The story of K-Rain Manufacturing began with a real rocket scientist. Founder Carl Kah Jr., a chemical engineer with experience in developing reusable rocket technology at Pratt & Whitney, turned his inventive focus to his own landscape irrigation system. From the lathe in his garage, he designed and machined a revolutionary valve that cycled from zone to zone, eliminating the need for multiple valves and earning his first patent in 1966. By 1970, he invented and patented "Modulated Pressure Control," a device that could control an entire golf course irrigation system without wires or tubes. The sale of that patent provided the capital to formally incorporate K-Rain Manufacturing in 1972.

    The company's growth has been a multi-generational family endeavor. Carl's son, Chip, joined the company in 1986 and led the development and growth of indexing valves for the wastewater disposal industry. Together, Carl and Chip introduced the first of many patented gear drive rotors in 1991. The business expanded into the retail market in 1995, the same year Carl's daughters, Gretchen (leading west coast sales) and Deborah (managing intellectual property and human resources), joined the company. In 2016, with the arrival of Chip’s sons, Christopher and Trevor, K-Rain proudly became a third-generation company.

    For over 50 years, K-Rain has built its success on hard work, teamwork, and a relentless spirit where every detail matters. This journey, from a rocket scientist's garage to a global enterprise, reflects a deep commitment to engineering reliable and eco-conscious irrigation products.

 

Year Founded: 1972

Main Products: Complete Irrigation System

Brand: K-Rain

Country of Origin: USA

Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com/KrainSmartIdeas/

Website: https://www.krain.com/

Address: 1640 Australian Ave, Riviera Beach, FL 33404, United States

Contact No.: +15618441002

Email: customerservice@krain.com