Professional and Reliable Caspar Weinberger and Klaus Kobold on the occasion of the TV programm World-Business-Review, April 1999 KOBOLDMessring GmbH, one of the leading international instrumentationengineering enterprise......Professional and Reliable Caspar Weinberger and Klaus Kobold on the occasion of the TV programm World-Business-Review, April 1999 KOBOLDMessring GmbH, one of the leading international instrumentationengineering enterprises, was founded in 1980 by Dipl.-Ing. Klaus J.Kobold. His excellent engineering knowledge led to the enterprise soonestablishing itself in the market place due it patentable technology,high quality products and superior service. The "KOBOLD" brand namesoon became synonymous with quality and technological advance. In thefollowing years, independent KOBOLD companies were established in numerous countries worldwide. Theinternational group of companies is led by its president and soleproprietor Klaus J. Kobold. The companys purpose is to develop,manufacture and sell instruments for monitoring, measuring andregulating the physical quantities of flow through, pressure, level and temperature. Thedevices are used in virtually all sectors of industry. The variety ofmeasurement methods available, and the rapid adaptation to technicaladvances, are what ensure that the high application-specificrequirements set in the various branches of industry are met in full.The strong growth of the company is based on the ongoing widening ofthe range offered and is due to the acceptance of the company and its products in the world market place. Research and Development Ourdevelopment team solves even the most difficult measurement problems.Our experienced engineers from the most varied specialist areas usuallyfind an appropriate solution quickly. We often develop products inco-operation with our customers and thus meet the market needsdirectly. Our technical and engineering groups undertake developments for field applications in KOBOLD laboratories and factory. The technical knowledge, together with modern design and development methods are available in our laboratories and factory. Constant contact with users and the requirements that our customers place on our products provide the basis for our success. KOBOLD engineers develop and test in our own Laboratories and test facilities what is necessary and reliable for practical use. Nothing is left to chance. Every detail is the logical consequence of achievement and use. KOBOLD Messring-Patents Ofthat we are justifiably proud. The years of experience and thespecialist competence of our technicians, engineers and staff cannot be better demonstrated than through our patents. Through the years we have gathered a respectable collection of patents. These achievements are further proof to our customers that KOBOLD is an innovative partner. For us every new job is a new challenge. Take us at our word and present your requirements to us. Production and Quality Control Plant Hofheim am Taunus - Germany Our production plants in Germany and the United States of America produce quality products you need. Optimised production pursuant to recognised quality principles provides products that are economical, highly reliable and have a long life. Plant Pittsburgh - USA Plant Stuttgart-Sindelfingen - Germany Manufacturing - our Strength The developments of our technical and engineering groups, as well as the fulfilment of our customers requirements and orders are undertaken in our own words. This leads to three major advantages. The close relationship between our engineering and manufacturing sections ensures the ability to react quickly to customer requirements and to rapidly incorporate product improvements. Secondly, in-house manufacturing is an economic factor which is of ultimate benefit to the customer, and finally, permits reliable control of a high level of Quality Assurance. Manufacturing Quality - Your Guarantee Our customers have the right to receive a reliable product. Our professional pride would have it no other way. In-house production allows us to set our own high standards for quality control. Control methods ranging from statistical sampling of instruments on the production line, to individual, 100 %, testing provide you, the customer, with the highest assurance of quality. Consultancy and Engineering Our highly qualified sales engineers advise you quickly and reliably. An extensive team of field staff will also advise you on site. Many products are available from our stores at short notice. KOBOLD also offers, within the total product programme, a number of other products to complement it’s own manufactured range. The supply of these products is an additional service to our customers, whereby on the one hand the range is as wide as possible and on the other, KOBOLD undertakes to provide engineering and consultancy services at no cost to it’s customers. Mass production yields the optimum economics to the benefit of the customer.

profichip is a private held company located in Herzogenaurach, Germany profichip incorporates a team of professional engineers with more than 10 years experience in the field of automation and extensive knowledge on field......profichip is a private held company located in Herzogenaurach, Germany profichip incorporates a team of professional engineers with more than 10 years experience in the field of automation and extensive knowledge on fieldbus communication technologies like PROFIBUS, CANopen, DeviceNet and other industrial protocols profichip commits itself to provide optimized chip designs for the world of automation profichip supports the customer with a complete range of service worldwide profichip is a member of: PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation (PNO), Germany PROFIBUS Trade Organization (PTO), USA China PROFIBUS User Organization (CPO) Associação PROFIBUS, Brazil Japanese PROFIBUS Organization (JPO) CAN-CiA, Germany

profichip is a private held company located in Herzogenaurach, Germany profichip incorporates a team of professional engineers with more than 10 years experience in the field of automation and extensive knowledge on field......profichip is a private held company located in Herzogenaurach, Germany profichip incorporates a team of professional engineers with more than 10 years experience in the field of automation and extensive knowledge on fieldbus communication technologies like PROFIBUS, CANopen, DeviceNet and other industrial protocols profichip commits itself to provide optimized chip designs for the world of automation profichip supports the customer with a complete range of service worldwide profichip is a member of: PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation (PNO), Germany PROFIBUS Trade Organization (PTO), USA China PROFIBUS User Organization (CPO) AssociaÇão PROFIBUS, Brazil Japanese PROFIBUS Organization (JPO) PROFIBUS UK Indian PROFIBUS Association (IPA) CAN-CiA, Germany

