life for quality - AL-KO

GOALS
VALUES
ACHIEVEMENTS
life for quality
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Employees are capable
of anything
when you provide them
with training or tools,
but particularly
if you believe in them.
Hans-Olaf Henkel (*1940),
German top manager, 1985 – 1993 Head of IBM in Germany,
1993 – 1994 Head of IBM in Europe, 1995 – 2000 President
of the Association of German Industry (BDI)
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Strong together
Perform well, act professionally, be successful: the success of our company
relies on every one of our employees playing their part. The desire to work
together responsibly to achieve greatness is the foundation for the innovative
technical solutions and excellent quality which keep us ahead of the competition.
Quality for life
Our global success and stable position as a market leader is based on
our willingness and ability to adapt to changes in customer and market
demands. Energy, creativity and ideas are vital if we want to launch new
developments, start up innovative products and cement our advantages
over our competitors. For us, Quality for Life means that we offer
high-quality products and services in all our business areas which mean
comfort, safety and joy for our customers – throughout their whole lives.
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Milestones in the AL-KO success story
Convincing facts, impressive figures
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Successful together
Divisions of the AL-KO KOBER GROUP
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Milestones of the AL-KO success story
AL-KO KOBER
Southam, England
Louhans, France
Vintl, Italy
Spreitenbach, Switzerland
Foundation of Alois
Kober GmbH Kötz,
Germany
1931
AL-KO KOBER,
Hisings-Kärra,
Sweden
1982
1970
AL-KO KOBER,
Elkhart, USA
AL-KO Geräte Kötz,
Germany
1958
1986
1975
ALKO KOBER
Zell Austria
AL-KO Espana Utebo,
Spain
Alois KOBER Plastics
Technology, Ichenhausen, ALKO KOBER AG
Kötz, Hengelo, Holland AL-KO Record
Alsónemedi, Hungary Abadiano, Spain
1976
1961
Orion, AL-KO Spreitenbach, Switzerland
AL-KO KOBER
Obdach, Austria
1987
1977
1965
1953
1961
1967
1976
1980
Overrun
brakes
Single
axle trailer
Over-run
brake
program
Rubber
suspension
axles
Lawn
tractors
Garden
shredder
1960
1988
1975
1966
First lawnmowers
produced
AKS stabilizer
systems
1985
First jockey wheels
produced
1952
AL-KO
Int. Dandenong,
Australia
1983
AL-KO Therm,
Jettingen-Scheppach
Entry into extract
technology.
Development of
mobile raw air dust
extraction and
stationary units
1989
1989
Receipt of the Award
for Innovative Performance for the first
freely programmable
dust extraction unit
in the world.
Modern AMC chassis
introduced to market
Production begins
on handbrake levers
Das richtige Einschätzen der Marktsituation, ein passendes Maß an unternehmerischer Risikobereitschaft und geschäftlichem Weitblick waren zu allen
Zeiten die Basis für den Erfolg unseres Unternehmens. Fachliche Kompetenz
und engagiertes Handeln führten bei AL-KO zu immer neuen Meilensteinen
des
Erfolgs – eines Erfolgs,
der über Generationen
weitergeführt wird.
The Kober family in
Herbert, Kurt und Willy Kober
Herbert, Kurt und Willy Kober
the late 40’s.
