K-ma process
a division of
Kaltenbach Maschinenbau GmbH
Solutions for processes in the foods and cosmetics industries
Kaltenbach today
- International activities
- More than 100 employees
- 6,500 m² of factory space
- Over 10 million annual revenue
History
- 1958
- The firm is founded by Werner Kaltenbach. Originally production involved agricultural machinery and vehicles, literally hand-made!
- 1965
- Trade continues under Werner Kaltenbach GmbH & Co. The firm moves to new premises at Rheinweg 9, Neuenburg-Zienken. The production of conveying plants begins for the company of Hans Kaltenbach
- 1971
- Construction and completion of production hall 2. Phase one of developing own products: universal working stations
- 1973
- Werner Kaltenbach GmbH employs its 50th worker. First extension of hall 2.
- 1982
- The machine range is upgraded with the addition of a drill section. Second extension of hall 2.
- 1985
- Production and development of a mobile on-site crane, the "walking crane".
- 1987
- Modernisation of the drill section through the instalment of CNC-controlled central units.
- 1988
- New development of the positioning system "KWP"
- 1998
- Assembly area is extended, increased assembly of silo transporters and complete machinery for customers.
- 2000
- Extension of the CAD construction department as a service option
- 2003
- Build up of strategic partnerships. Production of sewage sludge drying plants.
- 2004
- Separate manufacturing area for stainless steel, chemical reactors and process equipment for the food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.
- 2005
- Total revenue exceeds € 10 mio. Werner Kaltenbach GmbH now has 100 employees and 14 apprentices. Construction of hall 3 with 6,500 m² hall space.
- 2008
- Extension of an additional section of Kaltenbach: k-ma process. Direct sales of machines and plants for the food and cosmetic industries.