We Are KBL
We Are KBL
Serving Industry Worldwide Since 1888
At Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL), we don’t just keep up—we stay ahead by thinking ahead. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continuously integrate best-in-class technologies into our manufacturing processes. With over a century of engineering excellence, we’ve built world-class capabilities that meet the highest global standards, supported by a robust network of services.
KBL manufactures more than 75 types of pumps, with EPC capabilities and a flow capacity of up to 120,000 m³/hr, reaching heads of up to 1,200 meters. This positions us as a leader in producing a wide range of energy-efficient pumps—from the smallest to some of the largest in the world.
With 17 manufacturing facilities, including 7 located outside India, KBL is well-equipped to meet the evolving needs of both domestic and international clients. Our extensive network includes 16,250 channel partners in India and 80 overseas, backed by a best-in-class network of authorized service centers and refurbishment centers across the country.
All our manufacturing facilities are enabled with Total Quality Management (TQM) and certified under the Integrated Management System, which includes: ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety), ISO 50001:2018 (Energy Management)
At KBL, we continue to engineer solutions that empower industries and communities across the globe.
Why choose our Total Fluidity Management solutions?
- We are the largest manufacturer, producer and exporter of centrifugal pumps from India, trusted globally for our engineering excellence.
- Our ultra-modern, future-ready integrated manufacturing facilities ensure consistent quality and innovation.
- We manufacture India’s largest pumps in terms of both size and horsepower, setting benchmarks in performance and reliability.
- As the leading pump manufacturer in India, we hold the highest market capitalisation in the sector.
- We offer optimised pumping solutions, delivering end-to-end support from concept to commissioning across diverse industry segments.
Foundations Forged in Kirloskarvadi
Kirloskarvadi, our flagship manufacturing facility, is home to cutting-edge infrastructure that reflects our legacy of engineering excellence. The plant features a state-of-the-art foundry, centralised pattern shop, mechanised sand processing system, automatic moulding machines, and an advanced metal pouring system.
It also houses one of Asia’s largest hydraulic research centres, equipped with testing capabilities of up to 5,000 kW and 50,000 m³/hr, enabling precision and performance validation at scale.
The expansive facility includes dedicated units for:
- Cast Iron Foundry – Capable of producing single castings up to 7,000 kg
- Alloy Cast Steel Foundry – Specialising in high-performance alloy steel castings benchmarked to global standards
- Non-Ferrous Foundry – Handling a range of non-ferrous metal applications
- Replicast Foundry – Supporting precision casting for complex geometries
Kirloskarvadi continues to be the cornerstone of our manufacturing strength, driving innovation and quality in every product we deliver.
Innovations
Pioneering cutting-edge fluid management solutions, blending innovation with sustainability to meet the evolving needs of industries and communities.
Research
Driving progress through advanced research, transforming ideas into groundbreaking fluid management solutions for a sustainable future.
Engineering & Development
Integrating engineering principles with design thinking to create superior products that provide exceptional value to our customers.
Capability That Stands Out
Sump model testing and prototyping
Manufacturer of the world’s largest CW system
Manufacturer of largest split case pump in India
Manufacturer of largest vertical turbine pump in India
Manufacturer of the world’s largest Concrete Valute Pump (CVP)
Concept to commissioning of the world’s largest pumping station
Testing facility in the form of one of Asia’s largest hydraulic research centres
Manufacturer of the world’s largest CW system