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in the late 70’s
in the late 90’s
AL-KO Air
Technology
Taicang, China
AL-KO Therm
Wittenberg,
Germany
1996
1990
2003
AeroTech Export
Frankfurt,
Germany
1991
1994
AeroTech
air conditioning,
Baoji China
ALKO KOBER
Przezmierow,
Poland
SAF-AL-KO Jinan
China
AL-KO KOBER
Slovakia Bernolakovo,
Slovakia
1997
1999
AL-KO
Trailco
Vereening,
South
Africa
AL-KO Automotive
Elkhart, USA
Secmai Strasbourg, France
Riga, Latvia
AL-KO KOBER Kiev,
Ukraine
AL-KO celebrates its
75th anniversary
2004
2006
AL-KO Shock
absorber technology Hartha
Condural Polinya,
Spain
ALKO KOBER Pisek,
Czech Republic
AL-KO Hayes Axles
Seminole USA,
AL-KO Ginge Bronderslev, Denmark,
Brivio, Italy
AL-KO Kober
Moscow, Russia
St. Petersburg,
Russia
SAF AL-KO Vehicle
Technology Yantai,
China
AL-KO RTN-Goett
Noyant France
AL-KO takes over
RBW Industries
Inc. in Chino,
California
1992
1995
1998
2005
2008
1995
1998
2002
2006
Ride-on
Obdach
Market launch of ship
climatisation units
Independent
pump production
Rubber
suspension axle
3500 kg
1997
1993
Revision of the series
AT3/AT5:
kitchen exhauster AT3
garage exhauster AT5
Lawn tractors
Powerline
Highwheeler
goes into
production
2007
1999
New Silverline
lawnmowers go
into production
2006
EuroventCertification
The Board of Directors:
Roland, Harald, Raymond and Stefan Kober
2008
ATC AL-KO Trailer
Control series
launched
The Kober family
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Convincing facts, impressive figures
800
5000
700
4000
500
3.832
3.902
4.038
3.981
4.200
2000
400
300
555
562
625
662
8%
Rest of the
World
706
50 %
Western Europe
200
1000
10
12 %
North
America
600
3000
0
in Mio. €
30 %
Germany
100
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
0
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
Secure jobs
Increasing sales
Worldwide turnover
A growing workforce, long
company loyalty periods and
low fluctuation rates show
identification with the company.
Work on success everyday:
new ideas and new products
open up new markets and
increase sales.
In addition to the secure sales
source of Europe, sales proportions are improving across
the globe.
Intelligent concepts and excellent technological
achievements give us an advantage over the
competition and continuously increase revenue
across all of our business areas. As a global
company with production facilities and branches
across the planet, AL-KO is a leading international
provider. Our innovative technology is based on
trend-setting ideas and trail-blazing developments
which impress our customers and partners all
over the world.
More than 700 patents speak for themselves.
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Successful together
In order to remain successful, we make sure that
our employees are well qualified and always ready
to get involved.
Our positive atmosphere, open and friendly business culture and our training and development
courses allow us to foster know-how, dedication
and a sense of responsibility in our employees.
Our renowned training programme helps each
employee achieve their goals today so that the
company can fulfill its goals for the future.
Regina Steck, Human Resources Department
We take care of the recruitment, deployment and the organization of our
skilled staff. Efficient corporate communications combined with dedicated
staff support help us to enhance our employees‘ satisfaction.
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Set for the future
One step ahead
Optimally equipped for new responsibilities: further training with
AL-KO CAMPUS and Junior CAMPUS is an important stepping stone
for professional and career development.
Enthusiasm and performance are
the foundation for every victory.
AL-KO‘s success is down to its
capable and qualified workforce!
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Partners active across the world
Other locations: al-ko.com
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Distinguished
We aim for perfection
Global network
Prizes and awards for AL-KO
innovations and developments
lead to recognition and
motivation.
Quality is a way of mind
which helps AL-KO on its path
to errorless production.
The global AL-KO network
provides direct contact
to customers and suppliers
throughout the world.
Successful partnerships have to be maintained,
lived and created each and every day. We require
long-term contacts in order to put our products and
services in the international market. We combine
our strengths and utilise synergy effects with our
world-wide branch network, which gives us an
ongoing local presence. It provides customers
and suppliers with direct contacts, reliable AL-KO
quality and comprehensive competent service!
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Trailer components
AL-KO‘s functional and reliable trailer components
deliver optimal driving safety and excellent driving
comfort. High-quality overruns and axle systems,
as well as intelligent chassis concepts and innovative accessories are some of the highlights of
the catalogue. Our product solutions for caravans
and trailers meet customer’s needs and guarantee a
controlled drive and the safe transport of any load,
even in difficult circumstances.
