Krups, the world leader in espresso machines and kitchen small appliances, is a Group e SEB brand. Krups created “Machines” products for connaisseurs, the expression of performance, precision and quality. Quasi-professional home appliances, with specialised functions and the highest possible levels of performance. Krups brand posesses a historic know-how and innovative strategy, this being thanks to innovations introduced by its in-house teams at the forefront of the latest advanced techniques. All Research & Development phases, as also meticulous tests on performance, resistance, standards and use are conducted in France, and more especially at the Caen Technical Center. Present in more than 120 countries, Groupe SEB is a leading manufacturer of small domestic equipment. At the end of year 2001, the partial takeover of Moulinex allows Groupe SEB to reinforce its positions and to suit even much better the needs of consumers thanks to the offer of worldwide brands Moulinex and Krups.