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AVL DITEST

Passion innovates future

AVL DITEST: 20 YEARS OF DEVELOPING INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS
FOR AUTOMOTIVE AFTER SALES SERVICES OF THE FUTURE

From the standard family car diagnostics to telemetric data in Formula 1 racing – the electronic analysis of motor data – or vehicle diagnostics in brief – determines the daily routine of the automotive service industry. The developments of AVL DITEST, the Austrian experts in vehicle testing equipment founded in 1999, are said to set the engineering standard in Europe. Renowned vehicle manufacturers, such as VW, BMW, Jaguar Land Rover or the Daimler Group place their trust in the technical know-how from Graz. The important business fields of AVL DITEST in addition to vehicle diagnostics, are measurement engineering and exhaust gas analysis. Reference is made in this context to customers such as the European vehicle inspection organizations TÜV and DEKRA and their Japanese counterpart NAVI. Very early on in its history, this AVL Group company became a pioneer in high-voltage measurement engineering for safe work on electric and hybrid vehicles; defining the state of technology with its HV Safety 2000.

Facts

ABOUT US

AVL DITEST equips garages and motor vehicle inspection centers with upmarket test systems and diagnostic equipment. Our corporate philosophy is based on our claim for technological and quality leadership, perfect service and global presence. The success of our products in over 50 countries is proof of the consistent implementation of our philosophy.

In Europe, the developments of the Austrian and German vehicle diagnostics and measurement technology specialist are setting the technological benchmark. Testing organisations such as Dekra or TÜV and big-name motor manufacturers such as VW, BMW, Jaguar Land Rover, Daimler Group and the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM rely upon technical expertise from Graz and Cadolzburg. E-mobility, vehicle diagnostics, measurement technology, climate control servicing and emissions testing are the key business areas of AVL DiTEST.

AVL DITEST, founded in 1999, is a company of the AVL Group, the world's largest privately owned enterprise engaged in the development of engines, measurement and testing systems that can draw on automotive engineering know-how from more than 50 years of development work.

OUR VALUES

All AVL DiTEST employees are united by their strong commitment to making the needs of the customer the focus of everything we do.

Our motivation is founded on self-determination. We strongly believe that our technical expertise and character allow us to blaze a trail of our own. This is something we also want to demonstrate to others, and our customers give us the best opportunity to do so.

We are proud of our exceptional level of knowledge, our outstanding ability to solve problems and our pioneering spirit. We want to demonstrate these qualities to our customers and colleagues, which is why we are willing to step outside our comfort zone time and time again, putting our all into everything we do. We live for the adventure of discovery.

We are proud to work in a team of exceptionally talented people and see ourselves as part of the winning team. We want customers to think of us as the best. To achieve this, we never give up, even when this means going above and beyond.

We know that we can trust and rely on our colleagues, superiors and employees. This trust gives us the security and confidence we need to address the greatest challenges for our customers. Entrepreneurial spirit of this kind requires a willingness to take risks. The concept of 'blame' in this context does not exist in our company.

AVL DITEST GmbH

Alte Poststraße 156
8020 Graz, AUSTRIA

Phone: +43 316 787-1193
Fax: +43 316 787-1460
E-Mail: AVLDiTESTSekretariat@avl.com
Internet: http://www.avlditest.com

FIELDS OF BUSINESS:

ECU diagnostic tools and platforms for motorcycles, passenger cars, trucks and trailers
Exhaust gas analyzers for diesel and gasoline engines
Automotive measurement engineering including high-voltage measurement technology
Air conditioning services

LEGAL FORM:

Limited liability company

COMMERCIAL COURT OF REGISTRATION:

Regional Civil Court Graz, registered in the Companies Register under no. 184043b
Sales tax identification number: ATU47112707

CEO:

DI Gerald Lackner

ESTABLISHED IN:

1992 as a business unit of AVL List GmbH
1999 AVL DITEST becomes an autonomous legal entity within AVL Holding

International locations:

AVL DITEST GmbH, GERMANY
XIAMEN HITEC ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT CO., LTD., China (Joint Venture)  

REPRESENTED:

In more than 50 countries worldwide.

QUOTAS:

Export quota: 94 %
Research quota: 10 %

Member of:

Styrian Chamber of Commerce

Federation of Austrian Industries

BANK DETAILS:

UniCredit Bank Austria AG
BIC (SWIFT): BKAUATWWGRA
IBAN: AT141200076019346800

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE:

We are using Open Source Software. Open Source Software (OSS) refers to software licensed under public licenses that allow all users to use, study, modify, and distribute software.
For all OSS related questions, please contact our OSS Liaison at foss.avlditest@avl.com.

Our integrated management system policy

The integrated management system of AVL DiTEST is certified according to the standards for quality ISO 9001, for environment ISO 14001 and for information security ISO 27001.

