On the year of 2022, one customer from Colombia sent some samples for testing. The rubber parts to be deflashed are rubber O rings.
You can see from following photo:
There are many flashes which are difficult for manual deflashing.
After Cryogenic deflashing, we can get good results without flashes.
Even though the deflashing result was acceptable, customer was hesitating to make decision to purchase the cryogenic deburring machine due to the budget problem.
They paused the purchase this nitrogen shot blasting deflashing machine.
On the year of 2025, last year, customer restarted the project and we talked about the model and the offer and finally we made a deal to sell the cryogenic deflashing equipment Model PG-60T to customer.
It is a wonderful machine for automatic rubber deflashing process, it is well designed and well manufacturered.
KSB held its largest-ever Sales Partner Conference in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, on April 2, 2025. The conference brought together industry leaders from across China's pump and valve sectors to chart a course for future growth. The record-breaking attendance of distributors underscored KSB's strong brand appeal and industry influence.
Leadership Insights: A Gathering of Experts to Shape the Future
The conference opened with remarks from Mr. Ralf Kannefass, CSO of the KSB Group, who reiterated the strategic importance of the Chinese market and KSB's sales partners to the Group.
A high-level leadership forum followed, featuring Mr. He Jun, Executive President of KSB Asia North, in a deep-dive discussion with several KSB Group Global Business Unit Presidents: Mr. Bernd Hoffmann (Global Petrochemical and Chemical), Mr. Christian Haag (Global General Industry), Mr. Thomas Pabst (Global Energy), Mr. Michael Schneider (Global Water), and Mr. Andreas Laschke (Global Valves). This panel provided a global perspective on industry trends, offering guidance to sales partners.
Ecosystem Launch: Digital Empowerment for a New Journey
Mr. He Jun personally unveiled the "KSB Sales Partner Ecological System (SPECS)," a powerful digital platform developed by KSB to support its sales partners. He demonstrated the system's numerous integrated features, capturing the attention of the attendees. SPECS, accessible via mobile devices, is designed to significantly enhance the efficiency and collaboration capabilities of sales partners, demonstrating KSB's commitment to driving industry transformation through digital technology.
Strategic Decoding: Empowering Partners for Shared Success
Clear Channel Strategy: Mr. Frank Zhu, General Manager of Shanghai KSB Pump Co., Ltd., provided a comprehensive review of the 2024 channel performance and outlined the strategic direction for channel development in 2025, clarifying the path for KSB and its partners to move forward together.
Robust Financial Support: Mr. Kevin Dong, CFO of KSB Asia North, detailed KSB's financial support policies for sales partners, providing a strong financial foundation for deeper collaboration and business expansion.
Precise Market Outlook: Ms. Joyce Teng, HR Director and Marketing Director of KSB Asia North, reviewed KSB Shanghai's marketing efforts in 2024 and shared insights and forecasts for 2025 and beyond, helping partners accurately grasp market trends and gain a competitive edge.
Service Excellence for Value Enhancement: Mr. Zhang Yong, Director of KSB SupremeServ of KSB Asia North and General Manager of KSB Tianjin, emphasized the critical value of superior service in today's competitive market and introduced KSB's latest SupremeServ system, designed to help partners improve customer satisfaction.
Digital Pioneer, Leading the Future: Dr. Dai Linsha, Chief Data Scientist of KSB Shanghai, showcased KSB's latest digital achievements, including "Ki-Pump Sentinel," highlighting KSB's leadership in digital transformation and its commitment to empowering the industry with digital technology.
Focused Discussions: In-Depth Analysis and Comprehensive Breakdown
The afternoon session featured five specialized breakout tracks (Water, General Industry & Building Services, Energy, Petrochemical & Chemical, and Service Excellence). KSB frontline business personnel engaged in in-depth discussions with sales partners on key topics such as quotation system optimization and analysis of differences in localized products, addressing specific pain points in each sector and providing effective solutions for practical operations.
