Understanding is the key to change

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1 Understanding is the key to change

2 Shaping the future together What does Kistler stand for? Today s world is dominated by conflicting trends: advances in technology and growing prosperity on the one hand but on the other, shortages of resources and pressure on the biosphere. As an enterprise that is fully aware of its responsibilities, the Kistler Group is committed to playing a key role in improving the quality of life and utilizing resources more efficiently. We help to shape megatrends such as autonomous driving and electromobility; our solutions ensure that resources are conserved, and the use of materials is optimized. Who are we, and what do we do? As an owner-managed company, we combine independence with business success: Kistler is the global market leader in dynamic measurement technology, with know-how at our fingertips in a multitude of industries and applications ranging from space and competitive sport to joining technology. Our claim: measure. analyze. innovate. captures our whole approach in three words: we don t just measure we analyze as well. Raw data is transformed into valuable information about what can be improved in each individual process and how: the key that opens the door to innovation for our customers. Over the last two decades, Kistler has developed into a multi-faceted group of companies with a truly global presence, a vast spectrum of activities and a track record of outstanding success stories. This sustained success tells us that the mission we are pursuing is the right one: to deploy high-caliber measurement technology as the means of delivering innovations, advancing new technologies and pushing the limits of what is feasible. Join us on this journey through the varied world of the Kistler Group: as you read these pages, you will learn about our products, technologies and services, you will come to understand our vision and our strategy, and you will get to know the people who drive our success. How will Kistler advance in the coming years? From our origins in Switzerland, we have evolved into a corporation with over employ ees across the globe and we no longer merely supply components, but complete inte grated solutions. Right now, we are embarking on the next step: our organization will become more global and more digitalized, but we shall still keep our feet firmly on the ground. Main taining competitive edge in the digital era also means molding an agile, decentralized organization that can quickly adapt to new technologies and business models and, above all, to customers requirements. What can you expect at Kistler? No matter whether you join our production operations, our management, or our development team: you ll find that measurement technology is our shared passion. We often work with very intricate components and highly sensitive systems, so an eye for detail and absolute attention to the big picture are critical assets. Kistler is constantly growing and you can grow with us: make your career in a company with a truly global presence! Rolf Sonderegger CEO, Kistler Group 2 3

3 4 Electromobility for travel in tomorrow s world The electrification of the automobile is in full swing and powertrains, too, are now evolving towards fully electrical operation. Test stands for electric vehicle motors, measurement and assembly technology for battery manufacture, and integrated turnkey production lines for modular, intelligent production of vehicle components: in all these ways and more, the Kistler Group already plays a major part in the ongoing development of the automobile. And the trend is upwards. Driverless travel what will it be like? Sooner or later, vehicles that travel from place to place without human involvement will become a reality. The design of today s automobiles still focuses heavily on the driver, whereas attributes such as acoustics, engine smoothness, safety and connectivity will become more critical in the future. Kistler is continuing to develop diverse measurement applications for this area so that we can work with manufacturers as a dedicated partner, ensuring that their vehicles remain reliable as the transformation proceeds. Industry 4.0 means the digitalization of production With its process monitoring and control systems, the Kistler Group is a hands-on participant in the digital transformation of industry: dynamic measurement technology delivers valuable data to optimize manufacturing processes so that production becomes more efficient and more individual. Countless small steps still lie ahead of us before this goal is attained. But the vision is clear: one continuous value chain, from sensor to cloud. Conserving resources and cutting emissions How does measurement technology help to protect the environment? By helping us to see more and understand better: so processes can be optimally designed and adjusted more precisely for better results, with less effort and expense. Throughout industry, resources are being used more efficiently thanks to solutions by Kistler for engines and generators, in component joining processes, welding and many other assembly operations. Ideas for tomorrow s world The pace of change in the 21st century is constantly accelerating, driven by megatrends such as autonomous and electrified vehicles, the digital revolution and the preservation of both the natural and built environments. We play a decisive part in shaping these trends, and we develop responses to the challenges of our era no matter how small, no matter how large thanks to a host of highly specialized applications. As vehicles become more autonomous, the role of their occupants is changing: what shall we do while we are being transported in the future? And how can we protect ourselves against accidents while we are busy with activities such as surfing the web? Kistler has developed the THOR dummy (Test Device for Human Occupant Restraint): a new, flexible and efficient aid to developing safe vehicles especially those powered by innovative concepts for autonomy and electrification. Powertrains are undergoing equally revolutionary changes: combustion engines are gradually being replaced by hybrid engines and electric motors. We have responded to this trend by de veloping KiBox 2: the future-oriented upgrade to our successful KiBox for efficient combustion engines. In the future, this measurement system will also be used to analyze and optimize hybrid and electric powertrains: because their structure is more complex, they need more advanced measurement expertise. Advancing towards intelligent, networked production Industry 4.0 holds out the promise of needs-oriented production of individualized products, with maximum networking of the entire value chain. A fully automated Smart Factory requires a high level of transparency in order to implement efficient control. This calls not only for high-performance sensors in the production line, but also for appropriate software environments that guarantee optimum control of the processes. KiMES, Kistler s comprehensive Manufacturing Execution System, will step up networking of the production infrastructure while ensuring integrated quality assurance and improved products starting out in the plastics industry, and embracing other sectors over time. As just one of many benefits, valuable raw materials can be saved by reducing scrap. Networking the management and production levels can improve the utilization of resources. Protecting the environment and conserving resources Even simple assembly processes harbor enormous potential, as our electromechanical joining systems show: they are more efficient and accurate than conventional hydraulic or pneumatic systems, so they consume significantly less energy. We sold well over of these systems across the globe in That adds up to energy savings of 17 gigawatt hours equivalent to the energy consumed by households or a town of inhabitants! Lightweight construction is an equally attractive sector: vehicles and aircraft manufactured from innovative composites weigh less, so they travel at lower cost but with undiminished stability. Injection molding processes for composites are more complex, but our ComoNeo process monitoring system makes sure that the quality of the products is right and defective parts are avoided. The built environment, too, benefits from the targeted deployment of measurement equipment: thanks to our Weigh In Motion (WIM) technology, automated weighing systems for roads, bridges and other sensitive traffic infrastructures help to prevent accidents, reduce loads and ensure proper scheduling of maintenance work. Fully automated weight measurements of vehicles while they are in motion enable operators to monitor traffic accurately with the minimum of outlay. 5