ProfiSeal is specialized in the design and manufactureing of highly reliable propeller-shaft and bulkhead seals for the ship and yacht building industry. We are distributor for the well established products of Centa and I......ProfiSeal is specialized in the design and manufactureing of highly reliable propeller-shaft and bulkhead seals for the ship and yacht building industry. We are distributor for the well established products of Centa and IconPolymer. Our main fields of activites are within the segments yachts, workboats (including passenger- and cargo-crafts) as well as public authority crafts (including patrol boats and special crafts) Our list of customers includes international well known shipyards like LÜrssen, Fassmer in Germany, Benetti, San Lorenzo, Naval Shipyard Gdynia, Holland Yachtbouw in Europe as well as many namable shipyards in USA, Russia, Far-East and Asia/Pacific. Manufacturers of propulsionsystems like Piening, Thies Propellor, Schaffran and AR-Naval integrate our seals.

Progress in the automotive industry is our ultimate goal. We are making an active contribution with our products to more environmental protection, more safety and more comfort in road traffic. Despite current dynamic tech......Progress in the automotive industry is our ultimate goal. We are making an active contribution with our products to more environmental protection, more safety and more comfort in road traffic. Despite current dynamic technological and commercial developments, customers, employees and business partners can trust that some things won’t change. They can count on the long-standing and consistent practices and policies of a family business and a company culture of values that has grown and developed in almost 150 years. Customers Satisfied customers are the foundation of our business. We focus our thinking and actions on products and services to help our customers and business partners to succeed. Employees Our employees enjoy great freedom. We constantly invest in training programs. We promote talents, independent thinking and initiative. Sufficient resources are always available if people are willing to promote fresh ideas. Cooperation We value fair cooperation and strive to build stable relationships on all levels both externally and internally. Loyalty, respect, tolerance and mutual trust are at the core of all partnerships for joint success. Responsibility In our philosophy, our corporate responsibility does not end at the factory gates but instead encompasses the entire production and supply chain. It is our goal to achieve a sustainable ecological balance in all our activities and products.

PROVED FOR GENERATIONS In 1854 SiLi was found by Sigmund Lindner. Today, SiLi the Company is managed by 5th generation family – Stefan Trassl. We are one of the major manufacturers of high quality Technical Glass and Cer......PROVED FOR GENERATIONS In 1854 SiLi was found by Sigmund Lindner. Today, SiLi the Company is managed by 5th generation family – Stefan Trassl. We are one of the major manufacturers of high quality Technical Glass and Ceramic Beads in the World. We also manufacture and distribute a wide range of Decorative Glitter products. NO STILLSTAND IN VIEW Ever since then our site in Warmensteinach has continously been expanded. In 2005 a joint venture in China was founded thus strenghtening the company´s position on the Asian market in the long run. Research and development of new manufacturing technologies is strongly promoted. The manufacturing of glass ceramic beads in a special production process from molten material proved to be another milestone. WORLDWIDE AVAILABILITY SiLi products are at home everywhere. A worldwide export network in over 80 countries and our own sales offices in England, Italy, France and Moscow as well as a subsidiary firm in the USA show the steady expansion of our international presence. We pursue this expansive course consistently on all continents. As a global player in the niche market for technical glass and ceramic beads as well as for decorative glitter, our main aim is to be as close to the customer as possible.

PRÜFTECHNIK is a group of companies headquartered in Ismaning, near Munich, Germany, with approximately 400 employees worldwide. Our core business areas are high-tech measuring systems for industrial maintenance and quali......PRÜFTECHNIK is a group of companies headquartered in Ismaning, near Munich, Germany, with approximately 400 employees worldwide. Our core business areas are high-tech measuring systems for industrial maintenance and quality assurance. PRÜFTECHNIK is the global leader in shaft alignment systems. Our award-winning alignment products have become standard equipment in many sectors of industry. Innovative machine monitoring systems for all machine types and sizes serve our customers to optimize system availability and enable a high level of productivity. Inspection systems for the nondestructive testing of semi-finished products are integrated in the production process to assure high product quality. We keep in close touch with our customers by offering not only precision instruments but a range of high-end maintenance services. PRÜFTECHNIK was founded in 1972 by Dieter Busch. The early international orientation of the company proved to be crucial to the further growth of our business. With 13 operational sales, service, development and production locations, and exports to over 70 countries, PRÜFTECHNIK has evolved into a successful global player.