Erhard Gerstberger, Product Manager Trailer Components
You learn to think in an integrated way when you deal with alterations and
innovations all the time. The team and every individual‘s ability to work in
a team is an important key to our success.
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ATC Trailer-Control
The anti-skid system for
caravans and trailers.
Lightweight chassis
construction
The system‘s light chassis
construction for increased load
and optimised driving comfort.
Height-adjustable overrun
device Plus
For more flexibility – even in
the toughest conditions.
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AMC Chassis
Air Premium fully pneumatic
suspension
For the best driving comfort
possible.
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amc Chassis
AMC load carrier
An innovative plan for
improved safety and driving
dynamics.
Intelligent component
solutions for secure transport.
A ground-breaking construction principle is taking
the world by storm: the amc chassis for motor
homes and commercial vehicles. The light, lowframe
chassis with a special wide gauge undercarriage delivers the new construction principle, delivering excellent driving dynamics and driving comfort. All with
a much heavier load! New exhaust regulations and a
weight limit of 3500 kg mean that the weight of mobile
homes needs to be optimised. AL-KO uses innovations,
new materials and an optimised design to provide the
AMC CHASSIS with a much higher load capacity.
Helmut Lehner, Manager of Research and Development Vehicle Retrofitting
The AMC chassis is a really thrilling product. Our enthusiastic team and our
personal contacts make for an excellent and productive working environment.
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Garden+Hobby
Our innovative gardening equipment and hobby
technology live up to even the most demanding
expectations in terms of long-life material quality
and attractive appearance. AL-KO ensures the
fantastic quality of its products with strict quality
control at every stage, from prototype development
through to production, certification and electrical
testing. Awards for technology, design and quality
are another testament to the quality of AL-KO’s
products.
Anja Weidert, Product Manager Garden+Hobby
We have quite a varied remit and interact with several other departments.
Working together with our colleagues gives rise to innovative products.
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POWERLINE
Lawn technology
Water technology
High quality and full
power for all lawn and
gardening technology
products.
Mowing and maintaining the lawn with
absolute perfection
and ease of use.
Sophisticated unit
construction for
convincing results.
Garden and hobby
technology
Intelligent solutions for
irrigation and drainage
in the house or garden.
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Air condition technology
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AT4
DESIGN air heater and cooler
SAVE ENERGY
Optimal functionality through
energy efficiency, flexibility
and system integration.
The highest standard in energy
efficiency, aesthetic beauty,
functionality and reliability.
Ideal solutions for climate
protection and energy
efficiency: the “Life Cycle
Costs” optimisation.
We provide perfect air-conditioning – with tailored
economic and ecological unit concepts. AL-KO
specialises in ventilation devices renowned for their
cutting edge technology, quality and reliability,
consistently making customer demands a reality.
We develop sophisticated high-tech facilities
to provide the best ambient air quality in office
buildings or hospitals and precisely conditioned air
in production plants, as well as efficient solutions
for large shopping or leisure complexes.
Walter Mayer, Head of Sales and Marketing
We work out the best solutions for the air conditioning requirements
of our customers, focussing on developing energy-efficient technology
to conserve the environment.
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Extract technology
AL-KO extract technology stands for excellent health and safety for handcraft or industrial plants.
Stationary or mobile dust extractors and facility
components leave workplaces with clean air,
and remove shavings or dust from the air permanently. Complementary special components such
as disintegrators, absorption boxes and holding
and removal solutions round off our range of
extraction systems.
Michael Selz, Production Foreman, Extract Technology
Our technical equipment allows us to produce successful products. Team spirit
and a close-knit workforce are the pieces of the puzzle which enable others to rely
on us fulfilling our assignments on time.
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Mobil Power JET 250
MOBIL POWER JET 250
PROFI-JET
Dust-free production and
keeping employees safe – that’s
what the Mobile Power JET
range stands for.
Stationary extensions for
more extraction power in major
facilities – complementary
construction and startup.
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Plastic technology
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Techncial components
Technical packaging
Workpiece carrier
Perfect functionality for all
large-scale or thin-walled
plastic components.
Sophisticated and high quality:
carrier products tailored to
customers’ wishes.