We provide our customers with solutions to efficiently perform legally required inspections as well as diagnostic, service and maintenance work. We produce and develop products and services at the cutting edge of technology.

We are aware of our responsibility towards people, society and nature. Human rights, equal opportunity and decent and respectful working conditions are very important to us.
Quality, occupational health and safety, information security, environmental and climate protection and sustainability are an essential part of our business.

We implement this responsibility in the form of an integrated management system and therefore ensure that these aspects are taken into account in our daily business.

Employees are made aware of quality, occupational health and safety, information security, environmental and climate protection and sustainability issues through regular training.

AVL DiTEST sets targets in order to implement this policy.

The goal of our company is to offer innovative services and products for sustainable mobility. We create products that are as energy-efficient, climate-friendly and safe as possible, that support the circular economy and that are based as far as possible on environmentally friendly materials and substances in their manufacture.
With our expertise, we contribute to the development of resource-saving, sustainable solutions.

AVL DiTEST is committed to:

Complying with reasonable requirements and obligations of customers, laws, authorities and other relevant and mandatory regulations
Guaranteeing safe working conditions, considering dangerous substances used and promoting the health of employees
Environmental and climate protection
Preventing accidents at work and work-related illnesses
Careful use and avoidance of environmental impacts on water, air and soil as well as elimination of dangers by minimising health and safety risks in our area of influence
Protecting our information or data, or information or data entrusted to us, as well as our technical systems through appropriate measures
Regularly involving employees and their representatives in the management system for occupational safety and the environment
Continuously improving our integrated management system to optimise our performance in relation to quality, environment, occupational health and safety and information security and achieve the targets set

We always act transparently towards suppliers, customers, employees, authorities and the public. If required, we provide all relevant information and make processes transparent.

Our certificates

Download our certificates:

ISO 9001 – Quality management system
We value the best possible quality standards. That is why we have introduced a quality management system that has been certified according to ISO 9001 since 2002. The international ISO 9001 standard gives organisations of all types and sizes the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to supply high-quality products and services.

ISO 14001 – Environmental management system
The international environmental management standard ISO 14001 defines globally recognised requirements for an environmental management system. We at AVL DiTEST have been ISO 14001 certified since 2002. For us, the responsibility towards people and the environment is an essential part of the company values and the corporate strategy.

ISO/IEC 27001 – Information security management system and TISAX
AVL DiTEST has been certified according to the international standard ISO/IEC 27001 since 2022 and is continuously expanding the scope of its information security certifications. By improving our global information security management system, we strive to maintain the trust of our customers, partners, suppliers and employees.
The TISAX assessment is largely based on ISO/IEC 27001, but supplements it with specific information security measures (e.g. prototype protection) for the automotive sector. The scopes and evaluation results of TISAX (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) are exchanged between the participants via the ENX portal.

ISO/IEC 17025 – Calibration laboratory
The AVL DiTEST Group operates accredited calibration laboratories according to ISO/IEC 17025 as a defined part in the structure of the company at the Cadolzburg site and the Graz site to provide calibration services in the field of measuring devices in automotive engineering.
>> Learn more about our calibration laboratories

History

1946 - Prof. Dr. Hans List started up as an independent engineer.

1948 - A team of diesel engine construction experts headed by Prof. Dr. Hans List got together to set up IBL ("Ingenieurbüro List" or List Engineering).

1949 - Even the first diesel engines were a resounding success. They went into mass-production at the Jenbach production plant in Tyrol and the Andritz mechanical engineering plant in Graz.

1951 - IBL became AVL - "Anstalt für Verbrennungskraftmaschinen", Prof. Dr. Hans List (or Institute for Internal Combustion Engines).

To date
Numerous developments and patents of the three business units

Powertrain Engineering
Instrumentation and Test Systems
Advanced Simulation Technology

made AVL the world's largest privately owned and independent company for the development of powertrain systems with internal combustion engines as well as instrumentation and test systems - a company responsible for the design of modern engines and inspiring influence on the car industry. (www.avl.com)

AVL DiTEST

1980 - With the development of its ultra-light clamp-on transducers for recording expansions in the injection line, AVL succeeds in making a breakthrough in diesel engine(s) diagnostics.
The foundation of the sales department "Diesel Diagnostics" is the starting point of AVL DiTEST.
A European network of retailers and a sales organisation in Japan are built.

1987 - The development of the Filter-Smoke-Tester is leads to for the decision to enlarge the product range for the garage and test-station market.

1992 - With the implementation of the official German Emission Test (AU - Abgasuntersuchung), the modularly designed AVL emission tester (4-gas analyser, smoke meter and combination units series' 400) becomes leader of quality and technology.

1993 - The Business Unit "Segment Diagnose Technik" (Vehicle Diagnostic Equipment and Techniques) is set up.

