KBL Expands Kaniyur Facility in Centenary Year

11 Feb 2026 CW Team

Kirloskar Brothers (KBL), a leading player in fluid management solutions, has inaugurated a new factory building at its Kaniyur Manufacturing Facility in Tamil Nadu. The expansion coincides with a milestone year marking 100 years since the company manufactured and installed India’s first centrifugal pump in 1926.

The newly commissioned facility is aimed at enhancing productivity and operational efficiency, enabling the company to address rising domestic as well as international demand while upholding stringent quality benchmarks.

Sustainability remains a central focus of the expansion. Around 80 per cent of the facility’s electricity requirements are met through renewable energy sources, resulting in a reduction of 122.5 tCO₂e in carbon emissions. The initiative has also reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 89 per cent. In addition, the solar power installation is expected to generate annual savings of approximately Rs 2.16 million.

The development follows KBL’s recent order to supply 14,000 pumps for petroleum applications. With its ATEX-certified submersible turbine pumps, the company is strengthening its presence in the retail petroleum segment and competing with global manufacturers in this specialised market.

With a legacy spanning over 138 years, KBL has played a pivotal role in India’s irrigation, power, water supply and infrastructure sectors. The new facility reinforces its commitment to manufacturing excellence, innovation and long-term strategic growth.

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