PTW designs, develops, manufactures and distributes high quality dosimetry and Quality Control equipment mainly for use in the medical field, especially in radiation therapy, diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine. Des......PTW designs, develops, manufactures and distributes high quality dosimetry and Quality Control equipment mainly for use in the medical field, especially in radiation therapy, diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine. Design and production of mechanical, electronic and software components are all done in house. We operate a well-equipped and modern workshop with 6 CNC machines. Our products, especially the PTW ionization chambers and electrometers, are well known throughout the world and are recognized for their workmanship and high level of quality. PTW is the market leader in its major product lines. The PTW distribution is organized internationally. A number of exclusive PTW representations are established in many countries around the world. In 1995, PTW New York Corporation was established to improve our service to customers in America and to distribute and service PTW products all over the American continent. In January 2002, PTW-France was established to support the French market. In the years 2004 and 2005 PTW-Asia Pacific and PTW-Latin America have followed. In June 2007, PTW-Beijing has been founded. PTW-Freiburg operates Germanys first Secondary Standard Dosimetry Laboratory for radiation quantities accredited by the DKD German Calibration Service, under direct supervision of the National Laboratory. It operates as an ADCL (Accredited Dosimetry Calibration Laboratory) and it is also a member of the international SSDL network, organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency IAEA. We perform radiological calibrations for dosemeters used in radiation therapy, diagnostic radiology and health physics, which are directly traceable to the primary standard. Our calibration lab provides a complete range of radiological calibrations from low X-ray energies up to 60Co and from low to high dose rates and is one of the busiest calibration labs worldwide. We cooperate closely with official public agencies worldwide, and we participate actively in national and international work groups for the standardization of devices and procedures for dose measurement and quality control in medical radiology.

Pulsotronic GmbH & Co. KG was founded on July the 1rst 2001 by a merger of the sensor divisions of Pulsotronic-Merten GmbH & Co. KG (Wiehl/Germany) and SKS Kontakttechnik GmbH (Thalheim/Germany). 2002 we moved on to our n......Pulsotronic GmbH & Co. KG was founded on July the 1rst 2001 by a merger of the sensor divisions of Pulsotronic-Merten GmbH & Co. KG (Wiehl/Germany) and SKS Kontakttechnik GmbH (Thalheim/Germany). 2002 we moved on to our new office in Niederdorf, next to the highway A72. Pulsotronic develops, manufactures and distributes innovative sensor technology as well as components and systems for industrial image processing. We are supplier for the divisions automation and automotive. Our sensor program comprehends - inductive, capacitive and magnetoresistive sensors - sensors for inclination and acceleration - ultrasonic sensors - acoustic sensors - optical sensor systems - laser sensors and colour sensors - flat, tunnel and ring sensors as well as customized sensor technology. Pulsotronic provides longtime expertise in sensor technology. Already in 1965 Pulsotronic-Merten GmbH & Co. KG in Gummersbach started developing and manufacturing sensors. Then and today we place great value on high-quality products and innovative solutions. Our sensor program offers a great variety of different types and designs. We are a specialist in realising customized products and integrating them in existing applications. Short ways in our company guarantee high flexibility for the implementation of the customers’ application. Sensors and systems from Pulsotronic are used for control, switch or registration tasks in various industrial fields. Amongst others they are applied in conveying systems, printing machines, packaging machines, machine tools or in agricultural machinery For the division industrial image processing we provide a large range of components and systems, whatever your requirements may be. Our project engineers will develop complex image processing systems with periphery connection. In collaboration with our sister company Pulsotronic-Anlagentechnik GmbH we realise applications combining sensor technology with image processing and foreign body detection. The quality management of Pulsotronic is certified according to ISO 9001 since 2001. Environmental awareness and environmental protection are major constituents of our management. On July the 20th 2007 the environmental management was certified according to ISO 14001:2004. Aiming at achieving an environmental conscious manufacturing we constantly record environmental impacts and improve production processes.

PWB encoders GmbH has always been very customer-oriented, and this ensures our worldwide growth. Our Marketing acts as interface between customer, development, distribution and production, and thus presents ideas for many......PWB encoders GmbH has always been very customer-oriented, and this ensures our worldwide growth. Our Marketing acts as interface between customer, development, distribution and production, and thus presents ideas for many innovations. Creative solutions result from the commitment of the scientists and engineers working in our teams, the cooperation with well-known institutes for scientific research and universities, as well as the close and faithful cooperation with our customers.