KNORR

Founded in 1905, Knorr-Bremse specializes in the development of braking and control systems for commercial vehicles and railway rolling stock. Key product groups include pneumatic braking systems, compressors, air dryers, and electronic stability control systems. The brand is a primary supplier for truck and bus manufacturers. Production facilities focus on ensuring the functionality of braking mechanisms under demanding operational conditions. The company operates as an independent public limited company.

Country

Germany

Brand History

1905: Georg Knorr founds the company in Berlin to manufacture railway braking systems. 1922: Development of pneumatic brakes for automotive transport begins. 1985: Acquisition of Bendix expands market presence in North America. 2002: Introduction of Electronic Braking Systems (EBS) for commercial vehicles. 2018: Company goes public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

Key OEM Customers

Mercedes-Benz Trucks, MAN, Volvo Trucks, Scania, DAF, Iveco

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

The company implements energy recovery technologies in the railway sector and optimizes the weight of braking components to reduce fuel consumption for commercial vehicles.

Brand Authentication

The 'Knorr-Bremse TruckServices' system uses QR codes on packaging for authenticity verification via the official portal. Markings on housings are applied via laser engraving, creating a permanent mark in the material structure. The batch code consists of 10 characters, where the first two digits indicate the year of production.

Certificates

ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, IRIS (International Railway Industry Standard).