Littelfuse, Inc., a leader in developing smart solutions that enable safe and efficient electrical energy transfer, announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Basler Electric Company.
This strategic move further strengthens Littelfuse’s high-power application capabilities and positions the company for continued growth in the industrial sector.
Basler is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative electrical control and protection technologies, serving high-growth industrial markets. Its portfolio of advanced solutions is renowned for regulating and protecting mission-critical power equipment, catering to a broad and expanding customer base.
The acquisition of Basler is expected to significantly enhance Littelfuse’s ability to meet the evolving needs of its customers in these critical markets.
As part of the Littelfuse Industrial Segment, Basler is expected to:
- Expand Littelfuse presence in mission-critical, secular growth industrial markets such as grid and utility infrastructure, power generation, and data center
- Enhance high-power application capabilities through a comprehensive and reliable portfolio of controls and protection systems
- Complement Littelfuse industrial technology offering, resulting in a more complete solution set and broader customer access
- Deliver value creation through growth and operational enhancement opportunities; the acquisition is expected to be accretive to Adjusted EPS in 2026
“The closing of the Basler acquisition marks a strong step forward in advancing our strategic priorities. Basler’s comprehensive technology portfolio and proven expertise in electrical control and protection solutions enhance our ability to serve customers driving the next-generation technology innovations across high-growth industrial markets,” said Greg Henderson, President and CEO of Littelfuse.
“The Basler team brings a long history of innovation and deeply embedded customer partnerships, and we are pleased to welcome them to Littelfuse as we move forward to drive long-term growth and deliver meaningful value for our customers and shareholders.”
This acquisition is a testament to Littelfuse’s commitment to growth and innovation, as it continues to expand its capabilities and offerings in the industrial sector. By integrating Basler’s strengths, Littelfuse is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and maintain its leadership in the market.
Founded in 1942, Basler is a privately held, family-owned manufacturer of electrical control and protection solutions, based in Highland, Illinois, with ~700 employees. Basler’s products are used by over 1,600 global customers in a diverse range of critical applications and end markets, including power generation, power transmission, grid and utility infrastructure, HVAC, data center, and industrial & electrical equipment. For full-year 2025, Basler is expected to generate revenue of $125 million with a high-teens adjusted EBITDA margin.
Ken Rhodes, President of Basler, said, “We are excited to join an industry leader with a long history of strong customer partnerships and technology advancements. Basler’s customer-focused team, culture and technology innovations are well aligned with Littelfuse, and we look forward to working together to deliver meaningful value.”
