressing cold-weather water system needs with a complementary (rather than identical) technology, making it a niche emerging peer in RV freeze protection.

Direct peers

• Aqua-Hot Heating Systems (Vessel Technologies): Aqua-Hot produces hydronic and diesel-fired RV heating and water heating systems, representing a competing approach (centralized hydronic heat) to UltraHeat's distributed electric heat panels for four-season RVs.
• Valterra Products: Valterra makes the gate valves whose heaters UltraHeat specifically targets, and offers its own valve/pipe accessories and freeze-protection solutions, making it a directly adjacent peer in RV waste and plumbing freeze protection.
• Camco Manufacturing: Camco is a leading RV aftermarket accessories manufacturer selling through the same wholesale and retail channels as UltraHeat, with overlapping freeze-protection and water-system product categories.
• Atwood (Dometic): Atwood/Dometic manufactures RV furnaces, water heaters, and climate-control appliances, directly competing with UltraHeat's tank and pipe heating solutions as installed OEM equipment in recreational vehicles.
• Suburban Products (Airxcel): Suburban is a major manufacturer of RV furnaces, water heaters, and heating systems, making it the closest direct competitor to UltraHeat in the RV heating category, with overlapping OEM relationships and similar four-season RV positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ultraheat
• Facebookfacebook.com/UltraHeat-The-Worlds-Best-RV-Holding-Tank-Heater-Made-in-the-USA-146048885416633

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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