KRACHT GmbH

We are the world market leader for high-precision flow measurement technology (fluid measurement technology).

KRACHT GmbH is a leading manufacturer of high-quality technologies in the fields of pumps, fluid measurement, valves, hydraulic drives and customized system solutions. With over 110 years of company history and its headquarters in Werdohl, the company has established itself as one of the most important players in the industry. At its Werdohl site, KRACHT currently employs 420 people and acts as a central competence center. In addition, KRACHT maintains subsidiaries in China, the USA and Hungary and has a global sales network with external partners in more than 30 countries.

KRACHT is particularly proud of its world market leadership in the field of ultra-precise flow measurement technology. Last year, the company was awarded the prestigious „Best of Industry Award 2022“ in the „Measuring and Testing Technology“ category. The award-winning smallest gear type flow meter in the world can reliably detect volume flows from 0.3 ml/min, which corresponds to just three drops per minute. This innovative measuring instrument is used primarily in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and chemical industries.

KRACHT’s flow meters are characterized by their precision and versatility and can measure a wide range of media. The powerful electronics enable accurate monitoring, regulation and control of processes. In addition to standard products, KRACHT also develops customized solutions, including tailor-made software. The flow meters are also used in metering or mixing applications as well as in test bench technology.

The engineering company operates worldwide, serving customers ranging from hidden champions to global corporations. KRACHT GmbH is managed by Chief Executive Officer Bernd Neidhardt. In 2022, the company achieved sales of 65.2 million euros, with 61 percent coming from exports.

WORLD MARKET LEADER PRODUCT/S

Flow measurement technology

Location

Werdohl

Employees

World wide: 450

Germany: 420

South Westphalia: 420

Sales Volume

2022: 65,2 Mio. €

Milestones

1911

Company foundation

1971

Construction of the present company buildings

1992

Purchase of a gear manufacturer in Hungary, KRACHT Hidraulik KFT

1996

Management by the Zahn family

2009

Foundation of KRACHT CORP., USA and KRACHT Representative, China

2017

Construction of the logistics center

2020/21

Foundation of KRACHT Fluid Technology (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., China

2022/23

Construction of new halls for system technology and gearbox production

2023

Fusion with Atlas Copco Group

Contact

KRACHT GmbH
Gewerbestraße 20
58791
Werdohl

Phone +49 2392 935 0

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