Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Highland, Illinois
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Since 1942
Basler Electric designs, engineers, and manufactures electrical power system equipment, including excitation systems, protection systems, voltage regulation systems, genset controls, and transformers. Founded in 1942 and headquartered in Highland, Illinois, the company reports an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million. Its products serve the energy sector and industries such as automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment. In 2025 the company was acquired by Littelfuse, Inc.
Basler at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
1942
Headquarters
Highland, Illinois
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
34
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
34
Named foreign suppliers
4
Top origins
Belgium · Netherlands · Italy · Germany
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Basler.
What this tells a buyer
No customs or trade shipment data is available in the record, and the company reported 9-month 2026 sales and earnings growth with a raised 2026 forecast.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers system design and engineering, turnkey installation, technical support, and maintenance services.
Basler Electric has been part of Littelfuse, Inc. since its 2025 acquisition, and the company is reported to serve customers in 145 countries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
84 years in operation (founded 1942).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Basler Electric designs, engineers, and manufactures electrical power system equipment, including excitation systems, protection systems, voltage regulation systems, genset controls, and transformers. Founded in 1942 and headquartered in Highland, Illinois, the company reports an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million. Its products serve the energy sector and industries such as automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment. In 2025 the company was acquired by Littelfuse, Inc.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1942 |
Headquarters | Highland, Illinois |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Basler makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers system design and engineering, turnkey installation, technical support, and maintenance services.
Certifications
Basler is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — basler.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs or trade shipment data is available in the record, and the company reported 9-month 2026 sales and earnings growth with a raised 2026 forecast. US customs bill-of-lading records list 34 inbound shipments across 4 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Netherlands · Italy · Germany.
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — Earnings call transcript: Basler lifts 2026 outlook after strong Q3 growth By Investing.com (investing.com)
2026-11-04 — 9-month result for 2026: Basler reports significant growth in sales and earnings; 2026 forecast raised | MarketScreener Australia (marketscreener.com)
2026-11-04 — EQS-News: 9-month result for 2026: Basler reports significant growth in sales and earnings; 2026 forecast raised (finanzen.net)
2026-08-12 — Basler and Syslogic: Machine Vision meets Edge AI (syslogic.com)
2026-04-19 — Advantech Partners with Basler to Propel Physica - Advantech (advantech.com)
2026-03-25 — Basler AG & Orbbec: Technology Partnership for Industrial 3D Vision | Basler Inc. (baslerweb.com)
Company details
Basler Electric has been part of Littelfuse, Inc. since its 2025 acquisition, and the company is reported to serve customers in 145 countries. Basler was founded in 1942, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Highland, Illinois. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 84 years in operation (founded 1942). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Basler make?
Basler Electric designs, engineers, and manufactures electrical power system equipment, including excitation systems, protection systems, voltage regulation systems, genset controls, and transformers. Founded in 1942 and headquartered in Highland, Illinois, the company reports an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million. Its products serve the energy sector and industries such as automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment. In 2025 the company was acquired by Littelfuse, Inc.
Where is Basler headquartered?
Basler is headquartered in Highland, Illinois (12570 State Route 143, Highland, Illinois, 62249).
When was Basler founded?
Basler was founded in 1942.
How big is Basler?
Basler has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Basler hold?
Basler lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Basler import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 34 inbound shipments for Basler, with top origins including Belgium · Netherlands · Italy · Germany.
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