Robot-suited elements as an
interface between automation
and transport logistics.
AL-KO use vacuum forming technology to
create functional and visually appealing plastic
components. We also guarantee short development
cycles, economic tool costs and solutions which
meet real needs. The product range contains
vehicle technology components as well as transport
systems, workpiece carriers, technical packaging
or casings through to garden and hobby products.
Wolfgang Schmidt, Project Manager Plastic Technology
The huge range of design possibilities at our disposal when working
with our material is a real challenge, and one which we love getting
to grips with every day.
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Automotive
AL-KO’s trailer hitches offer the optimum
safety, with electric pivoting, fixed or removable
systems available. Our low-wear control cables
are also of the highest standard. Leading automobile
manufacturers rely on our exceptional technology
and quality – they have been equipping their
automobiles with our trailer hitches and control
cables for braking systems and door actuation as
standard.
Friedrich Stöckl, Manager of Automobile Cable Winch Sales
Our innovative products as well as our professional, comprehensive service
give us an advantage over our competition. Our performance is completely
dependent upon us working together as a team.
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Control cables
High quality materials and
innovative development for
superior functionality.
Control cable adjustment
systems
Innovative solutions for optimum
efficiency and safety when
calibrating handbrake cable
systems.
Trailer hitches
Customer requirements bundled
into tailored products which we
constantly strive to develop with
efficiency.
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Industrial components
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Engine heads
Specialised tanks
Easy on the eye and perfect
functionality: innovative
component combination
solutions.
Tailored products with
individual logistics and
functional interfaces for
further processing.
Rotating lift console
for motor homes
Products and components
which meet the need of
real-life situations, specially
developed and constructed
for their current application.
Renowned manufacturing companies rely on the
quality of AL-KO’s manufacturing components.
We develop, construct and supply engine hoods,
ventilator covers, wheelhouses, fuel and hydraulic
fluid tanks and comprehensive construction kits
ready for assembly straight onto our customers’
assembly lines. We also produce stamping parts,
welding components and stabilisers made from
sectional steel tubing for use in automobile manufacture.
Rudolf Purer, Technical Sales, Industrial Components
We aim for perfection down to the last detail – because as we all know,
that’s where the devil can often be found! The quality of our products
has made us a sought after partner for many automobile and machinery
manufacturers.
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Shock absorber technology
Cutting edge manufacturing technology, specialised
know-how and decades of experience are the reason
for our leading position in the field of production of
functional and reliable absorption elements.
Our manufacturing program includes a wide range of
gas suspension products as well as wheel shock absorbers, over-run brake absorbers and individually tailored
custom items.
Steffen Puck Field Sales, Shock Absorber Technology, Germany
We are involved in a variety of manufacturing areas and each customer
wants something different from our products. Fulfilling the individual
wishes of so many people makes my job interesting and varied.
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Oil brake
Gas spring
Wheel shock absorber
Developed especially for the
aviation technology industry
with a multitude of possible
applications.
Tailored solutions to offer
ideal support when moving
heavy components.
High quality functional
absorption elements for
automobile technology.
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Our Philosophy
The AL-KO Kober GROUP puts its specialised
abilities in all of its business areas around the world
in the service of society.
The AL-KO Kober GROUP is intent on improving
and developing its abilities through ongoing innovation.
The AL-KO Kober GROUP’s goal is to be industry
leaders in each of its business areas.
Through this way of conduct, the AL-KO Kober GROUP offers its employees secure,
humane positions reflecting the most up-to-date industry standards, provides
its employees with a fair reward for their achievements and gives them the best
possibilities for personal and professional development.
All of the AL-KO Kober GROUP’s activity must be based on this principle and
be focused on serving the profitability of the company, our customers, partners,
employees and society as a whole.
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AL-KO KOBER AG
Ichenhauser Straße 14
89359 Kötz / Germany
Phone +49 8221 97-0
Fax
+49 8221 97-393
info@al-ko.de
www.al-ko.com
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03/2009 · Order number 499 167 – Changes serving technical progress are reserved.