Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited, originally Khosla Compressors, is a prominent entity within the Kirloskar Group, established in 1974. It primarily operates in the Compression and Transmission segments, serving industries like oil & gas, steel, cement, engineering, and food & beverage. The Compression segment focuses on designing, manufacturing, and installing air, gas, and refrigeration systems, while the Transmission segment specializes in railway traction gears and customized gearboxes for various applications.
The company has evolved through strategic mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, notably merging with Kirloskar Pneumatic Co. Ltd. in 2002. It has invested in advanced manufacturing technologies and expanded its service network across India. Kirloskar Pneumatic has also ventured into logistics through its RoadRailer operations, leveraging the Indian Railways network. Despite facing industrial challenges in the early '90s, the company successfully implemented a revival plan and continues to innovate, as seen in its development of wind turbine gearboxes and large-scale refrigeration systems.