At the exhibition area outside the conference hall, KSB technical personnel provided detailed demonstrations and introductions of KSB's flagship products and latest digital achievements, allowing sales partners to deepen their understanding of KSB's technical DNA and strengthening the connection between the technical and business sides.
Compliance Assurance: Sustainable Growth and Shared Progress
KSB places a high priority on compliance. Ms. Cui Linan, Internal Audit and Local Compliance Officer of Asia North, and Ms. Sherry Wang, Legal Manager of Asia North, provided detailed explanations of relevant KSB policies and regulations, reinforcing the compliance awareness of KSB's sales partners and safeguarding the company's stable operations.
Recognition of Excellence: Celebrating Achievements and Inspiring Future Success
Mr. Frank Zhu provided a comprehensive summary of the conference, highly commending its achievements and outlining clear directions for future action. Mr. Ralf Kannefass, Mr. He Jun, Mr. Frank Zhu, and Mr. Jiang Ping, Managing Director of KSB Valves Changzhou, together kicked off the spectacular gala dinner.
During the gala dinner, KSB honored outstanding sales partners for their exceptional performance over the past year. Long-term contribution awards, ranging from five to twenty years, were also presented to recognize partners who have maintained long-standing collaborations with KSB, thanking them for their trust and support. This not only acknowledged their hard work but also served as an encouragement for continued collaboration and future success.
This conference was not only an industry event but also a milestone in building consensus, deepening cooperation, and planning for shared growth. KSB will continue to work hand-in-hand with its sales partners, leading the industry with superior products, professional services, and continuous innovation to create a better future.
In the New Year’s sunshine, LEO celebrates its 30th anniversary!
For three decades, LEO has grown from a small pump research institute into a global leader with over 6,000 employees and customers around the world. Our journey has been fueled by the opportunities of a remarkable era, the trust of our customers, and the tireless efforts of every LEO team member.
A Vision for the Future: 2025-2030 Strategic Plan
As we celebrate 30 years of excellence, we are proud to unveil our 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, which outlines ambitious goals to shape the future:
Core Competencies: Build enterprise competitiveness through continuous innovation, efficient operations, and exceptional talent.
Deep Integration of Technology: Drive the in-depth application of advanced technologies to maintain leadership in the pump industry and digital marketing.
Industry Leadership: Solidify our position as a leading company, setting benchmarks for quality and innovation.
With these objectives, LEO is prepared to embrace the opportunities of this new era with determination and a forward-thinking mindset.
An Updating of LEO’s Style
As we celebrate this milestone, we proudly introduce our new corporate culture booklet, reflecting the values, mission, and vision that have guided our success and will continue to inspire our future growth.
A Journey of Growth and Innovation
Over the past three decades, we have remained steadfast in our commitment to innovation and customer-centricity. Our reliable products and services are designed not only to meet but exceed customer expectations, continuously creating value for people worldwide.
One shining example of this dedication is our latest innovation: the Smart Permanent Magnet Shielded Pump. This cutting-edge technology empowers zero-carbon buildings and leads the future of intelligent HVAC systems, reflecting our commitment to sustainability and technological advancement.
Gratitude and Commitment
At 30, we’re just getting started. Our journey has been enriched by the trust and support of our partners, customers, and employees. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has walked this journey with us. As we look to the future, we remain dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and creating exceptional value for all stakeholders. Every step we take is guided by our commitment to excellence and a vision of building a better tomorrow.
Challenges in building technology: The biggest challenge is to see the big picture
Holistic planning and project implementation are the essence of building supply technology. The challenge here is to combine many different components into a perfect complete solution. The best cost-benefit ratio, lean procurement processes and continuous process optimization are other key factors for success. In addition, the products and solutions must be easy to use and sometimes available worldwide. Professional consulting services at any time and anywhere are also indispensable for project success.