1994 - As high pressure test system, AVL 845 unifies all "bloodless" measurement techniques for diesel engines and "bloodless" diagnostic possibilities for testing the ignition system.

1994 - 1999 - Further development of emission testers leads to certifications in all major European countries and to the establishment of diagnostic departments in Germany, France and Spain.

1996 - The second generation of emission testers, series 4000, (modularly designed 4- and 5-gas analysers opacimeter and combination) is introduced to the market. AVL's Opacity Chamber with its automatic linearity check is state of the art.

1997 - AVL DiSpeed 490 - a unique direct speed measurement device based on the evaluation of air-borne and structure-borne noise. AVL DiSpeed 490 is the easiest, fastest and most universal way to measure static and dynamic speeds of diesel and petrol engines.

1999 - AVL DiTEST was founded as a legally independent member of the AVL group.

Contracts with the Joint Venture in XIAMEN HITEC ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT CO., LTD., China were signed.

2000 - Establishment of AVL DiTEST GmbH (Germany) and AVL DiTEST France S.A.S.

2002 - AVL DiTEST becomes a key player in vehicle diagnostics through acquisition of grundig instruments and Pierburg Hermann.

2003 - Unification of the product range of all companies of the AVL DiTEST group. The idea for a global automotive diagnosis product range arises.

2004 - Presentation of the new modular Diagnostic and Emission System AVL DiX at the international trade fair AUTOMECHANIKA 2004 in Frankfurt/Germany. Leading automotive manufacturers like BMW, DaimlerChrysler, Peugeot as well as the German testing organization DEKRA are counted amoung the customers of the new product range of the AVL DiTEST group.

2005 - Delivery of the 1000th modular diagnostic and emission system
AVL DiX. Innovation award of the German trade for the development of AVL DiX drive, the mobile diagnostic and emission testing version of AVL DiX.

2006- German Trade Award for Innovation for AVL ProBike 220/420.

2007- AVL DiTEST presents an exhaust emission testing unit for diesel engines certified for the japanese market as the world's first manufacturer. 15.000 units are to be delivered by 2010.

2008 - AVL DiTEST presents a new cooperation with KTM for the development of customized vehicle diagnostic platforms for authorized service center for motorcycle brands of the KTM group as well as Husaberg.
VW equips his workshops all over the world with a new developed measurement tool of AVL DiTEST

2009 - The long-time basic research in the field of "alternative engines" now results in a concrete customer pilot project. For the first time ever VW awards a contract to develop an automotive measurement tool for hybrid vehicles.

2010 - AVL DITEST is nominated for the Austrian State Award for Transport, the highest award from the Federal Ministry for Transport, Innovation and Technology, for its measurement instrument for hybrid vehicles developed for Volkswagen AG.

2011 - With its HV Safety 1000, AVL DITEST becomes a market leader in the electric and hybrid vehicle diagnostics sector and commits to improving training in electric vehicle repair and diagnostics for vehicle mechanics.

AVL DITEST develops an ultra-sensitive turbidity measurement device, suitable for series production, to improve diesel particle measurement. In collaboration with JOANNEUM RESEARCH and in cooperation with competitors in the sector, AVL DITEST drives forward development of a calibration process for this new generation of emissions testing devices.

2012 - The successful AVL DIX series with product sales at 5,000, is developed and updated with the AVL DITEST MDS (Modular Diagnostic System) product family. A new addition to the MDS family is the mobile diagnostics device “MDS Drive”. The rugged tablet PC operates with another newly launched product, the diagnostics software XDS 1000 (eXperienced Diagnostic Solution). AVL DITEST's innovations respond to workshops’ growing flexibility and mobility requirements and the need to simplify the diagnosis process.
AVL DITEST also records successes in the emissions testing segment. In the March edition of the French workshop magazine “Décision Atelier”, the CDS 450 is named best emissions tester.

2013 – AVL DITEST supplies Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM with a complete system for vehicle diagnostics. The package includes providing all 1,300 KTM workshops around the world with hardware and software for vehicle diagnostics, as well as equipping Production and Development for "end of line" tests in the manufacture and parameter setting of control units. Selected KTM-authorised workshops are equipped with the AVL DITEST HV Safety 2000 high-voltage measurement module for the off-road electric motorcycle Freeride E that KTM is due to bring out as a world first in 2014. In the field of test instruments, 2013 sees major orders from premium automotive manufacturers BMW and VW resulting in high capacity utilisation at AVL DITEST.

2015 – AVL DiTEST wins in Austria's Leading Companies competition - The awards, sponsored by the WirtschaftsBlatt newspaper, PwC Austria and KSV1870, and presented this year on 17th November, recognise Styria's most successful companies. AVL DiTEST took home first place in the 'Goldener Mittelbau' category for medium-sized companies.

