KAI 📈 Kadant - Overview

Kadant Inc, a global supplier of technologies and engineered systems, operates across three primary segments: Flow Control, Industrial Processing, and Material Handling. The company's Flow Control segment is involved in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of fluid-handling systems and equipment, including rotary joints, syphons, and turbulator bars, as well as engineered steam and condensate systems. Additionally, this segment offers a range of doctoring, cleaning, and filtration systems, including doctor systems and holders, doctor blades, and water-filtration systems, which are designed to optimize fluid handling and filtration processes in various industries.

The Industrial Processing segment focuses on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of equipment and systems used in the processing of raw materials, such as wood and other biomass. This includes ring and rotary debarkers, stranders, chippers, and engineered knife systems, which are used in the production of packaging materials, tissue products, and wood products. The segment also offers industrial automation and control systems, as well as recycling and approach flow systems, to help customers optimize their production processes and improve efficiency. Furthermore, the company provides virgin pulping process equipment for use in the production of pulp and paper products, as well as equipment for the alternative fuel industry.

The Material Handling segment offers a range of conveying and vibratory equipment, including belt conveyors, screw conveyors, and vibratory feeders, which are used to transport and handle materials in various industries. The company also manufactures and sells baling products, such as balers and compactors, which are used to compress and package materials for transportation or storage. In addition, the company produces biodegradable absorbent granules, which are used as carriers in agricultural, home lawn and garden, professional lawn, turf, and ornamental applications, as well as for oil and grease absorption. These products are designed to provide effective and environmentally friendly solutions for a range of applications.

Kadant Inc markets and sells its products, services, and systems through a combination of direct sales, independent sales agents, and distributors, allowing the company to reach a wide range of customers across the globe. With a history dating back to 1991, the company has established itself as a leading provider of technologies and engineered systems, and is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts. The company's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has enabled it to build a strong reputation in the industry, and its products and services are used in a variety of applications, from industrial processing and material handling to fluid handling and filtration.