KSB has the right solution for any project in the field of residential and building technology. Because you can get individual components for drainage, water supply, all heating and air-conditioning circuits as well as fully coordinated and efficient systems from KSB. KSB always looks at the entire project and constantly checks the energy efficiency and long-term costs of all processes. In addition, KSB's products and services are easy to use and available worldwide. A global production and service network, coupled with well-trained personnel, ensure short reaction times and efficient cooperation.
KSB has extensive manufacturing technology and decades of experience in residential and building technology. As a full-service provider, KSB can offer you a wide range of energy-saving, partly digitally enabled pumps and solutions. In addition, KSB has developed intelligent planning tools to help you achieve optimal planning. Further useful tools such as the energy-saving concept Fluid Future®, the Webshop-EDI interface function or spare parts packages round off the KSB portfolio.
KSB offers the right components for cooling and heating systems. As part of its comprehensive product range, these include pumps and valves as well as automation and drive solutions.
Water is a precious commodity - and expensive. Accordingly, achieving optimal domestic water distribution requires safe, reliable, clean and economical solutions.
Operational reliability is of paramount importance. Perfectly functioning KSB products ensure the supply of fire water in the event of a fire.
KSB products are the basis for perfectly coordinated and efficient HVAC systems
KSB is the only supplier on the market that offers a complete range of products for heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems – including pumps, valves as well as automation and drive solutions. This allows you to select the right components for your system with the corresponding characteristics.
Efficient components that are optimally matched to each other meet any requirements for heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems – whether in a family home or an airport. KSB products are therefore always the basis for an overall perfectly coordinated and efficient HVAC system.
A comprehensive range of services from a single source rounds off the KSB portfolio for heating and cooling in building technology.
KSB offers you complete solutions that you can always count on!
Single-stage close-coupled volute casing pump, with ratings to EN 733, with replaceable shaft sleeve and casing wear rings, with motor-mounted variable speed system. With KSB SuPremE, a magnetless synchronous reluctance motor (exception: motor sizes 0.55 kW / 0.75 kW with 1500 rpm are designed with permanent magnets) of efficiency class IE4/IE5 to IEC TS 60034-30-2:2016, for operation on a KSB PumpDrive 2 or KSB PumpDrive 2 Eco variable speed system without rotor position sensors. Motor mounting points in accordance with EN 50347, envelope dimensions in accordance with DIN V 42673 (07-2011). ATEX-compliant version available.
Main Applications
Handling clean or aggressive fluids not chemically and mechanically aggressive to the pump materials.
For heating and cooling systems: Individual challenges require individual solutions
For heating and cooling systems: Individual challenges require individual solutions
Clean air and the right air humidity and temperature: Creating an optimal indoor climate is the basic prerequisite for comfort and efficiency – for humans and machines alike.
Whether it’s a family home, an office complex or a computer centre: Every building is different and presents specific challenges in the planning and implementation of an optimal heating, air conditioning and ventilation system. Effective and efficient HVAC systems require suitable, individual components that are matched to one another.
The challenges vary depending on the building project, but the requirements placed on the components remain the same. The pumps and valves used should function reliably, quietly and have a long service life.
In addition to functionality, however, the economic and ecological parameters of heating and cooling systems in building technology are equally important. The efficient use of energy is one of the most important topics.
KSB products are the basis for perfectly matched and efficient HVAC systems
KSB is the only supplier on the market that offers a complete range of products for heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems – including pumps, valves as well as automation and drive solutions. This allows you to select the right components for your system with the right characteristics.
Efficient components that are optimally matched to each other meet all requirements for heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems – whether in a family home or an airport. KSB products are therefore always the basis for an overall perfectly coordinated and efficient HVAC system.
A comprehensive range of services from a single source rounds off the KSB portfolio for heating and cooling in building technology.
