EST. 1930
About Kohlbrat & Bunz GMBH
Founded in the Austrian Alps, Kohlbrat & Bunz has spent decades developing rescue, transport, and immobilisation systems trusted by rescue professionals, military units, emergency responders, and medical teams worldwide.
From technical rescue stretchers and vacuum immobilisation systems to thermal rescue protection and patient transport solutions, every product is engineered with durability, reliability, and operational simplicity in mind.
OUR HISTORY
Built on Nearly a Century of Innovation
Family-Owned from the Beginning
Kohlbrat & Bunz was founded as a family-owned company in Austria and continues to operate with the same long-term commitment to quality, engineering, and customer-focused innovation.
Military Rescue Development
The company developed the UT2000 rescue stretcher for the Austrian Army, establishing its reputation for rugged rescue systems designed for difficult terrain and demanding operational conditions.
Advanced Vacuum Technology
Kohlbrat & Bunz expanded into vacuum immobilisation systems, creating advanced mattresses and positioning solutions for civilian, rescue, and military applications.
Global Rescue Solutions
Today, Kohlbrat & Bunz products are used internationally across mountain rescue, tactical rescue, emergency medicine, air rescue, maritime rescue, and technical rescue operations.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Designed Through Real-World Rescue Experience
Kohlbrat & Bunz products are developed through ongoing collaboration with rescue professionals, military personnel, medical teams, and technical operators working in high-risk environments.
Our rescue systems are designed for applications including:
QUALITY & TRUST
Built to Meet Professional Rescue Standards
Handcrafted Quality Control
Each product is individually handcrafted and inspected by trained professionals before release.
Third-Party Testing
Products undergo third-party testing and certification processes to support reliability in field operations.
Medical Device Compliance
Multiple rescue products are classified as Medical Device Class 1 systems and are developed in accordance with applicable rescue and transport standards.
Military & Rescue Applications
Equipment is designed for use in civilian rescue, military rescue, SAR, USAR, maritime rescue, and technical extraction operations.
Certifications
INSIDE KOHLBRAT & BUNZ
Made in the Austrian Alps
Our Core Values are:
- Best Quality: in everything we do, from production to communication.
- Proactive: we are always one step ahead and act responsively.
- User-centric: we develop solutions based on real consumer needs – that is how we stay relevant over time.
- Personal: professional but always with a human touch.
CONTACT US
Trusted Rescue Equipment for Critical Operations
Kohlbrat & Bunz continues to develop rescue and medical transport systems engineered for reliability, operational efficiency, and long-term performance in demanding environments worldwide.
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