4 Kistler at a glance As the global market leader in piezoelectric measurement technology, we support our customers in industry and research throughout the world. Our four Tech Centers focus our service expertise in the heart of our core markets active customers worldwide 60+ locations worldwide about 30 university and college R&D partners 220+ patent applications pending 13% average sales growth in the last three years Locations Tech Centers employees worldwide 400+ patents granted 8% of sales revenue invested in research and development Sales growth, mchf In terms of sales, we have grown continuously for 16 years with record results in 15 of those years. We are proud of this achievement, and we intend to continue along the same path in the future. Volker Dostmann Chief Financial Officer, Head of Corporate Services 6 7

5 Agile and close to our customers Valentin Vogt Member of the Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Burckhardt Compression Holding AG, President of the Swiss Employers Association Rolf Sonderegger CEO, Delegate of the Board of Directors Lino Guzzella Member of the Board of Directors, former President of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH) Ursula Oesterle Member of the Board of Directors, Member of the Board of Silicon Valley Innovation Executives As a dedicated partner for diverse industrial sectors such as automobile production, electronics and medical technology, we frequently operate in niches that are constantly evolving. This is why we opt for a scalable organizational structure that enables us to respond rapidly to new requirements from customers. The Board of Directors of the Kistler Group Our constant growth in recent years confirms that this is the right approach. Our structure comprises the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, the company s three central Divisions, and national organizations in three regions: the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The benefits: we are close to our customers and at the same time, we are flexible enough to react promptly to the accelerating pace of change in the business world and society in general. Our locations are geared to different aspects of our business Sales, Tech, Competence, Production and Support Centers ensuring that expertise is concentrated and always within easy reach of our customers. Our diverse measurement technologies are focused within the three Divisions: Automotive Research & Test, Industrial Process Control, and Sensor Technology. Each Division comprises several Strategic Business Fields, or SBFs for short. The Kistler Group currently has 18 SBFs and the number is growing. In addition, our Board of Directors covers areas of expertise that have a long-term impact on our company s evolution: universities and research, software and digitalization, and of course industry as such. But the scope of Corporate Governance is much wider than this: recognized principles and standards such as the Swiss Code of Best Practice guarantee that our responsibilities and our own interests are kept in the proper balance as we go about our day-to-day business. Implementation expertise thanks to high vertical production integration As a provider of integrated solutions, Kistler brings development, production, sales and service for over products together under one roof. The value chain comprises all the steps in our business process: development of sensors, electronics and software, design, prototype construction, installation and commissioning, training for employees, and many additional services. But: crystals are the starting point for everything. To ensure our independence from suppliers and drive development ahead, Kistler has developed its own crystals since 1998 with great success. We have consistently optimized the process over the years, culminating in the development of PiezoStar: crystals with ex ceptional performance that can withstand temperatures of up to 700 Celsius without losing their precision. Digitalization harbors enormous opportunities, both within our company and in the outside world and our objective is to exploit them creatively. That s why digitalization is at the very top of Kistler s agenda not merely in terms of products and services, but also for our entire business. Claudio Valeri Head of Production and Logistics 8 9