Horizontal volute casing pump, single-stage, with ratings and main dimensions to EN 733, long-coupled, back pull-out design, with replaceable shaft sleeves / shaft protecting sleeves and casing wear rings, with motor-mounted variable speed system. With KSB SuPremE, a magnetless synchronous reluctance motor (exception: motor sizes 0.55 kW / 0.75 kW with 1500 rpm are designed with permanent magnets) of efficiency class IE4/IE5 to IEC TS 60034-30-2:2016, for operation on a KSB PumpDrive 2 or KSB PumpDrive 2 Eco variable speed system without rotor position sensors. Motor mounting points in accordance with EN 50347, envelope dimensions in accordance with DIN V 42673 (07-2011). ATEX-compliant version available.
Technical Data
Max. flow rate 1368 m3/h
Max. head 160 m
Max. allowed working pressure 16 bar
Maximum allowable fluid temperature 140 °C
Main Applications
Handling clean or aggressive fluids not chemically and mechanically aggressive to the pump materials.
Water supply systems
Cooling circuits
Swimming pools
Fire-fighting systems
General irrigation systems
Drainage systems
Heating systems
Air-conditioning systems
Spray irrigation systems
Benefits
Improved efficiency and NPSHreq by experimentally verified hydraulic design of impellers (vanes)
Operating costs reduced by trimming the nominal impeller diameter to match the specified duty point
Little wear, low vibration levels and excellent smooth running characteristics thanks to good suction performance and virtually cavitation-free operation across a wide operating range
Large variety of materials as standard for perfectly matching the pump to the fluid handled
PumpDrive perfectly matched to pump and motor by default factory parameter settings
Motor-mounted variable speed system up to 45 kW saves space
Pump operation made fully transparent with PumpMeter
The efficiency of the motor also exceeds 95 % of the nominal efficiency when the motor runs at 25 % of its nominal power on a quadratic torque-speed curve.
Sustainable and environmentally friendly because no magnets based on “rare earth elements” such as NdFeB are used
Technical Data
Function Pump
Connection type Flange
Drive concept With electric actuator, Combustion engine
Last year's roadshow achieved impressive results across China: - Total distance covered: 13,794 kilometers - Cities visited: 13 key urban centers - Customer engagement: Over 900 industry partners
Each stop showcased KSB's excellent products, cutting-edge technology, and high-quality professional services, strengthening connections with partners nationwide.
New Features for 2025
Enhanced Hardware Experience
The 2025 roadshow features a significantly larger mobile exhibition space, functioning as a true "mobile technology fortress." The weather-resistant design ensures uninterrupted demonstrations regardless of conditions.
Interior details incorporate clever pipeline-shaped elements connecting various display areas, symbolizing KSB's expertise in fluid transport. Green elements throughout highlight the company's commitment to sustainable development.
A new digital interactive zone creates an immersive presentation space where visitors can experience KSB's self-developed digital solutions and participate in engaging activities with prizes.
Strengthened Partnerships
KSB continues to believe that talent drives enterprise development. In 2025, the roadshow will deepen industry-education integration with local academies, injecting new vitality into Chinese manufacturing.
The new tour will cover more locations to maximize industry exchange and cooperation opportunities, connecting with partners across the country.
Looking Forward
The KSB Roadshow represents more than a mobile industrial showcase—it demonstrates the company's commitment to customer proximity, market service, and industry advancement.
Visitors will experience cutting-edge pump and valve technology, digital products, and sustainable development solutions that inspire innovation and promote deeper integration of industry, academia, and research.
The 2025 KSB Roadshow promises a more impressive and in-depth experience under the theme "Solutions Within Reach."
Driven by China's "dual carbon" strategy and the push for green industrial transformation, the "2025 Conference on Technological Innovation and Application in Water Treatment for Key Industrial Sectors" was held in Zhangzhou, Fujian, from March 20-22, 2025.
Decoding New Trends in Industrial Water Treatment
This conference, a leading event focused on green and intelligent innovation in water treatment, was jointly organized by authoritative institutions including the Industrial Water Treatment Committee of the Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China. Centered around "Empowering New Quality Productive Forces," it addressed challenges in water conservation, pollution reduction, energy efficiency, and performance enhancement in sectors like steel, petrochemicals, and new energy.
