Kadant Inc. is based in Westford, Massachusetts, with revenues of $366 million in 2007 and 2,000 employees in 16 countries worldwide. Our stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol KAI. Our Products Kada......Kadant Inc. is based in Westford, Massachusetts, with revenues of $366 million in 2007 and 2,000 employees in 16 countries worldwide. Our stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol KAI. Our Products Kadant is a leading supplier of technology-based systems for the global pulp and paper industry. Our equipment plays a critical role in nearly every stage of paper making and paper recycling, enhancing process efficiency and product quality for our customers. Primary product lines are: Stock-preparation systems for recovering usable fiber from recycled materials and preparing virgin fiber for entry into the paper machine Paper machine accessories and related consumables, such as doctor blades, that clean roll surfaces to keep machines running efficiently Water-management systems that clean and condition papermaking fabrics, and filter and recycle process water during paper formation Fluid-handling systems that transfer fluids, steam, or air between rotating cylinders and fixed piping to improve drying rates Fiber-based granules made from papermaking byproducts for agricultural and home lawn and garden applications Our History While Kadant is a relatively new name, and became a fully independent public company in 2001, many of our businesses have been serving customers in the pulp and paper industry for more than 100 years. Through a combination of acquisitions and internal development, we continue to strengthen our position as a leading supplier to global processes.