Primary
Ensure consistent output, reduced waste, and seamless integration with your downstream manufacturing processes—all with our Primary tobacco processing solutions.

Körber is the global market leader in Primary processing technology for use in tobacco production, delivering excellent quality and maximum efficiency.
Benefits
Efficiency & yield
Maximize raw tobacco use and reduce energy costs, with precise moisture control loops and heat recovery systems.
Consistent quality
Ensure stable moisture and consistent cut quality—and minimize variability in the face of raw material fluctuations.
Operational flexibility
Adapt quickly to market changes with fast recipe alterations, shorter production runs, and the ability to incorporate new product formats.
Integrated ecosystem
Our solutions work seamlessly with your existing production systems, including GLT and secondary processing.
Automation
We use the latest technology to automate machines, lines, and primary plants, working with you to develop an automation strategy for your business.
Unparalleled expertise
We have 80 years of experience in the tobacco business and are the number one machine supplier in the industry.
Capabilities
From raw tobacco to full flavor
Reap the benefits of our Primary equipment at every step
Automation
Data-driven process control
Related solutions
Flavoring
Flavors are sprayed evenly onto the cut tobacco to give it its characteristic taste and smell.
Reconstituted tobacco processing
Our pilot plant, which uses the energy-saving TDA process (tobacco dust amalgamation), can develop and produce small batches with different flavors.
