Kobelco Compressors India Pvt. Ltd.

What Kobelco Compressors India Pvt. Ltd. does

Kobelco Compressors India Pvt. Ltd. is the Indian operating subsidiary of Japan-based Kobelco Compressors Corporation, itself a wholly-owned subsidiary within the Kobe Steel, Ltd. group and now operating as a standalone standard compressor manufacturer following a July 2021 corporate restructuring. The parent traces its origins to Japan's first reciprocating compressor in 1915 and now operates a global network of wholly-owned subsidiaries across nine countries (Japan, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, India, Cambodia), with India entered in 2015.

The company manufactures and sells industrial screw compressors, refrigeration compressors, and industrial heat pumps. Core product families include the oil-injected KOBELION series (VS, SG, AG variants, plus large-size oil-cooled models), the oil-free Emeraude series (ALE IV, FE, ES), refrigeration compressor lines iZα², SHα, and iZN, and HEM-series heat pumps. Proprietary technology centers on inverter-driven screw compression, integral two-stage inverter drives, oil-cooled motor design, and natural-refrigerant ammonia systems, with patented accelerating motor speed technology enabling up to 40% additional cooling capacity at low evaporating temperatures. Accessories include filters, group controllers, rotary drum desiccant dryers, and heat recovery systems, complemented by a Kobelink IoT cloud service for remote monitoring.

Revenue is generated through a B2B enterprise sales model combining direct field sales from regional offices and a distributor/dealer channel, selling capital equipment with a long asset lifecycle, supplemented by aftermarket parts, service, and energy audit / customization solutions. Customers span manufacturing (automotive parts, textile, beverage, electronics, food and beverage, chemical), process industries requiring precise thermal control, and sustainability-focused firms pursuing decarbonization. Pricing is consultative and not publicly disclosed. The Indian entity functions as a regional sales and service arm supporting this group-level go-to-market in the South Asian market.

Name

Kobelco Compressors India Pvt. Ltd.

Legal name

Kobelco Compressors Corporation

Website

https://kobelco-compressors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kobelco Compressors India Pvt. Ltd. is the Indian regional sales and service subsidiary of Japan-based Kobelco Compressors Corporation (Kobe Steel group), selling industrial screw compressors (KOBELION, Emeraude), refrigeration compressors, and heat pumps to manufacturing, process, and decarbonization-focused industrial customers across Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Compressors

NAICS

Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Air & Gas Compressors (General Purpose) (IMAHANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compressors, Refrigeration Components & Condensing Units (IMADANAG), Process Gas & High-Pressure Compressors (IMAHANAF), Controls, Monitoring & Condition Management (for Pumps/Compressors) (IMAHANAI), Aftermarket Parts, Service & Remanufacturing (Pumps/Compressors) (IMAHANAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial compressors
• Oil-free compressors
• Refrigeration compressors
• Heat pump systems
• Screw compressor technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokio

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Compressor Sales: KOBELCO generates revenue primarily through the sale of industrial compressors including oil-injected screw compressors (KOBELION series), oil-free compressors (Emeraude series), and refrigeration compressors. These are capital equipment purchases typically involving direct sales engagement and project-based procurement cycles.
2. Heat Pump and Thermal System Sales: Revenue from industrial heat pump systems (HEM series, KHT, etc.) for heating, cooling, and heat recovery applications in manufacturing and commercial facilities.
3. Energy Audit and Consulting Services: KOBELCO provides energy audit services examining compressor energy consumption environments and proposing optimization methods. Since 1996, the company has proposed CO2 reductions totaling 489,631 tonnes (as of March 2024). Proposed electricity consumption reductions totaled approximately 0.96 billion kWh.
4. Aftermarket Services and Parts: Service and support operations providing maintenance, parts, and technical support to ensure reliable ongoing operation of installed compressor and heat pump equipment. Supported by the company's network across Japan and nine countries.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Kobelco Compressors India manufactures and sells industrial screw compressors (oil-injected KOBELION series and oil-free Emeraude series), refrigeration compressors (iZαIII, SHα, iZN series), and industrial heat pump systems for manufacturing and process industries. The company provides energy audit services and aftermarket support through its regional sales and service operations in India, part of a 9-country global network.

Product overview

KOBELCO COMPRESSORS is a comprehensive compressed air and thermal technology solution provider offering a broad portfolio of products organized into three main categories: Oil Injected Screw Compressors (KOBELION VS, SG, AG series), Oil-Free Screw Compressors (Emeraude ALE IV, FE, ES series), and Refrigeration Compressors (iZαⅡ, SHα, iZN series). The KOBELION series represents their flagship oil-injected line with direct gear drive technology and IE3 premium efficiency motors. The Emeraude series delivers oil-free compression with best-in-class specific power consumption. Their refrigeration compressors include both inverter drive (iZαⅡ, iZN) and fixed speed (SHα) models using R404A, R134a, and natural ammonia refrigerants. Supporting accessories include filters, controllers, dryers, and heat recovery systems. The company also offers energy audit and customization solutions as part of their service portfolio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KOBELION: Oil-injected screw compressor product line including VS series, SG series, AG series, and large size models.
• Emeraude
• iZαⅡ Series
• SHα Series
• iZN Series
• HEM Series
• Kobelink

