We invite you to visit our booth at INTERPHEX WEEK Tokyo, which will be held from May 20 to 22, 2026, and see our pumps in person. KNF Japan is pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at INTERPHEX WEEK Tokyo, held at Makuhari Messe from May 20 to 22. We sincerely look forward to your visit!

The KNF Group is celebrating a milestone anniversary while reflecting on its growth and looking towards the future. KNF takes pride in reaching its 80th anniversary on April 1st. Since its founding in 1946 as a motor workshop, KNF has developed into a globally recognized diaphragm pump manufacturer with 24 locations and over 900 employees. Each location is celebrating this milestone anniversary in its own way while moving forward towards a bright future.

KNF has launched a new generation of diaphragm pumps, further pushing the limits of pump technology. In this interview, we will provide detailed insights into the background of this development. The arrival of KNF's new generation of intelligent pumps signifies an important advancement in the history of diaphragm pump technology. In this interview, Chief Technology Officer Christian Kissling and Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Reto Furrer will explain the technical factors behind this innovative technology and the market needs that prompted its development.

Commitment to Sustainability As a family-owned business, we are committed to creating a better world for future generations. This commitment serves as a guideline for our efforts to improve the sustainability of our business activities. The principles and code of conduct of KNF, passed down over many years, ensure that all employees respect human rights and protect the environment. The decentralized organization of the KNF Group supports each location in leading sustainability initiatives suited to their communities. We also promote global initiatives aligned with our comprehensive sustainability strategy, fostering sustainable growth throughout the organization.

Martin Becker, who has been with KNF for over 40 years and has achieved success as CEO for 26 of those years, has passed the CEO position to Alexander Heitzler, who has been with KNF since 2009 and has served as COO since 2021. Martin Becker will now focus on his role as Chairman of the Board. This decision marks his complete withdrawal from operational duties and brings an end to a carefully planned transition period. This change in management reflects KNF's long-term stability and its identity as a family-owned business.

The KNF diaphragm pump, known for its accurate and versatile transfer of liquids and gases, enhances manufacturers' competitiveness by optimizing applications.

The largest international exhibition in Japan gathering technologies and information related to pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and regenerative medicine. INTERPHEX Week Osaka consists of four exhibitions. Among them, the Pharma Lab EXPO is an exhibition where products and services necessary for pharmaceutical research and development, such as research and analysis equipment, facilities and supplies, materials, contract services, and IT solutions, are showcased from both domestic and international exhibitors. Researchers, developers, quality control, and purchasing departments from pharmaceutical manufacturers attend and engage in active business discussions with exhibiting companies. KNF Japan will showcase actual vacuum pumps and liquid pumps. Please feel free to consult us about anything related to pumps. By registering in advance from here, you can participate in the exhibition for free. We encourage you to register in advance.

KNF will exhibit at drupa 2024, the leading global printing and media industry event, held for the first time in 8 years. From May 28 to June 7, the world's leading printing technology trade fair "drupa" will take place in Düsseldorf, Germany, gathering the international printing industry. This exhibition promises inspiration, innovation, the transmission of high-quality knowledge, and focused networking. KNF will showcase the latest diaphragm pump technology for demanding inkjet applications in Hall 4 / C23.