About Us
Kadant Inc. is based in Westford, Massachusetts, with revenues of $366 million in 2007 and 2,000 employees in 16 countries worldwide. Our stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol KAI.
Our Products
Kadant is a leading supplier of technology-based systems for the global pulp and paper industry. Our equipment plays a critical role in nearly every stage of paper making and paper recycling, enhancing process efficiency and product quality for our customers. Primary product lines are:
- Stock-preparation systems for recovering usable fiber from recycled materials and preparing virgin fiber for entry into the paper machine
- Paper machine accessories and related consumables, such as doctor blades, that clean roll surfaces to keep machines running efficiently
- Water-management systems that clean and condition papermaking fabrics, and filter and recycle process water during paper formation
- Fluid-handling systems that transfer fluids, steam, or air between rotating cylinders and fixed piping to improve drying rates
- Fiber-based granules made from papermaking byproducts for agricultural and home lawn and garden applications
Our History
While Kadant is a relatively new name, and became a fully independent public company in 2001, many of our businesses have been serving customers in the pulp and paper industry for more than 100 years. Through a combination of acquisitions and internal development, we continue to strengthen our position as a leading supplier to global processes.