6 From component manufacturer to comprehensive solution provider As pioneers of piezoelectric measurement technology, we have garnered more than six decades of application experience in countless industrial sectors. Over the last 20 years, we have evolved from a product supplier into a provider of systems and solutions. The next transformation is already in full swing: digitalization is set to change our company yet again. Strategic acquisitions have played a substantial part in the ongoing expansion of our expertise and the opportunities for applying it. In addition to piezoelectric, piezoresistive and strain gage sensors, we can now benefit from the advantages of optical measurement systems. As digitalization proceeds, Kistler is developing into an information provider: this gives us the ability to create value through software, and open up new business opportunities for our customers with big data, data mining, and information-as-a-service. Software development is set to become even more important in the future not least as the means of linking a company s production level directly to its management level. We have responded by establishing a Competence Center in Aachen (Germany) to focus on production control and management systems, and to continue driving these synergies ahead. Making processes transparent Interlinking all systems at every different level as consistently as possible, and developing adequate data management: these are the challenges that will occupy us in the coming years. Even today, customers are already benefiting from the convergence of acquired process and quality data in extensive databases opening the way to transparency and traceability, in-depth analyses and continuous process improvements that ultimately add up to hard cash. But: how does innovation actually come about? At Kistler, a process we have set up ourselves we call it the Innovation Machine ensures that progress never comes to a standstill. As we follow technological and social megatrends, we constantly develop new applications, check out acquisitions and evolve interdisciplinary approaches. The focus is always on the same questions: how can we become even better? How can we provide stronger support for our customers, and generate even more added value for them? Innovation used to be the brainchild of individuals working alone but nowadays, it is a plannable process underpinned by teamwork Components Solutions Systems 2020 Information 11

