life for quality

GoalS ValueS aCHieVeMeNtS

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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)

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 compe-

tition.

Strong together

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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6Milestones in the AL-KO success story

8Convincing facts, impressive figures

10Successful together

14Divisions of the AL-KO KOBER GROUP

Das richtige Einschätzen der Marktsituation, ein passendes Maß an unterneh-

merischer 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.

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Milestones of the AL-KO success story

The Kober family in the late 40’s.

Herbert, Kurt und Willy Kober in the late 70’s

Herbert, Kurt und Willy Kober in the late 90’s

Foundation of Alois Kober GmbH Kötz,Germany

Production beginson handbrake levers

1931

1952

1966

1967 1976 1980 1988 198919611953

ALKO KOBERZell Austria

1961

AL-KO THERM,Jettingen-Scheppach

AKS trace logging systems

1975

1958

First support wheels produced

First lawnmowers produced

Rubber suspension axles

Lawn tractors

Receipt of the Award for Innovative Per-formance for the first freely programmable dust extraction unit in the world.

Entry into extract technology. Development of mobile raw air dust extraction and stationary units

Single axle trailerOver-run brake program

Modern AMC chassis introduced to market

1960 1985

AL-KO Geräte Kötz,Germany

1983

AL-KO KOBER, Hisings-Kärra, Sweden

AL-KO KOBER, Elkhart, USA

1965

AL-KO KOBER Obdach, Austria

1976

AL-KO Espana Utebo,Spain

1977 1987

ALOIS KOBER Plastics Technology, Ichenhau-sen, ALKO KOBER AG Kötz, Hengelo, HollandAlsónemedi, Hungary

AL-KO Record Abadiano, Spain

AL-KO KOBER Southam, EnglandLouhans, FranceVintl, ItalySpreitenbach, Switzerland

1975

Over- run brakes

Garden shredder

1982

1986

AL-KO Int. Dandenong,Australia

Orion, AL-KO Sprei-tenbach, Switzerland

1989

1970

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The Board of Directors: Roland, Harald, Raymond and Stefan Kober

The Kober family

1995Ride-onObdach

1993Revision of the series AT3/AT5: kitchen exhauster AT3garage exhauster AT5

AL-KO THERM Wittenberg, Germany

1990

AeroTech Export Frankfurt, Germany

AL-KO Shock absorber techno- logy HarthaCondural Polinya, SpainALKO KOBER Pisek, Czech Republic

1991

1992

1998 2002

1997

Market launch of ship climatisation units

Independent pump production

Lawn tractorsPowerline

Eurovent- Certification

1999

AL-KO KOBER Slovakia Bernolakovo, Slovakia

AL-KO TrailcoVereening, South Africa

AL-KO KOBER Kiev, Ukraine

AeroTechair conditioning,Baoji ChinaALKO KOBER Przezmierow, Poland

AL-KO Hayes Axles Seminole USA,AL-KO Ginge Bron-derslev, Denmark,Brivio, Italy

AL-KO Kober Moscow, RussiaSt. Petersburg, Russia

AL-KO Air Technology Taicang, China AL-KO Automotive

Elkhart, USASecmai Stras-bourg, FranceRiga, Latvia

1997 19991994

1995 1998

SAF AL-KO Vehicle Technology Yantai, ChinaAL-KO RTN-Goett Noyant France

2005

Rubber spring axle 3500 kg

2006

New Silverline lawnmowers go into production

2007

2008

1996

2003

2004 2006

AL-KO celebrates its 75th anniversary

AL-KO takes over RBW Industries Inc. in Chino, California

ATC AL-KO Trailer Control series launched

2006

2007

Highwheeler goes into production

2008

1996

2003

2004 2006

2006

2008

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20072006200520042003

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555 562 625 662 706

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2000

3000

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20072006200520042003

3.832 3.902 4.038 3.981 4.200

Convincing facts, impressive figures

In addition to the secure sales source of Europe, sales pro-portions are improving across the globe.

