KOHLER-SDMO

What KOHLER-SDMO does

KOHLER-SDMO, commercially operating as Rehlko Power Systems EMEA, is a France-headquartered manufacturer of generator sets that has been designing, producing, and deploying power generation systems for nearly six decades. The company is the world's third-largest generator set manufacturer, offering a portfolio spanning 1 to 4500 kVA that covers industrial, rental, portable, and marine applications. Its product ecosystem extends beyond the gensets themselves to include power control and distribution systems, the recently launched KD Series (60-600 kW) with a sustainability-oriented Conscious Care maintenance program, and a comprehensive parts and service infrastructure. Rehlko is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the diversified Kohler Co. conglomerate, rebranded from Kohler Power Systems in 2024, and operates within a broader group that includes Clarke Energy, Kohler Home Energy, and Uninterruptible Power.

The company's offerings are aimed at mission-critical and infrastructure-grade end markets, with Data Centers, Healthcare, Telecom, and Industrial/Commercial installations positioned as primary verticals, complemented by Water Treatment and Transports. Customer pain points addressed center on power reliability, operational continuity, life-safety systems, and environmental compliance — all of which translate into demand for high-uptime backup and prime power solutions rather than discretionary capital equipment.

Revenue is generated through two principal streams: hardware sales of generator sets and related power control equipment, and recurring after-sales services that encompass training, maintenance, installation, and spare parts supply. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with engineered-to-order industrial equipment. Go-to-market is predominantly indirect and channel-led, leveraging 50+ distributors across EMEA, three direct subsidiaries in Germany, Spain, and Great Britain, six representative offices spanning Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, four warehousing platforms, and 15 sales agencies in France, giving the company a stated footprint in over 150 countries. The 2025 acquisition of The Wilmott Group extends its manufacturing, service, and data center capabilities.

Name

KOHLER-SDMO

Legal name

Rehlko

Website

https://kohler-sdmo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KOHLER-SDMO, operating as Rehlko Power Systems EMEA, manufactures generator sets (1-4500 kVA) and power control systems, serving data centers, healthcare, telecom, and industrial customers across EMEA as the world's third-largest generator manufacturer.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Power Generation Equipment

NAICS

Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336), Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Engines & Turbines (3510), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Backup & Resilience Power Systems (Standby Generators, Critical Facilities) (EUACALAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Engine Generator & Microgrid Power Plant EPC (Diesel/Gas Recip) (EUAEAAAJ), Protection, Control & SCADA/Automation Installation (Relay Panels, RTUs) (IMAFAHAF)

Keywords

• Industrial generator sets
• Backup power solutions
• Power control systems
• Marine generators
• Low carbon energy

Headquarters

HQ city

Toulouse

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Generator Set Sales: Sale of power generator sets ranging from 1 to 4500 kVA for industrial and commercial applications. Products include industrial, rental, portable, and marine generators.
2. After-Sales Services: Comprehensive after-sales services including training, maintenance, installation, and spare parts supply for generator systems.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Rehlko Power Systems EMEA (KOHLER-SDMO) designs, manufactures, and deploys generator sets ranging from 1 to 4,500 kVA for industrial, commercial, rental, portable, and marine applications. The company delivers bespoke power plant designs, power control and distribution systems, and comprehensive after-sales services (training, maintenance, installation, spare parts) primarily for backup and continuous power needs across data centers, healthcare, telecom, water treatment, transport, and industrial sectors.

Product overview

Rehlko (formerly Kohler Power Systems) is the world's third-largest manufacturer of generator sets, offering a comprehensive portfolio of power generation solutions ranging from 1 to 4500 kVA. The product lineup includes Industrial Power Generators, Rental, Portable, and Marine generators as the core product lines, complemented by Power Control & Distribution systems. The KD Series represents their latest generator technology with power ranges from 60-600 kW. The company provides an integrated ecosystem combining generator sets with power control modules, low carbon solutions (including Conscious Care maintenance program), and comprehensive after-sales services including parts, training, and warranty support. Rehlko serves multiple industries including Data Centers, Healthcare, Water Treatment, Telecom, and Transports across Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KD Series: Generator product line ranging from 60-600 kW with Conscious Care maintenance program for lower greenhouse gas emissions
• Powering Impact
• Conscious Care

Products and services

• Industrial Power Generators Industrial-grade generator sets for heavy-duty commercial and industrial applications, forming the core of Rehlko's power generation portfolio across the 1 to 4,500 kVA range.
• Rental Power Generators Generator sets designed for temporary and rental applications, providing flexible power solutions for events, construction, and emergency backup needs.
• Portable Generators Compact and mobile generator solutions for on-the-go power requirements, accessed via the portable Kohler Power microsite.
• Marine Generators Generator sets engineered for marine and maritime applications, providing reliable onboard power for vessels.
• Power Control & Distribution Systems Power control and distribution systems that manage and regulate generator output for industrial and commercial installations.
• KD Series Generators New generation generator sets ranging from 60-600 kW (within Rehlko's overall 1 to 4,500 kVA range) featuring the Conscious Care maintenance program for reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
• Parts & After-Sales Service Comprehensive after-sales services including parts supply, maintenance, installation, training, and warranty registration for generator systems.
• Low Carbon Solutions (Conscious Care Maintenance Program) Sustainable energy resilience solution delivered through the Conscious Care maintenance program, designed to lower greenhouse gas emissions for KD Series generators.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Wilmott GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Rehlko officially acquired The Wilmott Group in 2025. The integration unlocks new efficiencies in manufacturing, service, and data center expertise. This acquisition strengthens Rehlko's capabilities in manufacturing, service operations, and specialized expertise for data center power solutions.
• Clarke EnergycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClarke Energy is part of the Rehlko organization, serving as a key channel partner for distributing power generation solutions. Part of the company's subsidiary and distribution network structure.
• Kohler Home EnergyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKohler Home Energy is part of the Rehlko organization, operating under the Rehlko umbrella for residential energy solutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Rehlko_Global
• Facebookfacebook.com/KOHLERPowerSystemsEMEA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kohler-sdmo

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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