7 A look back in time We have achieved the success we enjoy today because in our past, we have always stood on the shoulders of giants, as Isaac Newton said. Component manufacturer from 1959 onwards 1959 To drive global sales ahead, Hans Conrad Sonderegger establishes Kistler Instrumente AG in Winterthur, Switzerland. For the first time, piezoelectric measuring sensors are manufactured industrially and sold professionally. How the company has grown The founding fathers of Kistler Instrumente AG: Hans Conrad Sonderegger and Walter P. Kistler The Kistler company can look back on a success story spanning over 60 years. Its beginnings date back to 1950, when Walter P. Kistler and Hans Conrad Sonderegger achieved their breakthrough with the development of the charge amplifier. Piezoelectric measurement technology has developed continuously ever since then. As more and more application areas were opened up, the performance, capabilities and scope of this technology have grown continuously. Over 440 patents granted in more than 60 years attest the innovative strength of this Swiss technology leader. Our compass as a business enterprise has also continued to evolve. Through targeted acquisitions, the 21st century has seen Kistler develop into a global group of companies that now has over employees: increasingly, its role is that of a provider of comprehensive measurement technology solutions in every field. New applications such as test automation, thermoacoustics and fastening technology among many others have been added to the portfolio in recent years. These pages give you a detailed overview of the Kistler Group s history, highlighting innovations such as the KiDAQ measurement ecosystem and the world s first digital charge amplifier: developments that have set new standards, time after time. From the very first charge amplifier to the KiDAQ integrated data acquisition unit that handles a virtually unlimited number of measurands: the Kistler success story goes from strength to strength. Growth of innovation 1955 Kistler Instruments is founded in the U.S. Electronics and accessories for imported sensors are manufactured in a small workshop in North Tonawanda, near Buffalo Our German subsidiary Kistler Instrumente GmbH is founded now the Kistler Group s largest sales company. System provider from 2004 onwards 1986 Kistler s first Asian subsidiary is founded in Japan Kistler taps enormous potential for growth in China, the motor of the global economy: the incorporation of Kistler China Ltd. is the next logical step on the path towards a global corporate strategy. 100 employees Rolf Sonderegger takes on overall management of the family company and initiates its evolution from component manufacturer to solution provider. 500 employees mchf sales 1998 Solution provider from 2015 onwards 2017 Acquisition: Vester Elektronik GmbH Optical measurement technology, testing and sorting systems 2006 Acquisition: Dr. Staiger Mohilo & Co. GmbH Electromechanical joining systems 2018 Acquisition: AMS GmbH Software-based data analysis 2018 Acquisition: SMETEC GmbH Optical combustion analysis 2017 Acquisition: IOS GmbH MES expertise employees mchf sales employees employees employees mchf sales 2017 mchf sales 2014 Growth of innovation 1961 Kistler launches the world s first quartz force sensor The first miniature pressure sensor becomes an established feature of dynamic pressure measurement technology. The principle of its construction is still used in diverse applications today Kistler launches the world s first rotating quartz wheel force dynamometer on the market More technologies are developed alongside piezoelectric measurement technology: Kistler launches the first piezoresistive sensor Crystals are at the heart of Kistler s sensors and we grow our own PiezoStar crystals. They are many times more sensitive than conventional quartz, and they can also measure precisely in extreme physical situations Stricter safety precautions for road traffic are gaining importance. Precise measurements of acceleration, torques and forces acting in accidents are essential no problem, thanks to crash load cell walls Kistler expands its range of solutions: electromechanical joining systems are added to the portfolio to ensure highly flexible, energyefficient press-fit and joining processes The acquisition of Dr. Staiger Mohilo & Co. GmbH now adds torque sensors to the existing range Kistler develops and launches KiBox a complete system for combustion analysis, from data acquisition through to evaluation ComoNeo delivers precise monitoring and control for injection molding processes With the maxymos process monitoring system, customers can monitor and evaluate the quality of a product or manufacturing step on the basis of a profile The acquisition of IOS GmbH now gives customers one single source for everything from sensors to the production control system, including hardware, software and related services Kistler sets new standards with the world s first digital charge amplifier: for the first time ever, users can integrate any desired piezoelectric sensors into the control environment To complement its crash test sensors and load cell walls, Kistler develops its own dummy for the first time. THOR is the most advanced anthropomorphic test device and NHTSA-certified dummy on the market Weigh In Motion technology enables measurement of traffic volume, axle loads and overall weight making overloaded vehicles easier to identify. The benefits: healthy road infrastructure and enhanced road safety With Kistler s new KiDAQ data acquisition system, users benefit from one single source for the entire measuring chain as well as globally unique transparency for their measurement data.

8 We guarantee innovation in the changing automotive industry Left: Kistler offers high-precision sensor technol - ogy and cutting-edge integrated data acquisition solutions for all types of dummies Below: Big Test Data comprehensive tests and measurements generate data on an immense scale Right: Alongside its commitment to Formula 1, Kistler has been involved in Formula Student for several years now. In the photo: the student team from UAS Augsburg As a partner of the automotive industry, we are playing our part in an evolutionary process that will accomplish two quantum leaps within one generation: electromobility, and autonomous driving. The Kistler Group supports its customers as they turn these concepts into realities. Source: Quelle: TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Fully autonomous vehicles open up new ways of transporting people for example, passengers can be carried in a lying or standing position, or even while seated transversely to the direction of travel. This poses new challenges for crash tests. Similar trends are emerging in vehicle dynamics and durability: sporty vehicles that focus on the driver experience are giving way to comprehensive networking and enhanced passenger comfort. However, these changes call for more complex analytical processes which, in turn, give rise to huge quantities of data (Big Measurement Data). Efficient, targeted handling of this measurement data is thus emerging as a critical challenge, and suitable data management software is becoming a fixed link in the measuring chain. Boosting performance and enhancing safety As a technology partner of many years standing in this sector, the Kistler Group collaborates with its customers across the globe. Together, we make sure that vehicles are safer, more robust and more efficient. The Kistler Group developed and launched its own THOR dummy (Test Device for Human Occupant Restraint) in THOR can be flexibly instrumented to accommodate the constantly changing requirements for crash tests including sensor technology, data acquisition and evaluation. Kistler s DTI technology for efficient test setups helps vehicle developers to capture a multitude of measurands in vehicle dynamics with outstanding precision and minimum effort. Our new network-compatible DTI loggers now mean that as many as 288 sensors can be included in just one setup. More complex measurement processes generate up to several thousand measurement results. For all these reasons, the im portance of Big Measurement Data is set to grow as time goes on. The future belongs to companies such as Kistler: companies that have reliable algorithms to deliver meaningful results. How Automotive Research & Test (ART) helps our customers: High-performance measurement technology Efficient acquisition of all vehicle data Systems and software for engine development Cutting-edge crash test technologies Investigations of technical feasibility Innovation in response to technological megatrends 12 Combustion engines are still integral components of mobility, as they always have been. Kistler now deploys optical combustion analysis to drive their optimization ahead. Challenging applications in motor sport also attest Kistler s expertise in developing solutions that meet the most demanding requirements for reliability and accuracy. In the autonomous, 100% electrically powered vehicle of the Starkstrom team from Augsburg University of Applied Sciences (UAS), a Kistler Correvit sensor ensures that the position of the driverless car is calculated with absolute precision. The result: a Formula Student speed record for the young engineers! Kistler sets great store by its commitment to this series of races for the next generation of professionals. Our solutions for automotive research and development have made us a dependable technology partner for many years with know-how that ranges from engines to vehicle dynamics and durability, as well as protection for vehicle occupants. Dr. Thomas Wagner Head of Automotive Research & Test Division 13

