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Quality Craftsmanship

Driving Innovation in the Automotive Parts Industry

Kobelco Aluminum Automotive Products (KAAP) is part of the Kobe Steel Group, which is known internationally by the KOBELCO brand for quality materials and machinery. With its strong global reputation, KAAP leverages cutting-edge technology and innovation to lead in the automotive parts industry. This affiliation not only underpins KAAP’s commitment to excellence but also ensures its continuous growth and presence in the competitive global market.

Kobelco Aluminum Automotive Products employee wearing protective equipment using a circular saw
Established in 2005

Established in 2005

While KAAP's parent company KOBELCO was founded in 1937, Kobe has been apart of the Bowling Green, KY community for almost two decades.

Mission Statement

Mission Statement

Sei shin sei i – this means: Put your heart and soul into your work. We encourage every employee to practice this here so that KAAP can continue to be a successful company.

Emission Reduction

Emission Reduction

Our aluminum forged products reduce automobile weight, lower fuel consumption, and reduce carbon output.

Employee Safety

Employee Safety

We continually review and improve KAAP’s safety goals to strengthen our company’s safety management system.

Notable Awards

Notable Awards

4 Time BG Chamber Business Expansion of the Year

3 Time BG Chamber of Commerce Industry of the Year

2 Time Honda Excellence in Quality Award

2 Time Nissan Quality Award Winner

2 Time Nissan Zero Defect Award Winner

Subaru Excellent Performance Award