With three specialized seminars and over 30 technical reports, the conference presented a comprehensive matrix of solutions, spanning traditional industrial upgrades and emerging sector breakthroughs. It attracted numerous experts and scholars from universities, research institutes, and industrial enterprises.
From Individual Breakthroughs to Systemic Empowerment
Shanghai KSB Pump Co., Ltd., a model joint venture between KSB Group and Shanghai Electric Group, and KSB's core intelligent manufacturing base in China, has been deeply rooted in the Chinese market for nearly three decades. Combining German precision engineering with localized innovation, KSB Shanghai has become a leader in China's pump industry. Its products and services are widely used in general industry, power generation, petrochemicals, municipal water, building services, and wastewater treatment.
KSB not only manufactures high-quality pumps but also provides intelligent solutions covering the entire water treatment process. Ms. Cai Ying, Business Development Manager at KSB Shanghai, delivered a keynote speech titled "Efficient and Reliable Application of Pumps in Industrial Water Treatment under the Dual Carbon Context" at the 2025 Water Treatment Technology Seminar for the Energy and Chemical Industry on the afternoon of March 21.
KSB: Intelligent Manufacturing for Superior Water Systems
In her presentation, Ms. Cai, a seasoned expert in water treatment for general industry, showcased KSB's tailored, high-efficiency pump configurations for industrial water treatment systems. From raw water intake and pre-treatment to advanced treatment and wastewater reuse, KSB pumps, with their superior performance, intelligent control, and lean management, ensure efficient water conveyance, recycling, and compliant discharge. This helps industrial enterprises build green, low-carbon, and sustainable water cycles.
Cutting-Edge Technology Leads Green and Intelligent Innovation
Ms. Cai emphasized that pumps, as the "heart" of industrial water treatment systems, directly impact the system's efficiency, energy consumption, and stability. KSB Shanghai, through scientific selection, optimal configuration, and efficient operation and maintenance, creates pump solutions tailored to various industrial scenarios, ensuring the efficient and stable operation of the entire system across all stages.
In demanding applications like water treatment in the energy and chemical industries, wastewater treatment in the new energy sector, and ultrapure water production and wastewater treatment in the electronics industry, KSB's pump configurations significantly reduce energy consumption and enhance system reliability, providing robust support for green production.
Collaborating for a "Green" Future of Intelligent Manufacturing
KSB's presence in Zhangzhou showcased not only its outstanding products for industrial water treatment, such as MultiTec, Etanorm, and Movitec, and its advanced solutions, but also its deep insights into industry trends.
Driven by the "dual carbon" goals, industrial water treatment is rapidly evolving towards intelligence and sustainability. KSB will continue to leverage innovation as its engine, deepen its technological research and development, and provide industrial enterprises with more efficient and reliable water resource management support, collaborating with industry partners to create a new blueprint for green intelligent manufacturing.
The path to a sustainable hydrogen economy is full of challenges
To effectively protect the climate, we need to significantly reduce the share of fossil fuels in the energy mix and promote the further expansion of renewable energies. Hydrogen is seen as one of the most promising forms of renewable energy. If climate neutrality is the goal, it can significantly reduce carbon emissions, leaving the power sector far behind. In Germany alone, there will be hydrogen plants with a total installed capacity of up to 10 GW by 2030, and KSB is providing advanced solutions to achieve this goal.
We spare no effort in the development of hydrogen energy
Hydrogen technology will play a key role in the future energy supply as it has many advantages. Firstly, "green" hydrogen produced using electrolysers is carbon neutral and relatively simple to produce. Electrolysis is the process of splitting water molecules (i.e. H2O) into hydrogen and oxygen at the cathode and anode using electricity (in this case from renewable sources such as wind, hydro or photovoltaics). The two gases are separated and processed for further use. Hydrogen produced in this way can be used for a wide range of applications, such as storing energy, producing climate-neutral fuels, powering vehicles or as a raw material for the steel and chemical industries.
