News


Kristian Rademacher-Dubbick 1921-2014

July 2014 News

RIP Kristian Rademacher-Dubbick.
RIP Kristian Rademacher-Dubbick.

Kristian Rademacher-Dubbick, former managing director and owner of Krohne, passed away peacefully at his home in Duisburg on April 7, 2014 at the age of 92 years.

Kristian was the grandson of founder Ludwig Krohne. In 1949 at the age of 28, he was approached to take over the management of Krohne by his grandmother Anna, who was running the company after Ludwig and their son Karl had died.

Being a passionate painter and artist, Kristian struggled to take over the post of running the measuring instruments company at first, but decided to accept the challenge. He soon realised that the company had to grow if it wanted to survive the ups and downs of the economy in the post-war years. He also saw that a measuring instruments company had to have a solid technical basis and decided to employ a physicist.

Kristian developed four pillars that determined Krohne’s course into the ranks of the leading measuring instrument suppliers:

* Preservation of its independence.

* Continual growth of its measurement programme.

* Loyalty to its customers.

* Extension of its activities beyond Germany’s borders. The company was one of the first measuring instrument suppliers to have a presence on all continents. It was also his achievement that Krohne was the second German company after Volkswagen to establish a joint venture in Shanghai in 1986.

Besides his achievements in the expansion of trade relations, the influence Kristian had on the development of the company’s products was also immense. Although he never had any technical education, it was Kristian who insisted on developing a ceramic measuring tube for electromagnetic flowmeters as well as straight tube Coriolis mass flowmeters, even though the industry thought that it would be technically impossible. To convince his employees, he tested prototypes of ceramic measuring tubes in his kitchen at home: he threw the frozen tubes into boiling water to test their ability to withstand temperature shocks as they appear in steam-cleaning applications in the food and beverage industry.

After he handed over management responsibilities in 1979, he could still be seen regularly in many Krohne facilities and he gladly followed the outstanding development of his company in the recent years. Kristian was known for asking every employee he met on the floor how his/her family and children were. He also attended the Krohne Christmas party in Duisburg every year.

Although Kristian stopped working as a painter and artist on entering the company, he remained an admirer and supporter of art throughout his life. Besides collecting art, he maintained long-term friendships with many artists and followed their work and development.

Despite the fast progress the company made since he took over responsibility, Kristian always liked the image of Krohne as a family with the employees as its members. He had five children himself and was a proud grandfather of 12 grandchildren and a great grandfather of one boy.

Kristian will be missed greatly by all members of his personal family and the entire Krohne family.

For more information on Krohne SA http://www.instrumentation.co.za/48911n



Credit(s)



Share this article:
Share via emailShare via LinkedInPrint this page

Further reading:

Meeting the Western Cape’s occupational health and safety needs
News
“A-OSH EXPO Cape Town is a dedicated platform where visitors can explore the latest products, services and training to safeguard their teams, improve workplace conditions, and ensure compliance with evolving legislation.

Read more...
SKF crowned champions in Sishen service provider competition
SKF South Africa News
SKF wins Sishen service provider competition.

Read more...
Bühler hosts Student Career Expo
News
Bühler Southern Africa recently hosted its fourth annual Student Career Expo, reaffirming its commitment to inspiring and guiding the next generation towards diverse and rewarding career possibilities.

Read more...
Navigating global uncertainty through human-centred risk management
News
Global uncertainties are no longer exceptional events, they are the environment in which we work. This reality places new demands on how we manage risk.

Read more...
Africa Automation Indaba 2026: Catalysing a connected, competitive industrial future
News
Africa’s automation and process control landscape is poised for a major milestone with the launch of the Africa Automation Indaba, taking place from 13 to 14 May 2026 at the Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront, Cape Town.

Read more...
The unseen crisis in our taps
News
South Africa’s water crisis is no longer looming. It is already here. To move forward, water treatment must become part of a broader infrastructure renewal agenda. This includes decentralised solutions, private-sector innovation and long-term investment.

Read more...
German experts for bulk solids measurement technology join forces
Mecosa News
MÜTEC Instruments in Germany has acquired DYNA Instruments. the German manufacturer of inline moisture and mass flow measurement systems.

Read more...
Specialised Exhibitions transitions to new name: Montgomery Group Africa
News
As part of a strategic move to streamline operations, strengthen regional alignment and support long-term growth, Specialised Exhibitions has transitioned to a new name: Montgomery Group Africa.

Read more...
RS South Africa and Qhubeka empower learners through the gift of mobility
RS South Africa News
RS South Africa, in partnership with Qhubeka Charity, is continuing to make a tangible difference in the lives of South African learners through its bicycle donation initiative.

Read more...
A technical partnership that lasts
Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists News
Ian Loudon, international sales and marketing at remote monitoring specialist, Omniflex reflects on the longevity of the partnership with Sasol, the key technology milestones along the way, and the most recent project in South Africa.

Read more...









While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.




© Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd | All Rights Reserved