9 Intelligent industrial production starts with us There s no doubt that digitalization and interconnection are the dominant megatrends for industry in the 21st century. Our sensors lay the foundations for Industry 4.0 by delivering data that makes processes transparent, thus opening the way to opti - mization. High-precision, dependable measurement technologies are an essential requirement for quality and process efficiency in industrial production. Our solutions capture critical production parameters such as force, pressure, torque and acceleration; then they measure the resultant product quality, with optical measurement technology playing a major role. But measurement is only part of what we do: we also evaluate and assess the raw data, converting it into valuable information. Finally, the results are fed back into the process. The benefits: improved plant efficiency, enhanced quality, and economical use of resources. Process monitoring integrated into production makes our customers manufacturing processes more stable, more efficient and, ultimately, more profitable. It helps them to boost their customers satisfaction, meet higher requirements and defend themselves against excessive claims. When you measure, you see more and that often means you have the better arguments. We make our customers better Kistler supplies customized systems for a vast range of sectors including the automotive industry, electronics and semiconductor production, and medical technology. Some highlights from recent years: Modular process monitoring systems for injection molding production can do more than ever before: they provide accurate predictions of part quality, and they offer users various options for assistance and control as appropriate to their know-how so they can achieve optimal, reproducible results. Incidentally, these benefits also apply to lightweight components. How Industrial Process Control (IPC) helps our customers: Enhanced quality Resource-efficient processes Less machine downtime Traceability and documentation Increased customer satisfaction Lower operating costs Will a fastener keep its promise? This is a question of prime importance in the industrial context. Unintentional release of a fastener on a crane or wind turbine can be very costly and lives could even be put at risk. Our leading-edge fastening technology solutions make sure that it doesn t come to that. Left: Robotized process monitoring technology for tomorrow s world Center: Process monitoring for the manufacture of medical products Right: Reliable threaded joints thanks to our fastening technology solutions Patient wellbeing is the overriding objective in medical technology. Countless standards and specifications demand utmost precision and quality and that also applies to disposable products that must all function correctly, despite huge production volumes. Our solutions ensure that scrap is reduced and reliably separated, even when millions of parts are involved. Kistler s automatic testing systems analyze each part with total accuracy. They can see more than the human eye, and the results they deliver are reproducible and dependable. The benefit: complex end products function correctly, even without costly and time-consuming tests. We gear our activities to market needs, and we are continuing to expand our value chain so we can offer extra added value from one single source and now, we ve also added highly integrated production lines to the portfolio. Frank Kirgis Head of Industrial Process Control Division 14 15

