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Who we are

Built on quality. Driven by innovation.

Our story began in 1946 with the simple belief that data should drive progress. 80 years later, this is still our driving force for bringing together engineers, thinkers, and doers across more than 20 countries. Our culture is built on three core values — Inspire, Lead, Deliver. They shape how we work, how we collaborate, and how we continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within smart metering solutions. Our hunger to always search for a better way of doing things has put us at the cutting edge of technological advancement. ​

By working side by side with utilities as well as building performance managers, we anticipate challenges and develop innovative smart metering solutions that evolve with them. From smart meters and communication networks to​ analytics and digital services, every innovation we create serves our purpose: We Make What You Measure Matter​ today and for generations to come. Read more about our purpose here.

Automated Production

Our automated production facilities allow us to offer our customers customized products, competitive pricing and the shortest delivery time on the market.

80 years of Kamstrup

Olaf Kamstrup, the founder

Born in 1919, Olaf Kamstrup was driven by curiosity, ambition and an entrepreneurial spirit. While training as a precision mechanic at Metro A/S, he spent his free time designing and manufacturing specialist tools and machines, laying the foundation for Kamstrup through his dedication to quality and craftsmanship.

From small workshop to growing business

Founded by Olaf Kamstrup on 1 May 1946, Kamstrup Manometer- og Termometerfabrik produced thermometers and pressure gauges from its workshop in Åbyhøj, Aarhus. The company grew steadily and, in 1958, received its first patent for a thermometer that measured the temperature of a diesel engine’s exhaust gas.

The iconic Cheese Dome 

Building on Kamstrup’s first calorimeter from 1958, the “Cheese Dome” was introduced in 1963. Its transparent design allowed users to see the inner mechanism at work. It became a symbol of reliability and Danish engineering skill that helped strengthen Kamstrup’s position in the district heating industry.

Acquisition of Metro

The acquisition of Metro A/S in 1966 marked a milestone for the company. The business where Olaf Kamstrup had trained as a precision mechanic became part of Kamstrup, uniting Danish thermometer and pressure gauge production under one name. 

Olaf Kamstrup, the founder

Born in 1919, Olaf Kamstrup was driven by curiosity, ambition and an entrepreneurial spirit. While training as a precision mechanic at Metro A/S, he spent his free time designing and manufacturing specialist tools and machines, laying the foundation for Kamstrup through his dedication to quality and craftsmanship.

Finances

Kamstrup is a financially healthy company with high credibility. We have a long history of constantly increasing turnover and have been able to grow the business even in times of global crisis. With a solid financial platform to build from, we have a positive financial outlook with our international growth expected to increase in the coming years.