Kohler Energy Rebrands as Rehlko, Unveils First New Engine
The Command PRO 888 is the first engine introduced under the Rehlko brand following the company’s rebranding from Kohler Energy.
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On September 17, Kohler Energy announced its transformation into Rehlko, marking a new era of innovation. The transition follows the completion of a transaction in May 2024, when Platinum Equity acquired Kohler Energy as a stand-alone business. Platinum Equity now holds majority ownership of Rehlko, with Kohler Company remains an investment partner.
Rehlko will continue operating as an independent enterprise Headquartered in Wisconsin, Rehlko will maintain operations in more than 100 locations across the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
“We are embracing our future as an independent company with the new Rehlko brand and celebrating our legacy and our commitment for tackling the most complex energy challenges, and the values that guide everything we do and stand for,” said Brian Melka, Rehlko chief executive officer. “Our company’s new name is derived from the six letters of Kohler and reflects the reliability, resolve, reinvention, and resilience that have been – and will remain – the hallmarks of this organization in addressing the ever-evolving distributed energy needs of the marketplace.”
With the launch of the Command PRO 888, Rehlko reaffirms its position in the turf engine market. Available in two distinct versions, the CV829 and CV832, the Command PRO 888 is purpose-built to meet the demands of commercial users. With a focus on maximizing uptime and reducing maintenance costs, the engine delivers the highest net power in its class while requiring less installation space.
The Command PRO 888 sets a new benchmark for power and torque in the 800-cc category, surpassing competitors of similar size with its power density and efficiency. This is achieved by delivering up to 32 net horsepower and 53 ft-lbs. of torque. The engine also features a new mechanical governor system that makes it the ideal solution for applications requiring instantaneous power and reliability.
Also, the Command PRO 888 engine has been engineered to power a broad range of commercial ride on and stand-on mowers. Its compact size and drop-in replacement capability make it easy for OEMs to integrate the engine into existing designs or new installations.
In addition, the engine’s extended maintenance intervals significantly reduce downtime, resulting in maximum productivity and profitability.
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