Marking Tapflo's 45th anniversary, founder and owner Börje Johansson tells World Pumps about the key to the Swedish company’s success. How does a simple idea become a global success? Passion, perseverance, and the courage to innovate.
Tapflo is celebrating 45 years in business. How did the journey begin?
BJ: My passion for technical challenges started early. As a young boy, I spent countless hours in my father’s garage, repairing his SAAB car, disassembling engines, and learning how it all fitted together. When I got older and started working in the pump industry, I quickly realized there was a demand for industrial pumps, especially high-quality diaphragm pumps for chemicals. When I couldn’t find one that met my standards, the idea of developing one myself started to form. After the working day was over, I took evening courses in CAD, and made the first prototypes of a plastic diaphragm pump. Today, we have evolved from a small company into an international group. Our production, equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensures full control over the entire process from start to finish, and I’m very proud to see the continuous development.
How is Tapflo expanding its portfolio?
BJ: Tapflo’s portfolio has expanded significantly over the years. Today, our range includes much more than diaphragm pumps. We have added centrifugal pumps, a perfect complement to our existing products, as well as peristaltic pumps. We are always looking ahead to meet our customers’ needs. For example, in 2019, we introduced electric motor-driven diaphragm pumps due to growing demand. Each year, we offer dozens of variations and solutions tailored to specific requirements.
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