50% Western Europe

30%Germany

12%North America

8%Rest of the World

Worldwide turnover

Work on success everyday: new ideas and new products open up new markets and increase sales.

increasing sales

A growing workforce, long company loyalty periods and low fluctuation rates show identification with the company.

Secure jobs

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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 busi-

ness 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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Successful together

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!

Set for the future one step ahead

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Other locations: al-ko.com

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Partners active across the world

The global AL-KO network provides direct contact to customers and suppliers throughout the world.

Global network

Quality is a way of mind which helps AL-KO on its path to errorless production.

We aim for perfection

Prizes and awards for AL-KO innovations and developments lead to recognition and motivation.

Distinguished

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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 savvy 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 inno-

vative accessories are some of the highlights of

the catalogue. Our product solutions for caravans

and trailers meet people’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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For more flexibility – even in the toughest conditions.

Height-adjustable loading device Plus

The system‘s light chassis construction for increased load and optimised driving comfort.

light chassis construction

The anti-skid system for caravans and trailers.

atC trailer-Control

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AMC CHASSIS

Intelligent component solutions for secure transport.

aMC load bearer

An innovative plan for improved safety and car dynamics.

aMC CHaSSiS

For the best driving comfort possible.

air Premium fully pneumatic suspension

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A ground-breaking construction principle is taking

the world by storm: the AMC CHASSIS for caravans

and commercial vehicles. The light, deepframe chassis

with a special broad gauge undercarriage delivers the

new construction principle, delivering excellent dri-

ving 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 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

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.

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.

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High quality and full power for all lawn and gardening technology products.

PoWerliNe

Mowing and main-taining the lawn with absolute perfection and ease of use.

lawn technology

Sophisticated unit construction for convincing results.

Water technology

Intelligent solutions for irrigation and drainage in the house or garden.

Garden and hobbytechnology

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Air condition technology

Ideal solutions for climate protection and energy efficiency: the “Life Cycle Costs” optimisation.

SaVe eNerGy

The highest standard in energy efficiency, aesthetic beauty, functionality and reliability.

DeSiGN air heater and cooler

Optimal functionality through energy efficiency, flexibility and system integration.

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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 devices and facility

components leave workplaces with clean air,

and remove shavings or dust from the air perma-

nently. 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

Dust-free production and keeping employees safe – that’s what the MOBILE POWER JET range stands for.

MoBil PoWer Jet 250

Stationary extensions for more extraction power in major facilities – complementary construction and startup.

Profi-Jet

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Plastic technology

Robot-suited elements as an interface between automation and transport logistics.

Workpiece carrier

Sophisticated and high quality: carrier products tailored to customers’ wishes.

technical packaging

Perfect functionality for all large-scale or thin-walled plastic components.

techncial components

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AL-KO use vacuum deep drawing 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 components offer the optimum

safety, with electric pivoting, fixed or removable

systems available. Our low-wear cable winch

systems 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 components

and cable winches 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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Customer requirements bundled into tailored products which we constantly strive to develop with efficiency.

tow bar

Innovative solutions for optimum efficiency and safety when calibrating handbrake cable systems.

Cable winch calibration

High quality materials and innovative development for superior functionality.

Cable winches

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Industrial components

Products and components which meet the need of real-life situations, specially developed and constructed for their current application.

rotating lift console for caravans

Tailored products with individual logistics and functional interfaces for further processing.

Specialised tanks

Easy on the eye and perfect functionality: innovative component combination solutions.

Casings

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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 hyraulic

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 manu-

facture.

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 catalogue includes a wide range of gas sus-

pension 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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High quality functional absorption elements for automobile technology.

Wheel shock absorber

Tailored solutions to offer ideal support when moving heavy components.

Pneumatic spring

Developed especially for the aviation technology industry with a multitude of possible applications.

oil brake

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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.

Our Philosophy

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leBeN für qualität

ZIELE WERTE LEISTUNGEN

03/2009 · Order number 499 011 – Changes serving technical progress are reserved.

AL-KO KOBER AG

Ichenhauser Straße 14

89359 Kötz

Phone +49 8221 97-0

Fax +49 8221 97-393

info@al-ko.de

www.al-ko.com