KSB vs Velan
How KSB and Velan compare on origin, specialisation and valve range — and the Vajra alternative to both, supplied to the same standards with full certification.
KSB vs Velan: what is the difference?
KSB (Germany) is known for Gate, globe, butterfly, and check valves - power, water, industrial process. Velan (Canada (Montreal), est. 1950) is known for High-quality forged gate, globe, check valves - nuclear, power, oil & gas. They overlap most in gate valves, globe valves, check valves. Below is the side-by-side, then the Vajra equivalent — a peer manufacturer supplying the same standards.
| KSB | Velan | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Germany | Canada (Montreal) |
| Founded | — | 1950 |
| Known for | Gate, globe, butterfly, and check valves - power, water, industrial process | High-quality forged gate, globe, check valves - nuclear, power, oil & gas |
| Valve range | 4 categories | 4 categories |
Where KSB and Velan compete
The Vajra alternative to both
Vajra Industrial Solutions is a peer valve manufacturer supplying API 6D / ASME B16.34 certified valves equivalent to both KSB and Velan — under one PO, with full documentation.
- PN 10 / PN 16 butterfly and gate valves stocked for same-week dispatch
- ASME B16.34 equivalent pressure ratings
- EN 1092 flanged variants available for European-origin plant
- Full 3.2 test certificates available for power sector procurement
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