As a solution for compact containerized electrolysers: The flow rates here are around 10 m3/h.
Choosing the right pumps and valves is crucial in the transition to hydrogen. As an experienced manufacturer in the field of industrial and chemical processes, we have a broad product portfolio and extensive expertise in systems engineering, operating modes, materials and energy efficiency.
We have the perfect product for every production technology for green hydrogen. Our solutions are compatible with all major green hydrogen production technologies – from alkaline electrolysis (AEL) and proton exchange membrane electrolysis (PEM) technologies to future technologies such as anion exchange membrane electrolysis (AEM) or high-temperature electrolysis (HTEL). Of course, as a full-service supplier with comprehensive expertise, we also offer ideal solutions for the production of blue, grey or blue-green hydrogen.
Whichever process wins out in the future and which production scale or type of electrolyser proves to be more efficient, KSB will be able to cope with it because its product portfolio covers all stages of the hydrogen value chain and different Power-to-X technologies (including the production, transportation, storage and use of hydrogen).
In addition to our research activities and extensive funding projects, we also keep a close eye on emerging hydrogen business models and technologies. These initiatives are aimed at developing this technology for a greener future and driving the development of the hydrogen economy. We are committed to creating a greener future together with you. Welcome to the world of green solutions!
Reliable pumps and valves, innovative technology, comprehensive service: SOOU is an expert in reliable and efficient water extraction, water treatment and water distribution.
Optimised products from a specialist for the entire water cycle
Fresh, clean water every day: a challenge for water technology applications. Today’s water management systems have to meet complex requirements. Failure is not an option, yet systems are expected to work as cost-effectively and energy-efficiently as possible – for decades at a time. This means that consultants, engineering contractors and operators need an experienced partner who knows every detail of the application and is thus able to select the right products. These are pumps and valves that ensure low operating costs and reliable operation.
Whether water extraction, water treatment or water transport: SUOU offers pumps and valves for the entire water cycle.SUOU offers a wide range of high-quality water pumps and valves that are particularly efficient and reliable. These enable SUOU to ensure that water technology systems can be operated reliably and economically.
To ensure optimum operation, SUOU products are expertly designed for the fluid handled and the specific application. Learning from decades of experience and keeping one step ahead in research and development helps us to ensure the high quality of our products and services. This enables you to operate your system reliably, smoothly and with low life cycle costs. Comprehensive advice and a high level of service expertise provide you with additional support.
Water treatment: A complex task bearing great responsibility
Surging global demand for water – especially in industry and households – requires ever more and larger water treatment systems and plants which have to work efficiently. A further challenge is that in future more than 40 % of drinking water will have to be produced via seawater desalination.
Obtaining drinking water or process water often requires mechanical and biological water treatment. In many cases, large masses of water need to be transported as energy-efficiently as possible. Especially in the case of drinking water treatment, all components must also meet stringent hygiene standards as people’s health is at stake.
SUOU ensures that you are better equipped for any challenge
SUOU can help you tackle water treatment processes, whatever the requirements. SUOU pumps and valves ensure efficient transport to treatment facilities. In performing this task, they are very reliable and require minimal maintenance.
Thanks to a flexible modular design system, SUOU can offer the right pumps regardless of your system requirements. Pumps and valves are also perfectly optimised to work with each other. SUOU products thus enable extremely energy-efficient operation and help to reduce the life cycle costs of your system.
SUOU solutions for water treatment: flexible, durable, efficient
SUOU offers you particularly durable pumps and valves of excellent quality, using innovative technology and meeting high hygiene standards.
SUOU also benefits from a broad base of application knowledge in the field of water treatment. This know-how is based on experience with numerous successfully implemented projects all over the world. SUOU is continuously expanding this knowledge through its own research.
In addition, SUOU offers a comprehensive range of engineering services which see our specialists supporting consultants, engineering contractors and operators – for example with building design or hydraulic calculations for optimum and efficient plants.
