KSB SE & Co. KGaA Overview
Pro stress-test →KSB SE & Co. KGaA manufactures and supplies pumps, valves, and related services worldwide. The company is a German multinational manufacturer of pumps and valves headquartered in Frankenthal. As one of the world's largest pump and valve manufacturers, KSB makes centrifugal pumps (70% of sales) and other pumps, along with valves and related control and automation systems.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →The company operates through three segments: Pumps (offering single and multistage pumps, submersible pumps, and control systems), Valves (butterfly, globe, gate, control, diaphragm, and ball valves), and KSB SupremeServ (providing installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance, repair, and spare parts). KSB maintains manufacturing plants, sales and marketing organizations, and service operations on every continent except Antarctica.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →KSB competes in the global industrial pump and valve manufacturing sector against established multinational industrial equipment companies. The company's competitive advantages include its century-plus brand heritage, geographically diversified manufacturing footprint, integrated product portfolio (pumps, valves, and services), and presence across critical infrastructure and industrial end-markets.
Industry Context
KSB SE & Co. KGaA operates in Industrial Pumps and Valves Manufacturing.
Key facts
Founded: 1871 · Headquarters: Frankenthal, Germany · Market cap: €1.23B