A strategic partnership between Germany's Krapf & Lex and India's KEL, delivering cutting-edge air filtration solutions for the global railway industry.
A strategic partnership between Germany's Krapf & Lex and India's KEL, delivering cutting-edge air filtration solutions for the global railway industry.
Our joint venture combines decades of German engineering precision with Indian manufacturing excellence, creating world-class air filtration systems designed specifically for the demanding railway environment.
Combining German innovation with Indian manufacturing capabilities to serve railway markets worldwide.
A collaboration between Krapf & Lex (Germany) and KEL (India), uniting excellence from two continents.
Meeting the highest international standards for railway components with rigorous testing and certification.
Over 75 years of innovation, growth, and dedication to excellence in railway technology.
Foundation
Krapf & Lex was founded by Mr. Krapf and Mr. Lex, marking the beginning of a long tradition in precision engineering.
Expansion into Railway Technology
Continuous growth led to the creation of a dedicated railway company: Krapf + Lex Verkehrstechnik.
Expansion into Railway Technology
Following the succession of Mr. Lex, the railway business was taken over by Silvia and Martin Schulz, continuing the family legacy.
Innovation at InnoTrans
Krapf & Lex presented new developments — including cyclone separators and snow filters — at InnoTrans for the first time.
New Office and Production Expansion
Production facilities were expanded in Roding, with a new office established in Weiden.
Enhanced Delivery Reliability
Delivery performance stabilized at an industry-leading level of over 95%.
Strategic Shareholding
Robert Schulz joined as a shareholder — a key step in long-term company succession.
Digital Transformation
Krapf & Lex invested in digitalization, developing a software-based product configurator to streamline customer processes.
New Production Hall
A new hall for metal sheet manufacturing was commissioned, featuring advanced machinery and welding automation.
New Investments
A neighboring property, including an apartment house and production hall, was acquired to support further growth.
Final Assembly Relocation
Final assembly operations moved to the new hall, completing modernization of the production floor.
Our specialized air filters are engineered for the unique demands of railway applications, ensuring clean air for passengers and protecting critical systems.
Multi-stage filtration systems designed for optimal air quality in railway environments.
Built to withstand extreme conditions, vibrations, and temperature variations.
Designed for quick replacement and minimal downtime in railway operations.
Superior particle capture rates while maintaining optimal airflow performance.
Trusted by leading railway companies worldwide
Get in touch with our team to discuss your railway air filtration requirements.
Tel: +91 33 2287117
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Kolkata-700017, West Bengal, India
Excellence in Railway Air Filtration Systems
Excellence in Railway Air Filtration Systems
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