KNORR BREMSE

Founded in 1905, Knorr-Bremse specializes in the development of braking systems and control systems for commercial vehicles and railway rolling stock. The manufacturer supplies pneumatic brake mechanisms, compressors, air dryers, and electronic stability systems. Products are focused on ensuring the safety of heavy-duty vehicles. The company is an independent manufacturer supplying components to the assembly lines of leading global vehicle manufacturers.

Country

Germany

Brand History

1905: Georg Knorr founds the company in Berlin. 1922: development of the first pneumatic braking system for trucks. 1985: entry into the global market for railway control systems. 2002: acquisition of the Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems division in North America.

Key OEM Customers

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

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

The company implements energy recovery technologies in the railway sector and develops systems to reduce fuel consumption in trucks by optimizing brake system performance.

Brand Authentication

The 'Knorr-Bremse TruckServices' system is used with QR codes on packaging for authenticity verification via the official portal. Markings on housings are applied via laser engraving. The batch code consists of 10 characters, including a combination of letters and numbers.

Certificates

IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001