- Business
- Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited manufactures air compressors, refrigeration compressors, gas compressors, and related systems for industrial applications. The company produces reciprocating air compressors, screw compressors, centrifugal compressors, oil-free compressors, diesel portable compressors, industrial refrigeration systems, marine refrigeration and air conditioning systems, vapour absorption chillers, process gas systems, air conditioning and refrigeration packages, pneumatic tools, and hydraulic power transmission machinery; it serves industries including oil refineries, petrochemicals, fertilizers, chemicals, steel, power, automobiles, textiles, cement, mining, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and marine sectors. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, India, Kirloskar Pneumatic operates manufacturing facilities in Pune, Saswad, and Nashik, with exports accounting for approximately 50% of revenue to markets in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and other regions. In 2024, the company acquired a majority stake exceeding 51% in Systems & Components India Private Ltd., a leader in industrial refrigeration with over 700 installations serving dairy, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and fertilizers, to expand its refrigeration portfolio, gain access to established customer bases, and leverage synergies under the continued involvement of S&C's promoter.