Products and services

• KOBELION VS Series Oil-injected screw compressor with IE3 premium efficiency motor standard, designed to minimize all types of losses and achieve best rated performance as base load machine for industrial compressed air applications.
• KOBELION SG Series Oil-injected screw compressor series for industrial compressed air applications.
• KOBELION AG Series New Generation Air-end, Direct Gear Drive compressor with IE3 premium efficiency motor standard to minimize losses for industrial applications.
• KOBELION VS/AG Series (Large Size) Large-size oil-injected screw compressor with extreme durability and reliability for large-scale industrial applications.
• KOBELION VS/AG+ Series (Large Size Oil-Cooled) Large size oil-cooled screw compressor for demanding industrial environments with high ambient temperatures.
• Emeraude ALE IV (55-120kW) Oil-free compressor in the mid-power range (55-120kW) from KOBELCO's flagship Emeraude line for industrial applications requiring oil-free air.
• Emeraude ALE IV (132-400kW) KOBELCO's flagship oil-free compressor achieving best-in-class specific power consumption and utmost durability through state-of-the-art air-ends and optimized package design for critical industrial applications.
• Emeraude FE Oil-free compressor series from the Emeraude brand for industrial oil-free compressed air applications.
• Emeraude ES Oil-free compressor series from the Emeraude brand for industrial oil-free compressed air applications.
• iZαIII Series World's first Integral Two Stage Inverter Drive Freon Screw Compressor condensing units using R404A refrigerant with non-ozone-depleting technology for industrial refrigeration applications.
• SHα Series Fixed speed drive screw refrigeration compressor with quiet operation, high performance with original profile super rotors, and reliable continuous operation (24,000 hours) for industrial refrigeration.
• iZN Series World's first inverter screw compressor using natural refrigerant NH3 (ammonia), offering excellent COP and eco-friendly operation with energy savings through inverter control technology for industrial refrigeration.
• KOBELCO Filters Diverse selection of filtration solutions to meet different grades of compressed air requirements for industrial compressed air systems.
• Group Controller Model EM Group controller enabling efficient utilization of multiple compressors and accessories with energy saving capabilities for industrial compressed air systems.
• ED Series Rotary Drum Desiccant Dryer Desiccant type compressed air dryer achieving low dew point without consuming power or compressed air for regeneration of desiccant, for industrial compressed air systems.
• Heat Recovery System System to recover and reuse waste heat from compressor operations for energy efficiency in industrial applications.
• Energy Audit Service Energy audit service examining compressor energy consumption environments and proposing optimization methods. Since 1996, has proposed CO2 reductions totaling 489,631 tonnes (as of March 2024) and electricity consumption reductions of approximately 0.96 billion kWh.

Quantifiable outcome

• KOBELION compressors operating at full load with intake temperature of 52.2°C for 8+ years with zero issues (Kansal Industries case study)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Miura Industries Co., Ltd.minorOthers · 17 December 2021In December 2021, Miura Industries Co., Ltd. acquired shares in Kobelco Compressors Corporation through a joint venture arrangement with Kobe Steel, Ltd., establishing a capital and business alliance. Miura, a manufacturer of boilers and other equipment, became a shareholder as part of a strategic partnership arrangement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Atlas Copco: Global industrial compressor and vacuum solutions leader. Directly comparable to KOBELCO across oil-injected and oil-free screw compressors, with broader product portfolio, larger geographic reach, and stronger service network across Europe and the Americas.
• Ingersoll Rand: Major compressor manufacturer (including legacy Gardner Denver brands) serving oil-injected, oil-free, and centrifugal compressor markets globally. Comparable in product breadth and industrial customer base, with broader geographic coverage than KOBELCO.
• Copeland (Emerson): Global leader in compression technologies for refrigeration and HVAC, recently spun from Emerson. Direct overlap with KOBELCO's iZα², SHα, and iZN refrigeration compressor product lines, with broader global reach and stronger presence in commercial/retail refrigeration.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Compressor Division): Large Japanese conglomerate with a centrifugal and screw compressor business serving industrial, oil & gas, and HVAC markets. Comparable in parent-company conglomerate structure and refrigeration/compressor product breadth, with significantly larger scale.

Direct peers

• Elgi Equipments: India-based manufacturer of oil-injected and oil-free screw compressors serving automotive, manufacturing, and process industries. Directly competes with KOBELCO in the Indian market — the very geography where KOBELCO has built heat-resistant credibility since 2015.
• Bitzer: German manufacturer of refrigeration compressors including screw and reciprocating types. Direct competitor to KOBELCO's refrigeration compressor lines (iZα², SHα, iZN), with strong positions in natural refrigerant (NH3, CO2) technology aligned with F-Gas transition.
• Sullair (Hitachi): Manufacturer of oil-injected and oil-free screw compressors, now part of Hitachi. Direct competitor to KOBELCO's KOBELION and Emeraude lines, serving overlapping industrial customers in manufacturing and process industries with similar product positioning.
• Mayekawa (MYCOM): Japanese manufacturer of industrial refrigeration compressors, including ammonia screw compressors. Direct competitor to KOBELCO's iZN ammonia inverter screw compressor and broader refrigeration compressor portfolio, with strong global presence in cold storage and food processing.
• Kaeser Kompressoren: German family-owned manufacturer of screw compressors, blowers, and compressed air systems. Closely comparable to KOBELCO as a privately held, engineering-focused compressor specialist with strong energy-efficiency product positioning.

Emerging players

• Bauer Kompressoren: Manufacturer of high-pressure and oil-free compressors for industrial and specialty gas applications. Comparable niche positioning to KOBELCO's high-pressure and process gas compressor segments, with European market focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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