2016 – Entry into the new business field of climate control servicing: AVL DiTEST develops a CO2 air conditioning service device for the Daimler Group, again emerging as a trailblazer for a new technology.

2017 – New location for German subsidiary: Move to new site in Cadolzburg with modern, spacious facilities. A new managing director – in the shape of Ralf Kerssenfischer – also stepped into his role at the beginning of 2017.

2018 – AVL DiTEST triumphs at the Automechanika trade fair, winning a total of two Innovation Awards for the Acoustic Camera (ACAM) and the Multisense 1000.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

As an international company, we consider it our duty to play our part in addressing social, cultural and environmental issues. Our understanding of sustainability is closely linked to our corporate values and management culture. Environmental awareness, conservation, sustainability and climate protection are extremely important to AVL DiTEST. We provide solutions that allow our customers to carry out diagnostic, servicing and maintenance work as efficiently as possible, so that vehicles remain on the road for as long as possible, which in turn helps them to retain their value and conserves resources. We use innovative products to put this into practice.

Our emission analysers, which can be used to check compliance with current legal emissions standards, play a key role in the process.
Our products also make an important contribution in the area of climate control servicing. They enable the servicing of climate control systems on vehicles equipped with environmentally friendly refrigerants.
In addition, our measuring devices in the field of electromobility assist with the efficient maintenance and repair of electric vehicles.

Our ESG activities

Integrated management systems
We follow a proven, certified approach to quality, the environment and safety.
Environmental sustainability
We promote energy saving and environmental protection.
Social sustainability and human rights
We ensure respect for human rights and socially just working conditions.
Compliance and business ethics
We always act transparently, responsibly and ethically.
Supply chain and product sustainability
We strive to build strong relationships of trust with our suppliers and work with them to improve their social and environmental performance.

Contact: avlditestESG@avl.com

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

Environmental protection and sustainability:
Environmental awareness, conservation, sustainability and climate protection are high priorities for us. AVL DiTEST has been certified according to the ISO14001 environmental standard since 2014, from which time our environmental management system has been continuously improved in order to sustainably optimize our carbon footprint from product development to product recycling.

Energy and sustainability:
For us, the sustainable use of energy resources means using renewable energy, and doing so as effectively and efficiently as possible in order to sustainably optimize our carbon footprint.

Our product-related sustainability statements:

SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Upholding human rights and safe working conditions is all part of how we do business day-to-day – when recruiting new staff and in our daily interactions with our employees. This is assured by our HR management process.

AVL DiTEST operates an occupational health and safety management system in line with ISO 45001 as part of our integrated management system, so as to provide our employees with a safe working environment in which they also feel comfortable.

COMPLIANCE AND BUSINESS ETHICS

Compliance with regulations and legislation and acting with integrity and responsibility in our business dealings are cornerstones of our business approach. The management of AVL DiTEST has set out the principles governing this approach in the Code of Conduct and other compliance policies, and does all it can to ensure that they are adhered to by employees.

Fair competition policy
Competition law compliance policy
Donations policy
Foreign trade control policy
Conflict of interest prevention policy
Whistleblower system
Code of Conduct

SUPPLY CHAIN AND PRODUCT SUSTAINABILITY

We strive to build close relationships with our suppliers and work with them to improve their social and environmental performance. This is vitally important to ensure a reliable and sustainable supply of high-quality materials.

Our goal in supply chain management is to create resilient and sustainable supply chains that help to ensure high product quality, climate protection and social standards, while always keeping the sustainability aspect in mind.

The detailed requirements can be found on our supplier portal.

https://www.avlditest.com

AUTOTECH

Driven by the desire to meet the growing need for top-of-the-line professional solutions at a moderate price, we have created a brand that we stand behind with our name, thereby guaranteeing the uncompromising quality and features of everything included in this range.

Sincerely,

AUTOTECH GROUP LTD

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Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric was founded on December 5, 1895, in Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A. An initial $200 investment was used to develop and commercialize a unique, direct current electric motor for industrial applications. What started as a spark of ingenuity flickered and gained momentum. By 1911, John C. and James F. Lincoln invented and launched their first variable voltage arc welder, an innovation that catapulted Lincoln Electric into a new technology and industry that would drive its future success.

Each founding brother shaped the organization and left a distinct legacy that continues to define our culture, values and brand today. 125-years later, Lincoln Electric has become the global leader in arc welding and cutting, and is renowned as The Welding Experts® worldwide. With the industry's leading team of experts and most comprehensive portfolio of solutions, we continue to advance innovation and deliver measurable value to our customers and their operations. We also remain true to our guiding principle, “The Golden Rule,” and share a purpose of operating by a higher standard to build a better world. By aligning all of our stakeholders’ interests through our unique, performance-based incentive management system, we continue to generate value and pursue long-term success.

https://www.lincolnelectric.com/

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