10 Taking precision to the utmost limits Kistler wouldn t be Kistler if we were not constantly developing new technologies and applications. Our portfolio of measurement solutions based on piezoelectric (PE) sensors is now vast and diverse ranging from Weigh In Motion and thermoacoustics to biomechanics, and much more besides. Sensors by Kistler often enable researchers and developers to advance to the frontiers of physics. How Sensor Technology (ST) helps our customers: Highly sensitive, temperature-stable measurement solutions High-precision, rugged sensor technology that withstands extreme conditions Innovation in research and development Specialized solutions for niche applications Fast access to thousands of individual products Far left: Measurement technology by Kistler is used to test and operate satellites Our measurement technology supplies data that allows users to decide reliably whether or not something is working which means that our Test & Measurement Business Field covers virtually everything. No matter how harsh the conditions, Kistler solutions deliver dependable results in the aviation industry, on the high seas, or even in space. To achieve their goals, our customers can choose from a wideranging portfolio of PE sensors for dynamic measurements of force, pressure, acceleration and torque. Much can already be accomplished with this technology. And in addition, we offer measurement systems with piezoresistive, capacitive or strain gage sensors, for applications such as long-term static measurements. Top: Salomé Kora, one of the fastest women in Switzerland, hones her sprint start with the KiSprint system Left: High-temperature sensors for continuous operation at 700 Celsius no problem, thanks to Kistler One solution for everything from sensor to cloud Our KiDAQ data acquisition system is the comprehensive solution for networking sensors and technologies. Yet again, Kistler has broken new ground by offering customers the entire measuring chain from one single source: KiDAQ is designed as an open, network- and cloud-enabled ecosystem for measurement technology that can also integrate equipment from third-party providers. Some more selected highlights: Measuring just mm, MicroDyn is the world s smallest dynamometer. It measures forces that act on ultra-small cutting tools, thus helping to optimize tool design and extend tool life. Salomé Kora is one of the fastest women in Switzerland. KiSprint, our instrumented sprint starting block, is helping her to optimize her starting technique: a key factor in her preparations for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Vehicle weight has an enormous impact on road lifetimes. That s why highway operators across the globe opt for Weigh In Motion (WIM) solutions by Kistler. By measuring trucks as they drive, these systems can exclude overloaded vehicles from traffic. Our measurement technology specifically designed for aerospace applications is used to develop satellites, telescopes and rocket engines, to name only three examples. Total precision and maximum reliability, especially under extreme conditions these are Kistler s strengths. High-temperature sensors monitor pressure pulsations and vibrations directly on the combustion chambers of gas turbines at up to 700 Celsius, for periods of many years. These sensors are equipped with ultra-robust PiezoStar crystals that we grow ourselves. Division ST helps customers working in the most diverse fields to improve their existing products and services. Many of the solutions we offer operate at the frontiers of physics. Marc Schaad Head of Sensor Technology Division, Chief Technology Officer 16 17

11 A passion for technology and innovation Inventive spirit and technical advances are the powerful forces that drive our day-to-day work. They are firmly embedded in our DNA, and they are nurtured and put into practice throughout our company. Our commitment to people and the environment Our solutions are made by people, for people. We believe that our solutions should make peoples lives safer and more comfortable, while safeguarding the world s resources. Quality and customer satisfaction All over the world, Kistler is a byword for utmost quality, outstanding products and precise, reliable measurement results. Our employees constantly focus on ensuring satisfaction for our customers. They help customers to achieve their goals by offering real added value, based on the measurement technology expertise we have accumulated over the years. Success through teamwork All of us in the company know that we are members of the global Kistler family. We challenge our employees, we appreciate them and we encourage them to develop so they can deliver top performance and create added value. Join us, grow with us and outgrow your own expectations We are all working together to create an environment where ideas and solutions are born and then honed to perfection through teamwork. Inventive spirit and a sense of responsibility are the hallmarks of our employees. They constantly pursue one objective: to supply our customers with the best possible products and solutions, and to deliver utmost quality and outstanding service. If complex technologies and innovative solutions are your passion, then Kistler is exactly the right place for you. As an employer, the Kistler Group has plenty to offer. Our company is regularly honored with awards for its commitment: as a job creator for the Winterthur region (on many occasions) and also as a top employer in Germany, for example. With very good reason: we attach great value to a corporate culture that is a living reality, fair and flexible working conditions, and opportunities for personal development. When you join us, the focus is on you! Careers that foster personal development At Kistler, you ll encounter a dynamic work environment with tasks that offer excitement and diversity. No matter whether you join our production operations, our management, or our development team: you ll find that measurement technology is our shared passion. Most of our work involves very intricate components or highly sensitive systems, so an eye for detail and absolute attention to the big picture are critical assets. Kistler is constantly growing and you can grow with us: make your career in a company with a truly global presence! Are you interested? If so, join our team of development engineers, measurement specialists, project managers and service technicians. Benefit from flexible structures and individual opportunities to gain qualifications and take advanced training. Join us and go into the lead! To learn more about our offers and your career prospects with Kistler, visit kistler.com/career we re looking forward to receiving your application! We have our dedicated, professional employees to thank for the sustained success of the Kistler Group. Join our global team, and play your part in turning our vision into reality. Martin Meier Chief People Officer 18 19

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