Innovation That Powers Industries

Koch-Glitsch is a global leader in mass transfer and phase separation solutions, leveraging decades of technical expertise and research to develop reliable solutions. As part of Koch Engineered Solutions (KES), we provide a portfolio of proven, performance-driven technologies that improve throughput, reduce energy consumption, and enhance operational reliability across industries.

Our Capabilities

Your Complete Solutions Provider

Our capabilities extend beyond equipment – while we design, manufacture, and implement high-performance equipment that meets our customers’ most demanding process challenges, we do this by providing comprehensive engineering, installation, and service support to ensure seamless integration while working to solve their toughest problems.

By prioritizing collaboration in our processes, we help our partners maximize up-time and performance to ensure their operations are running at peak performance. Whether refining existing processes or delivering dependable solutions with a future focus, Koch-Glitsch creates long-term reliability – and long-term value – for customers. 


Research & Development

Koch-Glitsch has advanced research and development capabilities that form the backbone of our commitment to delivering reliable, advantaged technologies. With more than 13 pilot units dedicated to distillation, absorption, and phase separation – including a state-of-the-art CO2 capture system – we validate designs and optimize systems to meet real-world challenges.

Our commercial-scale testing facilities, analytical laboratories, and cutting-edge tools like computational fluid dynamics (CFD), 3D printing, and flow visualization drive precision and creativity in our product development. These resources enable us to develop high-performance technologies that set new standards in separation and mass transfer.

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Computational Fluid Dynamics

Computational fluid dynamics, or CFD, allows us to create tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of our customers. By simulating real-world operating conditions, our CFD tools provide detailed visualizations of fluid flow dynamics, allowing us to identify inefficiencies, validate designs, and optimize systems before implementation. This data-driven approach creates more energy-efficient, reliable systems while reducing operational costs.

CFD also accelerates innovation through prototyping and solutions refinement to meet the dynamic challenges of modern industries. From addressing flow dynamics to enhancing equipment efficiency, CFD demonstrates our commitment to delivering precision-engineered, high-value technologies that empower our customers to achieve greater efficiency and long-term success.

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OUR HISTORY

A Century in the Making

The Koch-Glitsch story started in 1925, when Fred Koch co-founded Winkler-Koch Engineering, later establishing Koch Engineering in 1945. Over the decades, the company would drive major advancements in mass transfer technology and form key industry partnerships.

Expansion accelerated with the 1997 acquisition of Glitsch International – including Otto York’s mist elimination solutions – doubling the company’s size and global reach. Entering the 21st century, Koch-Glitsch strengthened its capabilities with the acquisition of NorPro (Norton) and its mass transfer business, followed by the 2019 acquisition of Julius Montz GmbH (Montz), a leader in structured packing, trays, and process systems.

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Brands & Certifications

High-Quality Products Ready for Service

Our industry-leading product brands are built on decades of engineering experience and include high-performance distillation trays designed for maximum vapor-liquid contact and reduced entrainment, advanced structured packing optimized for low-pressure drop and high separation efficiency, and mist eliminators and phase separation internals that provide reliable performance in severe service applications.

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Stewardship

Creating a Sustainable Future

As a KES business, Koch-Glitsch is aligned with the same dedication to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and social responsibility. Consistent with this commitment, we focus on enhancing energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and minimizing waste in our operations and through the solutions we deliver. By doing so, we work to help our customers achieve their own environmental goals while making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

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LOCATIONS

Connect with Us in Your Region

With operations in more than 50 countries across five continents, Koch-Glitsch has a global footprint. Our strategically located facilities and offices enable faster project execution and speed of service with responsive technical support, reducing lead times so projects stay on their timelines. This allows us to bring the best resources and expertise to every partnership, wherever our customers may be. 

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Careers

Committed to Developing Your Potential

At Koch-Glitsch, we prioritize the growth of our employees through mentorship and professional development opportunities that allow individuals to achieve their best. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on work-life balance, Koch-Glitsch is dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive.

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